Concerned with providing protection against fire, fighting fires and protecting lives and property including safety awareness, equipment inspection, detecting fire hazards and providing prevention measures.
Tasks
| performed | performed | observed | |
| alone | with help | ||
| 1. Fire Fighting Measures | |||
| -Identify equipment by appropriate name | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Be familiar with fire suppression equipment and operating procedures | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Learn and observe the communications network | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Monitor radio communications during a fire | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Accompany fire prevention officer on inspections | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Writing-up of deficiencies | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Assist with workshops on fire prevention | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Participate in tours of the fire station | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Understand the Ontario Fire Codes | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Observe all operating procedures | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Data entry activities | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Preparing co-ordination with other departments | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Undertake all basic training procedures | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Be familiar with plan of action when answering a call | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Accompany investigator to determine cause of fires | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Understand all rescue, first aid and fire fighting techniques | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Assist in writing and preparing reports | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Be able to respond to first aid calls | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Understand all entry and access procedures | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Perform assigned duties to maintain equipment and quarters | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Learn how to fill and restock all vehicles | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Participate in fire drills and demonstrations | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Protect property from smoke and water | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Administer artificial respiration | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Understand the rescue procedures for people in danger | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Prevent unauthorized people from entering hazardous areas | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| 2. General Fire Station Duties | |||
| -Perform vehicles checks and maintenance | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Assist in fire prevention inspections | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Answer the telephone and be aware of the entire switchboard operation | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -File all reports and keep files updated | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Organize all equipment | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Mop down floors and keep station clean | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| -Wash trucks | _____ | _____ | _____ |
| ADDITIONAL TASKS | |||
| _____ | _____ | _____ | |
| _____ | _____ | _____ | |
| _____ | _____ | _____ | |
| _____ | _____ | _____ |
| Equipment Used | Related Positions |
| Mops _____ | Fire Chief |
| Hoses _____ | Fire Inspector |
| Axe _____ | Fire Captain |
| First Aid Box _____ | Forestry Ranger |
| Telephone Switchboard _____ | Ambulance Attendant |
| Computer _____ | Health and Safety Inspector |
| Typewriter _____ |