Duties and Responsibilities

This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance of a Senior Officer. Duties and responsibilities will entail: –

• Inspection, repair and maintenance of fire installations in public buildings, hospitals and institutions;
• Ensure buildings adhere to local, and national fire codes Ensuring buildings adhere to local, state, and national fire codes;
• Evaluating fire sprinklers, extinguishers, and suppression systems;
• Determining the origin and cause of fires;
• Preparing detailed reports on violations and required corrections; and
• Providing training on fire safety and prevention to the public.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: –

• Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Chemical Engineering or equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution; and
• First Aid Certificate course lasting not less than one (1) week from St. John’s Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highways and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized institution.