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Forest Firefighters

District Of Columbia

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Control and suppress fires in forests or vacant public land.

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Typical education needed for entry: Postsecondary non-degree award

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Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: Long-term on-the-job training

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Collaborate with other firefighters as a member of a firefighting crew.
Extinguish flames and embers to suppress fires, using shovels, or engine- or hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
Test and maintain tools, equipment, jump gear and parachutes to ensure readiness for fire suppression activities.
Maintain contact with fire dispatchers at all times to notify them of the need for additional firefighters and supplies, or to detail any difficulties encountered.
Rescue fire victims, and administer emergency medical aid.
Establish water supplies, connect hoses, and direct water onto fires.
Patrol burned areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that may restart fires.
Inform and educate the public about fire prevention.
Participate in physical training to maintain high levels of physical fitness.
Orient self in relation to fire, using compass and map, and collect supplies and equipment dropped by parachute.

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