The 5-Tool Firefighter
Five Key Tools for a Well-Rounded Career and Life.
Nick Higgins - Firefighter & Author
About the Book
It has long been said that firefighters are truly a special breed of athletes. In fact, firefighting and sports go hand in hand. Instead of training for world championships or gold medals, firefighters are training each and every day to protect life and property all around the world. So, what separates good firefighters from exceptional well-rounded firefighters? Simply five key attributes obtained and implemented through Nick's time in the fire service and as an athlete.
These five key attributes are a MUST for all firefighters to add to their arsenal of weapons, along with takeaways to implement them into their development ranging from the probationary firefighter all the way up to the seasoned veteran. Armed with research, personal stories and data driven facts, this book will address the aspects of what is considered a well-rounded, 5-Tool Firefighter. This is a must-read for anyone who wants to be the best version of themselves as they can be.
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Become Your Own 5-Tool Firefighter
This book is designed for YOU to map your own mission and develop your skills to becoming a well-rounded 5-tool firefighter.
About the Author
Nicholas J. Higgins is a firefighter and district training officer for Piscataway Fire District #2 in Piscataway, New Jersey. He is a New Jersey State Level 2 Fire Instructor, a National Fallen Firefighters Foundation state advocate, and a member of the Board of Directors for the 5-Alarm Task Force—a 501 (c) (3), non-profit organization.
Nick is also the founder and a contributor of The Firehouse Tribune website. He has taught “Critical Thinking and Fireground Decision Making” and “Critical Thinking and The Fireground Officer” at various fire departments throughout the country, at Firehouse Expo, and other fire conferences nationwide. He is the host of “The 5-Tool Firefighter Podcast”, a podcast designed to help build firefighters to their highest potential on and off the fire ground and the co-host of “Station Talk” with Chief Tom Marchiano where they discuss topics that affect the fire service.
He is the author of “The 5-Tool Firefighter,” a book that helps firefighters perform at their highest level and its companion book, “The 5-Tool Firefighter Tactical Workbook”.