# Tasks & work activities — marine firefighter

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 33-2011.00 (Firefighters) — manual nearest-occupation mapping via ISCO group 5411; the official ESCO crosswalk has no entry for this ESCO occupation.

## Task statements

- **[Core]** Rescue survivors from burning buildings, accident sites, and water hazards.
- **[Core]** Dress with equipment such as fire-resistant clothing and breathing apparatus.
- **[Core]** Assess fires and situations and report conditions to superiors to receive instructions, using two-way radios.
- **[Core]** Move toward the source of a fire, using knowledge of types of fires, construction design, building materials, and physical layout of properties.
- **[Core]** Respond to fire alarms and other calls for assistance, such as automobile and industrial accidents.
- **[Core]** Create openings in buildings for ventilation or entrance, using axes, chisels, crowbars, electric saws, or core cutters.
- **[Core]** Drive and operate fire fighting vehicles and equipment.
- **[Core]** Inspect fire sites after flames have been extinguished to ensure that there is no further danger.
- **[Core]** Position and climb ladders to gain access to upper levels of buildings, or to rescue individuals from burning structures.
- **[Core]** Select and attach hose nozzles, depending on fire type, and direct streams of water or chemicals onto fires.
- **[Core]** 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]** Collaborate with other firefighters as a member of a firefighting crew.
- **[Core]** Patrol burned areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that may restart fires.
- **[Core]** Collaborate with police to respond to accidents, disasters, and arson investigation calls.
- **[Core]** Participate in fire drills and demonstrations of fire fighting techniques.
- **[Core]** Maintain knowledge of current firefighting practices by participating in drills and by attending seminars, conventions, and conferences.
- **[Core]** Prepare written reports that detail specifics of fire incidents.
- **[Core]** Participate in physical training activities to maintain a high level of physical fitness.
- **[Core]** Protect property from water and smoke, using waterproof salvage covers, smoke ejectors, and deodorants.
- **[Core]** Inform and educate the public on fire prevention.
- **[Core]** Salvage property by removing broken glass, pumping out water, and ventilating buildings to remove smoke.
- **[Core]** Orient self in relation to fire, using compass and map, and collect supplies and equipment dropped by parachute.
- **[Core]** Clean and maintain fire stations and fire fighting equipment and apparatus.
- **[Core]** Inspect buildings for fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances, testing and checking smoke alarms and fire suppression equipment as necessary.
- **[Core]** Take action to contain any hazardous chemicals that could catch fire, leak, or spill.
- **[Core]** Extinguish flames and embers to suppress fires, using shovels or engine- or hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
- **[nan]** Administer first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation to injured persons or provide emergency medical care such as basic or advanced life support.
- **[Core]** Operate pumps connected to high-pressure hoses.
- **[nan]** Search to locate fire survivors.
- **[nan]** Train new employees to control and suppress fires.

## Detailed work activities

- Assess characteristics of fires.
- Attend training to learn new skills or update knowledge.
- Collaborate with law enforcement or security agencies to respond to incidents.
- Communicate with other workers to coordinate activities.
- Demonstrate activity techniques or equipment use.
- Educate the public about fire safety or prevention.
- Examine debris to obtain information about causes of fires.
- Implement advanced life support techniques.
- Inspect equipment to ensure safety or proper functioning.
- Inspect facilities to ensure compliance with fire regulations.
- Locate fires or fire danger areas.
- Maintain fire fighting tools or equipment.
- Maintain professional knowledge or certifications.
- Operate firefighting equipment.
- Participate in physical training to maintain fitness.
- Patrol natural areas to ensure safety or enforce regulations.
- Prepare hoses or water supplies to fight fires.
- Prepare investigation or incident reports.
- Protect property from fire or water damage.
- Provide first aid or rescue assistance in emergencies.
- Relay information about incidents or emergencies to personnel using phones or two-way radios.
- Request emergency personnel.
- Rescue people from hazardous situations.
- Respond to emergencies to provide assistance.
- Select tools, equipment, or technologies for use in operations or projects.
- Train personnel on proper operational procedures.
- Treat medical emergencies.