Fire-fighters

Firefighters prevent, fight and extinguish fires and assist in other emergencies, protect life and property and conduct rescue efforts.

Skill level: Semi-skilled

Duties and tasks

  • Responding to fire alarms and other calls for assistance, such as automobile and industrial accidents, bomb threats and other emergencies
  • Controlling and extinguishing fires using manual and power equipment and firefighting chemicals
  • Fighting special types of fires and using special equipment in industrial establishments
  • Rescuing people from burning buildings and accident sites and those trapped in dangerous situations
  • Preventing or limiting the spread of dangerous substances in case of fires or accidents
  • Informing the public about fire prevention

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