BSS DIPLOMA IN FIRE TECHNICIAN
What Is Diploma in Fire Technician ?
The Diploma in Fire Technician course is a year-long course that meets the statutory requirements addressing the duties and responsibilities of a Fire Technician, making them competent to repair, maintain, overhaul, or install Fire Fighting, Fire Detection, and Fire Safety Systems in Every Industry, Factory, Mall, Power Sector, Oil and Gas Refinery, or any other establishment required by Indian Law to be protected from a fire hazard. This specialised diploma in fire Technician qualifies them to work as a Fire Systems maintenance technician for any organisation involved in the maintenance and repair of fire systems.
A Fire Technician's Responsibilities Include The Following:
- Test and inspect firefighting apparatus for operational and maintenance issues.
- To ensure that Fire Systems are kept in a state of readiness,
- Train operational personnel, such as firemen and fire supervisors, to operate fire control equipment in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
- Portable fire equipment, such as fire extinguishers, must be maintained and serviced.
- Fault locating and fixing all permanent and portable fire suppression and safety systems
- Regulate and provide firefighting, disaster response, and enclosed space rescue training, seminars, and drills.
- Carry out general maintenance on all fixed and portable firefighting equipment and systems.
Hazards In Fire Technician:
Here are some of the most significant hazards you're likely to face,
High Falls:
As a commercial HVAC specialist, you're likely to work in some high-pressure situations. It doesn't have to be on top of a skyscraper for you to be cautious. No. It might be on a ladder or a rooftop, gaining access to vents and ductwork in an attic or ceiling. When operating in an elevated place, the risks of falling are great and can be harmful to your health.
Make certain that the position of your ladder and scaffolding is both safe and robust. When the location is very high, you might also hire a spotter. In elevated locations, a safety harness might also be useful.
HVAC work cannot be separated from electrical wiring and equipment; they are inextricably linked. Interacting with electricity necessitates extreme caution — one incorrect turn and you're electrocuted! It's difficult to discern if a wire is active or not... Never handle exposed and unsupervised wires recklessly.
When working with electricity, always wear protective gloves and never leave your tester at home (you never know when you need to test wire charges). If you're unsure, turn off the electricity to the entire area before beginning your task.
Before operating on any electrical equipment, new requirements necessitate further testing. One example is the necessity for proper testing of testers prior to measurement. This might be as easy as testing the power of a known source, but it can also be done with the use of a proving unit.
Fatigue:
There are times of the year when technician services are more needed than ever (especially during the dog days of summer). You are compelled to jump from one job to another, work overtime, and in heated temperatures during these times. Strain and tiredness are likely to set in after working more than 60 hours in a physically demanding sector.
Fatigue is a dangerous foe, causing you to lose attention and make sloppy blunders (talk about terrible service!). When these errors occur, they not only put you at danger, but they also put your clients at risk. You're probably exhausted if you find yourself falling asleep behind the wheel or experiencing severe dehydration.
Take pauses when needed, remain hydrated, maintain a good eating routine (don't miss meals), and take some time to rest, even if it means declining offers (it could be a day off from a hectic week). Also, organise your job carefully so that you have time to breathe.
Another location to keep an eye on fatigue is when driving; especially after a long day, your commute home or to work might be risky if you are fatigued. Take frequent pauses and remain hydrated. If your car has a remote start, consider cooling it down before you travel. All of these new technological elements might be beneficial to you!
Burns:
As a technician, you must actually play with fire. Soldering, for example, is a frequent repair and installation technique. You'll need your handy torch at times to cut metals like a hot knife through butter (and have a nasty a$$ moment). The basic line is that there will be possibilities to severely or slightly burn oneself. You can't escape bare flames, but you can avoid getting burned.
Before working on any equipment, make sure it's completely cool. If your job requires you to handle hot equipment, make sure you have the necessary gear — heat-resistant gloves are your best choice here. Furthermore, wear long-sleeved clothing to protect your arms if you come into touch with hot things.
Maintain a fire extinguisher at all times, especially while working with your torch or in any circumstance that involves combustible goods, such as replenishing certain refrigerants.
Finally, a technician's job requires them to work with various chemicals such as refrigerants, gases, solvents, and cleaning products. If these substances are not handled properly, they might cause bodily injury. Although most manufacturers define their compounds as safe, their toxicity levels may increase when exposed to severe circumstances such as heat.
Some homes may also have filthy air filters that are home to bacteria, mildew, and fungus. Carbon monoxide poisoning might be caused by heat exchanger leaks and malfunctioning pilot lights. Personal protection equipment (PPE) such as industrial-grade safety masks, protective boots, HVAC work gloves, and safety glasses should always be used. Maintain chemical safe…
Fire Technician Course Syllabus:
COURSE CODE: FSS004 COURSE NAME: FIRE TECHNICIAN COURSE DURATION: SIX MONTHS | ||
| SNo | Subject Code | Subject |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | FSS004-01 | COMMUNICATIVE ENGLISH AND COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS |
| 2 | FSS004-02 | ACCIDENT PREVENTION AND RISK MANAGEMENT |
| 3 | FSS004-03 | SAFETY IN ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS |
| 4 | FSS004-04 | FIRE SAFETY AND PREVENTION TECHNIQUES |
| 5 | FSS004-05 | PRACTICAL – I |
| 6 | FSS004-06 | PRACTICAL – II |
| 7 | FSS004-07 | PRACTICAL – III |
| 8 | FSS004-08 | PRACTICAL – IV |
Ms,Divyasree - HSE Advisor | Aim Vision Safety Training & Consulting
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