Fire and Safety Officer

Job Role:

• Develops, implements, and enforces fire prevention policies, conducts regular inspections, maintains safety equipment, and manages emergency responses.
• Inspections && Audits: Regularly inspect premises for fire hazards, ensuring functional extinguishers, sprinkler systems, and fire alarms.
• Emergency Response: Lead firefighting teams, manage evacuations, and respond immediately to fire or medical emergencies.
• Inspect Fire Protection Systems: Regularly inspect fire alarms, sprinklers, extinguishers, smoke detectors, emergency lighting, and other fire safety equipment to ensure they are functional.
• Arrange Maintenance and Repairs: Coordinate and oversee the maintenance, testing, and repair of fire safety equipment to ensure they operate effectively during emergencies.
• Respond to Fire Incidents: In the event of a fire, the Fire Safety Officer plays a key role in managing the situation, ensuring safe evacuation, controlling the spread of fire, and coordinating with firefighting teams.
• Incident Investigation: After a fire or fire alarm, the Fire Safety Officer investigates the cause, compiles reports, and identifies areas for improvement to prevent future incidents.
• Training: Conduct fire safety training sessions, fire safety induction for new employees, and organize regular mock drills.
• Compliance: Ensure the organization complies with local, state, and federal fire regulations and maintain updated No Objection Certificates (NOC).
• Risk Mitigation: Conduct Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA), develop fire safety policies, and implement corrective actions.
• Implement Fire Prevention Measures: Develop and implement fire prevention programs, ensuring safe practices in areas like electrical safety, flammable material storage, and waste management.
• Monitor High-Risk Areas: Regularly monitor high-risk areas (e.g., kitchens, chemical storage) to ensure that fire prevention measures are being followed and potential hazards are minimized.
• Documentation: Maintain records of inspections, incidents, mock drills, and maintenance schedules.
• Maintain Safety Records: Keep detailed records of fire drills, equipment inspections, risk assessments, incidents, and training programs.
• Prepare Reports: Compile and present reports on fire safety performance, highlighting areas of concern and recommending improvements to senior management.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of fire codes, safety regulations, and emergency procedures
• Skills: Strong communication, observation, alertness, and ability to act under pressure.
• Establish Evacuation Routes: Design clear evacuation routes and ensure they are clearly marked and free from obstructions.
• Monitor Occupant Safety: During drills or actual emergencies, ensure the safe evacuation of occupants, giving special attention to those with disabilities or special needs.

NOTE: This position is for a manufacturing plant.