ISCO Occupation Group 5411.1 Firefighter
From Open Risk Manual
Contents
Definition
Firefighter: Firefighters are responsible for emergency response in case of a fire outbreak or other hazardous situations. They oversee the evacuation of the endangered premises and ensure victims are rescued and taken care of by the appropriate professionals. Once the premises are clear of victims, they ensure the fire is extinguished, compliant with health and safety regulations. They also regulate the clean-up of the scene and assess the damage.
Essential Skills
- Perform Search And Rescue Missions
- Fire-Fighting Systems
- Manage Emergency Care Situations
- Ensure Public Safety And Security
- First Aid
- Health And Safety Regulations
- Provide First Aid
- Manage Major Incidents
- Evacuate People From Buildings
- Fire Prevention Procedures
- Extinguish Fires
- Fire Safety Regulations
- Use Different Types Of Fire Extinguishers
- Select Hazard Control
- Work As A Team In A Hazardous Environment
- Hydraulics
Optional Skills
- Operate Emergency Equipment
- Maintain Safety Systems
- Industrial Tools
- Relay Messages Through Radio And Telephone Systems
- Educate Public On Fire Safety
- Perform Preventive Maintenance On Fire Fighting Vehicles
- Ensure Vessel Security
- Prevent Marine Pollution
- Pyrotechnic Articles Legislation
- Manage Factory Operations
- Assist Community
- Dock Operations
- Mechanics Of Vessels
- Regulations On Substances
- Pollution Legislation
- Investigate Maritime Accidents
- Monitor Chemical Process Condition
- Assess Contamination
- Avoid Contamination
- Assess Risk Factors
- Industrial Engineering
- Monitor Disposal Of Radioactive Substances
- Environmental Policy
- Work Safely With Chemicals
- Perform Risk Analysis
- Types Of Maritime Vessels
- Dispose Of Hazardous Waste
- Assist People In Contaminated Areas
- Navy Operations
- Install Vessel'S Safety Equipment
- Operate Emergency Vehicle
- Perform Minor Repairs To Equipment
- Manage Flammable Substances
- Liaise With Industrial Professionals
- Operate Marine Machinery Systems
- Use Geographic Information Systems
- Use Different Communication Channels
- Vessel Electrical System
- Assess Impact Of Industrial Activities
- Climb Trees
- Contain Fires
- Rescue In Road Accidents
- Operate Marine Communication Systems
- Work With Chemicals
- Evacuate People From Heights
- Inspect Industrial Equipment
- Drive Firetruck Under Emergency Conditions
- Maintain Logbooks
- Manage Personal Professional Development
Alternative Names
- Airfield Firefighter
- Senior Firefighter
- Fireman
- Operational Firefighter
- Fire Brigade Officer
- Firewoman
Specializations
| Specialization | Title |
|---|---|
| C5411.1.3 | ISCO Specialization 5411.1.3 Mine Rescue Officer |
| C5411.1.2 | ISCO Specialization 5411.1.2 Marine Firefighter |
| C5411.1.4 | ISCO Specialization 5411.1.4 Pump Operator |
| C5411.1.1 | ISCO Specialization 5411.1.1 Industrial Firefighter |
