Advanced Fire Fighting - STCW95
About this Course:
Aim of the course
To give the delegates knowledge and skills to be able to control fire fighting operations aboard ship; to organise and train fire parties; to inspect and service fire detection and extinguishing systems and equipment and to undertake investigations and compiling reports on incidents involving fire. There is no expiry date on this certificate. Assessment will be made in the form of direct observation, oral questioning, simulated scenarios and a written examination.
Personal Equipment Required
The majority of the course is of a hands on practical nature, the usual dress for theory sessions is smart/casual gear. You must also bring with you:
- Personal wash kit
- 1 pair of cotton overalls
- 1 change of clothes
- Safety boots/shoes will be provided as part of your Fire kit
- Please also bring with you - STCW95 Fire Prevention and Fire fighting certificate and evidence of sea time Photographic Proof of identity such as Passport / Discharge Book / Driving Licence
Course Content
- Fire Theory
- Organising and planning drills
- Effects of loose water on ship stability
- Breathing apparatus
- Operations procedure
- Casualty Handling
- Use of extinguishers and branches of various types
- Practical exercises using fire fighting appliances and breathing apparatus in smoke and heat
Important Information
The Majority of these courses are arranged for internal students/Cadets already on Certificate of Competency courses. Limited places are available to External delegates. To confirm course availability, or if you require further information please contact the Admin Office on (01253) 779123.
Medical Declaration
Attention is drawn to the fact that parts of the course are of a physical nature. You will be required to complete a medical declaration when you attend your course. An Oil & Gas UK (Formally UKOOA) Medical is required prior to travelling offshore however is not compulsory to attend the course. For an up to date list of Doctors providing this service visit the Oil & Gas UK website as http://www.oilandgasuk.co.uk/issues/health/doctors.cfm and click on your nearest town. Alternatively please ring the RS Occupational health on 0870 0503456 who will be happy to provide you with UKOOA/Oil & Gas UK registered Doctors in you area.
Entry Requirements:
STCW95 Fire Prevention and Fire fighting certificate, AND served at sea on board a Merchant vessel for at least 6 months.
In order to comply with STCW Maritime and Coastguard Agency regulations, all delegates attending Merchant Navy Courses must provide a Seaman’s Discharge Book, Passport or Driving Licence when attending the centre. If you are currently not in possession of at least one of these items, please contact the college before booking your course Failure to comply with this requirement will lead to a delay in the issue of Certificates.
How to Apply
To confirm course availability, or if you require further information, please contact the Admin Office on (01253) 779123 or E-mail: offshore@blackpool.ac.uk
Course Instances:
| Course Code | Start Date** | Duration | Tuition Fees | Location | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OE1EC31 | 15th Jun | 4 Days | £745 | Fleetwood Nautical Campus | Full Time |
IMPORTANT – Please note the following Cancellations Policy
All fees are strictly non-refundable except when the College cancels the course.
If you are unable to attend your course and have to cancel, the Company/Delegate may be able to transfer to another available date. All transfer requests must be received in writing by FOSC no later than 5 working days prior to the commencement date of the course. Due to loss of business experienced by FOSC, email cancellations during the weekend period are strictly not acceptable for courses that commence on a Monday or Tuesday.
Company delegates that fail to attend on the commencement date of the course and have not provided 5 working days written notice will be invoiced the full course fee.Private delegates that fail to attend and have not provided 5 working days written notice will be charged the full course fee, no course transfer date will be processed and their payment will be lost.
All second transfer requests incur a £50.00 administration fee. Companies who cancel their course booking and do not wish to transfer will be invoiced a £50.00 cancellation fee, Delegates who have made multiple transfers (3+) and fail to attend without the required prior notice in writing will be charged a relevant fee at the discretion of FOSC. Please check the above information and contact us if you have any queries.
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