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Fire Inspectors and Investigators

Inspect buildings to detect fire hazards and enforce local ordinances and state laws, or investigate and gather facts to determine cause of fires and explosions.

Tasks
30 tasks22 core, 8 supplemental
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Protective ServiceOne of its 28 occupations
Code
33-2021.00SOC 2018: 33-2021

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22 core tasks and 8 supplemental, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.

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  1. Task 1. Prepare and maintain reports of investigation results, and records of convicted arsonists and arson suspects.Core taskTask 22991Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2022
  2. Task 2. Testify in court cases involving fires, suspected arson, and false alarms.Core taskTask 22992Rated by 53 people who do the job, August 2022
  3. Task 3. Package collected pieces of evidence in securely closed containers, such as bags, crates, or boxes, to protect them.Core taskTask 22993Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2022
  4. Task 4. Conduct inspections and acceptance testing of newly installed fire protection systems.Core taskTask 22994Rated by 82 people who do the job, August 2022
  5. Task 5. Analyze evidence and other information to determine probable cause of fire or explosion.Core taskTask 22995Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2022
  6. Task 6. Photograph damage and evidence related to causes of fires or explosions to document investigation findings.Core taskTask 22996Rated by 53 people who do the job, August 2022
  7. Task 7. Inspect buildings to locate hazardous conditions and fire code violations, such as accumulations of combustible material, electrical wiring problems, and inadequate or non-functional fire exits.Core taskTask 22998Rated by 82 people who do the job, August 2022
  8. Task 8. Examine fire sites and collect evidence such as glass, metal fragments, charred wood, and accelerant residue for use in determining the cause of a fire.Core taskTask 22997Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2022
  9. Task 9. Instruct children about the dangers of fire.Core taskTask 22999Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2022
  10. Task 10. Conduct fire code compliance follow-ups to ensure that corrective actions have been taken in cases where violations were found.Core taskTask 23000Rated by 82 people who do the job, August 2022
  11. Task 11. Inspect properties that store, handle, and use hazardous materials to ensure compliance with laws, codes, and regulations, and issue hazardous materials permits to facilities found in compliance.Core taskTask 23001Rated by 81 people who do the job, August 2022
  12. Task 12. Write detailed reports of fire inspections performed, fire code violations observed, and corrective recommendations offered.Core taskTask 23002Rated by 82 people who do the job, August 2022
  13. Task 13. Identify corrective actions necessary to bring properties into compliance with applicable fire codes, laws, regulations, and standards, and explain these measures to property owners or their representatives.Core taskTask 23003Rated by 82 people who do the job, August 2022
  14. Task 14. Develop or review fire exit plans.Core taskTask 23004Rated by 82 people who do the job, August 2022
  15. Task 15. Inspect and test fire protection or fire detection systems to verify that such systems are installed in accordance with appropriate laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, and standards.Core taskTask 23005Rated by 81 people who do the job, August 2022
  16. Task 16. Coordinate efforts with other organizations, such as law enforcement agencies.Core taskTask 23006Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2022
  17. Task 17. Attend training classes to maintain current knowledge of fire prevention, safety, and firefighting procedures.Core taskTask 23007Rated by 82 people who do the job, August 2022
  18. Task 18. Review blueprints and plans for new or remodeled buildings to ensure the structures meet fire safety codes.Core taskTask 23008Rated by 82 people who do the job, August 2022
  19. Task 19. Teach fire investigation techniques to other firefighter personnel.Core taskTask 23009Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2022
  20. Task 20. Conduct fire exit drills to monitor and evaluate evacuation procedures.Core taskTask 23010Rated by 81 people who do the job, August 2022
  21. Task 21. Teach public education programs on fire safety and prevention.Core taskTask 23011Rated by 82 people who do the job, August 2022
  22. Task 22. Recommend changes to fire prevention, inspection, and fire code endorsement procedures.Core taskTask 23012Rated by 80 people who do the job, August 2022
  23. Task 23. Subpoena and interview witnesses, property owners, and building occupants to obtain information and sworn testimony.Supplemental taskTask 23013Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2022
  24. Task 24. Conduct internal investigation to determine negligence and violation of laws and regulations by fire department employees.Supplemental taskTask 23014Rated by 53 people who do the job, August 2022
  25. Task 25. Test sites and materials to establish facts, such as burn patterns and flash points of materials, using test equipment.Supplemental taskTask 23015Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2022
  26. Task 26. Dust evidence or portions of fire scenes for latent fingerprints.Supplemental taskTask 23016Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2022
  27. Task 27. Arrange for the replacement of defective fire fighting equipment and for repair of fire alarm and sprinkler systems, making minor repairs such as servicing fire extinguishers when feasible.Supplemental taskTask 23017Rated by 80 people who do the job, August 2022
  28. Task 28. Issue permits for public assemblies.Supplemental taskTask 23018Rated by 82 people who do the job, August 2022
  29. Task 29. Supervise staff, training them, planning their work, and evaluating their performance.Supplemental taskTask 23019Rated by 82 people who do the job, August 2022
  30. Task 30. Develop and coordinate fire prevention programs, such as false alarm billing, fire inspection reporting, and hazardous materials management.Supplemental taskTask 23020Rated by 82 people who do the job, August 2022

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  2. Classification
    Standard Occupational Classification 2018, 33-2021
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