Advanced Fire Fighting Refresher (including Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting – Refresher)

Description

Learning Objectives: The SAMSA matrix prescribes that the learner should have the following knowledge and practical skills at the end of the course:

• Use fire fighting 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 fire fighting 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 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 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

Duration: 2 Days

Entry Requirements: Valid Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting Certificate required.

Additional Requirements: The learner should be physically fit and not suffer from any medical conditions. (This course can be strenuous).

Accreditation: Accreditation through SAMSA. STCW 78 as amended in 2010 with the Manila amendments. Certificate should be renewed every 5 years.

STCW Code: STCW A-VI/3 & Section A-VI/1-2