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About this course

This course covers the strategy and tactics of fire fighting from the point of view of the senior officer, allowing discussion and review of the management of on-board fire risk. 

Emphasis is placed on four interactive command and control exercises using ship's plans and communications. The exercises simulate fire scenarios using portable radios for communication purposes and will enable you to further develop your skills in dealing with the strategy and tactics of fire fighting. 

What you'll learn

At the end of your training, you should: 

  • be up to date on the latest fire fighting developments and equipment, 
  • understand the requirements for effective management of the on-board fire risk, and 
  • have the knowledge to implement the strategy and tactics to be used in fire fighting.

Course information

  • Next available date

    On demand

  • Duration

    Flexible

  • Price

    On-request

  • Prerequisites

    None

Course availability

Please contact our short course sales team for more information around course availability.wms.shortcoursesales@solent.ac.uk
+44 (0)23 8201 3074

Contact us

Please contact our short course sales team if you require more information about this course.

Online bookings will be confirmed with joining information within one working day of the booking being made. Confirmation of payment should be received in the normal way.

Please ensure that you follow the booking process and do not enter payment details more than once, unless you are booking more than one course. If you experience any issues, please email wms.shortcoursesales@solent.ac.uk.

Admissions Team


Normal office hours are (UK time):

08.30 - 17.00 Monday to Thursday
08.30 - 16.30 Friday