Halting Global Warming / Successes & Failures
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A 3 page overview of the phenomena of global warming and efforts to stop it. Discusses the importance of consistent international policies in terms of engine efficiency and the utilization of alternative fuel sources.
Filename: Haltglob.wps

Humidity: Definitions and Explanations
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An 8 page review of humidity. Defines several terms used to describe humidity and its effects on man. Describes the increasing trend in stratospheric moisture levels and the relationship of this increase to global warming. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPhumidi.wps

Mount Pinatubo: Environmental Impacts of the 1991 Volcanic Eruption
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A 5 page outline of the many short-term and long-term environmental impacts which can be attributed to the Mount Pinatubo. Describes the eruption and the ash and sludge which has resulted in the complete destruction of hundreds of square miles of land, flooding, and the long term phenomena of global warming. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPvolPin.wps

Nuclear Energy / The Answer for the Future?
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A 9 page overview of the status of nuclear energy. Outlines the environmental benefits of nuclear energy as opposed to fossil fuels. Details the differences in contribution of the two power sources to global warming. Outlines the possibilities for safe disposal of nuclear waste. Bibliography lists nine sources.
Filename: Nenergy.wps

The Science of Oceanography & The Job of Oceanographers
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A complete 12 page research paper defining oceanography and explaining its various forms and sub-headings. Each type of oceanography is discussed and a look at some of the problems faced by oceanographers is presented. Of particular importance to the discussion is the fact that funding from the National Science Foundation has remained relatively 'flat' for many years. **Case studies regarding ocean drilling, global warming, and various environmental issues are presented to illustrate the importance of increasing funding for oceanographers. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Oceanog1.wps

Volcanoes and Global Warming
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A 5 page outline of the effects of volcanoes on the earth’s climate. Emphasizes that while these effects are natural, their contributions along with the manmade changes to the atmosphere can result in global warming which has the potential to severely affect mankind and the environment alike. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PPglbVol

Volcanoes and Global Warming
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A 5 page outline of the effects of volcanoes on the earth’s climate. Emphasizes that while these effects are natural, their contributions along with the manmade changes to the atmosphere can result in global warming which has the potential to severely affect mankind and the environment alike. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PPglbVol.wps

An Evaluation of the City of Cape Coral Fire Department
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This 25 page paper provides an overview of an assessment of the City of Cape Coral, Florida, Fire Department. This paper provides a distinct and well-designed look at the successes of the fire department in recent years, including the implementation and application of their Advanced Life Support (ALS) Care systems (including education, protocols for response and their use with the citizenry) and both ALS Transport and ALS Non-Transport services (services that are used when patients will not be transported). This paper considers the variety of successes and benefits that have been gained by the introduction of these systems and how this has influenced the role of the fire department in their capacity to meet the needs of the citizenry. This paper also takes into consideration the cost-containment efforts and the overall view of the department as a whole. Bibliography lists 16 sources.
Filename: MHfire.wps

Controlled Burns / Implications Of Fire As A Management Tool To Aspen (Populus Tremuloides) & Associated Rangelands
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A 12 page exploration of the role of fire in ecological management. Particular emphasis is placed on the effects of fire on Aspen trees and their associated rangeland. Bibliography lists twelve sources.
Filename: Fireecol.wps

Fire and the Evolution of Plants
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A 10 page overview of the effects of fire on the evolutionary paths of plants. Gives specific adaptations to morphology and reproductive strategies with a specific emphasis on aspen, Populus tremuloides. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: PPplntEv.wps

Fire Ants -- Environmental / Agricultural Destruction In The U.S.
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An 11 page paper discussing fire ants. The writer explains what is being done to combat the dangerous and destructive insects. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: Fireants.wps

Fire Fighters of the Future
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This 8 page paper provides an analysis of an article concerning the future of fire fighting and the future in general. Arguments are made concerning the way things are headed as the world enters a new century. Of major interest is the division between those who believe volunteerism coupled with community life is more advantageous than technological growth. An annotated bibliography is included as a part of the paper. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: SA34Fire.wps

Fire Industry Management
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A 5 page paper which discusses some of the management issues concerning the fire industry. One of the examples provided illustrates how the management techniques used by the fire industry are used by the private business sector, clearly indicating that management in the fire industry is a very serious and thoroughly examined reality. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
Filename: RAfiremng.wps

Firefighter Safety: Hazardous Materials
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5 pages in length. There are a number of on-the-job hazards for firefighters, not the least of which includes the possibility of contamination from hazardous materials. In order to offset the chance, protective uniforms and equipment are employed to effectively shield the firefighter from any toxic fumes. The first priority when encountering any field emergency is to assess the safety of the fire scene and whether or not the source of the fire is from any sort of hazardous materials. The writer discusses how this makes a special set of assessment skills and protocols a requirement for as a means by which to determine firefighter safety. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TLCfiref.wps

Firefighters And Minorities
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A 7 page research paper that examines the position held by African-Americans in the nation's fire departments. The writer argues that how a minority experiences employment as a firefighter is largely based on their gender, not their race. Research indicates that while male African-Americans may still have to fight for advancement within fire departments, their right to be there is no longer an issue, while the presence of women, black or white, is still very much resented. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Firemino.wps

Firefighting Legalities
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A 5 page paper which discusses some of the legal aspects of the fire industry. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
Filename: RAfireleg.wps

Hazardous Materials: Bioterrorism
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5 pages in length. There are a number of on-the-job hazards for firefighters, not the least of which includes the possibility of contamination from hazardous materials; this inherent danger has steadily increased with the growing incidence of bioterrorism. What once was comprised of oil tanker spills and other relatively simple operations has been overshadowed by a more devious and extremely fatal situation of bioterrorist activity. In order to offset the chance of contamination – whether that might originate from something as seemingly burning plastic or the life-and-death threat of anthrax, chemical warfare’s most potent weapon -- protective uniforms and equipment are employed to effectively shield the firefighter. The first priority when encountering any field emergency is to assess the safety of the fire scene as well as the chemical source. The writer discusses how this makes a special set of assessment skills and protocol a requirement as a means by which to determine firefighter safety. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TLChazmt.wps

Helicopters and Firefighting
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A 10 page paper that discusses the use of helicopters in fire fighting efforts, both in urban settings and in wildland areas. The regular use of helicopters has increased the need for new technologies and increased training to meet the requirements of this challenging transition. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Helifire.wps

How Computers Assist Fire Fighting
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An 8 page paper which examines how computers can assist fire departments in terms of expediency in tracking fires, responding to calls, fire prevention, fire simulations and providing public education on fire-fighting. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: TGcomfir.rtf

Labor Relations in the Fire Service Industry
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This 5 page paperconsiders the nature of labor relations in the fire service industry. This paper defines some of the industry issues, including the use of volunteers, maintaining safety protocols and the unionization of the industry. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
Filename: MHfirein.wps

Master Planning: The Role It Plays In Community Fire Prevention
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6 pages in length. There was a time when small rural communities dominated the landscape, with individual houses dotted all throughout the inside and outskirts of town. Because each dwelling was significantly distanced from all others, it was a somewhat difficult chore to attend to issues of fire, particularly in relation to water supply, water pressure, fire hydrants and emergency equipment accessibility. As master planned communities came into existence, the notion of fire prevention quickly took a turn for the better, inasmuch as these housing developments provided a means by which such issues could be adequately addressed. The writer discusses how master planned communities help in fire prevention. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TLCmastr.wps

OSHA, Fire Safety and the Two-In/Two-Out Rule
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This 3 page paper considers the issue of OSHA’s Two-In/Two-Out and the implications for the fire services industry. Specifically, this paper assesses the impact of the rule that two fire fighters must be present outside a building and two inside a building, creating what OSHA has deemed a safe approach to managing workplace safety in the fire industry. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: MHfire1.wps

Pre-Fire Planning
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5 pages in length. Inasmuch as fires occur when people are least prepared, there are a number of precautions to take as a means by which to avert such a tragedy from happening. Each town's local fire department works hard to educated the community as to the necessary carefulness to help prevent -- as well as deal -- with fires. Whether the issue revolves around community structure, escape routes, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors or planning and executing routine family fire drills, firefighters are constantly instructing the public on how to prevent fires. The writer discusses various prevention-related issues in relation to fire. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TLCfire.wps

Pros and Cons of Contracting Police and Fire Services
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In 5 pages, the author discusses the pros and cons of contracting police and fire services. Many police and fire departments are using contractual personnel. The reason for this varies from area to area. This also depends on the economy of the area. Contractual police and fire departments are not perfect situations for every community, and there are pros and cons involved. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PCpccpf.doc

The Fire Industry
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A 6 page paper which discusses 15 separate articles that address various issues concerning the fire industry. Each article is discussed individually and the paper is divided up into three sections, with each section concerning a different aspect of the fire industry. The three sections are Fire Safety, Employment Issues, and Deaths.
Filename: RAfiresaf.wps

The Fire Services Industry: OSHA Safety Protocols and the Economics of Changing Services
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This 15 page paper considers the issue of OSHA’s role in determining protocols for safety, with a concentration on OSHA’s two-in/two-out rule, and then also considers the implications of increasing technology, increasing services and increasing equipment costs on the ability to maintain an economically viable department within the fire services industry. This study will also consider the impact of liability issues in both areas and consider how this influences economic assessments and the long-term viability of fire service departments. Bibliography lists 25 sources.
Filename: MHfire3.wps

The Everglades
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A 6 page paper looking at the controversy over sugar farming in the Everglades and analyzes why it is important to us to preserve our environment and fragile ecosystems. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Evergal.wps

The Long, Slow Death of Florida's Everglades
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A 5 page paper that argues the point that industry and an expanding population have done considerable damage to Florida's Everglades and the ecosystem that it supports. Emphasis is placed on the fact that the Everglades are being crowded by agricultural interests to the north and urban interests to the east, and the diversion of water from the rain forest to support these two interests is disrupting its natural cycle and leaving it short of needed water supplies. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: LCEglade.doc

Water In The Everglades
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A 5 page paper on the economic and environmental issues in Florida as they pertain to the Everglades National Park The paper talks about the problems and discusses what's currently being done about it. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Everglade.doc

Environmental Impact of Surface Sewage Runoff (Includes Information on Tennessee Law Relating to Issue)
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This 7 page report discusses the environmental impact of sewage runoff in a variety of landscapes. Over 5.3 million metric tons of sewage sludge are produced in the United States every year. The sewage treatment industry, like others in the waste business, has discovered, not surprisingly, that the cheapest means of disposing of this yearly mountain is to spread it over nearby fields. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: BWrunoff.rtf

Environmental Regulation Of Pesticides / Two Different Perspectives
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A 10 page overview of the effects of examples of environmental regulations which pertain to businesses, particularly of pesticide regulations. Emphasizes that regulations are implemented to protect not only the environment but also human health and welfare. Emphasizes the role businesses have in the formation and change of environmental regulations. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Envreg.wps

Exxon Valdez Oil Spill / Environmental Consciousness
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An 8 page research paper that explores Exxon's responsibility, both legal and moral, for the oil spill that occurred in 1989. Discussion includes a brief recount of the incident, legal and ethical issues, and concludes by suggesting that Kant was right -- laws must be made to assure businesses conduct themselves in ethical ways, thus laws to protect the environment must be stricter. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Exvaldez.wps

Environmental Law And Theories Of State
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6 pages in length. Environmentalists believe that while federal environmental laws are essential, there are still other ways to accomplish the many goals that still have to be attained by means of state and local laws. It is true that there has been a great amount achieved in the nearly thirty years since the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) was implemented; indeed, most environmental rules have proven themselves to be cost-effective and good for the economy. But some critics contend that not enough local attention has been given as a means by which to offset the complacency that exists today. They claim there has to be more involvement from all people, not just those in federal governmental programs or involved with large corporations. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TLCenvst.wps

Environmental Law & Society
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This 7 page paper addresses the issues surrounding environmental law, particularly in relationship to the business community. The problems created by landfills and incenerators are noted as well as the difficulty in reaching environmentally friendly solutions. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Envlaw.wps

Britain’s International Trade Environment
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A 10 page overview of Britain’s International Trade Environment and some of the laws and constraints relating to it. Discusses finance of international trade, the European Union, environmental regulation, Competition Law and Copyright among other concepts important to the international trade environment. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PPBritBs.wps

Coal Mining Destruction
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A 7 page paper discussing surface mining. Surface mining used to be more commonly known as strip mining, and the first law requiring environmental restoration of the land after the completion of a strip mining operation was passed 20 years ago. Though the law was amended in 1997 to be far more stringent in its environmental requirements, it is far too easy to be granted variance on the environmental standards. Drastic surface mining has become commonplace in south central West Virginia, where the surface frequently is the current level of mountain exposed through mountaintop removal. The method is just what its name implies—coal that used to be mined underground is now simply collected from the surface, but only after much of the mountain has been removed and dumped into a valley below the mine. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Coal.doc

Environmental Law
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8 pages in length. The environment has been in trouble for a long time. Decades and decades of misuse, exploitation and degradation have placed a tremendous burden upon the land to the point where humanity is having to scramble to preserve what is left. Re-establishing what has already been destroyed, as well as protecting what still exists, is what environmentalist and government agencies are working feverishly to achieve. With the support of environmental law, significant trends have been established to rectify damage already done and prevent any further from occurring. The writer discusses environmental law as it relates to the Clean Air Act of 1963 and the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: EnvLaw2.wps

Environmental and Industrial Conflicts Over the Long Island Pine Barrens / One Example of Environment & the Law
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This 20 page paper reflects upon the legal issues and political, social and economic determinants that impact social change as they relate to the issue of development in the Long Island Pine Barrens. This paper considers the conflicts between environmentalists and developers, including Richard Amper and Wilbur Breslin, and then reflects upon the legal actions taken, the course of legal determinants and the successes of the Pine Barrens Society under the leadership of Amper in protecting some of the central Pine Barrens wilderness in Long Island. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Pinebar.wps

Environmental Laws: Local And State Control Is Better Than Federal
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5 pages in length. The writer discusses the benefits of granting local and state governments more authority over federal environmental laws. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TLCenvlw.wps

Government, Laws of Nature, and the Evolution of Environmental Attitudes
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A 3 page paper which discusses the evolution of environmental attitudes have been effected by government (the law of man) and the laws of nature. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: RAlawnatr.wps

International Environmental Law
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This 6 page paper addresses the problems businesses face as environmental laws are implemented. The paper focuses on new European laws which might have an impact on U.S.-European trade. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: SA12Env.wps

Issues Concerning Fisheries
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4 page discussion of fisheries- environmental issues, law & politics, and regulation relevant to salvaging dying breeds such as salmon. Paper includes thorough statistical data and factual information (as of early 1995). Bibliography lists 4+ sources.
Filename: Fisheris.wps

South Carolina Tort Law Pertaining to the Environment
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In 10 pages, the author discusses South Carolina tort law related to the environment. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PCtrtlw.doc

STATE AND FEDERAL APPROACHES TO ENVIRONMENTAL POLICIES
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This 5-page paper discusses several issues pertaining to the environment, including federal and state government approaches toward environmental policy, and use of cost-benefit analysis and cost-effectiveness tools toward controlling emissions. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: MTstfeen.rtf

Diesel Fuel and the Environment
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This 6 page report discusses diesel fuel and its impact on the environment. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: BWdieenv.rtf