Firewatch Basic Responsibilities and Duties of a Firewatch One of the effective ways to eliminate and control fire hazards is to have a fire watch. This is a requirement whenever welding and other operations posing fire hazards are done in the workplace.
- Watch out for fire hazards in the workplace while work is performed by other employees.
- Maintain the conditions and requirements stated on the Hot work permit. Keep area clean and free of debris. Cleanup workspace at the end of each shift.
- Keep flammable materials 30ft from ignition sources.
- In the event of fire, extinguish it immediately or turn a fire alarm on.
- Stop operations if you find any hazardous condition.
- Make sure you and other employees are aware of the exact location of firefighting equipment in the immediate area. Maintain constant means of communication with Hot Worker.
- As much as possible, keep visual and voice contact with other employees.
- Before and during each shift, inspect the entire work area and look for potential release of flammable vapors or liquids.
- Be prepared to operate fire extinguishers, hydrants, fixed monitors, and hose carts anytime.
- Never leave the job site while the work is being done. If you have to leave, stop the job and notify workers that you are “standing-by-for”.
- When all operations are done, do not leave the worksite unless you’re sure that there are no hot sparks, burning embers and other fire hazards.
- Return all firefighting equipment to their original location.
Requirements:
- No felonies within 10 years; No theft or violent misdemeanor charges.
- Able to obtain a DBIDS to enter Naval facility
- Able to pass drug test, physical, and abilities testing
- Willing to work Monday through Sunday with short notice
- MUST COMPLETE OHSA 10, Safety orientation
- Must have reliable transportation
- Must pass pre-employment physical and drug test
