Fire Safety Officer

Job Title: Fire Safety Officer
Department: Operations

Job Purpose

To ensure fire prevention, fire protection, and emergency preparedness measures are implemented and maintained across the hospital/facility, ensuring compliance with statutory fire safety regulations and organizational safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Fire Safety Compliance

   • Ensure compliance with State Fire Service regulations, National Building Code (NBC), and other applicable safety standards.
   • Maintain valid fire safety licenses, certificates, and records.

2. Inspection & Maintenance

   • Conduct routine inspections of fire extinguishers, hydrants, sprinklers, smoke detectors, fire alarm panels, and emergency exits.
   • Coordinate preventive maintenance and testing of all fire protection systems.

3. Emergency Preparedness

   • Develop and implement emergency response plans.
   • Organize mock fire drills and evacuation exercises.
   • Evaluate drill effectiveness and submit reports.

4. Training & Awareness

   • Conduct fire safety induction for new employees.
   • Train staff on firefighting equipment usage and evacuation procedures.
   • Promote fire safety awareness through campaigns and toolbox talks.

5. Risk Assessment

   • Identify fire hazards and recommend corrective measures.
   • Conduct regular fire risk assessments and safety audits.
   • Follow up on closure of identified non-compliances.

6. Incident Investigation

   • Investigate fire incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions.
   • Prepare reports and recommend preventive actions.

7. Documentation & Reporting

   • Maintain fire safety logs, equipment inspection records, and incident reports.
   • Submit periodic compliance reports to management.

8. Coordination

   • Liaise with Fire Department, regulatory authorities, contractors, and internal departments.
   • Support accreditation requirements such as NABH and other safety audits.

Qualification

• Diploma/Degree in Fire & Safety Engineering or Fire Technology.
• Certification in Fire Safety Management preferred.
• Knowledge of NBC, Fire Safety Acts, and emergency response procedures.

Experience

• 2 to 5 years of experience in Fire Safety, preferably in hospitals, healthcare facilities, or large commercial establishments.

Skills Required

• Firefighting and emergency response knowledge.
• Risk assessment and safety audit skills.
• Communication and training abilities.
• Incident investigation and report preparation.
• Proficiency in MS Office and documentation.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Completion of fire drills as per schedule.
• Compliance score in fire safety audits.
• Closure of identified fire safety observations.
• Equipment inspection and maintenance compliance.
• Zero major fire incidents due to negligence.