Fire-fighters

Firefighters prevent, fight and extinguish fires and assist in other emergencies, protect life and property and conduct rescue efforts.

Role Responsibilities

• Responding to fire alarms and other calls for assistance, such as automobile and industrial accidents, bomb threats and other emergencies
• Controlling and extinguishing fires using manual and power equipment and firefighting chemicals
• Fighting special types of fires and using special equipment in industrial establishments
• Rescuing people from burning buildings and accident sites and those trapped in dangerous situations
• Preventing or limiting the spread of dangerous substances in case of fires or accidents
• Informing the public about fire prevention