Objective

During the course delegates will learn and demonstrate to a level of competence on how to operate fire fighting and fire protection equipment and how to deal with various fire situations onboard installations. Emphasis will be on leading and controlling fire/emergency response teams.

Target Group

This course is designed for personnel designated as Fire and Emergency Response Team leader on offshore installations.

Prerequisites

All delegates must be in possession of a valid medical and Fire and Emergency Response Team leader on offshore installations.

Examination

N/A

Course Contents

Fire Team Leader's Role and Responsibilities

Teamwork, Leadership and Discipline

Human Behaviour under Stress

Assessment, Planning, Control and Organization

Communications Procedures

Breathing Apparatus Control Procedures

Heat, Humidity and Safety of Fire Teams

Pressurized Liquids and Gas Fires

Compartmental Fire Fighting

Search and Rescue

Non-Fire Incidents

Closed Containers and Vessel Fire Fighting

Hazardous Materials