| Detail | For this role |
|---|---|
| Department | Security |
| Level | Entry level |
| Reports to | Fire and Security Officer |
| Direct reports | None |
| Experience | Fresher to 3 years in fire watch or fire fighting duty |
Fire Guard job description template
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Job title: Fire Guard
Department: Security
Reports to: Fire and Security Officer
Location: [City], [office, branch or site]
About the role
A Fire Guard stands ready to prevent and fight fire at a site. The person patrols for fire hazards, checks extinguishers and hydrants, keeps exits clear, watches hot work, and responds first if a fire starts. In an Indian factory, warehouse or high-rise this frontline role is the first line of fire defence. A good fire guard keeps equipment ready and paths clear, spots risks before they ignite, and acts fast and correctly in the first minutes of a fire, when response matters most.
Key responsibilities
- Patrol the site for fire hazards such as blocked exits, overloaded points and careless storage.
- Check fire extinguishers, hydrants, hoses and alarm points are in place and serviceable.
- Keep emergency exits, fire paths and assembly points clear at all times.
- Watch hot work such as welding and cutting and enforce fire precautions.
- Respond first to any fire or alarm, use the right equipment and raise the alarm.
- Guide safe evacuation of people to assembly points during a fire or drill.
- Support fire drills and record equipment checks in the register.
- Report faulty equipment, hazards and near-misses to the fire officer at once.
- Assist first aid and coordinate with the fire brigade during an emergency.
- Keep the fire pump room and equipment area clean and accessible.
Requirements
- Fire fighting or fireman training
- Physically fit and active
- First aid training an advantage
- Fresher to 3 years in fire watch or fire fighting duty
KRAs and KPIs for a Fire Guard
Key result areas for the appraisal form, each with a KPI you can measure every month or quarter.
| Key result area | How to measure it |
|---|---|
| Hazard patrol | Fire hazard patrols completed and logged on every shift |
| Equipment checks | Extinguishers and hydrants checked on schedule with faults reported same day |
| Exit readiness | Exits and fire paths found clear on every patrol |
| Response time | First response to any fire or alarm within the site response target |
| Hot work control | Hot work supervised with precautions enforced every time |
| Drill participation | Participates in all scheduled fire drills and evacuations |
Skills and tools
Tools used day to day: Fire extinguishers, Fire hose and hydrant, Fire alarm points, Breathing apparatus, Inspection register.
Reporting line and career path
Next roles: Fire and Security Officer, Fire Supervisor, Safety Assistant
Interview questions for a Fire Guard
- What fire hazards do you look for on a routine patrol?
- Which extinguisher would you use on an electrical fire, and why?
- A small fire starts near the store. What are your first actions?
- How do you keep emergency exits clear when the floor is crowded with stock?
- How do you enforce fire safety during welding work?
- What do you do the moment the fire alarm sounds?
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What does a fire guard do?
A fire guard prevents and fights fire at a site. They patrol for hazards, check extinguishers and hydrants, keep exits clear, watch hot work and respond first if a fire starts. They guide evacuation, support drills and report faults and near-misses, acting as the frontline fire defence in the crucial first minutes of an emergency.
What is the difference between a fire guard and a fire and security officer?
A fire guard is the frontline worker who patrols, checks equipment and responds first to fire. A fire and security officer supervises the fire function, plans drills, maintains NOC and records, and manages the fire and guarding teams. The guard acts on the ground, while the officer plans and oversees fire safety for the site.
What training does a fire guard need?
A fire guard needs fire fighting or fireman training covering extinguisher and hydrant use, evacuation and emergency response, and should be physically fit. First aid training is a strong advantage. Much of the skill is practical, built through drills and hands-on equipment handling, so quick, correct action becomes second nature in a real fire.