ISCO Occupation Group 8332.5 Fire Service Vehicle Operator
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
Fire Service Vehicle Operator: Fire service vehicle operators drive and operate emergency fire service vehicles such as firetrucks. They specialise in emergency driving and assist firefighting operations. They ensure that all material is well stored on the vehicle, transported and ready for usage.
Essential Skills
- Provide First Aid
- Fire Prevention Procedures
- Use Different Types Of Fire Extinguishers
- Manage Emergency Care Situations
- Select Hazard Control
- Extinguish Fires
- Perform Risk Analysis
- Work As A Team In A Hazardous Environment
- Fire-Fighting Systems
- Perform Search And Rescue Missions
- First Aid
- Apply Advanced Driving Techniques
- Fire Safety Regulations
- Ensure Public Safety And Security
- Manage Major Incidents
- Tolerate Stress
- Operate Specialised Equipment In Emergency
- Drive Firetruck Under Emergency Conditions
- Hydraulics
- Drive Vehicles
- Health And Safety Regulations
- React Calmly In Stressful Situations
- Operate Emergency Equipment
Optional Skills
- Relay Messages Through Radio And Telephone Systems
- Educate Public On Fire Safety
- Use Geographic Information Systems
- Evacuate People From Buildings
- Maintain Safety Systems
- Perform Minor Repairs To Equipment
- Use Different Communication Channels
- Contain Fires
Alternative Names
- Fire Engine Operator
- Fire And Rescue Service Vehicle Operator
- Fire Appliance Driver
- Emergency Fire Service Vehicle Operator
- Fire And Rescue Service Truck Operator
- Fire Engine Driver
- Crew Manager
- Fire Appliance Operator
