Government of Goa, Directorate of Fire and Emergency Services, Group 'C' and 'D' Non-Ministerial, Non-Gazetted posts, Recruitment Rules, 1996

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In exercise of the powers conferred by the proviso to Article 309 of the Constitution and in supersession of the existing recruitment rules for the relevant posts, the Governor of Goa hereby makes the following rules to regulate the recruitment to the Group 'C' and 'D' Non-Ministerial, Non-Gazetted posts in the Directorate of Fire and Emergency Services, Government of Goa, namely:-

  1. Short title, application and commencement.- These rules may be called the Government of Goa, Directorate of Fire and Emergency Services, Group 'C' and 'D' Non-Ministerial, Non-Gazetted posts, Recruitment Rules, 1996.

(2) They shall apply to the posts specified in column 1 of the Schedule to these rules (hereinafter called as the "said Schedule").

(3) They shall come into force from the date of their publication in the Official Gazette.

  1. Number, classification and scales of pay.- The number of posts, classification of the said posts and the scales of pay attached thereto shall be as specified in columns 2 to 4 of the said Schedule:

Provided that the Government may vary the number of posts in column 2 of the said Schedule from time to time subject to exigencies of work.

  1. Method of recruitment, age limit and other qualifications.- The method of recruitment to the said posts, age limit, qualifications and other matters connected therewith shall be as specified in columns 5 to 13 of the said Schedule.
  2. Disqualification.- No person who has entered into or contracted a marriage with a person having a spouse living or, who, having a spouse living, has entered into or contracted a marriage with any person, shall not be eligible for appointment to the service:

Provided that the Government may, if satisfied that such marriage is permissible under the personal law applicable to such person and the other party to the marriage and that there are other grounds for so doing, exempt any person from the operation of this rule.

  1. Power to relax.- Where the Government is of the opinion that it is necessary or expedient so to do, it may, by order, for reasons to be recorded in writing, relax any of the provisions of these rules with respect to any class or category of persons.
  2. Saving.- Nothing in these rules shall affect reservation, relaxation of age limit and other concessions required to be provided for Scheduled Castes, and other special categories of persons in accordance with the orders issued by the Government from time to time in that regard.

Schedule

Name/ Designation of post Number of posts Classification Scale of pay Whether selection post or non-selection post Age limit for direct recruits Whether the benefit of added years of service is admissible under Rule 30 of CCS (Pension) Rules, 1972
1 2 3 4 5 6 6(a)
1. Station Officer. 1 (1996) Subject to variation dependent on workload. (11) Group 'C' (Non-Ministerial, Non-Gazetted). Rs. 1400-40-1800-EB-50-2300 (Pre-revised) Rs. 4500-125-7000 (Revised) Selection. Not exceeding 35 years (Relaxable for Government servants by 5 years in accordance with the orders or instructions issued by the Government). No
2. Subject Officer/ Assistant Station Fire Officer 6 (1996) Subject to variation dependent on workload. (18) 2000 Group 'C' (Non-Ministerial, Non-Gazetted). Rs. 1320-30-1560-EB-40-2040 (Pre-revised) Rs. 4000-100-6000- (Revised) Selection. Not exceeding 35 years (Relaxable for Government servants by 5 years in accordance with the orders or instructions issued by the Government). No
3. Leading Fireman 12 (1996) Subject to variation dependent on work-load. Group 'C' (Non-Ministerial, Non-Gazetted). Rs. 975-25-1150-EB-30-1660 (Prerevised) Rs. 3200-85-4900- (Revised) Selection. Not applicable No
4. Watch Room Operator 17 (1996) Subject to variation dependent on workload. Group 'C' (Non-Ministerial, Non-Gazetted). Rs. 950-20-1150-EB-25-1400 (Prerevised) Rs. 3050-75-3950-80-4590 (Revised) Selection. Not exceeding 35 years (Relaxable for Government servants upto 5 years in accordance with the instructions or orders issued by the Government). No
5. Fireman 130 (1996) Subject to variation dependent on workload. Group 'D' (Non-Ministerial, Non-Gazetted). Rs. 950-20-1150-EB-25-1400 (Prerevised) 3050-4590 (Revised).

Note: The Present Fireman possessing qualification less than S.S.C. shall continue to draw pay in the scale of Rs. 825-15-EB-20-1200 (Pre-revised) 2750-4400 (revised).

Not exceeding 35 years (Relaxable for Government servants by 5 years in accordance with the orders or instructions issued by the Government). No
6. Driver Operator 12 (1996) Subject to variation dependent on workload. Group 'C' (Non-Ministerial, Non-Gazetted). Rs. 975-25-1150-EB-30-1660 (Pre-revised) 3200-85-4900 (Revised) Selection. Not exceeding 35 years (Relaxable for Government servants upto 5 years in accordance with the instructions or orders issued by the Government). No

 

Educational and other qualifications required for direct recruits Whether age & educational qualifications prescribed for the direct recruits will apply in the case of promotees Period of probation, Method of recruitment, whether by direct recruitment or by promotions or by deputation/transfer/contract and percentage of the vacancies to be filled by various methods In case of recruitment by promotion/ deputation/ transfer, grades from which promotion/ deputation/ transfer is to be made If a D. P. C. exists, what is its composition Circumstances in which Goa Public Service Commission is to be consulted in making recruitment
7 8 9 10 11 12 13
Essential:

(1) Must possess at least the following minimum physical standards:

(a) Height without boots or shoes-165 cms.

(b) Chest (Normal)-79 cms.

(c) Chest (Expanded)- 84 cms.

(d) Chest (Expansion)- 5 cms.

(e) Ability to run a distance of 100 metres with a load of approximately 50 kgs. in a minute or 100 metres run in 12 to 13 seconds and capable of climbing a rope or a vertical pipe to a height of 3 metres to 6 metres from the ground.

(2) Must be certified to possess the visual standards specified below without glasses:

(i) Distant Right Left vision eye eye 6/6 6/6 6/6 (Snellen)

(ii) Near 0.5 0.5 vision (Snellen) Each eye must have a full field vision.

(iii) Colour blindness, squint or any morbid condition of the eyelids shall be deemed to be a disqualification.

Educational qualifications:

(3) Degree of a recognised University or

(4) Should have undergone and passed both Sub- Officers and Station Officer's course.

(5) Knowledge of Konkani.

Note:- Candidates will be required to pass the departmental examination on completion of initial training of six months during the period of probation. In the event of the candidate's failure to pass the departmental examination/test, his services are liable to be terminated. Desirable: Degree in Science of a recognised University or equivalent

Age: No

Educational qualifications:To the extent as indicated in Column No. 11.

2 years By promotion, failing which by direct recruitment. Promotion:

Sub-Officer with 5 years regular service in the grade. He should possess the Sub-Officers Course Certificate failing which pass the Station Fire Officers departmental test for Station Fire Officer.

Group 'C' D.P.C. N.A.
Essential:

(1) Must possess at least the following minimum physical standards:

(a) Height without boots or shoes- 165 cms.

(b) Chest (Normal)- 79 cms.

(c) Chest (Expanded)- 84 cms.

(d) Chest (Expansion)- 5 cms.

(e) Ability to run a distance of 100 metres with a load of approximately 50 kgs. In a minute or 100 metres run in 12 to 13 seconds and capable of climbing a rope or a vertical pipe to a height of 3 metres to 6 metres from the ground.

(2) Must be certified to possess the visual standards specified below without glasses:

(i) Distant Right Left vision eye eye 6/6 6/6 6/6 (Snellen)

(ii) Near 0.5 0.5 vision (Snellen) Each eye must have a full field vision.

(iii) Colour blindness, squint or any morbid condition of the eye or lids of either eye shall be deemed to be a disqualification.

Educational qualifications:

(3) Std. XII or equivalent qualification preferably in Science or Engineering subjects from a recognized institution.

(4) Knowledge of Konkani.

Note:- (i) Candidates will be required to pass the departmental examination on completion of initial training of six months and Sub-Officer's course from the National Fire Service College, Nagpur, during the period of probation. However, preference will be given to those candidates who have undergone and successfully completed the Sub-Officer's Course at the National Fire Service College, Nagpur.

(ii) Those who have completed and passed the Sub-officers Course shall have to only attend and pass the departmental physical efficiency test and will be exempted from 6 months training. He should be able to read Konkani/ /Marathi.

(iii) In the event of a candidate's failure to pass the departmental test during the period of probation, his service is liable for termination.

Desirable:

Degree of a recognised University or equivalent.

Age: No

Qls.: To the extent as indicated in Column No. 11.

2 years By promotion, failing which by transfer on deputation failing both by direct recruitment. Promotion:

Leading Fireman with 5 years regular service in the grade and possessing the S.S.C. qualification and have successfully passed the departmental test.

Transfer on deputation:

Officers of the Police Department in the State of Goa holding analogous posts on regular basis and possessing the educational qualifications prescribed for direct recruits in column (7).

Group 'C' D.P.C. N.A.
Not applicable N.A. 2 years By promotion or transfer Promotion:

Fireman/ Watch-room Operator/ Driver Operator with 3 years regular service in the grade. They should pass the departmental test/examination before promotion.

Group 'C' D.P.C. N.A.
Essential:

(1) Must possess at least the following minimum physical standards:

(a) Height without boots or shoes- 165 cms.

(b) Chest (Normal)- 79 cms.

(c) Chest (Expanded)- 84 cms.

(d) Chest (Expansion)- 5 cms.

(e) Ability to run a distance of 100 yards with a load of 50 kgs. in a minute or 100 metres run in 12 to 13 seconds and also capable of climbing a rope or a vertical pipe to a height of 8' to 10' from the ground.

(2) Must be certified to possess the visual standards specified below without glasses:

(i) Distant Right Left vision eye eye 6/6 6/6 6/6 (Snellen)

(ii) Near 0.5 0.5 vision (Snellen)

(iii) Colour blindness, squint or any morbid condition of the eye or lids of either eye shall be deemed to be a disqualification.

(3) Educational qualifications:

(i) S.S.C. or equivalent qualification.

(ii) I. T. I. (Wireless) Certificate recognized by the Board.

(iii) Knowledge of Konkani.

Note:- (i) Will be required to pass the departmental examination on completion of the initial training of six months during the probationary period. In case of failure, one more chance will be given after two months. The services of the candidate failing to pass the Departmental Examination on 2nd attempt are liable for termination.

(ii) During the training period, if a candidate is found absent for more than 21 days, the competent authority may or may not allow him to continue the aforesaid training and he may be directed to attent the next training course and the proportionate cost of the said training attended shall be recovered from him in instalments.

Age: N. A.

Qualification:N. A.

2 years Direct recruitment. Not applicable Group 'C' D.P.C. N. A.
Essential:

(1) Must possess at least the following minimum physical standards:

(a) Height without boots or shoes- 165 cms.

(b) Chest (Normal)- 79 cms.

(c) Chest (Expanded)- 84 cms.

(d) Chest (Expansion)- 5 cms.

(e) Ability to run a distance of 100 metres with a load of approximately 50 kgs. in a minute or 100 metres run in 12 to 13 seconds and capable of climbing a rope or a vertical pipe to a height of 3 metres to 4 metres from the ground.

(2) Must be certified to possess the visual standards specified below without glasses:

(i) Distant Right Left vision eye eye 6/6 6/6 6/6 (Snellen)

(ii) Near 0.5 0.5 vision (Snellen)

(iii) Colour blindness, squint or any morbid condition of the eye or eye lids of either eye shall be deemed to be a disqualification.

(3) S.S.C. or equivalent qualification.

(4) Knowledge of Konkani.

Note:- (i) will be required to pass the departmental examination on completion of the initial training of six months during the probationary period. In case of failure, one more chance will be given after two months. The services of the Candidate failing to pass the Departmental Examination on 2nd attempt are liable for termination.

(ii) During the training period, if a candidate is found absent for more than 21 days, the competent authority may or may not allow him to continue the aforesaid training and that he may be directed to attent the next training course and the proportionate cost of the said training attended shall be recoverable from him in instalments.

N. A. 2 years Direct recruitment. Not applicable N. A. N. A.
Essential:

(1) Must possess at least the following minimum physical standards:

(a) Height without boots or shoes- 165 cms.

(b) Chest (Normal)- 79 cms.

(c) Chest (Expanded)- 84 cms.

(d) Chest (Expansion)- 5 cms.

(e) Ability to run a distance of 100 metres with a load of approximately 50 kgs. in one minute or 100 metres run in 12 to 13 seconds and capable of climbing a rope or a vertical pipe to a height of 3 metres to 6 metres from the ground.

(2) Must be certified to possess the visual standards specified below without glasses:

(i) Distant Right Left Vision eye eye 6/6 6/6 6/6 (Snellen)

(ii) Near 0.5 0.5 vision (Snellen)

(iii) Colour blindness, squint or any morbid condition of the eyes or the eye lids shall be deemed to be a disqualification.

(3) S.S.C. or equivalent qualification.

(4) Driving licence for heavy vehicles.

(5) Unblemished experience of at least two years in the line.

(6) Knowledge of Konkani.

Note:- (i) Will be required to pass the departmental examination on completion of the initial training of six months during the period of probation. In case of failure, one more chance will be given after two months. The services of the Candidate failing to pass the Departmental Examination shall be terminated forthwith.

(ii) During the training period, if a candidate is found absent for more than 21 (twenty-one) days, the competent authority may or may not allow him to continue the aforesaid training and that he may be directed to attend the next training Course and the proportionate cost of the said training attended shall be recovered from him in instalments.

Age: No

Qls: To the extent as indicated in Column 11.

2 years By promotion failing which by direct recruitment. Promotion:

Fireman with 2 years regular service in the grade and possessing a driving licence for heavy vehicles.

Group 'C' D.P.C. N. A.

Appendix - VI

List of places and trades for which no objection certificate from the Fire Service is necessary

Serial number and purpose for which licence, permission or registration is required Remarks
1 2
(1) Large hotels, Restaurants, Bakeries and eating houses where the rental value of the building exceeds. Rs. 1,500/- ...
(2) Fish oil-machine power ...
(3) Other oil-machine power ...
(4) Boiling camphor or oil by machine power ...
(5) Manufacture of ice ...
(6) Storing, packing, pressing, cleansing, preparing or manufacturing by any process whatever ...
(7) Ammunition ...
(8) Chlorate mixture ...
(9) Explosive (Storing) ...
(10) Fulminate of mercury ...
(11) Gun cotton ...
(12) Gun powder ...
(13) Nitro-compound ...
(14) Nitro-glycerine ...
(15) Nitro-mixture ...
(16) Fire-works preparing or manufacturing or storing ...
(17) Manufacture of crackers ...
(18) Camphor ...
(19) Saltpetre ...
(20) Sulphur (including melting) ...
(21) Fire works ...
(22) Matches ...
(23) Flax ...
(24) Hemp ...
(25) Jute ...
(26) Skins ...
(27) Gas ...
(28) Chemical preparations carbolic acid, Hydrochloric acid, Nitric acid, pyritic acid, Sulphuric acid, caustic potash, caustic soda, chemical fertilizers, Benzol, Bromoform, Chloroform, Iodoform, Glycerine, Acetone, Nitro, Nitro, Perchloride or Mercury, Chloride or potash, etc., etc. ...
(29) Cigars and Cigarettes ...
(30) Beedies ...
(31) Manufacturing articles from which offensive or unwholesome smell, fumes, dust or noise arise (Kumkums) ...
(32) Carpentry and cabinet making ...
(33) Printing, composing, binding, etc. Where Lino type or other allied machines are used such as mono-type, wherein the process of melting and casting is involved or using above 10 horse power of motor.
(34) Storing, dumping, curing, cleansing, etc. Where licence fee is levied Rs. 200/- and above for storage of cycle tyres and tubes above 500.
(35) Steam engines and Boilers to construct or establish any factory workshop or work place in which it is proposed to employ steam power, water power or other mechanical power or electric power ...
(36) Using for any industrial purpose fuel or machine power Exceeding 20 horse power.
(37) Baling presses For each baling press worked by machine power.
(38) Cinema studio ...
(39) Combustible material storage For storing celluloid, celluloid goods and other combustibles.
(40) Cinematographic films-Storing, transporting, handling, examining, repairing and exhibiting ...
(41) Storing ordinary Camera Roll Films and X-Ray films ...
(42) Petroleum products-Storing, packing, pressing, cleansing, preparing or manufacturing by any process whatsoever non-dangerous petroleum (between 76°F and 150°F) When the quantity to be stored exceeds 1000 lbs. or 2200 kgs.
(43) (I) Non-dangerous Petroleum ...
(a) Kerosene oil ...
(b) Mineral Turpentine ...
(c) Powerline (Power kero) ...
(d) Furnace oil ...
(e) Vapourising oil ...
(f) Aviation turbine fuel 650 ...
(g) Mobile power oil, etc. ...
(II) Heavy Petroleum ...
(a) High speed diesel oil (H.S.B.) ...
(b) Light diesel oil (L.D.O.) ...
(c) Furnace oil ...
(d) Tea drier oil ...
(e) Grease, etc. ...
(III) Heavy oil (A) ...
(a) Lubricating oils ...
(b) Vaseline ...
(c) Petroleum Jellies ...
(d) White oils ...
(e) Grease, etc.
(44) Dyes (Vegetable or chemical)- Storing, selling, keeping, etc.
(45) Paper (Printing, writing, including news print paper, card boards, etc.) storing, selling in retail or wholesale For each place 250 lbs for and 550 kgs. and above
(46) Silk (Rayon, Nylon, etc.) manufactured by any process whatever ...
(47) Silk (Rayon, Nylon, etc., Waste or soiled)-storing, selling in retail or wholesale ...
(48) Cloth (textiles, cotton, garments, dress, apparels, etc.) storing, selling in retail or wholesale, manufacturing by any process whatsoever By powerlooms
(49) Rubber (goods such as sheet, cloth, toys, shoes, etc.) manufacturing by any process whatsoever By machine power
(50) Studio-Cinemas, etc.; Cinema Houses, equipped with reproducing of sound with amplifiers, by projectors where public are admitted for amusement, entertainment, etc. ...
(51) Fertilizers (Chemical preparation of any kind)-Manufacturing, packing, mixing, pressing, selling or storing in retail or wholesale ...
(52) Paints (including distemper, varnish, spirit, linseed oils, polishes, etc.) Manufacturing, mixing, packing, pressing, cleansing by any process whatsoever ...
(53) Paints (including distemper, varnish, spirit, linseed oils, polishes, etc.) storing, selling in retail or wholesale ...
(54) Metals-melting, lead, beating, breaking, hammering, casting, etc. metals Not applicable for beating Gold
(55) Automobile shops-repairing, building, assembling-By power cleansing, etc. automobiles ...

[Appendix-VII]

Rates to be charged for services of all types beyond the limits of jurisdiction

Sr. No. Description Charges Operator
(1) Copying charges of Fire Reports Rs. 25/- (Below Rupees five lakhs) Rs. 100/- (Rupees five lakhs and above).
(2) Pumping job Fees for pumping job by appliances shall be Rs. 200/- per hour or part thereof and distance covered from station and back @ Rs. 5/- per km.
(3) Hiring fire equipment/appliances Rs. 500/- per hour or part thereof and Rs. 15/- per km., for distance covered from station and back
(4) Hiring turn table ladder/hudraulic platform Rs. 1500/- per hour or part thereof and distance, covered from Station and back @ Rs. 15/- per km.
(5) Stand-by charges for appliances Rs. 1000/- per day or part thereof and distance covered from station and back @ Rs. 25/- per km.
(6) Attending calls outside the State. (a) Rs. 1000/- per call per appliance and Rs. 50/- per km. or part thereof.

(b) Pumping fees of Rs. 500/- per hour or part thereof.

(7) Charges for imparting training in Elementary Fire Fight (a) Rs. 287/- per trainee per month for Government sponsored candidates.
(8) No Objection Certificate Rs. 100/- per NOC per year.
Charges for-
(a) Restaurants, Bakeries, Eating houses, where the seating capacity does not exceed 50 persons
(b) Fire works less than 50 pounds, Saw Mills, Non-dangerous Petroleum less than 5000 kgs. And LPG/ING less than 100 kgs. Rs. 100/- per occupancy.
(c) (i) Buildings over 14.2 metres in height Rs. 5/- per square metre built up area of the occupancy.
(ii) Factories & Establishments where electric meter capacity exceed 5HP and above
(iii) Shipyard and workshops
(iv) Tank Farms or Petroleum products/P.O.L. dispensing outlets
(v) Flammable Gas Godown/LPG Gas Godown
(vi) Godowns and warehouses
(vii) Public places like Exhibition halls, Entertainment places, dancing halls, Theatres, Assembly halls, Sea port, Airport, Railway Stations, Bus Stations, Stadia, etc.
(viii) Educational and Institutional Places.
(ix) Hotels, Restaurants, where seating/lodging capacity exceeds 50 persons.
(x) Storage places of hazardous and flammable goods.

The following posts are existing in the Goa State Fire Force.

Class of Category Designation of the post No. of posts
(1) (2) (3) (4)
II IV Firemen 161
II III Watch Room Operator 17
II II Driver Operator 54
II I Leading Fireman 38
I II Assistant Station Fire Officer/Sub-Officer 18
I I Station Fire Officer 11
Assistant Divisional Officer 1
Divisional Officer 1
Director of Fire and Emergency Services 1