Emergency Communication

Couverture anti-feu

A sheet made of fire-resistant material used to smother small fires by cutting off the oxygen supply, often located in galleys and machinery spaces.

Quick answer: A sheet made of fire-resistant material used to smother small fires by cutting off the oxygen supply, often located in galleys and machinery spaces.

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Quick answer

A sheet made of fire-resistant material used to smother small fires by cutting off the oxygen supply, often located in galleys and machinery spaces.

Why it matters

Couverture anti-feu matters because it supports clear communication in Emergency Communication contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.

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Questions and answers

What is Couverture anti-feu?

In this glossary, Couverture anti-feu refers to: A sheet made of fire-resistant material used to smother small fires by cutting off the oxygen supply, often located in galleys and machinery spaces.

How is Couverture anti-feu used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Équipe cuisine, assurez-vous que la couverture anti-feu est accessible et prête à l’emploi en cas d’incendie d’huile ou électrique."

Why does Couverture anti-feu matter in maritime?

Couverture anti-feu matters because it supports clear communication in Emergency Communication contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.

Who uses Couverture anti-feu?

Couverture anti-feu is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Couverture anti-feu belong to?

In this glossary, Couverture anti-feu is grouped under Emergency Communication. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG and published by Protermify Maritime as a static maritime reference page.

Definition

A sheet made of fire-resistant material used to smother small fires by cutting off the oxygen supply, often located in galleys and machinery spaces.

Operational example

Galley crew, ensure the fire blanket is accessible and ready for use in case of oil or electrical fire.

Localized term

Couverture anti-feu

Localized example

Équipe cuisine, assurez-vous que la couverture anti-feu est accessible et prête à l’emploi en cas d’incendie d’huile ou électrique.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

Exam relevance

  • STCW
  • Marlins Test
  • ISF Watchkeeper
  • GMDSS

Target audience

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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