The course is designed for personnel intending to work on
Offshore/Onshore installation which forms part of a common
Offshore Safety induction process
Prerequisites
No prior training is required by delegates attending this training
course.
Objective
The course is designed for training and competence in basic knowledge of the causes of fire, and prevention and firefighting techniques as well as risk minimization as well as actions to be taken in the event of a fire or similar emergency. The course is structured with the emphasis on practical exercises designed to instill competence, and theoretical input on basic fire- fighting skills and techniques.
Course content
The course consists of practical and theoretical training and knowledge of:
• Legislation and Legal Duties
• Chemistry of Combustion
• Fire triangle
• Classification & methods of Extinction.
• Actions to be taken in event of fire on-board ship.
• First Aid & classes of Fire
• Hose & Branch handling, exercises multi valve isolation.
• Intro to BA & Operations
• Foam lecture & Practical
Exam
On completion of this course, a written assessment will be taken.
