Fire Fighting & Smoke Procedures

After the course, you will:

• Be able to identify different types of fire

• Know possible sources of fire and be able to identify them

• Be able to exercise firefighting procedures and use a proper type of extinguisher

• Know fire prevention techniques

• Be familiar with crew procedures and responsibilities when fighting the fire

• Know the importance of the appropriate preparation of firefighting equipment

• Be aware of the importance of communication and cooperation between crew members

• Know how to operate in a smoke environment

• Be aware of the intoxication hazard of fire and smoke

  Be aware of possible fire sources in the aircraft exterior

The practical part of training is carried out in a real firefighting trainer (RFFT) at BAA Training HQ in Vilnius, Lithuania.

• Practical extinguishing of different potential cabin fire risk areas (oven, overhead baggage compartment, lavatory, open fire)

• Actual usage of firefighting and smoke protection equipment, including PBE

• Actual smoke procedures training, donning, and practical use of protective breathing equipment (PBE) in enclosed, dark, smoke-filled environments

Sources of fire and smoke are set by the instructor.