Condition
Using an approved simulator or aboard a ship, given piping diagram for the vessel and fire pump operating procedures.
Performance requirement
| Behavior | Standard |
|---|---|
| The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
|
Identify fire pumps and associated controls available in machinery spaces |
Identify three fire pumps Identify suction and discharge valves Identify control switches |
|
Line up to fire main Start with discharge valve closed | |
|
Monitor the fire pump |
Monitor discharge pressure |
|
Secure the fire pump |
Location
Assessed in EN‑2231 Sea Term II: Marine Engineering.
References
STCW Knowledge, Understanding and Proficiency
NVIC Tasks
- NVIC 07-14 Task 4.2.B Put a main or emergency fire-pump in service
See the Assessment Guidelines for additional specifications of behavior and standards.