Fire Fighter

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Education: HSE or SSC or OSHAS or 'OSH certified desired. CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation.). Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of progressive experience in Fire & Safety; relevant experience in a healthcare or similar environment will be considered an added advantage.. T he Fire & Safety Officer is responsible for ensuring a safe environment across hospital facilities by implementing fire safety standards, conducting inspections, managing emergency response activities, and ensuring compliance with applicable safety regulations and IHHN policies. The position also supports fire prevention, staff training, emergency drills, and maintenance of fire safety systems and equipment. The main responsibilities include. • Ensure compliance with fire, safety, security, environmental, and emergency response policies, SOPs, and applicable regulations. • Conduct daily inspections of fire safety equipment, including fire alarms, fire hydrants, fire hose reels, extinguishers, and other firefighting systems. • Conduct regular safety rounds to identify fire hazards and ensure timely corrective actions. • Respond to and assist in the investigation of fire incidents and emergencies, including rescue, evacuation, and incident documentation. • Actively participate in the Rapid Response Team (RRT) for fire emergencies, rescue, evacuation, and other emergency situations. • Assist in the installation, testing, operation, and maintenance of fire safety systems and firefighting equipment. • Conduct regular fire safety training, awareness sessions, and emergency drills for hospital staff and outreach units. • Ensure proper inspection, refilling, maintenance, expiry-date monitoring, and record keeping of fire safety equipment. • Support the safe handling, tracking, and disposal of chemical, biological, radioactive, and other hazardous materials as applicable. • Conduct risk assessments during emergency operations and ensure appropriate safety measures and PPE requirements are followed. • Maintain accurate records of inspections, incidents, drills, training, equipment maintenance, and corrective actions. • Ensure compliance with IHHN Safety & Security Manual, SOPs, and Code of Conduct. • Prepare and submit daily/monthly fire safety reports and updates to senior management. • Perform other fire and safety-related duties as assigned by senior management.