Appointment, powers, duties and functions of Fire Officer

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(1) The Government or the Director shall appoint a Fire Officer for each fire station, who shall be the officer-in-charge of the fire station and shall be responsible for the maintenance of communication system, water resources including hydrants, operation of Fire and Emergency Services within his area.
(2) Subject to the control, direction and superintendence of the Director, the Fire Officer shall exercise such powers and perform such duties, as may be prescribed.
(3) Without prejudice to the provisions of sub-section (2), the concerned Fire Officer shall,-
- (i) in case of Fire and Emergency Services, act as Commanding Officer and in such a situation, the other Fire and Emergency Services not under his control shall work under his command;
- (ii) ensure that Fire and Emergency Management Plan of the Fire Station and other field formations is prepared in conformity with the respective District Disaster Management Plan;
- (iii) ensure the timely turnout of fire units on fire and emergency related calls as per such standard operating procedures, as may be prescribed;
- (iv) ensure deployment of Fire and Emergency Services, resources, equipments and fire personnel at standby duty for any fire response or any other emergency within his jurisdiction.

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