Refresher courses must be redone periodically to keep a certificate valid. Typically 3 hours.
FPFF Refresher is run by 2 approved institutes in Vanur. One publishes fees, Rs 2,500. Next batch 16 September at Pondicherry Maritime Academy.
A short practical refresher of the fire fighting skills from the original course, confirming a seafarer can still use extinguishers, hoses and breathing apparatus effectively.
Revalidates the certificate. Required every five years.
A valid or recently expired FPFF certificate.

Approvals and durations as published by DG Shipping, and the duration can differ between institutes. Batch dates and fees are as published by each institute and can change — confirm before you travel. Shiplo does not take bookings or payment for courses.