Marine Firefighter Protective Services Workers
SaveWhat Does a Marine Firefighter Do?
Marine firefighters are responsible for emergency response in case of a fire outbreak or other hazardous situations in marine environments. They actively respond to contain fires and the outbreak of other hazardous on vessels, docks and other marine facilities. They ensure the marine installation complies with health and safety regulations. They also regulate the clean-up of the scene and assess the damage.
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Where Do I Start?
Hydraulics
The power transmission systems that use the force of flowing liquids to transmit power.
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These are common skills for this role. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box — use this as a guide, not a checklist.
Skills You Need to Become a Marine Firefighter
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialHydraulics knowledge
The power transmission systems that use the force of flowing liquids to transmit power.
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EssentialFire Prevention Procedures knowledge
The regulations concerning fire and explosion prevention, and the equipment, systems and methods used in it.
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EssentialFirst Aid knowledge
The emergency treatment given to a sick or injured person in the case of circulatory and/or respiratory failure, unconsciousness, wounds, bleeding, shock or poisoning.
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EssentialHealth And Safety Regulations knowledge
Necessary health, safety, hygiene and environmental standards and legislation rules in the sector of particular activity.
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EssentialNavy Operations knowledge
The operational procedures and regulations of military naval organisations, on base and on ships during missions.
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EssentialFire-fighting Systems knowledge
The devices and systems used to extinguish fires; the classes and chemistry of fire.
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EssentialFire Safety Regulations knowledge
The legal rules to be applied for fire safety and fire prevention in a facility.
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EssentialEnsure Public Safety And Security skill
Implement the relevant procedures, strategies and use the proper equipment to promote local or national security activities for the protection of data, people, institutions, and property.
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EssentialExtinguish Fires skill
Choose the adequate substances and methods to extinguish fires depending on their size, such as water and various chemical agents. Use a breathing apparatus.
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EssentialManage Major Incidents skill
Take immediate action to respond to major incidents that affect the safety and security of individuals in private or public places such as road accidents.
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EssentialPerform Search And Rescue Missions skill
Assist in fighting natural and civic disasters, such as forest fires, floods and road accidents. Conduct search-and-rescue missions.
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EssentialProvide First Aid skill
Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation or first aid in order to provide help to a sick or injured person until they receive more complete medical treatment.
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EssentialSelect Hazard Control skill
Perform appropriate selection of hazard control measures and risk management
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EssentialUse Different Types Of Fire Extinguishers skill
Understand and apply various methods of firefighting and various types and classes of fire extinguishing equipment.
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EssentialWork As A Team In A Hazardous Environment skill
Work together with others in a dangerous, sometimes noisy, environment, such as a building on fire or metal forging facilities, in order to achieve a higher degree of efficiency while …
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EssentialEnsure Vessel Security skill
Ensure that security requirements for vessels are met according to legal norms. Check if the security equipment is in place and operational. Communicate with marine engineers to ensure that the …
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EssentialEvacuate People From Buildings skill
Evacuate a person from a dangerous building or situation for protection purposes, ensuring the victim reaches safety and is able to receive medical care if necessary.
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EssentialInvestigate Maritime Accidents skill
Investigate maritime accidents; gather evidence in the event of claims for damages.
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EssentialManage Emergency Care Situations skill
Manage situations in which decision making under time pressure is essential to save lives.
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EssentialOperate Marine Communication Systems skill
Operate on board marine communication systems; communicate with other ships or with on-shore control centre e.g. to send urgent messages concerning safety; transmit or receive alerts, etc.
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EssentialOperate Marine Machinery Systems skill
Operate principles of marine machinery, including marine diesel engine, steam turbine, boiler, shafting installations, propeller, various auxiliaries, steering gear, automatic control systems, and deck machinery. Follow safety and emergency procedures …
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EssentialPrevent Marine Pollution skill
Conduct inspections and take measures in order to prevent or mitigate marine pollution. Adhere to international codes and resolutions.
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Optional Skills (5 of 12 displayed)
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OptionalMechanics Of Vessels knowledge
The mechanics involved in boats and ships. Understand the technicalities and participate in discussions over related topics in order to solve problems related to the mechanics.
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OptionalVessel Electrical System knowledge
The various components making up a vessel electrical system and the interplay between these components.
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OptionalTypes Of Maritime Vessels knowledge
Know a large variety of maritime vessels and their characteristics and specifications. Use that knowledge to ensure that all security, technical, and maintenance measures are taken into account in their …
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OptionalDock Operations knowledge
Know operations that take place in docks, primarily those concerned with the incoming and outgoing of cargo shipments. Know logistics activities relating to cranes, containers, and shipments.
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OptionalEducate Public On Fire Safety skill
Develop and execute educational and promotional plans to educate the public on fire prevention knowledge and methods, fire safety such as the ability to identify hazards and the use of …
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OptionalMaintain Safety Systems skill
Perform activities for the maintenance of fire fighting and related safety systems.
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OptionalPerform Risk Analysis skill
Identify and assess factors that may jeopardise the success of a project or threaten the organisation's functioning. Implement procedures to avoid or minimise their impact.
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OptionalRelay Messages Through Radio And Telephone Systems skill
Possess the communication abilities to relay messages through a radio and telephone system.
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OptionalInstall Vessel's Safety Equipment skill
Install and maintain safety equipment such as bells and horns, deck boxes holding life jackets, life boats or life raft pods, and the Electronic Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB).
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OptionalOperate Emergency Equipment skill
Utilise emergency equipment and tools such as fire extinguishers, wheel chocks, pocket lamps, and warning signs.
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OptionalOperate Emergency Vehicle skill
Drive and maneuver an emergency vehicle and operate its fixed equipment following standard procedures.
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OptionalPerform Preventive Maintenance On Fire Fighting Vehicles skill
Keep firefighting vehicles ready for use at any time. Maintain all aspects of firefighting vehicles and ensure that vehicles function correctly.
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