Objective:

On completion of this course a trainee will be competent to take command, organize and train fire parties and control firefighting operations. The trainee will have the knowledge of fire prevention and an ability to inspect and service fire detection and extinguishing systems and equipment. He will also be able to investigate and report incidents involving fire.

Contents:

• Firefighting procedures at sea and in port
• Use of water for fire extinguishing
• Communication and coordination during firefighting operations
• Ventilation control and smoke extraction
• Control of fuel and electrical systems
• Firefighting process hazards
• Firefighting involving dangerous goods
• Fire precautions and hazards associated with the storage and handling of materials
• 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 fire detection and fire extinguishing systems and equipment
• Requirements for statutory and classification surveys
• Assessment of cause of incidents involving fire