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3112.1.1 - bridge inspector
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fire protection technician

Description

Code

3112.1.7

Description

Fire protection technicians install and maintain fire protection equipment, such as fire extinguishers, fire alarms, fire detection systems, or sprinkler systems in facilities to ensure compliance to safety standards and protection from fire hazards. They inspect the equipment to ensure its functionality, and perform repairs.

Alternative Labels

fire alarm service technician

fire and security maintenance engineer

fire and security systems engineer

fire protection service engineer

fire protection technician

fire risk assessor

fire suppression engineer

senior fire engineer

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

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