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STCW Table A-VI/3

advanced fire fighting

Function

Advanced fire fighting

Competence Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency Location(s)

Control fire-fighting operations aboard ships

X1.01

Fire-fighting procedures at sea and in port, with particular emphasis on organization, tactics and command

FF-0108

X1.02

Use of water for fire-extinguishing, the effect on ship stability, precautions and corrective procedures

FF-0108

X1.03

Communication and coordination during fire-fighting operations

FF-0108

X1.04

Ventilation control, including smoke extraction

FF-0108

X1.05

Control of fuel and electrical systems

FF-0108

X1.06

Fire-fighting process hazards (dry distillation, chemical reactions, boiler uptake fires, etc.)

FF-0108

X1.07

Fire fighting involving dangerous goods

FF-0108

X1.08

Fire precautions and hazards associated with the storage and handling of materials (paints, etc.)

FF-0108

X1.09

Management and control of injured persons

FF-0108

X1.10

Procedures for coordination with shore-based fire fighters

FF-0108

Organize and train fire parties

X2.1

Preparation of contingency plans

FF-0108

X2.2

Composition and allocation of personnel to fire parties

FF-0108

X2.3

Strategies and tactics for control of fires in various parts of the ship

FF-0108

Inspect and service fire-detection and fire-extinguishing systems and equipment

X3.1

Fire-detection systems; fixed fire-extinguishing systems; portable and mobile fire-extinguishing equipment, including appliances, pumps and rescue, salvage, life-support, personal protective and communication equipment

FF-0108

X3.2

Requirements for statutory and classification surveys

FF-0108

Investigate and compile reports on incidents involving fire

X4.1

Assessment of cause of incidents involving fire

FF-0108