After the fire is extinguished, the company receives a call that a boat is sinking in the estuary. Smith sets the engine controls and monitors the control panel as the fireboat travels to the sinking boat. At the boat, Smith helps to set up the submersible pump and eductor to pump out the boat. The boat owner has abandoned ship and is floating in the estuary with a life jacket. Smith joins another crew member in the Zodiac rescue boat and performs water rescue operations.
Sets fireboat controls to propel the fireboat.
Visually monitors and responds to all indicators and control systems to ensure effective fireboat operation. Uses motor skills to assist with fireboat handling operations. Exercises good judgment and appropriate safety procedures as a deckhand. Acts quickly and decisively under emergency conditions to employ a well-organized plan of action. Exhibits a clear sense of priorities in terms of urgency and importance.