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Firefighters

Control and extinguish fires or respond to emergency situations where life, property, or the environment is at risk. Duties may include fire prevention, emergency medical service, hazardous material response, search and rescue, and disaster assistance.

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30 tasks27 core, 3 not rated
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Protective ServiceOne of its 28 occupations
Code
33-2011.00SOC 2018: 33-2011

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  1. Task 1. Rescue survivors from burning buildings, accident sites, and water hazards.Core taskTask 22961Rated by 190 people who do the job, August 2022
  2. Task 2. Dress with equipment such as fire-resistant clothing and breathing apparatus.Core taskTask 22962Rated by 190 people who do the job, August 2022
  3. Task 3. Assess fires and situations and report conditions to superiors to receive instructions, using two-way radios.Core taskTask 22963Rated by 191 people who do the job, August 2022
  4. Task 4. Move toward the source of a fire, using knowledge of types of fires, construction design, building materials, and physical layout of properties.Core taskTask 22964Rated by 189 people who do the job, August 2022
  5. Task 5. Respond to fire alarms and other calls for assistance, such as automobile and industrial accidents.Core taskTask 22965Rated by 190 people who do the job, August 2022
  6. Task 6. Create openings in buildings for ventilation or entrance, using axes, chisels, crowbars, electric saws, or core cutters.Core taskTask 22966Rated by 189 people who do the job, August 2022
  7. Task 7. Drive and operate fire fighting vehicles and equipment.Core taskTask 22967Rated by 190 people who do the job, August 2022
  8. Task 8. Inspect fire sites after flames have been extinguished to ensure that there is no further danger.Core taskTask 22968Rated by 189 people who do the job, August 2022
  9. Task 9. Position and climb ladders to gain access to upper levels of buildings, or to rescue individuals from burning structures.Core taskTask 22969Rated by 189 people who do the job, August 2022
  10. Task 10. Select and attach hose nozzles, depending on fire type, and direct streams of water or chemicals onto fires.Core taskTask 22970Rated by 189 people who do the job, August 2022
  11. Task 11. Operate pumps connected to high-pressure hoses.Core taskTask 22988Rated by 238 people who do the job, August 2022
  12. Task 12. Maintain contact with fire dispatchers at all times to notify them of the need for additional firefighters and supplies, or to detail any difficulties encountered.Core taskTask 22971Rated by 50 people who do the job, August 2022
  13. Task 13. Collaborate with other firefighters as a member of a firefighting crew.Core taskTask 22972Rated by 50 people who do the job, August 2022
  14. Task 14. Patrol burned areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that may restart fires.Core taskTask 22973Rated by 50 people who do the job, August 2022
  15. Task 15. Collaborate with police to respond to accidents, disasters, and arson investigation calls.Core taskTask 22974Rated by 191 people who do the job, August 2022
  16. Task 16. Participate in fire drills and demonstrations of fire fighting techniques.Core taskTask 22975Rated by 191 people who do the job, August 2022
  17. Task 17. Prepare written reports that detail specifics of fire incidents.Core taskTask 22977Rated by 189 people who do the job, August 2022
  18. Task 18. Maintain knowledge of current firefighting practices by participating in drills and by attending seminars, conventions, and conferences.Core taskTask 22976Rated by 50 people who do the job, August 2022
  19. Task 19. Participate in physical training activities to maintain a high level of physical fitness.Core taskTask 22978Rated by 190 people who do the job, August 2022
  20. Task 20. Protect property from water and smoke, using waterproof salvage covers, smoke ejectors, and deodorants.Core taskTask 22979Rated by 190 people who do the job, August 2022
  21. Task 21. Inform and educate the public on fire prevention.Core taskTask 22980Rated by 190 people who do the job, August 2022
  22. Task 22. Salvage property by removing broken glass, pumping out water, and ventilating buildings to remove smoke.Core taskTask 22981Rated by 189 people who do the job, August 2022
  23. Task 23. Orient self in relation to fire, using compass and map, and collect supplies and equipment dropped by parachute.Core taskTask 22982Rated by 50 people who do the job, August 2022
  24. Task 24. Clean and maintain fire stations and fire fighting equipment and apparatus.Core taskTask 22983Rated by 190 people who do the job, August 2022
  25. Task 25. Inspect buildings for fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances, testing and checking smoke alarms and fire suppression equipment as necessary.Core taskTask 22984Rated by 187 people who do the job, August 2022
  26. Task 26. Take action to contain any hazardous chemicals that could catch fire, leak, or spill.Core taskTask 22985Rated by 50 people who do the job, August 2022
  27. Task 27. Extinguish flames and embers to suppress fires, using shovels or engine- or hand-driven water or chemical pumps.Core taskTask 22986Rated by 50 people who do the job, August 2022
  28. Task 28. Administer first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation to injured persons or provide emergency medical care such as basic or advanced life support.Not ratedTask 22987Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  29. Task 29. Search to locate fire survivors.Not ratedTask 22989Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  30. Task 30. Train new employees to control and suppress fires.Not ratedTask 22990Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020

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