Training in Advanced Firefighting

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From £1082

Course Overview

Advanced Firefighting (AFF) trains maritime personnel to extinguish major fires aboard ship, using specialist equipment and advanced tactical methods. Fulfils STCW Regulation A-VI/3 requirements for officers and crew on commercial vessels requiring demonstrated competency in fire suppression and emergency response.

Prerequisites

  • Basic Safety Training (STCW A-VI/1) completion
  • Minimum 12 months sea service (recommended)
  • Medical fitness and physical capability
  • Age 18 or over

What You'll Learn

  • Advanced fire chemistry and combustion theory
  • Specialist firefighting equipment operation
  • Shipboard fire detection and suppression systems
  • Incident command and team coordination
  • Smoke diving and respiratory protection techniques
  • Practical scenario-based suppression exercises

Key Facts

Duration
5 days
Typical Cost
£1082–£1099
Issuing Body
STCW/UK MCA
Certificate
Advanced Fire Fighting (AFF)
Revalidation: Required every 5 years; 2-day refresher course maintains competency.

Available Course Dates

Date School Location Price
22 Jun 2026 – 25 Jun 2026 Warsash Maritime School — Solent University Warsash, United Kingdom £1082 Book →
13 Jul 2026 – 16 Jul 2026 Warsash Maritime School — Solent University Warsash, United Kingdom £1082 Book →
3 Aug 2026 – 6 Aug 2026 Warsash Maritime School — Solent University Warsash, United Kingdom £1082 Book →
7 Sep 2026 – 10 Sep 2026 Warsash Maritime School — Solent University Warsash, United Kingdom £1099 Book →
21 Sep 2026 – 24 Sep 2026 Warsash Maritime School — Solent University Warsash, United Kingdom £1099 Book →
19 Oct 2026 – 22 Oct 2026 Warsash Maritime School — Solent University Warsash, United Kingdom £1099 Book →
9 Nov 2026 – 12 Nov 2026 Warsash Maritime School — Solent University Warsash, United Kingdom £1099 Book →
23 Nov 2026 – 26 Nov 2026 Warsash Maritime School — Solent University Warsash, United Kingdom £1099 Book →
30 Nov 2026 – 3 Dec 2026 Warsash Maritime School — Solent University Warsash, United Kingdom £1099 Book →
5 Jan 2027 – 8 Jan 2027 Warsash Maritime School — Solent University Warsash, United Kingdom £1099 Book →
25 Jan 2027 – 28 Jan 2027 Warsash Maritime School — Solent University Warsash, United Kingdom £1099 Book →
22 Feb 2027 – 25 Feb 2027 Warsash Maritime School — Solent University Warsash, United Kingdom £1099 Book →
1 Mar 2027 – 4 Mar 2027 Warsash Maritime School — Solent University Warsash, United Kingdom £1099 Book →
26 Apr 2027 – 29 Apr 2027 Warsash Maritime School — Solent University Warsash, United Kingdom £1099 Book →
10 May 2027 – 13 May 2027 Warsash Maritime School — Solent University Warsash, United Kingdom £1099 Book →
24 May 2027 – 27 May 2027 Warsash Maritime School — Solent University Warsash, United Kingdom £1099 Book →
14 Jun 2027 – 17 Jun 2027 Warsash Maritime School — Solent University Warsash, United Kingdom £1099 Book →
21 Jun 2027 – 24 Jun 2027 Warsash Maritime School — Solent University Warsash, United Kingdom £1099 Book →
28 Jun 2027 – 1 Jul 2027 Warsash Maritime School — Solent University Warsash, United Kingdom £1099 Book →
12 Jul 2027 – 15 Jul 2027 Warsash Maritime School — Solent University Warsash, United Kingdom £1099 Book →

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Schools Offering This Course

Warsash Maritime School — Solent University
Warsash, United Kingdom
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