Fire Fighters

Fire Fighters respond to fire alarms and emergency calls, control and extinguish fires, and protect life and property.

What the job involves

• Attends the scene of fires and other emergencies

• Rescues and evacuates people stranded or trapped in dangerous situations

• Operates pumps, sprays water, foam and chemicals from hoses, portable extinguishers and other appliances to extinguish fires and to disperse or neutralise dangerous substances

• Cuts openings in buildings and crashed vehicles to free occupants

• Maintains site security systems

• Administers first aid

• Attends and participates in training activities, rescue classes, drills, demonstrations and courses in emergency and fire-fighting techniques

• Trains recruits in emergency procedures and practices

• Visits buildings and potential fire hazards to study access points and locations of hydrants

• Maintains tools and equipment