Function: Advanced fire fighting
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Control fire-fighting operations aboard ships |
X1.01 Fire-fighting procedures at sea and in port, with particular emphasis on organization, tactics and command |
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X1.02 Use of water for fire-extinguishing, the effect on ship stability, precautions and corrective procedures |
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X1.03 Communication and coordination during fire-fighting operations |
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X1.04 Ventilation control, including smoke extraction |
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X1.05 Control of fuel and electrical systems |
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X1.06 Fire-fighting process hazards (dry distillation, chemical reactions, boiler uptake fires, etc.) |
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X1.07 Fire fighting involving dangerous goods |
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X1.08 Fire precautions and hazards associated with the storage and handling of materials (paints, etc.) |
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X1.09 Management and control of injured persons |
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X1.10 Procedures for coordination with shore-based fire fighters |
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Organize and train fire parties |
X2.1 Preparation of contingency plans |
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X2.2 Composition and allocation of personnel to fire parties |
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X2.3 Strategies and tactics for control of fires in various parts of the ship |
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Inspect and service fire-detection and fire-extinguishing systems and equipment |
X3.1 Fire-detection systems; fixed fire-extinguishing systems; portable and mobile fire-extinguishing equipment, including appliances, pumps and rescue, salvage, life-support, personal protective and communication equipment |
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X3.2 Requirements for statutory and classification surveys |
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Investigate and compile reports on incidents involving fire |
X4.1 Assessment of cause of incidents involving fire |