STCW Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting
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Course Overview
This model course aims to provide the training for candidates in fire prevention and fighting in accordance with Section A-Vi/i of the STCW Code.
Objective
This syllabus covers the requirements of the 1995 STCW Convention Chapter VI, Section A-VI/1, paragraph 2 and Table A-VI/1-2. On meeting the minimum standard of competence in fire prevention and fire fighting, a trainee will be competent to take appropriate measures for the safety of personnel and of the ship and to use fire appliances correctly. The trainee will also have a knowledge of fire prevention.
Entry standards
The course is open to all seafarers and prospective seafarers and should be completed prior to employment on a sea-going ship. All trainees must be certified by a doctor to be in good health.