Advanced Training in Fire Fighting (ATFF) – 2026 Edition

Build confidence in leading shipboard fire response with Marine Pro Academy’s advanced fire-fighting course. Develop a structured approach to assessing changing conditions, coordinating fire parties and protecting people and the vessel, with learning aligned to STCW Regulation VI/3 and Table A-VI/3.

What you will learn

Assess fire behaviour, shipboard hazards and appropriate prevention and response measures.
Coordinate fire-fighting operations through clear command, communication and team accountability.
Understand the safe use and readiness of detection, suppression, fire-main and protective equipment.
Evaluate incident conditions, manage vessel risks and use lessons learned to improve emergency readiness.

Course overview

The 2026 edition combines advanced fire leadership, onboard systems and risk-based decision-making with realistic maritime applications. It supports sound judgement across different shipboard emergencies while keeping personnel safety and vessel-specific procedures central to the response.

Learning format and assessment

100% online, self-paced learning with interactive content, maritime scenarios, knowledge checks and a final assessment. Study on a computer, tablet or mobile device and progress at your own pace.

Estimated duration: 7 hours.

Who should attend

Deck and engine officers, safety personnel, fire-party leaders and crew members assigned responsibility for organising or directing shipboard fire-fighting operations.

Onboard safety guidance

Apply your vessel’s approved emergency procedures, fire control plans and equipment instructions. Work within your assigned role and authorisation, and maintain clear communication and personnel accountability throughout the response.

Certification and processing time

This course is offered with Liberia-approved certification. Certificates are delivered electronically following successful completion, receipt of all required documents and the relevant issuing authority’s verification and approval.

Please allow up to 48 hours for STCW and flag-state-approved certification after successful completion and receipt of all required documents. Processing depends on the issuing authority, time zones and local office working hours. Certification is not immediate, and same-day issuance cannot be guaranteed. Complete your training at least a couple of days before your document submission or deployment deadline.

stcw advanced fire fighting

STCW Advanced Training in Fire Fighting (ATFF) A‑VI/3 – Liberia