FF Task 2.3.A

Discuss the fire tetrahedron and the fire triangle

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 08-14 Task 2.3.A , MMA students must:

NVIC Method

See NVIC method.

STCW Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Minimize the risk of fire and maintain a state of readiness to respond to emergency situations involving fire.

FF-X1.3 The elements of fire and explosion
Condition Behavior Standard

When asked on a written examination to list and state the significance of the four sides of the fire tetrahedron and the three sides of the fire triangle,

the candidate lists and states (or selects the answer that lists and states) the significance of the four sides of the fire tetrahedron and the three sides of the fire triangle.

The candidate lists and states (or selects the answer that lists and states):

  1. Heat, oxygen, fuel and chemical chain reaction as the sides of the fire tetrahedron, or
  2. Heat, oxygen, and fuel as the sides of the fire triangle The candidate also answers that all of these components are necessary for a fire to occur and that the removal of any one component will cause the fire to be extinguished.