Adam Smith
Glenwood,NSW
Summary
Professional firefighter with over 25 years experience in various incidents including structure fires, HAZMAT incidents, rescue operations and medical responses. Been a Station Officer for the last 10 years with duties that have included filing reports, maintaining records, organizing building inspections and conducting station drills.
Workplace Trainer for over 10 years and have conducted training sessions in evacuation procedures for Chief Wardens, Area Wardens and Wardens. Demonstrated the use of Fire Indicator Panels and EWIS panels. Conducted trial evacuations and training sessions in fire safety equipment.
Various worksites include St Vincents Group, Mater Hospital, Taronga Zoo, Harvey Norman, The Reserve Bank, Macquarie University.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Safety Officer
Sydney Opera House
Sydney, NSW
10.2019 - Current
- Conduct daily fire safety inspections.
- Consult with emergency services personnel.
- Assist with medical responses.
- Conduct fire safety inspections of public venues before performances.
- Sign off on Hot Works Permits.
- Respond to active fire alarms within sydney Opera House.
Workplace Trainer
PRM
Sydney, NSW
01.2016 - Current
- Conduct training sessions in the use of fire extinguishers, hose reels and fire blankets.
- Conduct training sessions for Chief Wardens and Wardens in evacuation procedures.
- Conduct trial evacuations at various work sites.
- Fill out Trial Evacuation reports that include "Observations" and "Recommendations"
- Taking part in debriefing sessions after training sessions.
- Conducting fire safety talks during staff induction at St Vincents Hospital.
Station Officer
Fire and Rescue NSW
Seven Hills, NSW
08.1996 - Current
- Respond to emergency incidents including structure fires, HAZMAT incidents and motor vehicle accidents.
- Perform administration tasks at the station including incident reports, handling petty cash and maintaining staff records.
- Liaising with members of other emergency agencies.
- Develop and conduct drill training sessions.
- Ensure safety standards are met at the Fire Station and during emergency responses.
Education
Cert IV Training and assessment upgrade -
Mr Wed
Sydney, NSW03-2021
Wave Learning
Narellan, NSW02-2010
High School Certificate -
Camden High School
Camden, NSW11-1987
Skills
- Good understanding of evacuation procedures in various worksites including nursing homes and hospitals
- Experienced in managing emergency situations
- Comfortable to give presentations in front of large groups of people
- Conduct fire safety audits
- Always punctual with a good work ethic
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Fire Safety Officer
Sydney Opera House
10.2019 - Current
Workplace Trainer
PRM
01.2016 - Current
Station Officer
Fire and Rescue NSW
08.1996 - Current
Cert IV Training and assessment upgrade -
Mr Wed
Wave Learning
High School Certificate -
Camden High School
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