COURSE OVERVIEW

This practical and highly-interactive course includes real-life case studies and exercises where participants will be engaged in a series of interactive small groups and class workshops.
This course is designed to provide participants with a detailed and up-to-date overview of Fire Fighter Level 1. It covers the safety protocols and chemistry of fire including fire triangle, classifications of fire and combustion processes; the specific types of fire in refineries and other process plants, the basic firefighting equipment including hoses, extinguishers and PPE; the refinery’s emergency communication protocols and systems; the personal protective equipment (PPE) and portable fire extinguishers; and the techniques for deploying, handling and maneuvering hoses and ladder and ground support operations.
During this interactive course, participants will learn the ventilation techniques to control and extinguish fires and foam firefighting applications; extinguishing techniques, breathing apparatus usage and search and rescue operations techniques; the fire pattern recognition, work in teams and risk assessment and management during firefighting operations; the command system (ICS), hazardous materials awareness, first aid and casualty care; the fire prevention, routine inspection and maintenance protocols; the actions taken during drills for learning and improvement and engage in live fire exercise under controlled conditions; the advanced techniques in a live setting; and the emergency evacuation protocols and muster point management.