Fireman

Fireman

• Firefighters are people whose job is to put out fires and save people from themselves, not for the sake of the world, but for their own safety.

• In addition to fires, firefighters rescue people and animals from collapsing buildings, and firefighting is one of the tasks demanded by the government agencies.

What are the jobs and responsibilities of Firemen?

• Being a firefighter is a very physical and time-consuming task that requires a lot of commitment. You are not only required to keep your truck, hoses and other equipment clean, but also responsible for ongoing training and exercises. When firefighters do not serve as heroes to the public, they are responsible for maintaining themselves and their equipment.

• During this so-called downtime, they are trained in various preventive and retroactive procedures and rehearse dangerous and life-threatening situations. When a real emergency occurs, it becomes dangerous and they have to retrain for it.

• They are expected to risk their lives to get into dangerous, burning buildings, and they must use this training to rescue those trapped and enter the building to combat the threat of fire, smoke inhalation and other dangerous situations.

• Quick response time is required when they rush to the truck, then connect hoses and place everything else that is required for the situation.

• They spend a lot of time on their work, and due to the nature of their work around the clock, they have to live in the same building they work in for a typical week.

• Apart from continuous training, the training requirements for the job are not necessarily strict, but the minimum requirements are A-levels or equivalent.

• EMT certification and fire brigade training are also required, and both written and physical tests must be taken.

• Stay in touch with emergency services at all times and request additional resources if necessary, as well as contact your local fire brigade for more information.

What are the skills required?

• Effective communication skills.

• Integrity, composure and a reassuring manner.

• The ability to follow instructions.

• Can work as part of a team.

• Problem-solving skills.

• Patience, understanding and sensitivity.

• Confidence and resilience.

• Adaptability and flexibility.

• Courage:

• Physical stamina

• Quick decision makings skills

Eligibility: 10th. Complete fire fighting training from a government recognised institute

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What is the Scope for Firemen in India?

• Fire fighters can opt for any division, either government or private as per their involvement and choices.

• They also get involved in other businesses such as chemical or combustible products manufacturing companies like petroleum refineries, textiles, fertilizers, etc

• This risky field, despite its dangers, has saved many lives, but there is something fresh for firefighters to grow and absorb.

• Firefighters can choose a department, state or private, depending on their commitment and decision.

• The possibilities are enormous, from the handling of a bottling plant to a fire station or even a factory, the possibility is enormous.

• You can also get involved in a variety of other areas, such as agriculture, forestry, mining, construction and many more.

How much do Firemen earn in India?

• Average Fireman Salary - Rs 231,313/yr

• 1-4 years of experience - Rs 230,031/yr

Who are the Top recruiters?

• Thiru Murugan Computers

• Fireprotection

• Express Infrastructure Pvt Ltd

• OYO

• Bhansali Engineering Polymers Ltd

• Adani Power Limited

• Seabird Marine Services Gujarat Pvt Ltd

• Sharon Bio medicine Ltd

Top Colleges offering fire fighting course in India

• Institute of Fire and Safety Management (IFSM), Dehradun

• Smt. Dhapudevi Memorial (SDM) ITI, Barmer

• College of Fire and Disaster Management, Mehsana

• College of Fire and Disaster Management, Bharuch

• Institute of Fire, Safety and Disaster Management (IFSDM), Vadodara

• College of Fire and Disaster Management, Gandhinagar

• College of Fire Technology, Ahmedabad

• Institute of Industrial Safety Management (IISM), Vadodara

What are the books and study materials available?

• Aapatkalin Yojna Or Prathmik Chikitsa (Fire Engineering).

• Agni Vigyan Fire Engineering.

• Emergency Planning & First Aid (Fire Engineering) English.

• Fireman Objective Questions Bank.

• Fire Technology Industrial Safety Management (Objective).

Interesting Facts

US President Benjamin Franklin was a Volunteer Firefighter in his earlier years. He helped create the first fire department in Philadelphia (1736).