FIREFIGHTER

Summary

Firefighting Duties

You will position firefighting vehicles in consideration of external factors (e.g., wind direction, sources of water, hazards from falling structures, location of armament on aircraft).

You will inspect hazardous material equipment and supplies for operational readiness.

You will perform structural firefighting and rescue duties in buildings, housing units, or confined spaces to eliminate and control fires.

You will survey an incident from a safe location to identify whether hazardous materials have been released.

You will establish communication with an ambulance or hospital to relay patient information.

Job Description

Firefighting Duties

You will position firefighting vehicles in consideration of external factors (e.g., wind direction, sources of water, hazards from falling structures, location of armament on aircraft).

You will inspect hazardous material equipment and supplies for operational readiness.

You will perform structural firefighting and rescue duties in buildings, housing units, or confined spaces to eliminate and control fires.

You will survey an incident from a safe location to identify whether hazardous materials have been released.

You will establish communication with an ambulance or hospital to relay patient information.