AMC Search (Australian Maritime College)
4 days
An intensive 4-day AMSA-approved maritime safety course that equips seafarers with advanced firefighting skills and knowledge to manage fire prevention and coordinate tactical firefighting operations onboard merchant vessels.
Participants must hold a valid STCW Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting Certificate prior to enrollment. Evidence of this prerequisite qualification must be provided upon course registration. No other formal qualifications are required, though practical maritime experience is beneficial.
The course covers advanced fire fighting theory and practical skills including: shipboard fire prevention strategies, tactical fire fighting coordination, use and maintenance of fire fighting equipment, fire detection systems, emergency response procedures, and command-level decision making during fire incidents. Participants engage in both theoretical instruction and hands-on practical exercises to develop competency in managing complex shipboard fire scenarios.
AMC Search is delivered by the Australian Maritime College, a leading maritime training institution with extensive experience in STCW-compliant professional development. The course is AMSA-approved and recognized by major maritime authorities including Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Bermuda, Cayman Islands, Hong Kong, Liberia, Marshall Islands, and Panama. Instructors are contemporary and experienced maritime professionals who merge theoretical knowledge with practical firefighting expertise.
Successful completion enhances career prospects for maritime professionals seeking advancement in shipboard safety roles, fire safety management positions, and command-level responsibilities. The qualification is internationally recognized and supports progression toward senior maritime positions including Master certifications and safety officer roles. Australian residents also receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for MARF044 (Manage firefighting and fire prevention activities on board a vessel).
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