Programme Information
Next Programme Dates
NFCI Castletownbere, Co Cork
2023
2024
- 17 – 19 April
- 16 – 18 December
NFCI Greencastle, Co Donegal
2023
2024
- 12 – 14 February
- 22 – 24 April
- 08 – 10 Jul
- 23 – 25 September
- 11 – 13 December
Who is this Programme for
Persons working in the seafood industry or public service.
Location(s)
National Fisheries College of Ireland (NFCI), Castletownbere, Co. Cork.
National Fisheries College of Ireland (NFCI), Greencastle, Co. Donegal.
Duration
This course is delivered over 3 days.
Training Methodology
Classroom based theory in fire awareness and practical exercises in firefighting, hose, and BA work.
Certification
On successful completion of the course the student is awarded a STCW Fire Prevention and Firefighting Certificate in accordance with Section A-VI/1 of the STCW Code. The certificate is issued by BIM on behalf of the Department of Transport.
Entry Requirements
- Working in the seafood industry or public service.
- Photographic Identification must be provided prior to commencement of the course, e.g. Drivers licence or Passport.
- Either a Doctors certificate to say they are fit to undertake the course or a valid Seafarers Medical Certificate ENG11.
Fire Fighting training activities consist of the following, which are carried out under supervision and with students wearing appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE) and wearing breathing apparatus.
Fire Fighting drills include:
1. students are exposed to heat and live fire scenarios using breathing apparatus
2. students climb up and down ladders and through crawl spaces
3. students are exposed to confined spaces
All students will be asked to sign a health declaration on commencement of the course.
Progression
This certificate is a mandatory condition for the issue a Deck or Engineering Certificates of Competency.
Assessment
Student assessment will be daily, based on participation in practical modules as required. The student will complete practical assessments and a written exam on the final day.
Fees
€650
Additional information
Additional information will be provided in the joining instructions letter.
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