Fire fighting (A-VI/1-2) (1 cr)

Objective

Knowledge and understanding of and proficiency in:
- minimizing the risk of fire and maintaining a state of readiness to respond to emergency situations involving fire
- fighting and extinguishing fires

Content

- elements of fire and explosion, the fire triangle
- organization of shipboard fire-fighting
- location of fire-fighting appliances and emergency routes
- types and sources of ignition
- flammable materials, fire hazards and spread of fire
- need for constant vigilance
- actions to be taken on board ship
- fire and smoke detection and automatic alarm systems
- classification of fires and applicable extinguishing agents
The course includes a two-day basic fire-fighting practical exercise at a certified fire training centre.

Course material

Material during the course; Learn.

Study forms and methods

Scheduled track:
You will attend teaching and guidance sessions as specified in the schedule. Includes practical training at Upinniemi.

Independent track:
N/A

Blended track:
N/A

RDI and work-related cooperation

N/A

Timing of exams and assignments

Exams and other tasks to be assessed are agreed upon at the start.

Student workload

The tasks for the course are to be completed during the intensive session or immediately after it. 1 credit corresponds to approximately 27 hours of student work.

Further information

Fire fighting theories at campus: basics and fixed installations. Practical exercises at approved fire training unit.

Evaluation scale

Approved/Failed

Assessment methods and criteria

100% attendance in instruction and exercises. Approved performance.

Further information

Participation in all lessons and training sessions is obligatory. In addition, an approved completion of fire prevention and fire fighting course (STCW A-VI/1-2) is required.