fire prevention procedures
The regulations concerning fire and explosion prevention, and the equipment, systems and methods used in it.
Firefighters are responsible for emergency response in case of a fire outbreak or other hazardous situations. They oversee the evacuation of the endangered premises and ensure victims are rescued and taken care of by the appropriate professionals. Once the premises are clear of victims, they ensure the fire is extinguished, compliant with health and safety regulations. They also regulate the clean-up of the scene and assess the damage.
Competences and skills
68 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 6 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
6 competencesfire safety regulations
The legal rules to be applied for fire safety and fire prevention in a facility.
fire-fighting systems
The devices and systems used to extinguish fires; the classes and chemistry of fire.
first aid
The emergency treatment given to a sick or injured person in the case of circulatory and/or respiratory failure, unconsciousness, wounds, bleeding, shock or poisoning.
health and safety regulations
Necessary health, safety, hygiene and environmental standards and legislation rules in the sector of particular activity.
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hydraulics
The power transmission systems that use the force of flowing liquids to transmit power.
Essential skills and competences 12 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
3 competencesensure public safety and security
Implement the relevant procedures, strategies and use the proper equipment to promote local or national security activities for the protection of data, people, institutions, and property.
implement fire safety management plans
Implement the arrangements included in detailed fire safety management plans where the process of monitoring fire safety, preventing fire occurring and fire safety standards are described, in order to protect people and properties.
perform search and rescue missions
Assist in fighting natural and civic disasters, such as forest fires, floods and road accidents. Conduct search-and-rescue missions.
Cross-sector
9 competencesapply first response
Respond to medical or trauma emergencies and care for the patient in a manner compliant with health and safety regulations, assessing the legal and ethical issues of the situation, and provide proper pre-hospital care.
evacuate people from buildings
Evacuate a person from a dangerous building or situation for protection purposes, ensuring the victim reaches safety and is able to receive medical care if necessary.
extinguish fires
Choose the adequate substances and methods to extinguish fires depending on their size, such as water and various chemical agents. Use a breathing apparatus.
manage emergency care situations
Manage situations in which decision making under time pressure is essential to save lives.
manage major incidents
Take immediate action to respond to major incidents that affect the safety and security of individuals in private or public places such as road accidents.
provide first aid
Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation or first aid in order to provide help to a sick or injured person until they receive more complete medical treatment.
select hazard control
Perform appropriate selection of hazard control measures and risk management
use different types of fire extinguishers
Understand and apply various methods of firefighting and various types and classes of fire extinguishing equipment.
work as a team in a hazardous environment
Work together with others in a dangerous, sometimes noisy, environment, such as a building on fire or metal forging facilities, in order to achieve a higher degree of efficiency while heeding the co-workers' safety.
Optional knowledge 11 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
8 competencesdock operations
The different operations that take place in docks, primarily those concerned with the incoming and outgoing of cargo shipments, and the logistics activities relating to cranes, containers, and shipments.
industrial tools
The tools and equipment used for industrial purposes, both power and hand tools, and their various uses.
mechanics of vessels
The mechanical aspects and principles of vessels operations, and the technicalities and mechanical composition of boats and ships.
navy operations
The operational procedures and regulations of military naval organisations, on base and on ships during missions.
pollution legislation
Be familiar with European and National legislation regarding the risk of pollution.
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regulations on substances
The national and international regulations on the classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures, e.g. regulation (EC) No 1272/2008.
types of maritime vessels
Various types of maritime vessels such as container ships, passenger ships and fishing vessels, and their characteristics and specifications, security, technical, and maintenance requirements.
vessel electrical system
The various components making up a vessel electrical system and the interplay between these components.
Cross-sector
3 competencesenvironmental policy
Local, national and international policies dealing with the promotion of environmental sustainability and the development of projects which reduce negative environmental impact and improve the state of the environment.
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industrial engineering
The field of engineering concerned with the development, improvement, and implementation of complex processes and systems of knowledge, people, equipment, etc.
pyrotechnic articles legislation
The legal rules surrounding pyrotechnics and pyrotechnic materials.
Optional skills and competences 39 competences
Occupation specific
2 competencesassist community
Support the community or other public services technically in situations which create risks to the public or when special support is needed.
rescue in road accidents
Save and extricate victimes of road traffic accidents.
Sector-specific
18 competencesassist people in contaminated areas
Assist workers in remediation activities as well as people at risk of exposure in safety operations, such as instructing on wearing protective gear, entering and leaving restricted areas, and usage of remediation equipment.
contain fires
Take the appropriate measures to prevent fires from spreading.
drive firetruck under emergency conditions
Drive and operate firetruck in response to emergency situations, at a safe and controlled speed, complying with laws, regulations and standards for this type of activity.
ensure vessel security
Ensure that security requirements for vessels are met according to legal norms. Check if the security equipment is in place and operational. Communicate with marine engineers to ensure that the technical parts of the vessel functioning effectively and can perform as necessary for the upcoming journey.
handle flammable substances
Manage flammable substances to roasting operations and ensure that safety measures are in place.
install vessel's safety equipment
Install and maintain safety equipment such as bells and horns, deck boxes holding life jackets, life boats or life raft pods, and the Electronic Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB).
investigate maritime accidents
Investigate maritime accidents; gather evidence in the event of claims for damages.
maintain logbooks
Maintain the required logbooks according to practice and in established formats.
maintain safety systems
Perform activities for the maintenance of fire fighting and related safety systems.
manage factory operations
Supervise factory operations, planning, formulating, organising, controlling. and directing factory production activities.
operate emergency vehicle
Drive and maneuver an emergency vehicle and operate its fixed equipment following standard procedures.
operate marine machinery systems
Operate principles of marine machinery, including marine diesel engine, steam turbine, boiler, shafting installations, propeller, various auxiliaries, steering gear, automatic control systems, and deck machinery. Follow safety and emergency procedures for operation of propulsion plant machinery, including control systems. Prepare, operate, and maintain the following machinery items and control systems: main engine and steam boiler and their associated auxiliaries and steam systems, auxiliary prime movers and associated systems and other auxiliaries like refrigeration, air-conditioning and ventilation systems. Take necessary measures to prevent damage to these systems.
organise fire drills
Organise emergency procedures, practices and actions that should be performed to safely leave a building in case of fire.
perform preventive maintenance on fire fighting vehicles
Keep firefighting vehicles ready for use at any time. Maintain all aspects of firefighting vehicles and ensure that vehicles function correctly.
prevent marine pollution
Conduct inspections and take measures in order to prevent or mitigate marine pollution. Adhere to international codes and resolutions.
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relay messages through radio and telephone systems
Possess the communication abilities to relay messages through a radio and telephone system.
use geographic information systems
Work with computer data systems such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
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work safely with chemicals
Take the necessary precautions for storing, using and disposing chemical products.
Cross-sector
19 competencesassess contamination
Analyse evidence of contamination. Advise on how to decontaminate.
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assess impact of industrial activities
Analyse data to estimate the impact of industrial activities on resource availability and groundwater quality.
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assess risk factors
Determine the influence of economical, political and cultural risk factors and additional issues.
avoid contamination
Avoid the mixing or contamination of materials.
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climb trees
Ascend and descend from trees in a safely manner.
dispose of hazardous waste
Dispose of dangerous materials such as chemical or radioactive substances according to environmental and to health and safety regulations.
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educate public on fire safety
Develop and execute educational and promotional plans to educate the public on fire prevention knowledge and methods, fire safety such as the ability to identify hazards and the use of fire safety equipment, and to raise awareness on fire prevention issues.
evacuate people from heights
Safely evacuate people from heights using rope access techniques.
inspect industrial equipment
Inspect equipment used during industrial activities such as manufacturing or construction equipment in order to ensure that the equipment complies with health, safety, and environmental legislation.
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liaise with industrial professionals
Establish relationships with engineers and other industrial professionals.
manage personal professional development
Take responsibility for lifelong learning and continuous professional development. Engage in learning to support and update professional competence. Identify priority areas for professional development based on reflection about own practice and through contact with peers and stakeholders. Pursue a cycle of self-improvement and develop credible career plans.
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monitor chemical process condition
Monitor the conformity of the chemical process, checking all indicators or warning signals provided by the instruments such as recording instruments, flowmeters and panel lights.
monitor disposal of radioactive substances
Ensure correct management and disposal of radioactive substances used for medical purposes, in compliance with established procedures.
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operate emergency equipment
Utilise emergency equipment and tools such as fire extinguishers, wheel chocks, pocket lamps, and warning signs.
operate marine communication systems
Operate on board marine communication systems. Communicate with other ships or with on-shore control centre e.g. to send urgent messages concerning safety. Transmit or receive alerts, etc.
perform minor repairs to equipment
Conduct routine maintenance on equipment. Recognise and identify minor defects in equipment and make repairs if appropriate.
perform risk analysis
Identify and assess factors that may jeopardise the success of a project or threaten the organisation's functioning. Implement procedures to avoid or minimise their impact.
use different communication channels
Make use of various types of communication channels such as verbal, handwritten, digital and telephonic communication with the purpose of constructing and sharing ideas or information.
work with chemicals
Handle chemicals and select specific ones for certain processes. Be aware of the reactions which arise from combining them.