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Books
The Aspiring Firefighter’s 2 Year Plan – Paul Lepore
Smoke Your Firefighter Written Exam – Paul Lepore
Smoke Your Firefighter Interview – Paul Lepore
Becoming a Firefighter: The Complete Guide to Your Badge! – Captain Bob
Becoming a Firefighter (Gold Package) – Captain Bob
Barron’s Firefighter Exams – James J. Murtagh
Training
Survival Technologies and Training (STAT)
Heartland Training Facility
North Net Training (Orange County)
DVD
Conventional Forcible Entry: Striking and Prying – Fire Engineering
Through The Lock: Cylinders and Key Tools – Fire Engineering
Padlocks: Standard and Heavy Security – Fire Engineering
High Security Devices: Roll-Down Metal Doors and Scissor Gates – Fire Engineering
Special Locking Devices: Guard Plates, Locks, Bolts, and Bars – Fire Engineering
Links
San Diego Live Scan Locations
San Diego County EMS Office
California State Fire Marshal
EMS News: emsresponder.com
Fire Department Tracking Software: FireAdmin.com
Job links
Federal Government Firefighter Opportunities
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer San Diego
Surfrider Foundation
San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy
The Terry Farrell Firefighters Fund
Local Business to Serve Your Needs
Uniform/Gear
Uniforms Plus
ACE Uniform
Fire Etc
Strength/Conditioning
Jump Elite Performance Lab
Velocity Sports Performance – Carlsbad
Crossfit – Encinitas
Crossfit – East Village (Downtown San Diego)
Yoga
Acupuncture/Massage
Physical Therapy/Sports Medicine
ProActive Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine – Carlsbad
Nutrition
The Whole Journey – Encinitas
Jump Elite Nutrition
Finance
Summit Financial
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Suze Orman Credit Kit
Free Credit Report
Annual Credit Report