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forest-fire fighter
A professional who suppresses forest fires, working alone or as member of crew. Respnsibilities include:
- Fells trees, cuts and clears brush, digs trenches, and extinguishes flames and embers to contain or suppress fire, using ax, chain saw, shovel, and hand- or engine-driven water pumps.
- Patrols burned area after fire to watch for hot spots that may restart fire.
- When leading and directing fire-fighting activities of a crew of workers, may be designated Suppression-Crew Leader (forestry).
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(United States of America)