FF Task 3.2.B

List the dangers and limitations of a fire fighter's outfit

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 08-14 Task 3.2.B , MMA students must:

NVIC Method

See NVIC method.

STCW Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Fight and extinguish fires.

FF-X2.2 Fire fighting equipment and its location on board: .2 fire fighter’s outfit
Condition Behavior Standard

When asked on a written examination to list the dangers / limitations of a fire fighter’s outfit,

the candidate lists (or selects the answer that lists) the dangers / limitations of a fire fighter’s outfit.

The candidate lists (or selects the answer that lists) the following:

  1. Tendency to induce heat exhaustion; and
  2. Decrease in mobility/dexterity/ endurance and limits to protective qualities.