MED STCW Advanced Firefighting Course (Formerly MED  C)

Topics Covered include:

• firefighting procedures at sea and in port with emphasis on tactics and command
• ventilation control, smoke extraction, control of fuel and electrical systems
• communication and coordination during firefighting operations
• strategies and tactics for controlling fires in various parts of the ship
• fire detection and fixed fire-extinguishing systems
• portable and mobile fire-extinguishing equipment, including appliances, pumps and rescue, salvage, life support, personal protective and communications equipment
• assessing the cause of incidents involving fire
• firefighting involving dangerous goods and fire precautions and hazards associated with storing and handling materials

1. Student must be at least 16 years of age to enroll in this course.
2. Student must have completed the MED STCW Basic Safety Training prior to registering for this course.
3. Student must be clean-shaven for the practical firefighting portion of the course.

35 hours