fire service vehicle operator

Description

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.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

health and safety regulations fire safety regulations fire prevention procedures fire-fighting systems hydraulics first aid

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

operate specialised equipment in emergency perform risk analysis drive vehicles tolerate stress use different types of fire extinguishers extinguish fires work as a team in a hazardous environment provide first aid drive firetruck under emergency conditions operate emergency equipment ensure public safety and security select hazard control manage major incidents apply advanced driving techniques manage emergency care situations react calmly in stressful situations perform search and rescue missions

OPTIONALOptional competences

evacuate people from buildings relay messages through radio and telephone systems use different communication channels contain fires organise fire drills use geographic information systems maintain safety systems educate public on fire safety perform minor repairs to equipment