Advanced Firefighting Course (Theoretical)
Advanced Firefighting Course (Theoretical)
Fire is one of the greatest risks in the maritime industry, and ship personnel must be fully equipped to handle such emergencies. The Advanced Firefighting Course (Theoretical) is conducted in accordance with STCW 78 Convention Regulation VI/3, Code A-VI/3, and Table A-VI/3. Developed based on IMO Model Course 2.03, this course is mandatory for seafarers who need to manage firefighting operations, organize fire teams, and gain technical knowledge about fire prevention and response.
This course focuses on fire prevention, firefighting tactics, and emergency management onboard ships. The theoretical training covers various fire types that may occur on vessels, methods for fire response, fire team organization, and post-fire reporting procedures in detail.
Participants will learn about fire classifications, extinguishing methods, and firefighting equipment, gaining the necessary competencies to conduct safe operations at sea.
Who Can Participate?
This course is open to seafarers who meet the requirements set forth in the Seafarers’ Regulation and require advanced-level firefighting training. Specifically, it is mandatory for:
- Personnel assigned to firefighting duties on board ships,
- Officers and engineers who will lead firefighting teams,
- Crew members responsible for ship safety and emergency management.
The Primary Objectives of the Training Program
The main objective of this course is to equip trainees with the following competencies:
- Prevent and control fires that may occur on board,
- Effectively manage firefighting systems used in emergencies,
- Organize firefighting teams and lead fire response operations,
- Implement safety measures and evacuation procedures during shipboard fires,
- Learn firefighting techniques in compliance with international regulations and standards.
Training Duration
Total Duration: 3 Days (21 instructional hours)
- Day 1: 7 hours (Theoretical)
- Day 2: 6 hours (Theoretical)
- Day 3: 8 hours (Practical)
Training Content
The training includes theoretical knowledge and simulation-supported practical lessons.
Day 1: Fire Chemistry and Fire Prevention
- Fire classifications and fundamental fire characteristics
- Fire prevention and firefighting equipment
- Fire protection measures
- Fire extinguishing methods (water, foam, gas, and chemical extinguishers)
- Firefighting procedures in port and at sea
- Effects of water-based fire extinguishing on ship stability
Day 2: Firefighting Organization and Risk Management
- Risks that may arise during fire response
- Firefighting methods for hazardous materials
- Organization and training of fire response teams
- Leadership and crisis management in firefighting
- Communication and coordination in firefighting
- Collaboration methods with shore-based fire services
Day 3: Fire Suppression Systems and Practical Training
- Fire detection and suppression systems
- Fixed and portable firefighting equipment
- Maintenance and use of fire extinguishers
- Hands-on fire response exercises with realistic scenarios
- Investigation and reporting of fire incidents
Evaluation and Certification
At the end of the course, an exam will be conducted in accordance with the Seafarer Training Courses Regulation. Participants who successfully pass the exam will be awarded a “Course Completion Certificate” approved by the Ministry of Transport, Maritime Affairs, and Communications.
Why EKOL Maritime?
EKOL Maritime has been a well-established institution providing education under the Ministry of Transport, Maritime Affairs, and Communications and the Ministry of National Education since 1997. It is a maritime training center that equips seafarers with expertise, offering hands-on training opportunities in compliance with international standards.
Advantages of EKOL Maritime:
✔ Expert Instructor Team: 35 expert instructors with sectoral experience and academic backgrounds.
✔ Practical Training: A modern training center in Beykoz with specialized equipment for fire safety, life-saving, and cargo handling applications.
✔ Experienced Training Institution: Provides internship and employment support to guide trainees in their professional careers.
✔ Internationally Recognized Certificates: Certification in compliance with STCW and IMO standards.
✔ İŞKUR-Supported Employment Guidance Service: Free employment assistance.
Are you ready to take the next step in your career?
Gemi Aşçılığı Eğitimi
Gemi Aşçılığı Eğitimi, gemi mutfağında çalışacak aşçı adaylarının; denizcilik ve gemi aşçılığı alanında ihtiyaç duyulan bilgi, beceri ve yetkinlikleri kazanması amacıyla düzenlenmektedir. Eğitim, MLC 2006 CONVENTION Title-3 Regulation 3.2 ILO CERTIFICATION OF SHIP’S COOK 1946 No: 68 & 69, STCW 78, SOLAS 74, MARPOL 73/78 ve ilgili ulusal mevzuat (1739 sayılı Millî Eğitim Temel Kanunu, 3308 sayılı Mesleki Eğitim Kanunu, 5580 sayılı Özel Öğretim Kurumları Kanunu vb.) temelinde verilmektedir.
Course Provider: Organization
Course Provider Name: EKOL Denizcilik
Course Provider URL: https://ekoldenizcilik.com.tr/
Course Mode: Onsite
Course Workload: PT40H
Duration: PT5H
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