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13. Advanced Firefighting

Course Framework
1. 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 organization, tactics and command

2. Objective
Objectives
ectives
This syllabus covers the requirements of the STCW Convention Chapter VI, Section A-VI/3, table A-VI/1-
3. On meeting the minimum standard of competence in advanced fire fighting, a trainee will be competent to
take command, organize and train fire parties and control fire-fighting operations. .

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

4. 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 STCW 1995.
A certificate may be issued only by centres approved by the administration.

5. Course intake limitations

The maximum number of trainees attending each session will depend on the availability of instructors,
equipment and facilities availabblity of instructors, equipment and facilities available for conductiong the
training. any practical training acound be undertaken in small groups of not more than six trainees per
instructor.

5. Staff requirements
The instructor shall have appropriate training in instructional techniques and training methods STCW Code
A-I/7 par.7. in addition, all training and instruction should be given by qualified personnel; the senior
instructor, having considerable experience in fire safety and fire-fighting techniques, should have a good
knowledge of ships, including stability considerations. All assistant instructors should have practical
knowledge of fire fighting and should be familiar with ships.

7. Training facilities and equipment

Ordinary classroom facilities and an overhead projector are sufficient for the theoretical part og the course.
when making use of audiovisual material such as videos or slides, make sure the appropriate equipment is
available. in addition, a demonstration table measuring 3 m X 1m would be advantageous. separate rooms,
equipped with a table and chairs, will also be needed to accommodate three or four groups of trainess during
case studies and other group assignments.
for the practical part of the course it would be advantageous if the training facilities of a local or port fire
brigade could be used. alternatively, the following structure and equipment are required:
- building for smoke and fire drills, or a similar facility (see figure A on page 7)
- facilities for recharging compressed – air bottles, with spare parts for maintenance
- room with work bench area for inspection and maintenance of breathing apparatus
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- 2 steel fire trays (approximately 1 m x 1 m x 0.3 m)

- 2 three-sided brick fire trays
- 2 fire hydrants with 2 outlets each, or a similar water supply from open water and a fire pump
- a lage supply of carbonaceous and hydrocardon fuels (wood, diesel and lubricaring oils, etc.) for the fire
trays
- 6 dummies, for search and rescue procedures
- 6 fire hoses (65 mm diameter)
- 3 fire hoses (38 mm diameter)
- 3 branch pipes
- 6 fire nozzles (2 standard, 2 diffuser and 2 jet spray)
- 2 mechanical foam branches
- 1 generator of high-expansion foam and foam compound
- 2 stand pipes, with keys and bars to operate the hydrant supply
- 6 water extinguishers (9 litre)
- 6 foam extinguishers (9 litre)
- 6 carbon dioxide extinguishers (5 kilogram)
- 10 dry powder extinguishers (10 kilogram)
- refills for all types of extinguishers
- 30 sets of protective clothing, overalls, gloves, fire-boots, helmets and rainproof clothing
- 25 sets of self-contained breathing apparatus, complete with spare cylinders, spare parts and
maintenance tools
- 25 distress signal units (DSUs) for attachment to breathing apparatus sets
- smoke generator
- smoke gelmets with air pump
- a shower at the site
- 1 steretcher
- 1 first-aid kit
- 1 resuscitation kit with oxygen/suction unit
- 2 sets of fire-protective clothing
- 2 helmets with visor and neck protection
- 2 fire axes
- 2 safety lines (36 metres long) with snaphooks
- Examples of different types of detectors used on board ships
The building for smoke and fire drills can easily be constructed from two steel containers, one on top of the
other, arranged as shown in figure A. each container should measure approximately 7 m x 3 m x 2 m. the
different rooms should be designed as follows:
- a cabin
- a coeeidor/open room
- an electruc switchboard room
- an engine-room with a gtating floor
Every room in the building must be readily accessible from the outside as a safety precauting. In addition,
there should be access between rooms (1) and (2) by a manhole, between (2) and (4) by a manhole and vertical
ladder, and detween (3) and (4) by a door.
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Advanced firefighting
firefighting
Course Outline
Competence 1: Control fire-
fire-fighting operations aboard ship

Course Outline Approximate Time (Hours)

Knowledge, understanding and proficiency Lectures, demonstrations
demonstrations and practical work
1.1 Introduction, safety and principles 0.5
1.2 Areas of fire hazard 0.75
1.3 Fire precautions 0.75
1.4 Dry distillation 0.5
1.5 Chemical reactions 0.5
1.6 Boiler uptake fires and exhaust fires in prime movers and auxiliary
0.5
exhausts
1.7 Fires in water-tube boilers 0.5
1.8 Tactics and procedure of fire control while ship is at sea 0.5
1.9 Tactics and procedure of fire control while ship is in port 0.5
1.10 Tactics and procedure of fire control while ship is carrying
0.5
dangerous goods
1.11 Tactics and procedure of fire control for oil, chemical and gas
0.5
tankers
1.12 Use of water for fire extinguishing, the effect on stability,
0.25
precautions and corrective procedures
1.13 Communication and co-ordination during fire-fighting operation 0.25
1.14 Ventilation control including smoke extractor 0.25
1.15 Control of fuel and electrical systems 0.25
1.16 Fire precautions and hazards associated with the storage and
handling of materials (paints etc)
1.17 management and control of injured persons 1.5
1.18 Procedures for co-ordination with shore-based fire fighters 0.25
Sub-
Sub-Total 9.0

Competence 2: Organize and train fire parties

Course Outline Approximate Time (Hours)

Knowledge, understanding
understanding and proficiency Lectures, demonstrations and practical work
2.1 Preparation of contingency plans 0.25
2.2 Composition and allocation of personnel to fire parties 0.75
2.3 Training of seafarers in fire-fighting 3.5
2.4 Fire control plans 0.25
2.5 Organization of fire and abandon ship drills 0.75
2.6 Strategies and tactics for control of fires various parts of the ship 0.5
Sub-
Sub-Total 6,0
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Competence 3: Inspect and service fire detection and extinguishing systems and equipment

Course Outline
Outline Approximate Time (Hours)
Knowledge, understanding and proficiency Lectures, demonstrations and practical work
3.1 Fire alarms 0.25
3.2 Fire detection equipment 1.0
3.3 Fixed fire-extinguishing equipment 1.75
3.5 Portable and mobile fire extinguishing
1.0
equipment including appliances
3.6 Firefighters outfits and other personal protective equipment 1.5
3.7 Rescue and life support equipment 1.25
3.8 Salvage equipment 0.5
3.9 Communication equipment 0.75
3.10 Requirements for statutory and classification surveys 1.0
Sub-
Sub-Total 10.0

Competence 4: Investigate and compile reports on incidents involving fire

Course Outline Approximate Time (Hours)

Knowledge, understanding and proficiency Lectures, demonstrations and practical work
4.1 Fire investigation and reporting 2.0
4.2 Trainees experience of fires on ships 1.0
4.3 Documented reports of fires on ships lessons learned 1.0
Sub-
Sub-Total 4.0

TOTAL 29.0
Review and Assessment
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Detailed Teaching Syllabus

Advanced Firefighting

Learning objectives
objectives
Competence 1: Control Fire--fighting Operations aboard Ship (9 hours)
Fire-fighting procedures at sea and in port with particular emphasis on organization, tactics and command
Use of water for fire-extinguishing, the effect on ship stability, precautions and corrective procedures
Communication and co-ordination during fire-fighting operations
Ventilation control, including smoke extractor
Control of fuel and electrical systems
Fire-fighting process hazards (dry distillation, chemical reactions, boiler uptake fires, etc.)
Fire fighting involving dangerous goods
Fire precautions and hazards associated with the storage and handling of materials (paints, etc.)
Management and control of injured persons
Procedures for co-ordination with shore-based fire fighters

Objectives are:
1 Actions taken to control fires are based on a full and accurate assessment of the incident, using all available
sources of information
2 The order of priority, timing and sequence of actions are appropriate to the overall requirements of the incident
and to minimize damage and potential damage to the ship, injuries to personnel and impairment of the operational
effectiveness of the ship
3 Transmission of information is prompt, accurate, complete and clear
4 Personal safety during fire control activities is safeguarded at all times

Competence 1: Control Fire--fighting Operations aboard Ship (9 hours)

Fire-fighting procedures at sea and in port with particular emphasis on organization, tactics and command
Use of water for fire-extinguishing, the effect on ship stability, precautions and corrective procedures
Communication and co-ordination during fire-fighting operations
Ventilation control, including smoke extractor
Control of fuel and electrical systems
Fire-fighting process hazards (dry distillation, chemical reactions, boiler uptake fires, etc.)
Fire fighting involving dangerous goods
Fire precautions and hazards associated with the storage and handling of materials (paints, etc.)
Management and control of injured persons
Procedures for co-ordination with shore-based fire fighters

Objectives are:
5 Actions taken to control fires are based on a full and accurate assessment of the incident, using all available
sources of information
6 The order of priority, timing and sequence of actions are appropriate to the overall requirements of the incident
and to minimize damage and potential damage to the ship, injuries to personnel and impairment of the
operational effectiveness of the ship
7 Transmission of information is prompt, accurate, complete and clear Personal safety during fire control activities
is safeguarded at all times
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Competence 1: Control fire

ire-
ire-fighting operations aboard ship

1.1 Introduction, safety and principles (0.5 hour)

. 1 lists the main aim of the course as:
1. to organize and train fire parties
2. to inspect and service fire detection and extinguishing systems and equipment
3. to control fire-fighting operations aboard ships
4. to investigate and compile reports on incidents involving fire
.2 states the safety rules laid down by the Chief Instructor which must be adhered to during the course
.3 lists the principles of survival in relation to fire as:
1.knowledge of theory of fire precautions
2. regular and realistic training and drills
3. formulation of contingency plans for fire emergency
4. identification of emergency escape
5. identification of dangers of smoke and toxic fires
6. regular inspection and maintenance of:
• fire-detection equipment
• portable and mobile fire extinguishers
• fixed fire-fighting equipment
• firefighter's outfit

1.2 Areas of fire hazard (0.75 hour)

l. ists, for fires in the machinery space:
space
- causes, including:
- combustible liquids leaking through faulty or damaged connections
- oil-soaked insulation
- hot surfaces, e.g. exhaust pipes, engine parts overheating in close proximity to oil lines
- defects in lagging
- hot work, e.g. welding, cutting by oxy-acetylene torch
- autoignition, e.g. oil dripping on hot surface
- methods of containment, including:
- watertight doors
- fire doors
- dampers
- water sprays and screens, and remote control of these where applicable
- methods of detection, including:
- smoke detectors
- high-temperature probes
- rate-of-rise of temperature probes
- patrols
- fire appliances, including:
• fixed systems, e.g. water, foam and carbon dioxide
• portable, e.g. water, foam, carbon dioxide and powder
• mobile, e.g. foam, carbon dioxide and powder
.2 lists, for fires in the accommodation:
- causes, including:
• combustible materials
• matches and cigarette smoking, including careless disposal of burning cigarettes or ash
• textiles adjacent to hot objects such as radiators and lamps
• defective and overloaded electrical systems
• in a laundry, incorrect installation of a tumble drier or failure to keep it clean
- methods of containment, including:
• fire doors and dampers
• sprinkler system
• fire-retardant materials in construction
• fire-retardant deck coverings
• fire-retardant furnishings
- methods of detection, including :
• smoke detectors

- Temperature probes
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- sprinkler system
- patrols
- fire appliances, including:
- fixed system, e.g. water hydrants and hoses
- portable, e.g. water
3. lists, for fires in the galley:
- causes, including:
- overheating of combustible liquids and fats
- overheating of deep-fat fryers
- hot surfaces
- defective electrical connections
- greasy flues
- methods of containment, including:
- fire doors, ventilation and flue dampers
- fire blankets
- methods of detection, including:
- patrols
- fire appliances, including:
- fixed system, e.g. water hydrants and hoses
- portable, e.g. water (not for fat or oil fires), carbon dioxide and powder
.4 lists, for fires in the radio room or battery room and for electrical fires:
- causes, including:
- overloading and short circuits
- defective insulation
- fractured and loose connections
- in battery room, build-up of hydrogen (due to lack of ventilation) and its ignition, e.g. from smoking
- methods of containment, including:
- fire doors
- fire appliances, including:
- fixed systems, e.g. water, foam and carbon dioxide
- portable, e.g. water, foam, carbon dioxide and powder
- mobile, e.g. foam, carbon dioxide and powder

- defective and overloaded electrical systems

- in a laundry, incorrect installation of a tumble drier or failure to keep it clean
- methods of containment, including:
- fire doors and dampers
- sprinkler system
- fire-retardant materials in construction
- fire-retardant deck coverings
- fire-retardant furnishings
- methods of detection, including:
- smoke detectors
- temperature probes
- sprinkler system
- patrols
- fire appliances, including:
- fixed system, e.g. water hydrants and hoses
- portable, e.g. water
.3 lists, for fires in the galley:
- causes, including:
- overheating of combustible liquids and fats
- overheating of deep-fat fryers
- hot surfaces
- defective electrical connections
- greasy flues
- methods of containment, including:
-fire doors, ventilation and flue dampers
- fire blankets
- methods of detection, including:
- patrols
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- fire appliances, including:

- fixed system, e.g. water hydrants and hoses
- portable, e.g. water (not for fat or oil fires), carbon dioxide and powder
.4 lists, for fires in the radio room or battery room and for electrical fires:
- causes, including:
- overloading and short circuits
- defective insulation
- fractured and loose connections
- in battery room, build-up of hydrogen (due to lack of ventilation) and its ignition, e.g. from smoking
- methods of containment, including:
- fire doors
- methods of detection, including:
- observation
- fire appliances, including portable, e.g. carbon dioxide and powder
.5 lists, for fires in holds and in containers:
- causes, including:
- cargoes liable to self-heating and spontaneous combustion (coal, copra), bulk cargoes liable to emit flammable gas
(coal, direct reduced iron)
- loss of integrity of packages containing explosive, flammable or reactive substances
- collection of oily materials as a result of insufficient cleaning and of leakage from tanks
- methods of containment, including:
• hatch covers, 'tween-decks and hull structure
• use of dampers
• remote control of extinguishing media
- methods of detection, including:
• smoke detectors
• temperature probes
- fire appliances, including:
• fixed systems, e.g. water spray, high-expansion foam and carbon dioxide
• portable, e.g. water, foam, powder and carbon dioxide
• mobile, e.g. foam-making equipment

6. fire precautions and hazards associated with the storage and handling of materials (parts etc.) lists, for flammable
ship's stores:
- potentially hazardous materials, which include:
• paints and varnishes approved by an Administration
• lubricating oils
• cleaning fluids, paint thinners, paraffin
• fuel for motor lifeboats and emergency engines
• oxygen and acetylene cylinders
- approved storage areas for such materials, e.g.
• paint store
• deck lockers prohibited storage area for paints, oils, cleaning fluids, e.g.
• accommodation
• machinery spaces
- approved methods of handling between shore and ship in order to avoid:
• spillage
• ignition from any cause
• delay in transporting the materials from shore to storage

1.3 Fire precautions (0.75 hour)

1. lists structural fire-protection provisions, including:
- division of the ship into main vertical zones by thermal and structural boundaries
- inert gas protection on tankers
- lockers for combustible materials
- use of flame-retardant materials
- flame screens and other devices for preventing the passage of flame the use of steel
- provisions with respect to the fire main: diameter, pressure
2. describes fire-fighting equipment and systems for a passenger ship, including:
- distribution and quantity of:
• fire-extinguishing gas, C02
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• hydrants and fire hoses

• portable fire extinguishers
• sprinklers
• firefighter's outfits
- arrangements for the supply of power and water, including emergency supplies
- spaces subject to automatic fire detection
- provision of emergency controls

.3 lists operations required, including:

- maintaining cleanliness on board
- ensuring observance of smoking only in approved spaces
- keeping doors closed
- maintenance of fire appliances, including fire dampers
- observance of approved fire-fighting methods
- observance of regular fire drills and instructions
.4 explains the organization and tasks of fire parties, including:
- making best use of available personnel:
- need to be flexible in choice
• personnel are to be trained to use different equipment
• how to establish who is on board and available
• training in agreed method for establishing which members of fire parties are in fire zone
- the choosing of assembly points for fire parties:
• difference between assembly point and site of fire
• how an assembly point is indicated
• considerations in choosing suitable assembly points
• communications between assembly points and bridge
- initial and subsequent actions of fire parties on hearing alarm:
• considers dangers of entering a space which is on fire
• observes restriction on the use of certain fire-fighting media
• considers means for resolving conflict between the need for prompt action and the prevention of
wrong action
• has a full knowledge of the muster list

.5 states procedures which must be observed when a ship is R2 - Reg. III/8, in a dockyard for repairs, including:
- safety procedures for dockyard personnel
- responsibility for fire fighting
- control of testing

1.4 Dry distillation (0.5 hour)

.1 defines dry distillation as a combustion process in which a flammable material burns with insufficient oxygen to
achieve complete combustion of the material
.2 states that an example of dry distillation is the making of charcoal
.3 lists the following sequence of events as an example of the danger of dry distillation:
- fire is in a closed space
- heat builds up but there is incomplete burning
- the opening of an access introduces fresh air
- the result is a flash towards the access opening
- persons in the process of entering will be injured or burned unless they are protected
.4 states that dangers of dry distillation may be mitigated by:
- cooling the compartment externally by hosing it with water
- entering the access in a crouched position behind a water screen (spray nozzle)
- directing water towards the ceiling of the space on fire
.5 explains, because of the above, the inadvisability of taking hurried action when smoke is seen issuing from a
closed cabin
1.5 Chemical reactions (0.5 hour)
1. defines chemical reactions as the effect
effect of the addition of one or more of the following substances to chemical:
- water
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- steam
- foam
- carbon dioxide
.2 lists some of the effects as:
- explosion from the development of flammable gas
- spontaneous combustion
- the development of toxic fumes
- the generation of smoke
3. states that chemical reactions during fire fighting are more likely to occur with fires in cargoes and in accommodation
areas
lists some examples of chemical reactions causing or exacerbating fires, including:
- the production of acetylene when calcium carbide comes into contact with water
- the decomposition of steam when applied to coal fires
- the production of hydrogen when Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) comes into contact with water
- oxidizing cargoes, such as some fertilizers, sustaining a fire even if blanketed in an extinguishing gas
- cargoes spontaneously igniting in air, e.g. phosphorus when its packaging gets damaged
- self-heating of cargoes such as grain when wet
- production of methane in coal cargoes to dangerous levels when ventilation is restricted

states that the correct response to fire in dangerous goods is given in the Emergency Procedures for Ships Carrying Dangerous Goods
states that the correct response to fire in bulk materials possessing chemical hazards is given in the Emergency Schedules of the
Code of Safe Practice for Solid Bulk Cargoes

with the aid of the General Index of the IMDG Code and the Emergency Procedures for Ships Carrying Dangerous Goods,
determines the response action for a fire in a given substance

with the aid of the Code of Safe Practice for Solid Bulk Cargoes, determines the response action for fire in a given bulk cargo

1.6 Boiler uptake fires and exhaust fires in prime movers and auxiliary exhausts (0.5 hour)
.1 defines boiler uptake fires as those occurring in:
- uptakes, economizers and air heaters for steamships
- exhaust pipes, economizers and waste-heat boilers of ships propelled by internal-combustion engines
.2 states that the usual cause of such fires is an accumulation of carbon deposits, with or without oil, which
become overheated and catch fire states that the difficulties and hazards of fighting these fires are:
- inaccessibility of all sections of the uptake in the upper section of the engine room
- the possibility of explosion if access doors to the economizer are opened
- the possibility of the economizer tubes reaching a temperature of 700°C, when the following can take
place:
• the iron in the tubes will burn in steam
• the reaction will be self-sustaining and will generate heat
- the products of combustion will be black oxide of iron and free hydrogen
- the burning of iron in steam will be independent of a supply of oxygen
- the hydrogen produced will burn if air is introduced
- explosion
.4 states that a procedure for containing and extinguishing the fire is to:
- shut down the boiler and/or main engine
- spray the external surfaces in the way of the fire with water to keep the temperature down
- close necessary dampers and boiler change valve to exclude air from fire
- protect essential electrical and other equipment below the fire zone against water damage
- continue cooling until it is considered safe to open the economizer for examination and thorough cleaning on the
fire side

1.7 Fires
Fires in water-
water-tube boilers (0.5 hour)

.1 states that iron-in-steam fires can occur in water-tube boilers due to:
- shortage of water in the boiler causing overheating of the tubes above the water level and undue delay in shutting
down the boiler
- an uncontrollable soot fire in the furnace after a boiler has been shut down in a port, coupled with a shortage of
water in the boiler causing overheating of the tubes above the water level
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.2 states that if fire is discovered before the temperature of the tube has reached 700°C, the preferred method of fire
fighting is:
- to direct through burner aperture, or equivalent, the .maximum amount of water available as solid jets and through
feed pumps to the source of the fire, assuming
■boijer tubes have fractured or burned
- .to keep air casings and uptakes cool by hosing them with water
- to avoid using fire spray nozzles, foam appliances or carbon dioxide directly on the fire
.3 states that the fire-fighting procedures in competence 1.6 must be used if the iron-in-steam fire has
developed

1.8 Tactics and procedure of fire control while ship is at sea (0.5 hour)

states that, when the fire alarm is given, the fire procedure and the emergency stations procedure are put into effect,
for example:
- the crew assembles at the designated fire stations as given on the muster
- the fire parties assemble, on orders from the bridge, and carry out their tasks aimed at containing the fire
- the ship's course and speed are altered as necessary to assist in containing the fire
- the pumps are prepared to dispose of extinguishing water
- for engine-room fires, the ship is stopped
- the master decides the most appropriate method for fighting the fire and this is implemented by the fire officer
- for engine-room fires, early preparations are made to launch lifeboats
- states that the master controls the fire-fighting operations from the bridge, as indicated in competence 2.1
states that when the fire is extinguished, a fire-watch is kept, the requirement for emergency stations is cancelled and
an investigation into the fire, as indicated in competence 4.1, is begun

1.9 Tactics and procedure of fire control while ship is in port (0.5 hour)

states that, when the fire alarm is given, the fire procedure and the emergency stations procedure are put into effect, as
indicated in competence 1.8 above
procedures for co-ordination with shore-based fire fighters states that the following addition procedures must be
followed:
- call the port fire brigade
- inform the appropriate authority
- confirm with harbour master that the master of the ship will remain in overall charge
- confirm with harbour master that the fire brigade will take charge of the fire-fighting operations, assisted by
the crew as required
- confirm with harbour master that he will keep the master informed of any hazards to the dock installation and
any actions required
- check who is on board
- make preparations for ship to leave port if required, either by own power or with help of tugs
- evacuate non-essential personnel

1.10 Tactics and procedure of fire control while ship is carrying dangerous goods (0.5 hour)

.1 states that the stowage plan should be marked to show the position and class of dangerous goods
.2 states that a fire-fighting plan should be prepared showing which fire-fighting media and appliances can safely
be used
.3 states that the dangers and the consequent risk to the crew should be assessed when the cargo is loaded
.4 states that, when the fire alarm is given, the fire procedure and the emergency procedure are put into effect, as
indicated in competence 1.8
.5 states the danger of rushing into action without knowing the nature of the cargo
.6 states that, when the fire has been extinguishedfa fire- watch is kept, the requirement for emergency stations is
cancelled and an investigation into the fire, as indicated in competence 4.1, is begun
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1.11 Tactics and procedure of fire control for oil, chemical and gas tankers (0.5 hour)

.1 states that, when the fire alarm is given, the fire procedure and the emergency procedure are put into effect, as
indicated in competence 1.8
.2 states that the additional requirements for a tanker include:
- a fixed fire-extinguishing system in the pump room
- remotely controlled foam monitors on the deck
- an inert gas system for the cargo tanks
- isolation valves fitted in the fire main at the poop front and at specified distances forward of the poop front to
allow:
• control of the water supply to the foam monitors in the event of damage to the fire main
• control of the water supply if the emergency fire pump is in use
- a division into gas-dangerous and gas-free spaces strict segregation between cargo spaces and systems and
machinery/accommodation spaces and systems
.3 states that, when the fire has been extinguished, a fire- лр watch is kept, the requirement for emergency
stations'is, cancelled and an investigation into the fire, as indicated in competence 4.1, is begun

1.12 Use of water for fire extinguishing, the effect on stability, precautions and corrective
procedures (0.25 hour)
.1 states that addition of water in large amounts, particularly in cargo hold, causes stability problem as free
surface effect of water will come into effect thereby reducing the GM of the ship
.2 states that draining of particular cargo hold which is flooded to extinguish fire is absolutely important to
avoid the free surface effect of water
.3 states that addition of water in cargo holds carrying cargoes such as grain and paper pump is risky as cargo
swells which could cause rupture of shell plates and bulk head plates. Addition of water for fighting fire in
such cases is to be judicially monitored during the entire fire- fighting operation

1.13 Communication and co-

co-ordination during fire-
fire-fighting operations (0.25 hour)

.1 states that communication and co-ordination during fire- fighting operations is two-fold, i.e. internal communication
and co-ordination in the ship and external with the management representatives of owner, classification society and
coastal states for external assistance
.2 states that master is in charge of the entire fire-fighting operation.
.3 states that the internal communication with control station, site of fire and master shall adhere to the contingency
plan
.4 states that walkie-talkie and ship's internal telephone systems are vital in developing internal communication in
addition to direct communication by messengers

.5 states that external communication links should be documented in contingency plan, including links to ship owner,
classification society and neighbouring states

1.14 Ventilation control including smoke extractor (0.25 hour)

.1 states that ventilation system is the weakest spot in zonal system of passenger and crew accommodation and must be
controlled so that fires do not propagate from one zone/compartment to the adjacent one through ventilation ducts
.2 states that the respective ventilator flaps and draught stops must be closed to avoid spread of fire to adjacent
compartments
.3 states that accommodation A.C. blower suction flaps must be closed during accommodation fire
.4 states that cargo hold ventilation flaps must be closed in the hold affected by fire
.5 states that engine room ventilation flaps must be closed in case of engine room fire
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.6 states that smoke extractor and smoke sampling devices are used for large ro-ro and passenger ships carrying more
than 36 passengers. States further that smoke extractor systems shall be used only at the discretion of the master to
evacuate passengers and facilitate fire fighting thereafter. States that the capacity of the smoke extractor shall be one
change of air in 10 minutes

1.15 Control
Control of fuel and electrical systems (0.25 hour)

.1 states why shutting off fuel supply from settling tanks is essential in engine-room fires

.2 states that closing off fuel to main engine and auxiliary engines is required from outside engine-rooms in case of major
engine-room fire
.3 states that fuel transfer pumps and separators need to be shut off at the time of a major engine-room fire

.4 states that electrical systems should be shut off in accommodation, engine-room, pump-room and cargo spaces as
applicable in case of fire

1.16 Fire precautions and hazards associated with the storage and handling of materiais (paints etc.) (0.25
hour)

.1 states that a fixed fire-extinguishing system is provided in paint locker of the ship. The system must be tried during
fire drill so that it is readily available when needed

.2 states that the ships are permitted an accommodation area up to a maximum space of 0.4 m2 not provided with fixed
installation. Combustible materials should not be stored in such spaces
.3 states that storage of lubricating oil drums are to be in safer space, preferably on main deck to facilitate jettison in
case of emergency
.4 states that additional precautionary measures are to be taken for dangerous cargo stowage as per dangerous
cargo code and its E.M.S.
.5 states that engine-room should be kept clean and oil drums containing oil should not be stored in engine-room

1.17 Management and control of injured persons (1.5 hours)

.1 describes the main hazards arising from fires for the health R1 of personnel as:
• asphyxiation
• poisoning
• damaged tissues
• burnt skin
• pain
• secondary shock
.2 explains that:
- asphyxiation may be the result of:
• fires causing oxygen shortage
• an extinguishing gas replacing air
- poisoning may be caused by:
• carbon monoxide, which is produced in most fires
• toxic combustion products of fire
- damaged tissue may lead to:
• loss of function of parts of the body
• infection
• mutilation/scarring/disfigurement
• burnt skin may interfere with its breathing function, which may cause death
• secondary shock is a serious condition, caused by the collection
of body fluids in blisters, and must always be suspected except with
minor burns

.3 states the importance of first-aid measures being followed up with medical treatment

.4 describes the first-aid measures in cases of asphyxiation and poisoning as:

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• removal of victim from danger area; thereafter:

• if unconscious, placing victim in the recovery position
• in the absence of breathing, applying artificial respiration
• in the absence of a pulse, applying cardio-pulmonary resuscitation

.5 demonstrates:
• putting a person in the correct recovery position
• the application for artificial respiration (mouth to mouth/nose)
• the application of cardio-pulmonary resuscitation

.6 describes the first-aid treatment for burns as:

• extended flushing with water or submerging the affected parts in water
• injection of morphine if the victim is in great pain

.7 states that bandaging and treatment for shock are equally important but should not be done as a first-aid
measure

1.18 Procedures for co

co-ordination with shore-
shore- based fire fighters (0.25 hour)

.1 states that shore fire fighters must be informed in case of fire in port. Master and ship staff must take immediate
action to control fire as per contingency plan till the shore fire fighters arrive
.2 states that it is possible to get expert advice from the management representatives, owners, classification society
and neighbouring countries in case of fire at sea. The present day satellite communication system is very prompt in
such emergencies
.3 states that the shore-based help may be available in major fires by helicopter landing of experts from nearest land
•4 states that stability information and flooding/pumping sequence can be obtained from classification societies
through their computer software
states that the master controls the fire-fighting operations from the bridge, as indicated in competence 2.
states that when the fire is extinguished, a fire-watch is kept, the requirement for emergency stations is cancelled and an
investigation into the fire, as indicated in competence 4.1, is begun

1.9 Tactics and procedure of fire control while ship is in port (0.5 hour)

states that, when the fire alarm is given, the fire procedure and the emergency stations procedure are put into effect, as
indicated in competence 1.8 above
procedures for co-ordination with shore-based fire fighters states that the following addition procedures must be
followed:
- call the port fire brigade
- inform the appropriate authority
- confirm with harbour master that the master of the ship will remain in overall charge
- confirm with harbour master that the fire brigade will take charge of the fire-fighting operations, assisted by the
crew as required
- confirm with harbour master that he will keep the master informed of any hazards to the dock installation and any
actions required
- check who is on board
- make preparations for ship to leave port if required, either by own power or with help of tugs
evacuate non-essential personnel

1.10 Tactics and procedure of fire control while ship is carrying dangerous goods (0.5 hour)

.1 states that the stowage plan should be marked to show the position and class of dangerous goods
.2 states that a fire-fighting plan should be prepared showing which fire-fighting media and appliances can safely be
used
.3 states that the dangers and the consequent risk to the crew should be assessed when the cargo is loaded
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.4 states that, when the fire alarm is given, the fire procedure and the emergency procedure are put into effect, as
indicated in competence 1.8
.5 states the danger of rushing into action without knowing the nature of the cargo
.6 states that, when the fire has been extinguished fire- watch is kept, the requirement for emergency stations is
cancelled and an investigation into the fire, as indicated in competence 4.1, is begun

1.11 Tactics and procedure of fire control for oil, chemical and gas tankers (0.5 hour)

.1 states that, when the fire alarm is given, the fire procedure and the emergency procedure are put into effect, as
indicated in competence 1.8
.2 states that the additional requirements for a tanker include:
- a fixed fire-extinguishing system in the pump room
- remotely controlled foam monitors on the deck
- an inert gas system for the cargo tanks
- isolation valves fitted in the fire main at the poop front and at specified distances forward of the poop front to allow:
• control of the water supply to the foam monitors in the event of damage to the fire main
• control of the water supply if the emergency fire pump is in use
- a division into gas-dangerous and gas-free spaces
- strict segregation between cargo spaces and systems and machinery/accommodation spaces and
systems
.3 states that, when the fire has been extinguished, a fire- лр watch is kept, the requirement for emergency
stations'is ,
.4 cancelled and an investigation into the fire, as indicated in competence 4.1, is begun

1.12 Use of water for fire extinguishing, the effect on stability, precautions and corrective procedures
procedures (0.25
hour)
.1 states that addition of water in large amounts, particularly in cargo hold, causes stability problem as free
surface effect of water will come into effect thereby reducing the GM of the ship
.2 states that draining of particular cargo hold which is flooded to extinguish fire is absolutely important to avoid
the free surface effect of water
.3 states that addition of water in cargo holds carrying cargoes such as grain and paper pump is risky as cargo
swells which could cause rupture of shell plates and bulk head plates. Addition of water for fighting fire in such
cases is to be judicially monitored during the entire fire- fighting operation

1.13 Communication and co-

co-ordination during fire-
fire-fighting operations (0.25 hour)

.1 states that communication and co-ordination during fire- fighting operations is two-fold, i.e. internal
communication and co-ordination in the ship and external with the management representatives of owner,
classification society and coastal states for external assistance
.2 states that master is in charge of the entire fire-fighting operation.
.3 states that the internal communication with control station, site of fire and master shall adhere to the contingency
plan
.4 states that walkie-talkie and ship's internal telephone systems are vital in developing internal communication in
addition to direct communication by messengers
.5 states that external communication links should be documented in contingency plan, including links to ship owner,
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1.14 Ventilation control including smoke extractor (0.25 hour)

.1 states that ventilation system is the weakest spot in zonal system of passenger and crew accommodation
and must be controlled so that fires do not propagate from one zone/compartment to the adjacent v3one through
ventilation ducts
.2 states that the respective ventilator flaps and draught stops must be closed to avoid spread of fire to adjacent
compartments
.3 states that accommodation A.C. blower suction flaps must be closed during accommodation fire
.4 states that cargo hold ventilation flaps must be closed in the hold affected by fire
.5 states that engine room ventilation flaps must be closed in case of engine room fire
.6 states that smoke extractor and smoke sampling devices are used for large ro-ro and passenger ships carrying more
than 36 passengers. States further that smoke extractor systems shall be used only at the discretion of the master to
evacuate passengers and facilitate fire fighting thereafter. States that the capacity of the smoke extractor shall be one
change of air in 10 minutes

1.15 Control of fuel and electrical systems (0.25 hour)

.1 states why shutting off fuel supply from settling tanks is essential in engine-room fires
.2 states that closing off fuel to main engine and auxiliary
engines is required from outside engine-rooms in case of major engine-room fire
.3 states that fuel transfer pumps and separators need to be shut off at the time of a major engine-room fire
.4 states that electrical systems should be shut off in accommodation, engine-room, pump-room and cargo spaces as
applicable in case of fire

1.16 Fire precautions and hazards associated with the storage and handling of materiais (paints etc.) (0.25

hour)

.1 states that a fixed fire-extinguishing system is provided in paint locker of the ship. The system must be tried during
fire drill so that it is readily available when needed

.2 states that the ships are permitted an accommodation area up to a maximum space of 0.4 m2 not provided with fixed
installation. Combustible materials should not be stored in such spaces
.3 states that storage of lubricating oil drums are to be in safer space, preferably on main deck to facilitate jettison
in case of emergency
.4 states that additional precautionary measures are to be taken for dangerous cargo stowage as per dangerous
cargo code and its E.M.S.
.5 states that engine-room should be kept clean and oil drums containing oil should not be stored in engine-room

1.17 Management and control of injured persons

persons (1.5 hours)
.1 describes the main hazards arising from fires for the health R1 of personnel as:
• asphyxiation
• poisoning
• damaged tissues
• burnt skin
• pain
• secondary shock
.2 explains that:
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- asphyxiation may be the result of:

• fires causing oxygen shortage
• an extinguishing gas replacing air
- poisoning may be caused by:
• carbon monoxide, which is produced in most fires
• toxic combustion products of fire
- damaged tissue may lead to:
• loss of function of parts of the body
• infection
• mutilation/scarring/disfigurement
- burnt skin may interfere with its breathing function, which may cause death
• secondary shock is a serious condition, caused by the collection of body fluids in blisters, and must always be
suspected except with minor burns
.3 states the importance of first-aid measures being followed up with medical treatment
.4 describes the first-aid measures in cases of asphyxiation and poisoning as:
• removal of victim from danger area; thereafter:
• if unconscious, placing victim in the recovery position
• in the absence of breathing, applying artificial respiration
• in the absence of a pulse, applying cardio-pulmonary resuscitation
.5 demonstrates:
• putting a person in the correct recovery position
• the application for artificial respiration (mouth to mouth/nose)
- the application of cardio-pulmonary resuscitation
.6 describes the first-aid treatment for burns as:
• extended flushing with water or submerging the affected parts in water
• injection of morphine if the victim is in great pain
.7 states that bandaging and treatment for shock are equally important but should not be done as a first-aid
measure

1.18 Procedures for co-

co-ordination with shore-
shore- based fire fighters (0.25 hour)

.1 states that shore fire fighters must be informed in case of fire in port. Master and ship staff must take
immediate action to control fire as per contingency plan till the shore fire fighters arrive
.2 states that it is possible to get expert advice from the management representatives, owners, classification
society and neighbouring countries in case of fire at sea. The present day satellite communication system is very
prompt in such emergencies

.3 states that the shore-based help may be available in major fires by helicopter landing of experts from nearest
land
•4 states that stability information and flooding/pumping sequence can be obtained from classification
societies through their computer software

Competence 2: Organize and train fire parties (0.25 hour)

2.1 Preparation of contingency plans

.1 states that the central control station will be on the bridge

.2 states that the master will be in charge

.3 states that the fire officer/officers will report to the bridge and receive instructions
.4 lists the information which central control station requires, including:
- the time at which the fire alarm was given
- the position and nature of the fire
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- confirmation that fire parties are at their assembly points and that the firefighter's outfits are available
- confirmation that the fire main is pressurized
- report on initial attempts to extinguish fire using portable extinguishers
- report on effect of fire on services, e.g. lighting
- report on persons present or trapped in compartments or unaccounted for
.5 lists information which should be available on the bridge, including:
- arrangement drawings, in a convenient size, of ship, engine room and accommodation
- details of accesses and escapes from the different zones of the ship
- details of fire-extinguishing equipment, both fixed and portable, for the entire ship, including storage position
of refills
- stability information
- details of survival equipment and where it is stored
- stowage plans
- information on dangerous goods
.6 lists communication co-ordination methods available, including:
- telephones
- loud hailers
- direct speech, e.g. bridge to machinery control room
- radio telephones, hand-held radios
- messengers
.7 lists methods of damage control and containment of fires, including:
- bridge-operated closing of watertight doors and release of fire doors to their shut position
- stopping of ventilation fans and closing of dampers on funnel and other places
- closing of all windows and portholes in accommodation, galley and other spaces
- turning ship to give best position relative to wind direction for fighting the fire
- cooling boundary bulkheads
- using fire blankets as necessary
- maintaining fire watch after fire is extinguished

.8 explains how the stability of the ship is monitored and controlled, due to use of water for fire extinguishing:
- calculating the change in GM caused by the weight of the extinguishing water and as free surface effect
- arranging pumping or draining of fire-fighting water from affected spaces, including cutting holes in ship's side
- for cargo fires, calculating the effect of having to move cargo to attack a fire
- assessing the effect of any damage which causes spaces to be flooded by seawater
- considering possibilities of moving vessel to shallow water or even allowing it to ground

2.2 Composition and allocation of personnel to fire parties (0.75 hour)

.1 explains the organization of fire parties, including:
- how each fire party is identified
- how each member of a fire party is identified
- what the safeguards are for keeping in contact with each person and knowing his position
- the duties of each fire party, including:
• the reconnaissance team, equipped with portable fire extinguishers
• the fire hose team
• the help, search and first-aid team
• the technical team for checking lifts, closing fire dampers, controlling ventilation fans and fuel shut-off valves, -
starting emergency generator and emergency fire pump and for refilling used extinguishers as required and preparing
for gas flooding

2.3 Training of seafarers in fire fighting (3.5 hours)

.1 states that, after joining a ship, the crew must be given instruction on the emergency procedures in use and trained
in the use of its fire appliances and its equipment, paying particular attention to:
- the location and use of portable fire extinguishers containing:
• water
• foam
• powder
• carbon dioxide
- the location and use of mobile fire extinguishers containing:
• foam
• powder
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• carbon dioxide
- the location and use of fixed fire extinguishing f appliances, e.g.
• fire hydrants, hoses and nozzles
• water sprinklers
• water sprays
• foam system
• carbon dioxide system
- the location and use of firefighter's outfit and in particular:
• learning how to don the protective clothing quickly
• knowing where the personal equipment is stowed ana what it comprises
• checking and using the approved breathing apparatus
- checking and using the fireproof lifeline and being familiar with the signalling codes
.2 strategies and tactics for control of fires in various parts of the ship states that, for crew training, realistic but safe
fire drills should be held in various areas of the ship, including:
- general functions, covering:
• starting the emergency generator
• starting the emergency fire and bilge pump
• selecting the appropriate valves for providing water for fire fighting, flooding hoids or pumping out bilges
• identifying the emergency controls and their function
- improving personal safety by practice
- moving and finding the way in spaces with restricted visibility
- moving through small apertures
- finding and removing casualties
- using compressed-air breathing apparatus and the fireproof lifeline in these conditions
- machinery spaces, assuming mock fires, e.g.
• fire on diesel alternator due to fuel-oil spray from fractured fuel injection pipe striking hot exhaust pipe
• fire in bilge due to fuel oil being ignited by sparks from welding work in the vicinity
• fire at top of engine room due to lubricating oil leaking from a fractured pipe to the turbocharger bearing and
striking the hot surface of turbocharger
• fire adjacent to boi!c>r due to blow-back from furnace
• fire in switchboard caused by loose connection
• fire in the economizer or boiler uptake due to accumulation of soot
- accommodation spaces, assuming mock fires, e.g.
• fire in a cabin due to bedclothes catching fire from a fallen cigarette
• fire in crew lounge due to defective electrical connection
- fire in galley, including:
• fire on top of stove due to spilled cooking fat
• fire in deep-fat fryer
- fire in deck container, e.g.
• fire due to defect in integral refrigeration unit
- fire in cargo spaces, taking into account cargo on board, e.g.
• in holds, 'tween deck or containers
• involving dangerous goods
- ventilation control and smoke extractor
- control of fuel and electrical systems

.3 states that the members of fire parties are given training, which includes:
- instruction in the duties of each fire party to which a crew member may be assigned
- instruction in the duties of each member of a fire party and how these duties are allocated, e.g. by number or
otherwise
- exercises to make each fire party proficient, including first aid

.4 states that crew members who operate a fire patrol system will be trained to ensure that they are familiar with the
arrangements of the ship as well as the location and operation of equipment, including:
- manually operated call points
- fixed fire-detection and alarm systems
- telephones
- portable fire extinguishers and their limitations
- hydrants, hoses and nozzles
.5 demonstrates the ability to carry out the exercises listed in above

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.1 states that the fire control plans must be checked periodically to ensure they are legible and up-to-date
.2 states that the duplicate set of fire control plans or the booklet containing them, which are for the assistance of
shoreside fire-fighting personnel, are checked to confirm that they are in good condition
.3 checks that the guide signs to the duplicate plans are intact and distinct

2.4 Organization of fire and abandon ship drills (0.75 hour)

.1 states that drills shall, as far as practicable, oe conducted as if there were an actual emergency
.2 states that every crew member shall participate at least one abandon ship drill and one fire drill every month
.3 fire drills:
- states that fire drill should be planned in such a way that due consideration is given to regular practice in the various
emergencies that may occur depending on the type of ship and the cargo
- states that while conducting fire drills the following procedures should be followed: • reporting to stations and
preparing for the duties described in muster list
states contingency plans are required to be cfpjwn for every type of emergency on board, particularly for fire and
abandon ship:
- demonstrates use of the integrated approach to contingency planning for shipboard emergencies
- explains how tactics and strategies for control of fires in engine room, accommodation and cargo spaces differ
- states that tactics and strategies for control of engine room fires involves management and fire-fighting
techniques of hot oil and exhaust cases
- states that control of accommodation fires may be achieved by confining the fire within the zones bounded by A-
60 bulkheads and cutting off ventilation
- states that fighting cargo space fires is complex and involves special training for fighting fires involving bulk, oil,
chemical and gas cargoes as well as dangerous cargoes
- states that ВС Code, SOLAS Chapter 11-2, IBC and IGC Codes and EMS for Dangerous Cargoes contain essential data for
use in setting strategies
- states that composition and organization of fire control parties ensure prompt and effective implementation of
emergency plans and procedures

Competence 3: Inspect and service detection and extinguishing systems and equipment
3.1 Fire alarms

.1 states that for the fire alarms and the actuating switches:
- a plan should be available which shows their positions
- a schedule should be prepared that shows dates when surveys, inspections, maintenance and testing
should be carried out
- a record should be kept of defects found and of repairs carried out
- the manufacturer's instruction manuals should be used as a basis for the schedule referred to above,
which should include at least:
• inspection for damage or omissions in wiring and
- cleaning of electrical contacts and switches
• testing of the system and proving that all equipment operates correctly
3.2 Fire detection equipment
.1 states that a scheme similar to that in 3.1 above should be prepared and operated
.2 states that additionally the maintenance schedule should
include:
- testing the correct operation of each head or probe, as appropriate, for:
• smoke (ion) detectors
• flame detectors (infrared or ultraviolet rays from the flames)
• heat detectors (thermal contact)
• rate of change of temperature detector
• bursting temperature of sprinkler bulb in a sprinkler system
- cleaning and checking of contacts and other components in the control box and ensuring that connection to the fire
alarm system operates correctly

3.3 Fixed fire extinguishing equipment

.1 states that a scheme similar to that in 3.1 above should be jprepared and operated for each type of fixed fire
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.2 states that the maintenance schedule for a sprinkler system should also include:
- checking that the water level and air pressure in the pressure vessel are correct and, or not, adjusting as
required
- checking that the sprinkler pump starts if pressure is reduced to the correct level
-checking that all zone and stop valves are workable and are in the correct position for service
- checking that all sprinkler bulbs are unobstructed
.3 states that the maintenance schedule for a carbon dioxide system should also include:
- testing the level of liquid gas in the cylinders by:
• the isotope method
• the weighing method
- checking that the siren that gives warning that gas is about to be released operates correctly
- checking that the gas outlets in the spaces protected are unobstructed
.4 states that the maintenance schedule for a fixed pressure water spraying system should also include:
- checking that the nozzles are unobstructed
- checking that the valves operate correctly
.5 states that the maintenance schedule for a foam system should also include:
- checking (on tankers) that the deck monitors operate correctly
- checking that for engine-room applications the foam outlets and spreaders are clear and that the pipes are free of
corrosion products

3.4 Fire main, hydrants, hoses and nozzles and pumps

.1 states that a scheme similar to that in 3.1 should be prepared and operated
.2 describes the inspection and maintenance of the fire main and its associated piping in terms of:
- testing the system for leaks
- inspecting the pipes for corrosion
- keeping hydrants and coupling lugs movable
- attending to leaks
- having alternatives in place when shutting down or removing a part of the system
- inspecting relief valves
- keeping adequate spares of handwheels, spindles, gaskets, coupling lugs, washers and valves
.3 describes the inspection and maintenance of fire hoses and nozzles in terms of:
- pressure-testing hoses
- moving spray nozzles through their operating range
- keeping coupling lugs movable
- checking on washers
- keeping adequate spares for hoses, coupling lugs, washers and nozzles
that the breathing apparatus is ready for use
that the compressed air bottles, including all spares, are kept fully charged
that, after any use, the breathing apparatus is dismantled to ensure that all parts are clean and all valves are
operating correctly that the fireproof lifeline is undamaged

3.7 Rescue and life support equipment (1.5hours)

.1 demonstrates the use of rescue equipment:
- stretcher
- first-aid kit
- self-contained breathing apparatus
- hand operated resuscitators - air and oxygen type
- fully automatic resuscitators
- rescue harness with lifeline and safety hook
- intrinsically safe portable lights
- fire axe
- fire suit
- personal protective gear such as helmet, gloves and boots
.2 demonstrates and states that during search and rescue of injured persons, rescue party should carry additional
SCBA and a resuscitator
.3 demonstrates first aid for burns and bleeding to a casualty
.4 demonstrates resuscitation
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.5 demonstrates and states that in addition to a line, a guide line may also be rigged as rescue aid
.6 states that thermal protective aid, life jacket and life buoys are also used as rescue equipment during abandonment
of the ship

3.8 Salvage equipment (0.5 hour)

.1 states, and demonstrates where necessary, the names and describes the working principles and operations of
following salvage equipment:
- fire and salvage tugs
- helicopters
- hand flares, parachute rockets, smoke floats, line throwing appliances, MOB marker, EPIRBs, SARTs, two-way
communication
- gas cutting set with oxy-acetylene torches
- collision mats
- signalling flags and morse signalling lamps
- rope ladder with boat hook
- rescue boat
- large capacity salvage pumps and ejector pumps fitted on fire boat and tugs
- oxygen analyser and toxic gas analysers for entry into enclosed spaces
- high-expansion foam system fitted on firefighting tugs
- towing gear

3.9 Communication equipment (0.75 hour)

.1 states that communication equipment used for fire fighting is of two types: internal and external communications
.2 demonstrates internal communications:
- communication by voice, messenger and loud hailer
- two-way communications with radio hand sets
- portable radios including rescue boats and lifeboat radio equipment
- public address systems
- intercoms and fixed telephone systems
.3 explains use of external communication equipment such as:
- DSC on VHF, MF and HF
- Inmarsat-A/-C
- all other terrestrial and GMDSS systems

3.10 Requirements for statutory and classification surveys (1 hour)

.1 states that the statutory requirements for fire prevention, protection, detection and extinction are
contained in Chapter II/2 of SOLAS 74
.2 states that specialized fire-fighting systems, equipment and procedures while carrying dangerous goods
are described in the emergency procedures of the IMDG Code
.3 states that specialized fire-fighting systems, equipment and procedure for the carriage of fire-prone
cargoes in bulk are described in the ВС Code
.4 states that specialized fire-fighting systems, equipment and procedures for the carriage of liquid chemicals
in bulk are described in the IBC/BCH Codes
.5 states that specialized fire-fighting systems, equipment and procedures for the carriage of liquefied gases
in bulk are described in the IGC/GC Code
.6 states that fire protection bulkheads such as A-60, B-30 and C/F class materials, fire proof materials and
low flame spread materials are tested as per fire test procedure code
.7 states that administrations are required to follow the minimum IMO requirements and shall also make
national rules
.8 states that classification societies' rules are based on IMO requirements and their own particular
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.9 states that SOLAS 74 requirements are under constant review and updating and changes include:
- smoke detection and extraction system for passenger spaces
- helicopter deck
- fixed installation for paint lockers
- fire-fighting arrangement for ro-ro spaces
- jacketing of fuel injection pipe for main and auxiliary engines
- definition of control station
- inerting ventilation and gas measurement for double hull space of oil tankers
special requirements for ships carrying dangerous goods, location and separation of spaces

Competence 4: Investigate
Investigate and compife reports on incidents involving fire

4.1 Fire investigation and reporting (2 hours)

.1 states that the investigation into the fire should include recording the following:
- how the fire was discovered
- the time at which the fire alarm was given
- how the alarm was given
- the time at which the master or other officer was informed
- the position and nature of the fire
- who was first on the scene
- what actions were taken for the initial attempt to extinguish the fire
- how many firefighter's outfits with compressed air operated breathing apparatus (CABA) were used
- what appliances were used, both portable and fixed
- what manpower was used
- at what time the fire was extinguished
- the number of casualties, with details of those injured and the nature of injuries
- what damage was caused, including any to the structure and fittings of the ship
- an estimate of what proportion of the damage was caused by the fire extinguishing media, e.g. water or foam, as
compared to that directly caused by the fire
- for how long after the fire was extinguished was a fire watch maintained
- to what extent the ship or any part of it, e.g. the engine room, was immobilized because of the fire
- an analysis of the fire, the materials which were burning, the known or probable source of ignition and the cause
- conclusions on the cause of the fire and recommendations for avoiding a recurrence
.2 states that the report on the investigation will include these details of the fire-fighting procedures:
- the occurrence and a timetable of the fire
- the actions taken and the time of each action
- the facts concerning the fire, including its site, materials and ignition
- the fire-extinguishing appliances required for fighting the fire and the numbers of each type used
- the number of crew and shore firemen (if appropriate) engaged in fighting the fire
- the number of firefighter's outfits and CABA used
- the damage caused by the fire
- the damage caused by the fire-extinguishing media
- the extent to which the ship or its services were immobilized by the fire
.3 states that the report should also contain conclusions from the facts established, including:
- an analysis and discussion of the facts
- the conclusions reached from this analysis and discussion
- recommendations on the actions required to avoid a recurrence
- recommendations, if any, to improve fire prevention and fire-fighting procedures

4.2 Trainee's experience of fires on ships

.1 describes details of fires experienced:
- their causes
- the fire-fighting procedures
- the results

4.3 Documented reports of fires on ships and lessons learned

.1 describes, after being given the particulars of a ship and its cargo and how a fire was discovered, the initial action
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.2 describes, after being given the results of that action, what further measures, if any, are required

.3 describes, after being given the particulars of the whole incident, how his actions compared with those actually taken
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Model Course – 2.03