FF-0102
4/C Firefighting Practicum
Course Description
Provides minimum standard of competence in fire prevention and firefighting. Instruction and practical training in the use of fire extinguishers, hoses and self-contained breathing apparatus. Emphasis on the chemistry of a fire and emergency evacuation. A component of STCW Basic Training; first component of four year's training for Basic and Advanced Marine Firefighting certification (Table A-VI/3). Prerequisite for ST I.
Learning Objectives
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the following STCW elements:
- FF-X1.3 The elements of fire and explosion (the fire triangle)
- FF-X1.4 Types and sources of ignition
- FF-X1.5 Flammable materials, fire hazards and spread of fire
- FF-X1.6 The need for constant vigilance
- FF-X1.7 Actions to be taken on board ship
- FF-X1.8 Fire and smoke detection and automatic alarm systems
- FF-X1.9 Classification of fire and applicable extinguishing agents
- FF-X2.2 fire-fighter’s outfits
- FF-X2.2 personal equipment
- FF-X2.2 fire-fighting appliances and equipment
- FF-X2.2 fire-fighting methods
- FF-X2.2 fire-fighting agents
- FF-X2.2 fire-fighting procedures
- FF-X2.2 use of breathing apparatus for fighting fires and effecting rescues
Demonstrate proficiency in the following skills:
- FF-1 Use various types of portable fire extinguishers to extinguish smaller fires.
- FF-2 Use self-contained breathing apparatus
Other Objectives
- Identify the fire triangle and types of ignition sources aboard ship.
- Identify flammable materials and fire hazards aboard a ship.
- Learn the proper response to fire and other emergency signals.
- Learn about the organization of fire and emergency response teams aboard vessels.
- Identify the location of emergency gear lockers, fire escape routes, and fire detection systems.
- Practice fire extinguishment using portable fire hoses and extinguishers.
- Practice the proper donning of fire fighting gear, including SCBA’s.
- Practice search and rescue drills in reduced visibility while wearing turn-out gear and SCBA’s.