Course Framework: STCW Advanced Fire Fighting.

• Aims

The course aims to provide the training in advanced fire fighting in accordance with Section A-VI/3 of the STCW Code. The emphasis of the training is in organisation, tactics and command.

• Objective

This syllabus covers the requirements of the 1995 STCW Convention Chapter VI, Section A-VI/3, and Table A-VI/3. On meeting the minimum standard of competence in Advanced firefighting, a trainee will be competent to take command, organise and train fire parties and control fire-fighting operations. The seafarer will have acquired a 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 on incidents involving fire.

• Entry Standards

The course is open to seafarers who have completed basic training in fire prevention. All trainees must be certified by a doctor to be in good health.

• Course Certificate
• On successful completion of the course and demonstration of competence, a document may be issued certifying that the holder has met the standard of competence specified in Table A-VI/3 of the STCW Code 1995