Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Firefighting STCW A-VI/1-2

Course Objectives This course will cover: The theory of fire Cause of fire on ships Basic fire prevention Breathing apparatus Rescue techniques Target Audience Sea farers with a responsibility to respond to a fire situation onboard a ship. Course Contents Practical session including live fire fighting scenarios Theory of combustion Hydrocarbon fires Fire hazards and risks Protective clothing Fire hose and fittings Fire extinguishers Suppression systems Breathing apparatus Equipment maintenance Search and rescue procedures Fire prevention Ship fire fighting Fire investigation Entry Requirements An up to date ENG 11 Medical Certificate, a valid Seafarer’s Medical Certificate issued by any administration of an EU member state or a Doctor’s note stating you are considered medically fit to participate in all aspects of the course will be required. To avoid delays copies of required certifications can be submitted in advance of training dates online from our website www.cmse.ie