SOLAS Fire Training Manual: 2024 [paper]

SOLAS Fire Training Manual

Updated and fully compliant with 2024 SOLAS requirements, and accepted by maritime Administrations worldwide: 

·       Updated to reflect technological advancements, maritime practices, and global changes since 2017

·       Revised sections on extinguishing media, including AFFF foam replacement and lithium-ion vehicle fires.

·       Expanded coverage on fire spread, growth, and ventilation practices.

·       Added section outlining the functions of Integrated Alarm Monitoring and Control Systems (IAMCS) for           enhanced fire response.

·       Updated and expanded guidelines on command, control, and fire team responsibilities.

·       Expanded Fire Safety Operational Booklet includes updates applicable to various vessel types and reference to the new Industrial Personnel (IP) Code and new SOLAS ch. XV. (both effective July 2024).

·       Continued provision for customising the manual to vessel-specific equipment and procedures for compliance.

2024 SOLAS Fire Training Manual 4th Edition sections include the following vessel types:

Fires in Port, Dangerous Goods & IMDG / EmS Schedules, Vehicle, Special Category & Ro-Ro Spaces,
Car-Carrying Vessels, Passenger Vessels, General Cargo (Break Bulk) Vessels, Dry & Bulk Combination Vessels, Container Vessels, Liquefied Gasses in Bulk, Ships using Gases or Other Low-Flashpoint Fuels, Oil Tankers, Chemical Tankers, Tankers – Preventing fire spread to cargo areas, Tankers – Inerting, Purging & Gas-Freeing, Offshore Support Vessels, Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, Special Purpose Ships, & Ships Carrying Industrial Personnel, High Speed Craft, Ship Operating Polar Water, Nuclear Ships & Ships Carrying Radioactive Substances.

These changes reflect the evolving landscape of fire safety in maritime operations. Keeping the manual relevant and effective in addressing emerging challenges and technologies.

Giving the end-user peace of mind that they are up to date on fast-changing regulations and evolving maritime safety practices.