Course Description:
This advanced course provides in-depth training in firefighting techniques tailored specifically for the oil and gas industry. It focuses on understanding fire behavior in high-risk environments, advanced fire suppression systems, emergency response coordination, and strategic decision-making during large-scale fire incidents. Designed for experienced HSE personnel, fire teams, and emergency response staff, this course ensures preparedness for complex fire emergencies in refineries, offshore platforms, and petrochemical facilities.
Who Should Attend:
- Firefighting Professionals in the Oil & Gas Sector
- HSE and Safety Officers
- Emergency Response Team Members
- Fire Wardens and Safety Supervisors
Training Format:
Instructor-led sessions, hands-on simulations, case studies, group discussions, and multimedia demonstrations.
5-Day Detailed Agenda:
Day 1: Fire Science and Behavior in Oil Facilities
09:00 – 09:30 | Registration and Welcome
09:30 – 11:00 | Principles of Fire Chemistry in Oil Environments
11:00 – 11:15 | Coffee Break
11:15 – 13:00 | Fire Behavior in Hydrocarbon Storage and Processing Units
13:00 – 14:00 | Lunch Break
14:00 – 15:30 | Risk Analysis of Fire Hazards in Refineries and Terminals
15:30 – 16:30 | Case Study: Major Fires in the Oil Sector
Day 2: Advanced Firefighting Tactics & Equipment
09:00 – 10:30 | Specialized Firefighting Equipment for Oil Fires
10:30 – 10:45 | Coffee Break
10:45 – 12:30 | Foam Systems: Types, Application, and Limitations
12:30 – 13:30 | Lunch Break
13:30 – 15:00 | Advanced Nozzle Techniques and Hose Handling
15:00 – 16:30 | Live Demonstration and Equipment Handling
Day 3: Fire Prevention and Protection Systems
09:00 – 10:30 | Fixed Fire Suppression Systems in Oil Facilities
10:30 – 10:45 | Coffee Break
10:45 – 12:30 | Detection Systems, Alarms & Automatic Shutdown
12:30 – 13:30 | Lunch Break
13:30 – 15:00 | Inspection and Maintenance of Fire Protection Equipment
15:00 – 16:30 | Designing Fire Response Plans for High-Risk Zones
Day 4: Emergency Response & Incident Command
09:00 – 10:30 | Emergency Response Plans (ERPs) in Oil Facilities
10:30 – 10:45 | Coffee Break
10:45 – 12:30 | Incident Command Systems (ICS) & Role Assignments
12:30 – 13:30 | Lunch Break
13:30 – 15:30 | Simulation Drill: Coordinated Fire Response
15:30 – 16:30 | Debrief & Lessons Learned from Simulation
Day 5: Strategic Decision-Making and Final Assessment
09:00 – 10:30 | Fire Investigation: Root Cause & Documentation
10:30 – 10:45 | Coffee Break
10:45 – 12:30 | Leadership in Crisis and Command Decision-Making
12:30 – 13:30 | Lunch Break
13:30 – 15:00 | Final Written and Practical Assessment
15:00 – 16:00 | Course Review and Participant Feedback
16:00 – 16:30 | Certificate Distribution and Closing Ceremony
