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Personnel assigned fire safety response duties must be able to safely perform the following tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation:
Emergency Operations:
- Rapidly respond to emergency incidents
- Perform fire suppression activities
- Conduct basic rescue and extrication support operations
- Assist with patient assessment and movement
- Operate emergency response equipment
- Enter and exit response vehicles quickly and safely
Equipment Handling:
- Lift, carry, push, or pull equipment weighing 50–75 pounds
- Move or drag an adult patient weighing up to 220 pounds with assistance
- Advance charged hose lines and deploy fire extinguishers
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
- On and off required personal protective equipment (PPE) in a timely manner
- Operate while wearing required firefighting PPE
- Operate in environments with restricted visibility and mobility
Physical Activity:
- Perform sustained physical activity for 10–20 minutes or more
- Bend, kneel, crawl, stoop, twist, reach, and work in confined or awkward positions
- Climb grades up to 25 degrees
Cognitive Demands:
- Follow verbal and written instructions
- Communicate effectively in high-noise environments
- Make time-sensitive safety decisions
Environmental Conditions
Personnel assigned to this safety sensitive role must be able to safely perform duties under the following environmental conditions:
- Extreme heat or cold
- Smoke or dust
- Loud noise
- Low visibility
- Uneven or unstable surfaces
- Outdoor weather exposure
Requirement for Firefighter
Preferred 1 year experience in a fire department or race track environment performing duties that include firefighting and vehicle extrication
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