Advanced Fire Fighting (USCG-Approved) Please note that this course is NOT MCA approved – Course Overview

The Advanced Fire Fighting course is a four-day USCG-approved course designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Code for advanced-level training in fire prevention and firefighting management. This course focuses on the skills of command, control, and coordination during fire emergencies aboard a vessel. Students will develop the knowledge and leadership abilities needed to manage firefighting operations effectively, train and organize fire parties, inspect and maintain fire detection and extinguishing systems, and investigate and report fire-related incidents.

Key Learning Objectives:

• Control firefighting operations onboard a ship.
• Organize and train fire parties for emergency response.
• Inspect and service fire detection and extinguishing systems and equipment.
• Investigate and compile reports on incidents involving fire.

This course is intended for:

• Support-level mariners upgrading to operational-level Mates or Engineers.
• Management-level Chief Mates, Engineers, and Masters seeking STCW endorsements.

What to Expect: It is important to note that this course emphasizes firefighting management and coordination rather than extensive live fire suppression training. Students can expect one day of field exercises, focusing on developing leadership roles and decision-making in fire training scenarios. The remaining days prioritize classroom learning and strategic planning for fire emergencies.

Example Scenarios Include:

• Coordinating emergency responses to engine room fires during port operations.
• Leading search and rescue efforts while managing fire suppression activities.
• Addressing hazards associated with toxic gases, heat, and smoke during shipboard fires.

Any applicant who has successfully completed Advanced Fire Fighting (MARTPT-15) course will satisfy the following:

• The Advanced Fire Fighting training requirements of 46 CFR 11.303(a); AND
• The equivalent of all Tasks from the Advanced Fire Fighting NVIC 09-14; AND
• Task17.3 from NVlCs 10-14, 11-14 and 03-18; AND
• Tasks 9.1.A-9.4.A from NVIC 13-14; AND
• Tasks 13.1.B and 13.1.C from NVICs 15-14 and 16-14; AND
• Task 12.1.A from NVIC 17-14; AND
• The Advanced Fire Fighting training requirements of Section A-VI/3 and Table A-Vl/3 of the STCW Code, as amended 2010.

Applicants who have successfully completed your course need not present completed "Task Control Sheets" for these assessments in application for STCW certification.