SOP Manual - Cleveland Fire Department

Cleveland Fire Department
Operations Manual
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Drives and positions fire pumping and aerial ladder trucks in emergency situations.
Places initial hose lines and operates, adjusts, and controls pumping equipment, aerial ladders, and other
apparatus at fires.
Regulates water pressure to ensure necessary water pressure.
Inspects, maintains, and makes minor repairs to equipment.
Identifies the need for major repairs to equipment.
Maintains records and prepares reports relating to maintenance, inspection, and usage of fire apparatus and
equipment.
Participates in inspections, drills, and training activities.
Uses a variety of hand and power tools, equipment, and work aids in all phases of firefighting and rescue
work.
Tests and maintains power tools and equipment.
Operates communication equipment.
Rescues individuals and animals from situations in which they are physically trapped.
Contains, controls, and decontaminates hazardous materials spills.
Performs a variety of salvage and cleanup operations, including removing water, chemicals, and debris.
Maintains apparatus, quarters, buildings, equipment, grounds, and hydrants.
Participates in drills, demonstrations, and courses in hydraulics, pump operation and maintenance, and
firefighting techniques.
Performs the duties of the Lieutenant in that individual’s absence if ordered to do by a supervisor.
Performs the duties of a firefighter when not operating or maintaining apparatus.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no regular supervisory responsibilities.
Effective: June 1, 1997 Revised: 5/14/2009 Page | 35
Approved by: Chief Chuck Atchley