Description
Fire commissioners oversee the activity of the fire department making sure the services supplied are effective and the necessary equipment is provided. They develop and manage the business policies ensuring the legislation in the field is followed. Fire commissioners perform safety inspections and promotes fire prevention education.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
Practical Skills
organise fire drillsimplement fire safety management plansinspect fire equipmentperform risk analysismanage major incidentsensure equipment availabilityconduct public presentationscommunicate health and safety measureseducate public on fire safetymanage budgetsperform maintenance on fire alarm systemsconduct fire safety inspectionscoordinate fire fightingtrain employeesadvise on government policy compliance