The following outline is provided as an overview of and topical guide to firefighting:

Firefighting – act of extinguishing fires. A firefighter fights these fires to prevent destruction of life, property and the environment. Firefighting is a highly technical skill that requires professionals who have spent years training in both general firefighting techniques and specialized areas of expertise.

Essence of firefighting

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Types of uncontrolled fires

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Firefighting organizations

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Agencies

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Fire departments

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Unions and professional associations

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Museums

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Training establishments

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History of firefighting

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History of fire brigades

General firefighting concepts

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Policy and legislation

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Operational command and procedures

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Firefighting lists

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Glossary of firefighting terms

See also

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