Standard
DMA
Frequency
On demand
Duration
2 Days
Language(s)
English / Myanmar
Prerequisites
The course is open to all seafarers who have completed basic training in fire prevention. All trainees must be certified by a doctor to be in good health.
Validity
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Course Overview
The course aims to provide the training in advanced firefighting in accordance with section A-VI/3 of the STCW code:
- 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 fire fighters
- Understand firefighting process hazards
- Understand firefighting 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 control of 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