Location

Institute of Maritime Safety

Objectives

• This course aims to provide the training for candidates in fire prevention and fighting in accordance with Section A-VI/1 of the STCW Code

Outcomes

This course covers the requirements of the 1995 STCW Convention Chapter VI , Section A-VI/1, paragraph 2 and table A-VI/1-2. On meeting the minimum standard of competence in fire prevention and fire fighting, a trainee will be competent to take appropriate measures for the safety to personnel and of the ship and to use fire appliance correctly. The trainee will also have a knowledge of fire prevention

Course Contents

 Minimize the risk of fire- Maintain a state of readiness to respond to emergency situations involving fires. Fight and extinguish fires. Portable fire extinguishers. Fixed fire installations. Fire man’s out fit.