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ANZSCO 441212Skill Level 3

Fire Fighter

Responds to fire alarms and emergency calls, controls and extinguishes fires, and protects life and property. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level

Level 3

Certificate III or IV

Assessing Authority

—

Eligible Visas

0

visa subclasses

Skilled Lists

1

active list

Your Pathway

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1

Skills Assessment

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2

Expression of Interest

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3

Visa Application

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Overview

What this occupation involves according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.

Responds to fire alarms and emergency calls, controls and extinguishes fires, and protects life and property. Registration or licensing is required.

Typical Tasks

Common duties performed in this role.

Attending the scene of fires and other emergencies reported to authorities
Rescuing and evacuating people stranded or trapped in dangerous situations
Operating pumps, spraying water, foam and chemicals from hoses, portable extinguishers and other appliances to extinguish fires and to disperse or neutralise dangerous substances
Cutting openings in buildings and crashed vehicles to free occupants
Maintaining site security systems
Administering first aid
Attending and participating in training activities, rescue classes, drills, demonstrations and courses in emergency and fire-fighting techniques
Training recruits in emergency procedures and practices
Visiting buildings and potential fire hazards to study access points and locations of hydrants
Maintaining tools and equipment

Education & Experience

Indicative requirements for skills assessment.

Qualification

Certificate III or IV

Work Experience

Relevant work experience that may substitute for formal qualifications.

Closely Related Field

A qualification in a closely related field may be accepted with additional experience.

Documents Checklist

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Assessing Authority

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Skills Assessment Requirements

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Skilled List Membership

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State & Territory Nominations

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Alternative Titles & Specialisations

Other names and specialisations classified under this ANZSCO code.

Alternative Titles

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Specialisations

  • Fire Engineer (Army) Fire Prevention Officer Leading Firefighter
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