401 Things Veteran Firefighters Can Teach You

Firefighter Tips and Tricks of the Trade

By: Gary Ludwig

Narrated by: Larry Peterson

Written by 42-plus-year veteran Fire Chief Gary Ludwig and the foreword by Deputy Chief Billy Goldfeder, this book provides 401 ways to help you become a better firefighter. It is loaded with 401 tips, ideas, and tricks of the trade that veteran and experienced firefighters can teach you on how to become better, safer, and a cut above other firefighters.

Topics include those for rookies, building construction, engine and ladder operations, incident command, safety and survival, training, tools, understanding smoke conditions, plus a lot more. Here is an opportunity to gain 30 years or more of experience in one book to help you become a better firefighter.

©2020 Gary Ludwig (P)2020 Gary Ludwig

Written in the way I learn

I’m an aspiring firefighter hoping to enter academy spring 2026. This book has many many nuggets of wisdom and they are told in a way that I retain info best, lil sayings. For instance “small to big = back to the rig” in reference to how to follow a hose line to get back to safety in a fire with low visibility. Lots and lots and lots of golden advice for both older and younger individuals hoping to become a firefighter. Thank you to the author for sharing his knowledge.

very informative

I honestly wasn't sure about purchasing this audiobook. everyone has their opinion on how to do something better. I listened to the sample and realized that it had some good information just in that 5 minute. this is an awesome audiobook to listen to. it is packed full of helpful information and tips and tricks that never would have crossed my mind.

Great information in a usable form

This is a useful tool for any firefighter from rookie to 30 plus year veteran.

Every Firefighter Can Learn Something From This Book

Being a Fire Chief with almost 25 years in the fire service, I found this book to be not only a great refresher, but also a source of some new information. The author organized this book well from start to finish. I have since purchased copies of this book for my new firefighters as required material during their first year. I am sure they will find it as useful as I did!

Very informative

Very informative for someone looking to get into the fire service. Great information from academy to the fire ground.