How do they match: First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers

  • Operations Chief

  • Inspect and test new and existing fire protection systems, fire detection systems, and fire safety equipment to ensure that they are operating properly.
  • Serve as a working leader of an engine, hand, helicopter, or prescribed fire crew of three or more firefighters.
  • Study and interpret fire safety codes to establish procedures for issuing permits to handle hazardous or flammable substances.

  • Operate firefighting equipment.
  • Determine operational procedures.
  • Maintain operational records.
  • Monitor operational procedures in technical environments to ensure conformance to standards.
  • Prepare operational reports.
  • Write operational reports.