This online course covers the required material for mariners needing an Advanced Firefighting course to qualify for an officer’s license or certification and covers the theoretical and practical requirements set forth in STCW Regulation A/VI/3.
| Duration: | 4 Days |
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| Entry Requirements: | A previous certificate in fire prevention and fire fighting |
| Additional Requirements: | The learner should be physically fit and not suffer from any medical conditions. (This course can be strenuous.) A fresh set of clothes. |
| Accreditation: | STCW 78 as amended in 2010 with the Manila amendments. The learner is responsible for retraining every 5 years. |
Learning Objectives
The Student should have the following knowledge and practical skills at the end of the course:
- Use firefighting organization, tactics and command procedures at sea and in port
- Use water for fire extinguishing and under the effects on stability
- Communication and coordination during firefighting operations
- Utilize ventilation controls to limit spread of fire and limit or extract smoke
- Utilize fuel and electrical system controls to limit spread of fire and reduce hazards to firefighters.
- Understand fire fighting process hazards
- Understand fire fighting involving dangerous goods
- Fire precautions and hazards for storing and handling materials
- Manage and control of injured persons involving fire-related injuries & illnesses
- Procedures for coordination with shore-based fire fighters
- Preparation of contingency plans and composition and allocation of fire parties
- Strategies and tactics for controlling fires in various parts of the ship
- Inspecting and servicing fire detection systems
- Requirements for statutory and classification surveys and assessment of causes of incidents involving fire
Course Content
Module 1: Firefighting Organization, Tactics, and Command Procedures