Airport/Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting


Introduction

  • This training course is beneficial to airport firefighters who would like to improve their Fire Fighter I and II knowledge to be better prepared for the demanding challenges of aircraft rescue and firefighting operations.
  • This course provides the airport fire fighters with necessary knowledge, skills and attitudes to enable them to effectively perform aircraft fire fighting and rescue operation, according to the related standards and procedures.

Objectives

  • Explain typical airport infrastructure, airfield operations and airport communication systems;
  • Understand aircraft construction and design;
  • Understand the concepts, principles and theory of aircraft fire fighting and rescue tactics;
  • Explain the extinguishing effects and application of foam extinguishing agents;
  • Define the level of protection required at airports based on their airport classification as defined by ICAO;
  • Understand the concepts of incident management to include mass casualty management and triage;
  • Understand the concepts and components of an airport emergency plan;
  • Explain the role and responsibility of airport firefighters in aircraft accident investigation;- identify local, state, federal and international laws governing commercial aviation;
  • Implement tactics and strategies, including tactical approach, initial attack, and the selection, application, and management of ARFF extinguishing agents required for aircraft fire suppression and rescue operations;

Who Sould Attend

  • • Civil Aviation Authorities. • Policy Makers. • Aerodrome Operators. • Airport Managers. • Airport Planners. • Airside Technical Personnel. • Airline Ground Operations Team Leaders. • Aerodrome Inspectors. • Airport Authorities. • Airport Emergency Coordinators. • Ground Service Providers. • Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) Officers.

Course Content

  • Module 01: Qualifications for Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting Personnel
  • Module 02: Airport Familiarization
  • Module 03: Aircraft Familiarization
  • Module 04: Extinguishing Agents
  • Module 05: Fire Suppression, Ventilation, and Overhaul

Prerequisite

  • Possess basic technical skills. - be physically capable of performing strenuous work during the Meet the medical requirements of their Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ); - be proficient in English.
Location
Cairo
Course Code
U303
Course Duration
10 Day
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