MLUNGISI MBHELE
Principal Training Officer - Fire/Rescue
DURBAN NORTH
Summary
Extensive knowledge in fire and emergency response planning, operations, training and management. Emergency management officer with over 10 years of professional, EMS and rescue experience in applying a wide range of emergency preparedness, response, training and recovery concepts to mitigate and ensure proper response and recovery to any type of disaster or public health emergency. Experience in leading, developing, implementing and managing a wide range of training and emergency response activities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Fire Safety Officer
Foskor Richards Bay
01.2024 - Current
- Leading the emergency response team (Proto Team/Fire Watcher) in case of fire, spills or other hazardous incidents involving phosphorus, phosphate and ammonia
- Conduct fire risk assessment to identify potential fire hazards and implement safety measures to eliminate them
- Ensure compliance with process safety management regulations and standards (OSHA, PSM, EPA and NFPA) standards
- Conduct gas testing and rescue mission in confined spaces, Handle permit to work and ensure lock out/tag out procedures
- Provide safety training to employees, contractors and visitors
- Coordinate firefighting operations, Investigate fires and other incidents
- Maintenance of specialized fire equipment, collaboration with other departments, Coordinate fire drills and exercises
- Conduct phosphorus, phosphate and ammonia specific hazards to address the unique hazards and also the coordination with local emergency responders to ensure they are aware of the unique hazards associated with the plant
SENIOR FIRE AND RESCUE INSTRUCTOR
Rural Metro International Fire Service Training Academy
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Training new academy recruits in all disciplines of firefighting namely Firefighter I Hazmat Awareness and Firefighter II Hazmat Operations Core, Hazmat Technicians, Fire Officer I, Motor Vehicle Rescue, Structural Fires, Marine Firefighting, Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting, Industrial and Petrochemical Firefighting
- Conducting lectures and practical drills as per the training curriculum designed to meet all the Southern African Emergency Service Standard skills sheet
- Preparing internal formative and practical assessments in line with SAESI
- Conducting physical education exercises in line with SAESI requirements
- Preparing weekly and monthly reports regarding students progress and equipment for the academy’s management
- Daily preparation on course material for the following day, Planning for the work to be executed
- Attending regular meetings and studying to keep abreast of all training material required by NFPA and IFSTA syllabus
- Perform live fire drills, search and rescue, safe response to hazardous materials
- Develop lesson plans in line with the curriculum and also develop the academy’s resident and field training curriculum
- Measuring progress through oral, written and performance assessments
SENIOR FIRE INSTRUCTOR and OHS FACILITATOR
EM Care Training Academy
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Facilitating - First Aid Level I, II & III, Basic Fire Fighting, Advanced Fire Fighting, Preliminary Fire Fighting, Health and safety Introduction
- OHS Act for Management, Fire Marshall, Emergency Evacuation Management, HIV Awareness, Firefighter I & II, Hazmat Awareness & Operations Core
- Construction Courses – Legal Liability, SHE Representative, Health & Safety Supervisor, Compensation for Occupational Injuries & Diseases Act
- (COIDA) Hazards Identification & Risk Assessment (HIRA) Permit to Work Procedures, Safety Clearance Certificate, Hazardous Material Handling (HAZCHEM) Accident Investigation, Safe Stacking & Storage, Chainsaw Operator Intermediate, Hand & Power Tools, Advanced Rigging & Slinging, Flagman, Working at Heights, Fall Arrest Restraint System, Fall Protection Plan Developer, Scaffolding Erector & Inspector
STATION OFFICER (SO)
Okhahlamba Fire and Emergency Services
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Drive fire engines/apparatus and other emergency vehicles
- Test water hoses, fire extinguishers, and pumps
- Give appropriate medical care within the scope of knowledge in emergency situations
- Preventing, combating and extinguishing fires with the goal of protecting lives, the environment and property
- Analysing hazardous situations and thinking of quick solutions and actions
- Prepare and monitor report and issue citations for fire code violations that can be found during inspections
- Communicating with the Incident Commander for additional safety support
- Assess traffic hazards and apparatus placement
- Monitor radio transmissions/communication
- Operating tools and equipment used for firefighting safely and effectively
- Monitor conditions, operation, and other activities
- Make sure that the personal accountability system is being utilized
- Provide a risk assessment of incident scene operation using the incident action plan (IAP)
- Assure the establishment of safety zones, hot zones, collapse zones, and other hazard areas
- Direct and command firefighters in station maintenance duties
- Participate in maintenance duties and attend in-service training classes to remain current in knowledge of codes, laws and regulations
LEADING FIREFIGHTER
Okhahlamba Fire and Emergency Service
01.2017 - 12.2019
- Leading a team of firefighters during emergency, ensuring their safety and effective execution of tactics
- Operating and maintaining firefighting apparatus like fire engines, trucks, skid and rescue units
- Ensuring firefighting equipment like PPE is properly maintained, inspected and tested
- Participate in training exercises and drills to improve firefighting skills and assisting in training new firefighters
- Conduct pre-incident planning
- Assume incident command system in emergency scenes, participating in the maintenance of the fire station
- Participate in community outreach and education programs like fire safety inspection, fire prevention
- Compile reports on emergency responses like incident summary, damage assessment, recommendations
- Mentoring and coaching junior firefighters, provide guidance and support, help them develop their skills and knowledge
- Ensuring compliance with SOP’s and SOG’s
CONTROL ROOM SUPERVISOR (CALL TAKER/DISPATCHER)
Okhahlamba Fire and Emergency Service
01.2015 - 12.2017
- Undertakes Emergency Call Handling activities in accordance with the provincial and national Emergency Call Management principles
- Dispatch appropriate resources in accordance with the Fire and Emergency Service response principles
- Undertakes Incident Management and Operational Support activities
- Actively supports the integration and development of self and others
- Uses and maintains the reliability and readiness of relevant control and operations equipment
- Call out of standby personnel for emergency incidents when needed
- Completion of the occurrence book for emergency calls and for normal department activities
- Contributes to promoting a culture of excellence and continuous improvement at all times
- Complies with all Municipal policies, guiding frameworks and legal requirements especially equality, diversity, fairness and dignity in the workplace and Health and Safety
- Ensure sufficient incident details are obtained and distributed as appropriate
- Complete handover and vehicle travel movement sheet for fire and emergency vehicles
Education
Grade 12 - undefined
Tatazela Secondary High School
Fire Fighter I - Hazmat Awareness Level
Goldfields Emergency Fire Service Training Academy
01.2021 - 05.2021
Fire Fighter II - Hazmat Operations Level
Goldfields Emergency Fire Service Training Academy
01.2021 - 05.2021
High Angle Rope Rescue I & II - undefined
Rural Metro Fire and Rescue Training Academy
01.2022 - 05.2022
Fire Service Instructor I - undefined
Goldfields Emergency Fire Service Training Academy
01.2022 - 05.2022
Management Course - undefined
Iscariota Learning and Training Academy
01.2022 - 05.2022
Supervising Fire Officer I - undefined
Impact Fire, Rescue & EMS College
01.2022 - 05.2022
Safety Officer (SAMTRAC) - undefined
EM Care Training Academy
Skills
Technical proficiency in fire suppression
Team Leadership
Rescue Techniques
Strong Communication
Hazardous Materials Response
Fire Prevention and Safety
Fire Investigation and inspection
Knowledge of fire safety codes and regulations
Physical Fitness
First Aid and CPR
Specialized Training
- Vehicle fires and extrication
- Petrochemical/Industrial fires
- Operating fire pump/Aerial apparatus
- Dispatch operations
- Incident command system (ICS) operations
- Foam Equipment and systems
- Fire investigation/Inspection
- High angle rope rescue
Personal Information
ID Number: 861205 5624 088
Timeline
Fire Safety Officer
Foskor Richards Bay
01.2024 - Current
SENIOR FIRE AND RESCUE INSTRUCTOR
Rural Metro International Fire Service Training Academy
01.2022 - 12.2022
SENIOR FIRE INSTRUCTOR and OHS FACILITATOR
EM Care Training Academy
01.2022 - 12.2022
High Angle Rope Rescue I & II - undefined
Rural Metro Fire and Rescue Training Academy
01.2022 - 05.2022
Fire Service Instructor I - undefined
Goldfields Emergency Fire Service Training Academy
01.2022 - 05.2022
Management Course - undefined
Iscariota Learning and Training Academy
01.2022 - 05.2022
Supervising Fire Officer I - undefined
Impact Fire, Rescue & EMS College
01.2022 - 05.2022
Fire Fighter I - Hazmat Awareness Level
Goldfields Emergency Fire Service Training Academy
01.2021 - 05.2021
Fire Fighter II - Hazmat Operations Level
Goldfields Emergency Fire Service Training Academy
01.2021 - 05.2021
STATION OFFICER (SO)
Okhahlamba Fire and Emergency Services
01.2020 - 12.2020
LEADING FIREFIGHTER
Okhahlamba Fire and Emergency Service
01.2017 - 12.2019
CONTROL ROOM SUPERVISOR (CALL TAKER/DISPATCHER)
Okhahlamba Fire and Emergency Service
01.2015 - 12.2017
Grade 12 - undefined
Tatazela Secondary High School
Safety Officer (SAMTRAC) - undefined
EM Care Training Academy