Study Guide

Objective

Knowledge and understanding of and proficiency in:
- controlling fire-fighting operations aboard ships
- organizing and training of fire fighting parties
- inspecting and servicing fire-detection and fire-extinguishing systems and equipment
- investigating and compiling reports on incidents involving fire

Content

- fire-fighting procedures at sea and in port, emphasis on organization, tactics and command
- use of water in fire-extinguishing, the effect on ship stability, precautions and corrective procedures
- communication and coordination during fire-fighting operations
- ventilation control, including smoke extraction
- control of fuel and electrical systems
- hazards in fire-fighting processes (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.)
- evacuation and management of injured persons
- procedures for coordination with shore-based fire fighters
- preparation of contingency plans
- composition of plans, lists and diagrams and allocation of personnel to fire parties
- strategies and tactics for controlling fires in various parts of the ship
- 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
- assessment of the cause of a fire

The course includes a three-day advanced fire-fighting practical exercise at a certified fire training centre.

Evaluation scale

Approved/Failed

Qualifications

Fire fighting (A-VI/1-2)

Further information

Participation in all lessons and training sessions is obligatory.