The 5-Tool Firefighter

by Nicholas Higgins

Overview

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.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940186761631
Publisher:	The Firehouse Tribune
Publication date:	08/02/2022
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	3 MB

About the Author

Nicholas J. Higgins is a firefighter and district training officer for Piscataway Fire District #2 in Piscataway, NJ. 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 Corp. a 501 (c) (3), non-profit organization. Nick is the founder and contributor of The Firehouse Tribune website. Nick has shared his fire service and health and wellness passions across various fire departments throughout the country, FIREHOUSE and other national and state conferences and has been a guest on many fire service podcasts such as “5-Alarm Task Force”, “FIRExTalk”, “The Professional Brotherhood” & “Crew 1st Culture”.
Nick is currently a guest speaker at Hillsborough County Community College where he mentors and speaks to students about life after college and how excel in the professional world. He has been an athlete throughout his life competing in local taekwondo tournaments and a former collegiate athlete in baseball. He holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Accounting from Kean University in Union, NJ, an Associates in Arts – Business from Middlesex County College (now known as Middlesex College) in Edison, NJ and holds certifications as a nutrition coach and battle ropes instructor. He is married to his wife Amanda and together they have 1 son, Ian.