FFR301 STCW Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting Refresher
Other Engineering
A course by
NMIT
A refresher course for seafarers holding an STCW Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting qualification, designed to update skills and meet international maritime regulations for marine fire safety.
NZ$877
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Use of fire extinguishing equipment
Demonstrate proficient use of various types of portable fire extinguishers and nozzles in maritime settings.
Handling different fire situations
Safely extinguish small and extensive fires, including electrical, oil, propane, and oil fires, using appropriate extinguishing agents and techniques.
About This Course
This 1.5-day short course is for holders of STCW Certificates of Competency, such as Master, Mate, Deck Officer, Marine Engineer Officer, or Able Seafarer, who require refresher training in fire prevention and fire fighting as per international maritime regulations (Section A-VI/1-2 of STCW 1978, as amended). The course ensures learners can maintain competency in preventing and fighting fires aboard ships using industry-standard techniques and equipment.
Course Content
- Use of various types of portable extinguishers
- Extinguishing small fires (electrical, oil, propane)
- Extinguishing extensive fires with water and nozzles
- Fighting fire in smoke-filled spaces using self-contained breathing apparatus
- Using fog applicators, spray nozzles, dry chemical and foam applicators
- High expansion foam usage onboard a vessel
- Simulated accommodation/engine room fire scenarios with heavy smoke
- Complying with STCW refresher training requirements
Entry Requirements
Current medical examination certificate issued by an approved General Practitioner (e.g. Seafarers Medical or equivalent)
Build towards these roles
Supports maintenance of seafaring roles such as Master, Mate, Deck Officer, Marine Engineer Officer, Able Seafarer under international STCW standards
Build skills in these industries
MaritimeTransportEmergency Response
