Course objective
Training of seafarers designated to control fire-fighting operations, according to minimum requirements of standard А-VI/3 of STCW Code.
Control fire-fighting operations aboard ships
- Fire-fighting procedures at sea and in port, with particular emphasis on organization, tactics and command
- Use of water for fire-extinguishing, the effect on ship stability, precautions and corrective procedures
- Communication and co-ordination during fire-fighting operations
- Ventilation control, including smoke extraction
- Control of fuel and electrical systems
- Fire-fighting process hazards (dry distillation, chemical reactions, boiler uptake fires, etc.)
- Fire fighting involving dangerous goods
- Fire precautions and hazards associated with the storage and handling of materials (paints, etc.)
- Management and control of injured persons
- Procedures for coordination with shore-based fire fighters
Organization and training of fire parties
- Preparation of contingency plans
- Composition and allocation of personnel to fire parties
- Strategies and tactics for control of fires in various parts of the ship
Inspection and service of fire-detection and fire-extinguishing systems and equipment
- Fire-detection systems; fixed fire-extinguishing systems; portable and mobile fire-extinguishing equipment, including appliances, pumps and rescue, salvage, life-support, personal protective and communication equipment
- Requirements for statutory and classification surveys
Investigation and compilation the reports on incidents involving fire
- Assessment of cause of incidents involving fire