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Firefighter instructor

Firefighter instructors train probationary, new academy recruits, or cadets, on the theory and practice necessary to become a firefighter. They conduct theoretical lectures on academic subjects such as law, basic chemistry, safety regulations, risk management, fire prevention, reading blueprints etc. Fire academy instructors also provide more hands-on, practical instruction regarding the usage of assistive equipment and rescue tools such as a fire hose, fire axe, smoke mask etc., but also heavy physical training, breathing techniques, first aid, self defense tactics and vehicle operations. They also prepare and develop lesson plans and new training programmes as new public service-related regulations and issues arise. The instructors monitor the students' progress, evaluate them individually and prepare performance evaluation reports.

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Rate 5 of the 17 essential skills of this occupation (European ESCO data). No account needed.

provide first aid

extinguish fires

educate on emergency management

assess students

manage major incidents

European Skills Framework

Skills and knowledge areas required for this occupation based on European classification.

Essential (17)

fire safety regulationsfire safety regulationsThe legal rules to be applied for fire safety and fire prevention in a facility.hydraulicshydraulicsThe power transmission systems that use the force of flowing liquids to transmit power.fire prevention proceduresfire prevention proceduresThe regulations concerning fire and explosion prevention, and the equipment, systems and methods used in it.fire-fighting systemsfire-fighting systemsThe devices and systems used to extinguish fires; the classes and chemistry of fire.provide first aidprovide first aidAdminister cardiopulmonary resuscitation or first aid in order to provide help to a sick or injured person until they receive more complete medical treatment.extinguish firesextinguish firesChoose the adequate substances and methods to extinguish fires depending on their size, such as water and various chemical agents. Use a breathing apparatus.educate on emergency managementeducate on emergency managementEducate communities, organisations, or individuals on risk management and emergency response, such as how to develop and implement prevention and reaction strategies, and educate on emergency policies...assess studentsassess studentsEvaluate the students' (academic) progress, achievements, course knowledge and skills through assignments, tests, and examinations. Diagnose their needs and track their progress, strengths, and weakne...manage major incidentsmanage major incidentsTake immediate action to respond to major incidents that affect the safety and security of individuals in private or public places such as road accidents.evacuate people from buildingsevacuate people from buildingsEvacuate a person from a dangerous building or situation for protection purposes, ensuring the victim reaches safety and is able to receive medical care if necessary.provide advice on breaches of regulationprovide advice on breaches of regulationAdvise on preventive and corrective actions; correct any breaches of or non-compliance with legal regulations.ensure student welfareensure student welfareEnsure that the needs of students in educational organisations are met, and that any learning issues are addressed, as well as potential problems outside of an educational context.test safety strategiestest safety strategiesTest policies and strategies related to risk and safety management and procedures, such as testing evacuation plans, safety equipment, and carrying out drills.teach fire fighting principlesteach fire fighting principlesInstruct students in the theory and practice of fire fighting, more specifically in courses such as rescue operations, principles of building construction, and flammable liquids and gas fire fighting,...perform classroom managementperform classroom managementMaintain discipline and engage students during instruction.implement fire safety management plansimplement fire safety management plansImplement the arrangements included in detailed fire safety management plans where the process of monitoring fire safety, preventing fire occurring and fire safety standards are described, in order to...apply intercultural teaching strategiesapply intercultural teaching strategiesEnsure that the content, methods, materials and the general learning experience is inclusive for all students and takes into account the expectations and experiences of learners from diverse cultural ...
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environmental policyenvironmental policyLocal, national and international policies dealing with the promotion of environmental sustainability and the development of projects which reduce negative environmental impact and improve the state o...pollution legislationpollution legislationBe familiar with European and National legislation regarding the risk of pollution.pyrotechnic articles legislationpyrotechnic articles legislationThe legal rules surrounding pyrotechnics and pyrotechnic materials.adult educationadult educationInstruction targeted at adult students, both in a recreational and in an academic context, for self-improvement purposes, or to better equip the students for the labour market.maintain safety systemsmaintain safety systemsPerform activities for the maintenance of fire fighting and related safety systems.perform risk analysisperform risk analysisIdentify and assess factors that may jeopardise the success of a project or threaten the organisation's functioning. Implement procedures to avoid or minimise their impact.safely instruct about fitnesssafely instruct about fitnessProvide safe and effective fitness instruction.use geographic information systemsuse geographic information systemsWork with computer data systems such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS).ensure public safety and securityensure public safety and securityImplement the relevant procedures, strategies and use the proper equipment to promote local or national security activities for the protection of data, people, institutions, and property.relay messages through radio and telephone systemsrelay messages through radio and telephone systemsPossess the communication abilities to relay messages through a radio and telephone system.manage resources for educational purposesmanage resources for educational purposesIdentify the necessary resources needed for learning purposes, such as materials in class or arranged transportation for a field trip. Apply for the corresponding budget and follow up on the orders.perform search and rescue missionsperform search and rescue missionsAssist in fighting natural and civic disasters, such as forest fires, floods and road accidents. Conduct search-and-rescue missions.use different types of fire extinguishersuse different types of fire extinguishersUnderstand and apply various methods of firefighting and various types and classes of fire extinguishing equipment.plan health and safety proceduresplan health and safety proceduresSet up procedures for maintaining and improving health and safety in the establishment or workplace.perform preventive maintenance on fire fighting vehiclesperform preventive maintenance on fire fighting vehiclesKeep firefighting vehicles ready for use at any time. Maintain all aspects of firefighting vehicles and ensure that vehicles function correctly.provide lesson materialsprovide lesson materialsEnsure that the necessary materials for teaching a class, such as visual aids, are prepared, up-to-date, and present in the instruction space.assist students in their learningassist students in their learningSupport and coach students in their work, give learners practical support and encouragement.educate public on fire safetyeducate public on fire safetyDevelop and execute educational and promotional plans to educate the public on fire prevention knowledge and methods, fire safety such as the ability to identify hazards and the use of fire safety equ...manage emergency care situationsmanage emergency care situationsManage situations in which decision making under time pressure is essential to save lives.climb treesclimb treesAscend and descend from trees in a safely manner.coordinate with other emergency servicescoordinate with other emergency servicesCoordinate the firefighters' work with the activities of the emergency medical services and of the police.

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Frequently asked questions

What does a firefighter instructor do?

Firefighter instructors train probationary, new academy recruits, or cadets, on the theory and practice necessary to become a firefighter. They conduct theoretical lectures on academic subjects such as law, basic chemistry, safety regulations, risk management, fire prevention, reading blueprints etc. Fire academy instructors also provide more hands-on, practical instruction regarding the usage of assistive equipment and rescue tools such as a fire hose, fire axe, smoke mask etc., but also heavy physical training, breathing techniques, first aid, self defense tactics and vehicle operations. They also prepare and develop lesson plans and new training programmes as new public service-related regulations and issues arise. The instructors monitor the students' progress, evaluate them individually and prepare performance evaluation reports.

What skills does a firefighter instructor need?

A firefighter instructor needs 17 essential skills, including fire safety regulations, hydraulics, fire prevention procedures, fire-fighting systems, provide first aid.

Will AI replace firefighter instructor jobs?

The AI disruption score for firefighter instructor is 17/100 (low risk). Skills most exposed to automation: fire safety regulations, pollution legislation, pyrotechnic articles legislation. Most resilient: evacuate people from buildings, climb trees, provide first aid.

Quick Facts

SectorEducation
ISCO GroupTeaching professionals
Essential Skills17

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