Combined Basic and Advanced Firefighting – (STCW)

The syllabus focuses on: • Properly don a fire suit and use a self-contained breathing apparatus • Use portable fire extinguishers to put out class A, B, And C class fire • Use all-purpose nozzles for protection and putting fires out • Hose team advancement with team leader giving commands • Enter an internal space with SCBA and put out a fire with the fire hose • Properly enter a watertight door with a fire behind the door • Rescue a victim (165lb mannequin) from a smoke-filled room wearing an SCBA • Take immediate action upon encountering an accident or medical emergency • Perform an emergency drill following a station bill • Identify what extinguishers to use on what class fire • Properly ventilate and correctly overhaul a fire • Effectively contain a fire and use suppression system • In accordance with Section A-VI/3, Advanced Firefighting, the trainee will be able to: • Use firefighting organization, tactics and command procedures at sea and in port • Use water for fire extinguishing and under the effects on stability • Communication and coordination during firefighting operations • Utilize ventilation controls to limit spread of fire and limit or extract smoke • Utilize fuel and electrical system controls to limit spread of fire and reduce hazards to fire fighters • Understand firefighting process hazards • Understand firefighting involving dangerous goods • Fire precautions and hazards for storing and handling materials • Manage and control of injured persons involving fire-related injuries & illnesses • Procedures for coordination with shore-based fire fighters • Preparation of contingency plans and composition and allocation of fire parties • Strategies and tactics for control of fires in various parts of the ship • Inspecting and servicing fire detection systems • Requirements for statutory and classification surveys, and assessment of causes of incidents involving fire