Casualty Care for Fire and Rescue

Casualty Care for Fire and Rescue is a medical textbook written by an experienced team of firefighters and paramedics. The authors design this textbook specifically for professionals working in, or training for, fire and rescue services, focusing on the rapid assessment and initial care of patients across a wide range of emergency situations.

Firefighters play a critical role in casualty care and first aid. They routinely work alongside pre‑hospital medical providers to save lives and the expansion of medical co‑responding schemes has increased this responsibility. In today’s operational environment, firefighters must apply confident, evidence‑based care when responding to often complex medical emergencies, making robust training and clear clinical guidance essential.

Key topics include:

• The role of casualty care and first aid in modern fire and rescue services
• Initial patient assessment and immediate care during medical emergencies
• Casualty care within medical co‑responding frameworks
• Management of trauma, burns, road traffic collisions, and cardiac arrest
• Current policy, research, and best practice in pre‑hospital care
• Legal considerations and clinical governance
• Effective multidisciplinary working with healthcare professionals

For building foundational skills or strengthening operational readiness, Casualty Care for Fire and Rescue ensures the reader can deliver safe, effective care in high‑pressure environments, making it a vital resource for firefighters and trainee firefighters.