The course is designed to give trainees a basic understanding of types of fire, methods of extinguishing, and onboard fire fighting equipment. Including equipment maintenance, the use of breathing apparatus and search and rescue skills. The course will advance to train a comprehensive understanding of the theory of fires as it applies to a shipboard environment, and will include elements of command and control together with the importance of stability and ship integrity. The course is structured around a number of practical exercises, rescue techniques, casualty evacuation practices, live fire exercises, and refilling portable fire extinguishers.

On completion of the training, the trainees will have sufficient knowledge and understanding to enable them:

a) Control Fire Fighting aboard ship

b) Organize and Train Fire Parties

c) Inspect and service fire extinguishing systems and equipment

d) Investigate and compile reports on incidents involving fire