AFF Task 4.1.C

Evaluate a fire scene and develop countermeasures to prevent, mitigate, or control similar fires

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 09-14 Task 4.1.C , MMA students must:

NVIC Method

See NVIC method.

STCW Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Investigate and compile reports on incidents involving fire

AFF-X4.1 Assessment of cause of incidents involving fire

Condition Behavior Standard

In an approved or accepted course, in simulated shipboard conditions, when presented with the remains of a small, typical shipboard fire for which the point(s) of origin and cause are given,

the candidate evaluates the point of origin, the cause, and any other relevant reports or eye-witness accounts, and describes at least one effective countermeasure.


Note 1 The assessment corresponds to a revalidation component that must be demonstrated in Coast Guard approved training ashore in order for mariners with 1 year of service in the previous 5 years to renew competency in Advanced Firefighting.

The candidate’s countermeasure(s) is (are) effective in preventing, containing, mitigating, or controlling fires having the same origin and cause in similar circumstances.