Advanced Fire Fighting (Refresher)
Code aff-refresher · STCW A-VI/3
5-yearly refresher in advanced fire fighting for officers controlling fire-fighting operations.
- Prerequisites
- aff
- Duration
- 16 hours
- Validity
- 5 years
- Refresher
- every 5 years
- Typical cost
- ~$350 USD
Where to take this course
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Advanced Fire Fighting (Refresher): FAQ
- What is the Advanced Fire Fighting (Refresher) (AFF-REFRESHER) certification?
- 5-yearly refresher in advanced fire fighting for officers controlling fire-fighting operations. Referenced in STCW table A-VI/3. Category: STCW Refresher.
- Who needs AFF-REFRESHER?
- AFF-REFRESHER applies to seafarers in roles defined under STCW table A-VI/3. Recommended prerequisites: aff. Without AFF-REFRESHER, operators may decline to roster you for the relevant duties.
- How long does AFF-REFRESHER take?
- Typical course duration is 16 hours (2 working days at 8h/day). This is face-to-face or blended-learning time at an approved training centre; revalidation refresher courses are usually shorter. Plan against your sea leave window before booking.
- How much does AFF-REFRESHER cost?
- Typical cost is around US$350 at an approved provider. Cost varies widely by country and training centre quality; many shipping companies cover the course fee as part of the contract. Check with your manning agent or fleet department before paying out of pocket.
- Where can I get AFF-REFRESHER?
- AFF-REFRESHER is delivered by approved training centres in most major maritime training countries. Use our /training-centres directory and the certifications-by-country filters to find an approved provider near you. The flag administration of your seaman's book may also publish a list of accepted providers.
- How long is AFF-REFRESHER valid?
- 5 years from issue, with a refresher required every 5 years. Plan your revalidation course before the expiry date; lapsed certificates may require re-sitting the full course rather than a refresher, and operators may refuse to extend a contract while a critical certificate is expired.