Fire Fighter One
Entry-level structural firefighters trained to perform emergency response, fire suppression, rescue, and basic medical care while maintaining equipment and station readiness.
- Respond to fire alarms, emergency medical calls, vehicle accidents, hazardous materials incidents, and technical rescues; perform scene size-up and follow IC/incident action plans.
- Operate firefighting equipment: hoses, pumps, nozzles, ladders, ventilation tools and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
- Perform fire suppression tactics: attack, containment, overhaul, salvage and loss control.
- Conduct search and rescue for trapped/disabled victims; perform patient assessment.
Fire Fighter Two
- Respond to emergency calls, providing life-saving interventions in firefighting and rescue operations.
- Operate firefighting equipment, including hoses, pumps, and other specialized tools effectively and safely.
- Conduct fire suppression and prevention activities, ensuring compliance with fire codes and safety regulations.
- Perform property inspections and generate reports based on findings, identifying potential fire hazards and recommending corrective actions.
- Assist in training new firefighters on techniques, safety protocols, and equipment usage.
- Participate in community education programs to teach fire safety and prevention practices.
- Maintain equipment and vehicles in proper working condition, ensuring readiness for emergency response.
- Collaborate with other emergency services, including EMS and law enforcement, to ensure coordinated response in high-stress situations.
- Conduct salvage operations to minimize property damage after fire incidents.
- Maintain physical fitness and technical proficiency through regular training and drills.
Hazmat Awareness Specialist
Seasoned safety professional with extensive experience in hazardous materials (HAZMAT) identification, risk assessment, and emergency response. Proven ability to develop and deliver HAZMAT awareness training, implement safe-handling procedures, and ensure regulatory compliance across diverse industrial settings.
- HAZMAT classification (UN/DOT, NFPA 704) and labeling
- Safety Data Sheet (SDS) interpretation and communication
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) selection and fit-testing
- Emergency spill containment and decontamination procedures
- Regulatory knowledge: South African SANS 10234, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120, and international GHS standards
- Training design & delivery (8-hour awareness, 24-hour operations, 40-hour technician)
- Incident command system (ICS) coordination and reporting.
Hazmat Operations Specialist
Dynamic Hazmat Operations specialist with 8+ years of hands-on experience in chemical incident response, containment, and decontamination. Skilled at leading multidisciplinary teams, coordinating with emergency services, and ensuring compliance with local (SANS 10234) and international (OSHA 1910.120, NFPA 472) regulations. Proven track record of reducing exposure incidents and improving response times through effective planning and training.
- Incident Command & Coordination – Operate as Hazmat Officer (HMO) within the Incident Command System (ICS); develop and execute response plans.
- Risk Assessment & Hazard Identification – Perform UN/DOT classification, NFPA 704 evaluation, and site-specific hazard analyses.
- Containment & Control – Deploy spill-control kits, absorbents, and vapor-suppression foams; set up dikes and secondary containment.
- Decontamination Procedures – Establish full-scale decontamination corridors; oversee PPE doffing, equipment cleaning, and waste disposal.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Select, fit-test, and manage Level A-C ensembles; conduct daily equipment checks.
- Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Management – Maintain up-to-date SDS library; train personnel on SDS interpretation.
- Regulatory Compliance – Ensure adherence to SANS 10234, OSHA 1910.120, and GHS labeling; prepare audit documentation.
- Training & Drills – Design and deliver Hazmat Operations courses (24-hour and 40-hour) and conduct quarterly live-scenario drills.
