Firefighter Type 2 (Crewmember), FFT2

Duties

• Receives briefing from supervisor.
• Participates in organized and coordinated crew tactical actions.
• Rearranges and removes fuels near the fireline to reduce threat of spotting or slopovers.
• Participates in reducing the threat of fire exposure to improved properties.
• Follows established procedures in securing the fireline.
• Locates and suppresses fire within the assigned area.
• Detects or locates hot materials or burning fuels.
• Maintains communications with designated personnel.
• Identifies situations which warrant immediate action and/or reporting.
• Assumes responsibility for fire tools, equipment and gear.
• Assumes responsibility for safety and welfare of yourself and others. Report any threat.
• Follows safety procedures for transporting personnel and equipment.
• Follows local policies to maintain environmental quality.
• Uses proper procedures when deploying hose and accessories.

Position Knowledge and/or Requirements

• S-130, Firefighting Training
• S-190, Introduction to wildland Fire Behavior