Competence 2

Competence 2: Organize and Train Fire Parties (6 hours)
Knowledge, understanding and proficiency

Preparation of contingency plans 2.1
Composition and allocation of personnel to fire parties 2.2,2.3
Strategies and tactics for control of fires in various parts of the ship 2.4, 2.5, 2.6
Objectives are:
1 Composition and organization of fire control parties ensure the prompt and
effective implementation of emergency plans and procedures
Competence 3: Inspect and Service Fire Detection and Extinguishing
Systems and Equipment (9 hours)

Fire-detection systems
3.1,3.2
Fixed fire-extinguishing systems
3.3
Portable and mobile fire-extinguishing equipment, including
appliances, pumps and rescue, salvage, life-support, personal
protective and communication equipment
3.4-3.9
Requirements for statutory and classification societies
3.10
Objectives are:
Effectiveness of all fire-detection and extinguishing systems and
equipment is maintained at all times in accordance with performance
specifications and legislative requirements
Competence 4: Investigate and Compile

Reports on Incidents involving Fire (5 hours)
Assessment of cause of incidents involving fire 4.1-4.3
Objectives are:
Causes of fire are identified, and the effectiveness of countermeasures is
evaluated
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PROFICIENCY IN ADVANCED FIRE FIGHTING
Proficiency in advanced fire fighting
Competence 1: Control fire-fighting operations

aboard ship Table A-VI/3
1.101-104
V1, V2
1.1 Introduction, safety and principles (0.5 hour) R7, R15
Required performance:
.1 lists the main aim of the course as:

- to organize and train fire parties
- to inspect and service fire detection and extinguishing systems
and equipment
- to control fire-fighting operations aboard ships
- 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:

- knowledge of theory of fire precautions
- regular and realistic training and drills
- formulation of contingency plans for fire emergency
- identification of emergency escape
- identification of dangers of smoke and toxic fires
- 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) Required performance:
.1 lists, for fires in the machinery space:

- causes, including:
R1
A1 - Ch.3
• combustible liquids leaking through faulty or damaged
A2-PI.
connections 2.101
• 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
A2 - PI. 3.1,
• high-temperature probes
3.2
• rate-of-rise of temperature probes
81 - p. 493
• patrols
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PART C: DETAILED TEACHING SYLLABUS
Knowledge, understanding and proficency IMO Textbooks,

Teaching
Reference Bibliography Aid
- fire appliances, including:

• fixed systems, e.g. water, foam and carbon dioxide R11
• portable, e.g. water, foam, carbon dioxide and powder
• mobile, e.g. foam, carbon dioxide and powder
.2 lists, for fires in the accommodation:

• 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
• fire doors and dampers
• sprinkler system
A2 - PI. 3.3
• fire-retardant materials in construction
• fire-retardant deck coverings
• fire-retardant furnishings
• smoke detectors
• temperature probes
• sprinkler system
• patrols
• fixed system, e.g. water hydrants and hoses
• portable, e.g. water
.3 lists, for fires in the galley:

• overheating of combustible liquids and fats
• overheating of deep-fat fryers
• hot surfaces
• defective electrical connections
• greasy flues
• fire doors, ventilation and flue dampers
81 - p. 493
• fire blankets
• patrols
• 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:
• overloading and short circuits
• defective insula!ion
• fractured and loose connections
• in battery room, build-up of hydrogen (due to lack of ventilation)
and its ignition, e.g. from smoking
• fire doors .'
• observation
- fire appliances, including portable, e.g. carbon dioxide and powder
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Knowledge, understanding and proficiency IMO
Reference Textbooks, Bibliography Teaching
Aid
.5 lists, for fires in holds and in containers:

• cargoes liable to self-heating and spontaneous
T2 - Paper combustion (coal, copra), bulk cargoes liable to emit
C1/1 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
• hatch covers, 'tween-decks and hull structure
• use of dampers
• remote control of extinguishing media
• smoke detectors
• temperature probes
• 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) R1 - Annex 2

81 - p.13 A 1 - Ch. 3
A2-PI.
3.102
.1 lists structural fire-protection provisions, including:

- division of the ship jnto main vertical zones by thermal R2 - Reg.
11-2/24 T2 - C1/2 Paper A2 - PI. 3.4
-3.9
and structural boundaries
- inert gas protection 01} tankers
Reg. 11-2/62
PI.
- lockers for combustible materials 26.2.2.(14)
3.10-3.12
- use of flame-retardant materials 2/44.2.2.(9)
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Knowledge, understanding and proficency IMO Textbooks, Teaching

- flame screens and other devices for preventing the Reg.

11-2/34 passage of flame
- the use of steel Reg.
11-213
- provisions with respect to the fire main: diameter, Reg.
11-214 pressure
.2 describes fire-fighting equipment and systems for a

R11 passenger ship, including:
- distribution and quantity of: R2-
• fire-extinguishing gas, CO2
Reg. 11-215
• hydrants and fire hoses Reg.
11-214
• portable fire extinguishers Reg.
11-216
• sprinklers Reg.
11-2/12
• firefighter's outfits Reg.
11-2/17 ..-.
- arrangements for the supply of power and water, Reg.
11-2/4, including emergency supplies
Reg. 11-2112
- spaces subject to automatic fire detection Reg.
11-2/14
- provision of emergency controls Reg.
11-1/39,
42,43,46,47,
48,49,50,51,
52,53,54
.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: R1
• 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
T1 - Ch. 3
• 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 knowledg.e of the muster list
.5 states procedures which must be observed when a ship is R2
- Reg. 111/8,
in a dockyard for repairs, including: 53
- safety procedures for dockyard personnel
- responsibility for fire fighting
- control of testing
T2 - Paper
C1/1
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Teaching
- 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
..
1.6 Boiler uptake fires and exhaust fires in R6

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 R1
A2-PI. of carbon deposits, with or without oil, which become
8.104 overheated and catch fire
.3 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 btack 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
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IMO Textbooks, Teaching
.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 in 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
.2 states that if fire is discovered before the temperature of

A1 - Ch. 8 the tube has reached lOO'C, the preferred method of fire
A2-PI. fighting is:
8.105
- to direct through burner aperture, or equivalent, the
A2-PI.
maximum amount of water available as solid jets and
8.1-8.3
through feed pumps to the source of the fire, assuming boiler 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)
.1 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 assembre, 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
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Knowledge, understanding and proficency IMO Reference

Textbooks, Bibliography Teaching
Aid
.2
states that the master controls the fire-fighting
operations from the bridge, as indicated in competence
T1 - Ch. 2
A 1 - Ch. 6
V2
2.1
.3
states that when the fire is extinguished, a fire-watch is kept, the
requirement for emergency stations is
R2 - Reg. III/53
81 - pp.
75-103
A2-PI.
6.101
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)
Required performance: .:.
the emergency stations procedure are put into effect, as indicated in
competence 1.8 above
.2 procedures for co-ordination with shore-based fire

81 - pp. A2-PI. fighters states that the following addition
procedures 104-131 6.102
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
T2 - Paper
take charge of the fire-fighting operations, assisted by
C1/9 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
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
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Knowledge, understanding and proficiency IMO Textbooks,
Teaching
.6 states that, when the fire has been extinguished, a fire-

R9 V4,V6 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)
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 R2-
Reg. 11-2/63 A2-PI.
6.103 V5
- remotely controlled foam monitors on the deck Reg. 11-
2/61 A2 - PI. 6.1
- an inert gas system for the cargo tanks Reg. 11-2/62
- isolation valves fitted in the fire main at the poop front
Reg. 11-2/61.9,
and at specified distances forward of the poop front to
Reg. 11-2/4.3.6
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 Reg. 11-
2/56
- strict segregation between cargo spaces and systems
and machinery/accommodation spaces and systems
.3 states that, when the fire has been 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
1.12 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
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Knowledge, understanding and proficency

1.13 Communication and co-ordination during

V3
fire-fighting operations (0.25 hour) Required performance:
.1 states that communication and co-ordination during fire-
fighting operations is two-fold, Le. 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
.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
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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 materials (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

A 1 - Ch. 9
(1.5 hours)
Required performance: .
.1 describes the main hazards arising from.~res for the health
R1 A2-PI.
of personnel as: 9.101
- asphyxiation
- poisoning
- damaged tissues
- burnt skin
- pain
- secondary shock
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Teaching
.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:
- 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-ordination with 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 expe,rt 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
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Competence 2: Organize and train fire parties R1 - Reg. VI/3

V1, V3
(0.25 hour) Table A-VI/3
2.1 Preparation of contingency plans R14
.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
- 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:
R2 - Reg. 11-
A2-PI.
4.102
- arrangement drawings, in a convenient size, of ship, 2/20
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 dam!:!ge control and containment of fires,

T1 - Ch. 5 A2-PI. including: 4.104
- bridge-operated closing of watertight doors and release of fire
doors to their snut 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
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.8 explains how the stability of the ship is monitored and
T2 - Paper controlled, due to use of water for fire extinguishing:
C1/10
- 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:

A2-PI.
- how each fire party is identified
4.105
- 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
- the location and use of mobile fire extinguishers

A2-PI. containing: 5.10-5.14
• foam
• powder
• carbon dioxide
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Knowledge, understanding and proficiency IMO
Reference Textbooks, Bibliography Teaching
Aid
- the location and use of fixed fire extinguishing appliances, e.g.

R2 - Reg. 11-
2/17
T1 - Ch. 9
A2
• 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 and
what it comprises
• checking and using the approved breathing apparatus
• checking and using the fireproof lifeline and being
familiar with the signalling codes
T1-Ch.10
.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:
A2
- 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 holds or pumping out bilges
• identifying the emergency controls and their function
T1-Ch.10
- 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 boiler 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 contaioer, 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
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Teaching
.3 states that the members of fire parties are given training,
T1 - Ch. 3 A2 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

81 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 R2 -
Reg. 11- ..
2/40.1, 40.6
- 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

2.3.1, 2.3.2, 2.3.3, 2.3.4 above
.6 recharges, repairs and maintains portable fire extinguishers

2.4 Fire control plans (0.25 hour) R10
A2
2.5 Organization of fire and abandon ship drills R13

(0.75 hour)
.1 states that drills shall, as far as practicable, be conducted as if

there were an actual emergency
.2 states that ev~ry 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
proc~dures should be followed:
• reporting to stations and preparing for the duties described in
muster list
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• starting of a fire pump, using at least the two required jets of water
• operation and use of fire-extinguishing appliances
• checking and using firefighter's outfit and other personal rescue
equipment
• testing of relevant communication equipment
• operation of watertight doors, fire doors, fire dampers and main
inlets and outlets of ventilation systems in the drill area
• checking the necessary arrangements for abandoning the ship
.4 states that the equipment used during drills shall immediately

be brought back to its fully operational
condition
.,-."
.5 states that any faults and defects discovered during the drills
shall be remedied as soon as possible
.6 abandon ship drills:

- states that while conducting abandon ship drills the
following procedures must be followed:
• abandon ship drill is called by raising particular alarm followed by
announcement on the public address or
other communication systems. All passengers and crew shall be
familiar with this alarm and announcement
• on hearing alarm, crew shall report to stations and prepare for the
duties described in muster list
• passengers and crew are suitably dressed
• lifejackets are correctly donned
• preparation and lowering of at least one lifeboat
• starting and operating the lifeboat engine
• launching method of liferaft is explained
• a mock search and rescue of a crew member trapped in cabin is
carried out
• instruction in the use of radio life-saving appliances
- states that different lifeboats shall be lowered at successive
drills
- states that rescue boat other than lifeboats shall be launched
each month with their assigned crew aboard and manoeuvred in the
water
- states that emergency lighting for mustering and
abandonment is tested at each abandon ship drill
2.6 Strategies and tactics for control of fires in various parts of

the ship (0.5 hour)
.1 states that the fire qan occur in the:

- engine-room
- accommodation
- galley
- storerooms
- cargo spaces
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Textbooks, Teaching
.2 states contingency plans are required to be drawn 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 gases
- 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 BC 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

Teaching
Inspect and service fire R1 - Reg. VI/3 A1

- Ch. 7
Sect. A-VI/3 A2-PI.
detection and extinguishing systems and Table A-VI/3
7.101,7.102
equipment
".-,
• 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

T1 - Ch. 1 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 extinguis.hing equipment

A1-Ch.7
.1 states that a scheme similar to that in 3.1 above should be
prepared and operated for each type of fixed fire extinguishing
equipment
.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
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- 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:
A2 - PI. 7.1
• 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 R2 -
Reg. 11-
2/10.7
- 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 R2
- Reg. 11- T1 - Ch. 6 correctly 2/61
- 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

A 1 - Ch. 7 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 in!~pection 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
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.4 describes the measures that have to be taken in icy conditions

to keep the fire main system free of ice as being:
- shut down the pump and close valves as required
- drain all water from pipes
- keep checking that the system remains empty of water
- put up warning notices on the bridge that the fire main has been
drained of water
.5 states that the practice of opening one or more hydrant valves

does not prevent the system from becoming frozen in certain
conditions
Required performance: R4
3.5 Portable and mobile fire extinguishing equipment including

appliances
.1 states that a scheme similar to that in 3.1 should be prepared

and operated
.2 states that when a portable or mobile fire extinguisher has been

discharged it should be prepared for further use as follows:
- on an extinguisher with a trigger handle, depress the handle to
ensure that the cylinder is not pressurized
- remove the top cap, including the cartridge, and then:
• clean the cylinder and inspect for any corrosion if the cylinder is
made of steel
• check when the cylinder is due for a pressure test, which is normally
done by the suppliers
• check that the discharge pipe and nozzles are clear
• check the operation of the trigger valve to ensure it is fluid-tight
and operates freely
• check the operation and tightness of other valves (if fitted)
• reassemble the extinguisher, using the correct media and cartridge
• after the cap has been fitted, fit the safety pin
- write the date of refilling on a record label on the cylinder
- replace the extinguisher in its previous position or put it in store,
as required by the chief mate
.3 states that neither a partially discharged extinguisher nor an

empty one should be placed in its previous position before being
refilled
":,
T2
Firefighter's outfits and other personal R2 - Reg. T1 -

Ch. 9
11-2/17
protective equipment
.1 states that a scheme similar to that in 3.1 should be prepared

and operated
.2 states that, in addition, the inspection and maintenance schedule

should include checking:
- that all outfits are in their correct stowage positions
- that the personal equipment is undamaged and complete
- that the battery of the electric safety lamp (hand lantern)
is fully charged
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Teaching
- 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 (1.5 hou rs)
.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
.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
applianc;es, MOB marker, EPIRBs, SARTs, two-way communication
- gas cutting set with oxy-acetylen~ 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
.•.-~
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Teaching
- high-expansion foam system fitted on fire-fighting 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-AI-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 11/2of
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

procedure for the carriage of fire-prone cargoes in bulk are described
in the BC Code

procedures for the carriage of liquid chemicals in bulk are described
in the IBCIBCH Codes

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 mate'rials, 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 requirements
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Teaching
.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
".- .
.
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Teaching
Competence 4: Investigate and compile reports R1-Annex2

A1 - Ch. 10
on incidents involving fire Sect. A-VI/3
Table A-VI/3
4.1 Fire investigation and reporting (2 hours)

A2-PI.
10.101
.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 whicl1 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
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A2-PI.
10.103
Teaching
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
which has to be taken
.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 on board the ship
concerned
Review and assessment A1-

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Competence 2: Organize and Train Fire Parties (6 hours)

Knowledge, understanding and proficiency

Knowledge, understanding and proficiency

Competence 4: Investigate and Compile

Proficiency in advanced fire fighting

Competence 1: Control fire-fighting operations

.1 lists the main aim of the course as:

.3 lists the principles of survival in relation to fire as:

1.2 Areas of fire hazard (0.75 hour) Required performance:

.1 lists, for fires in the machinery space:

• water sprays and screens, and remote control of these

Knowledge, understanding and proficency IMO Textbooks,

- fire appliances, including:

.2 lists, for fires in the accommodation:

.3 lists, for fires in the galley:

.5 lists, for fires in holds and in containers:

.6 fire precautions and hazards associated with the storage and

1.3 Fire precautions (0.75 hour) R1 - Annex 2

.1 lists structural fire-protection provisions, including:

Knowledge, understanding and proficency IMO Textbooks, Teaching

- flame screens and other devices for preventing the Reg.

.2 describes fire-fighting equipment and systems for a

.3 lists operations required, including:

.4 explains the organization and tasks of fire parties, including:

PART C: DETAILED TEACHING SYLLABUS

Knowledge, understanding and proficency IMO Textbooks,

1.6 Boiler uptake fires and exhaust fires in R6

.1 defines boiler uptake fires as those occurring in:

.3 states that the difficulties and hazards of fighting these fires

Knowledge, understanding and proficiency

.4 states that a procedure for containing and extinguishing the fire

1.7 Fires in water-tube boilers (0.5 hour)

.1 states that iron-in-steam fires can occur in water-tube boilers due

.2 states that if fire is discovered before the temperature of

Knowledge, understanding and proficency IMO Reference

Required performance: .:.

.2 procedures for co-ordination with shore-based fire

1.10 Tactics and procedure of fire control while ship is carrying

.1 states that the stowage plan should be marked to show the

.2 states that a fire-fighting plan should be prepared showing which

.5 states the danger of rushing into action without knowing the

.6 states that, when the fire has been extinguished, a fire-

.2 states that the additional requirements for a tanker include:

and machinery/accommodation spaces and systems

1.12 Use of water for fire extinguishing, the effect on stability,

.1 states that addition of water in large amounts, particularly in

.2 states that draining of particular cargo hold which is flooded to

.3 states that addition of water in cargo holds carrying cargoes such

Knowledge, understanding and proficency

1.13 Communication and co-ordination during

.2 states that master is in charge of the entire fire-fighting

.3 states that the internal communication with control station, site

.4 states that walkie-talkie and ship's internal telephone systems are

.5 states that external communication links should be documented

1.14 Ventilation control including smoke extractor (0.25 hour)

.1 states that ventilation system is the weakest spot in zonal

.2 states that the respective ventilator flaps and draught stops

.3 states that accommodation A.C. blower suction flaps must be

.5 states that engine room ventilation flaps must be closed in case

.6 states that smoke extractor and smoke sampling devices