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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Carry out fire fighting management activities on a sea going vessel 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
264856  Carry out fire fighting management activities on a sea going vessel 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Maritime Operations 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 11 - Services Transport, Operations and Logistics 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 3  NQF Level 03  4 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2018-07-01  2023-06-30  SAQA 06120/18 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-06-30   2027-06-30  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
The person credited with this unit standard will be able to control fire fighting operations on board ship and organise, train fire parties. They will also be able to inspect and service fire detection, extinguishing systems and equipment, and investigate and compile reports on incidents involving shipboard fires.

The qualifying learner is capable of:
  • Describing the control of fire fighting operations on board ship.
  • Describing emergency procedures on board ship.
  • Organising and training fire parties.
  • Inspecting and maintaining fire fighting equipment.
  • Investigating and compiling reports on incidents involving shipboard fires. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    Learners accessing this qualification will have demonstrated competence in:
  • Communication at NQF Level 2 or equivalent.
  • Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 2 or equivalent. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    The following scope and context applies to the whole unit standard:
  • This unit standard involves the competence to deal with fire fighting management activities on a sea going vessel and can demonstrate competence by practical exercises and instruction conducted under approved and truly realistic training conditions (e.g simulated shipboard conditions) using approved equipment and systems and in darkness. 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Describe the control of fire fighting operations on board ship. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Fire-fighting procedures at sea and in port are explained with reference to organisation, tactics and command. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The effects of using water for fire extinguishing are explained with seagoing maritime specific examples. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The requirements for good communications and coordination during fire fighting operations are explained in terms of the impact on operations. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Communications may include but is not limited to the use of hand held radios, telephones, talk-back systems, radio telephone and VHF, cell phone and loud speakers.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Fire-fighting process hazards are explained in terms of their effects on the fire fighting activity. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    How to deal with engine room fires is explained with examples in terms of vessel design and operational specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The fire precautions and hazards are explained in terms of the storage and handling of flammable ship's stores. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Fire precautions and hazards may include but are not limited to action of heat, water, oil, steam, carbon dioxide, foam, sand individually or in connection with each other on various chemicals; reactions of some cargoes with fire-fighting agents, oxidizing cargoes which may sustain a fire even when fire is smothered by extinguishing gas and spontaneous combustion of certain cargoes when exposed to air or when wet production of methane from coal cargoes.
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Describe emergency procedures on board ship. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The use of the appropriate reference material/publications are explained in terms of determining the correct response for a fire for a given substance or cargo. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Should include but not limited to Emergency Procedures for Ships Carrying Dangerous Goods, emergency schedules of the Code of Safe Practise for Solid Bulk Cargoes and general index if International Maritime Dangerous Goods Guide.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The necessity to manage and ensure the control of injured persons is explained with examples of the impact to life. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The process of preparing contingency plans and what needs to be taken in to account is explained with examples in terms of vessel design and operational specifications. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Contingency plans may include but is not limited to the assessment of areas of high risk of fire, areas where fire will endanger life, areas of danger if on fire or exposed to heat, availability of portable appliances in these areas to fight fires, use of fixed systems for major fires in these areas, rescue of victims from the affected area and evaluation of when to evacuate personnel from the fire.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The order of priority, timing and sequence of actions is explained with examples appropriate to the overall requirements of the incident and to minimize damage and potential damage to the ship, injuries to personnel and impairment of the operational effectiveness of the ship. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    How prompt, accurate, complete and clear transmission of information is achieved is explained in terms of emergency procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    How personal safety is safeguarded at all times is explained in terms of fire control activities. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Organise and train fire parties. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The allocation of personnel to fire parties is explained with examples in terms of experience, physical characteristics, knowledge and legal requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Fire control parties are created according to emergency plans and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Strategies and tactics for control of fires in various parts of the ship are determined according to the requirements of the ship and cargo. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Ship personnel are trained in fire fighting techniques in accordance with shipboard requirements. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Fire fighting techniques may include but are not limited to the use of different techniques for fighting different types of fire and handling different burning processes.
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Inspect and maintain fire fighting equipment. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Fire fighting equipment may include but is not limited to fire alarms, fire detection equipment, portable and semi-portable fire-extinguishers, fireman's outfits, fire control plans and safety wallet, emergency fire pumps, emergency generators, salvage pumps, resuscitation equipment, emergency communication systems. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    How the operational effectiveness of all fire detection and extinguishing systems and equipment is maintained is explained in accordance with performance specification and legislative requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The different types of fire fighting equipment are inspected in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and legislative requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The different types of fire fighting equipment are maintenance and serviced in accordance with manufacturers specifications. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Servicing may include but not limited to routine testing and basic fault finding.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The requirements of statutory and classification surveys are explained in terms of how these are. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Records of inspections, services, surveys and maintenance schedules are maintained in accordance with legislative and organisational requirements. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Investigate and compile reports on incidents involving shipboard fires. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    An incident involving a fire is assessed is in terms of the cause of an incident. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    The assessment may include but is not limited to timetable of the fire, fire watch, fire fighting operations, times of events, actions taken, position and nature of the fire, results of actions, follow-up procedures, fire fighting equipment state and use, personnel involved, casualties, number and cause and nature of injuries, damage to ship and to cargo, estimated damage caused by fire fighting operations compared to damage caused by fire and the extent to which ship or any ship's services have been effected by the fire.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    A report of such an incident is compiled in accordance with ships procedures and legislative requirements. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Report may include but is not limited to analysis and discussion of the facts, conclusions drawn from analysis and discussion.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The effectiveness of countermeasures is evaluated in accordance with ships procedures and legislative requirements. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Countermeasures may include but is not limited to recommendations on actions to avoid recurrence of incident and recommendations to improve fire prevention and fire fighting procedures.
     


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • An individual wishing to be assessed (including through RPL) against this unit standard may apply to an assessment agency, assessor or provider institution accredited by the relevant ETQA.
  • Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard or assessing this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA.
  • Moderation of assessment will be conducted by the relevant ETQA at its discretion. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • The relevant sections of associated Maritime legislation pertaining to fires aboard a vessel.
  • General maritime proactive safety awareness relative to fellow mariners, vessels and environment.
  • Fire-fighting procedures at sea and in port with particular emphases on organisation, tactics and command.
  • The use of water for fire extinguishing considering but not limited to the effect on ship stability.
  • Fire-fighting process hazards including amongst others but not limited to dry distillation and chemical reactions.
  • How to deal with engine room fires.
  • Know the use of Emergency Procedures for Ships Carrying Dangerous Goods, emergency schedules of the Code of Safe Practise for Solid Bulk Cargoes and general index if International Maritime Dangerous Goods Guide in determining the correct response for a fire in a given substance or cargo.
  • Know the fire precautions and hazards associated with storage and handling of flammable ship's stores including approved storage areas, approved handling methods and prohibited storage areas. 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems pertaining to sub-standard and hazardous conditions aboard a ship and in the assessment thereof and when needing to take appropriate action. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
  • Work effectively with others in the process of training them for fire fighting activities.
  • The ability and willingness of the candidate to accept and interpret work instructions correctly. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one's activities in such a way so as to indicate what methods, tools and personal protective equipment is required. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    The Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information from visual and physical examinations and constantly evaluate the changing situation and for the compilation of reports. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively with the relevant personnel with regard to the reporting of hazards and sub-standard conditions and any situations where an emergency or incident occurs as well as when submitting the required reports. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology to communicate matters regarding an incident or emergency and for the recording of information for reports. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems where the inadequate training of personnel in fire related matters may have dire consequences to both people and the organisation. 

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    N/A 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Elective  67329   National Certificate: Inshore Maritime Operations  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2015-06-30  TETA 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
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