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marine firefighter

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Marine firefighters are responsible for emergency response in case of a fire outbreak or other hazardous situations in marine environments. They actively respond to contain fires and the outbreak of other hazardous on vessels, docks and other marine facilities. They ensure the marine installation complies with health and safety regulations. They also regulate the clean-up of the scene and assess the damage.

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Competences
36
Groups
4
Essential
23
Optional
13

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Essential knowledge 7 competences

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navy operations

The operational procedures and regulations of military naval organisations, on base and on ships during missions.

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Cross-sector

6 competences
fire prevention procedures

The regulations concerning fire and explosion prevention, and the equipment, systems and methods used in it.

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fire safety regulations

The legal rules to be applied for fire safety and fire prevention in a facility.

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fire-fighting systems

The devices and systems used to extinguish fires; the classes and chemistry of fire.

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first aid

The emergency treatment given to a sick or injured person in the case of circulatory and/or respiratory failure, unconsciousness, wounds, bleeding, shock or poisoning.

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health and safety regulations

Necessary health, safety, hygiene and environmental standards and legislation rules in the sector of particular activity.

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hydraulics

The power transmission systems that use the force of flowing liquids to transmit power.

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Essential skills and competences 16 competences

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Sector-specific

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ensure public safety and security

Implement the relevant procedures, strategies and use the proper equipment to promote local or national security activities for the protection of data, people, institutions, and property.

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ensure vessel security

Ensure that security requirements for vessels are met according to legal norms. Check if the security equipment is in place and operational. Communicate with marine engineers to ensure that the technical parts of the vessel functioning effectively and can perform as necessary for the upcoming journey.

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implement fire safety management plans

Implement the arrangements included in detailed fire safety management plans where the process of monitoring fire safety, preventing fire occurring and fire safety standards are described, in order to protect people and properties.

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investigate maritime accidents

Investigate maritime accidents; gather evidence in the event of claims for damages.

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operate marine machinery systems

Operate principles of marine machinery, including marine diesel engine, steam turbine, boiler, shafting installations, propeller, various auxiliaries, steering gear, automatic control systems, and deck machinery. Follow safety and emergency procedures for operation of propulsion plant machinery, including control systems. Prepare, operate, and maintain the following machinery items and control systems: main engine and steam boiler and their associated auxiliaries and steam systems, auxiliary prime movers and associated systems and other auxiliaries like refrigeration, air-conditioning and ventilation systems. Take necessary measures to prevent damage to these systems.

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perform search and rescue missions

Assist in fighting natural and civic disasters, such as forest fires, floods and road accidents. Conduct search-and-rescue missions.

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prevent marine pollution

Conduct inspections and take measures in order to prevent or mitigate marine pollution. Adhere to international codes and resolutions.

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evacuate people from buildings

Evacuate a person from a dangerous building or situation for protection purposes, ensuring the victim reaches safety and is able to receive medical care if necessary.

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extinguish fires

Choose the adequate substances and methods to extinguish fires depending on their size, such as water and various chemical agents. Use a breathing apparatus.

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manage emergency care situations

Manage situations in which decision making under time pressure is essential to save lives.

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manage major incidents

Take immediate action to respond to major incidents that affect the safety and security of individuals in private or public places such as road accidents.

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operate marine communication systems

Operate on board marine communication systems. Communicate with other ships or with on-shore control centre e.g. to send urgent messages concerning safety. Transmit or receive alerts, etc.

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provide first aid

Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation or first aid in order to provide help to a sick or injured person until they receive more complete medical treatment.

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select hazard control

Perform appropriate selection of hazard control measures and risk management

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use different types of fire extinguishers

Understand and apply various methods of firefighting and various types and classes of fire extinguishing equipment.

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work as a team in a hazardous environment

Work together with others in a dangerous, sometimes noisy, environment, such as a building on fire or metal forging facilities, in order to achieve a higher degree of efficiency while heeding the co-workers' safety.

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Optional knowledge 4 competences

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Sector-specific

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dock operations

The different operations that take place in docks, primarily those concerned with the incoming and outgoing of cargo shipments, and the logistics activities relating to cranes, containers, and shipments.

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mechanics of vessels

The mechanical aspects and principles of vessels operations, and the technicalities and mechanical composition of boats and ships.

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types of maritime vessels

Various types of maritime vessels such as container ships, passenger ships and fishing vessels, and their characteristics and specifications, security, technical, and maintenance requirements.

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vessel electrical system

The various components making up a vessel electrical system and the interplay between these components.

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Optional skills and competences 9 competences

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Sector-specific

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install vessel's safety equipment

Install and maintain safety equipment such as bells and horns, deck boxes holding life jackets, life boats or life raft pods, and the Electronic Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB).

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maintain safety systems

Perform activities for the maintenance of fire fighting and related safety systems.

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operate emergency vehicle

Drive and maneuver an emergency vehicle and operate its fixed equipment following standard procedures.

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organise fire drills

Organise emergency procedures, practices and actions that should be performed to safely leave a building in case of fire.

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perform preventive maintenance on fire fighting vehicles

Keep firefighting vehicles ready for use at any time. Maintain all aspects of firefighting vehicles and ensure that vehicles function correctly.

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relay messages through radio and telephone systems

Possess the communication abilities to relay messages through a radio and telephone system.

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educate public on fire safety

Develop and execute educational and promotional plans to educate the public on fire prevention knowledge and methods, fire safety such as the ability to identify hazards and the use of fire safety equipment, and to raise awareness on fire prevention issues.

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operate emergency equipment

Utilise emergency equipment and tools such as fire extinguishers, wheel chocks, pocket lamps, and warning signs.

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perform risk analysis

Identify and assess factors that may jeopardise the success of a project or threaten the organisation's functioning. Implement procedures to avoid or minimise their impact.

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