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MEASURING THE EXTENT OF THE KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF
THE BSMT STUDENTS OF THE SHIP’S FIXED INSTALLATIONS AND OTHER
FIRE-FIGHTING APPLIANCES AND AGENTS ONBOARD
A Thesis Presented to the Faculty of the
College of Marine Transportation
University of Cebu – LM
Mandaue City, Cebu
Philippines
In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of
Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation
By:
Abao, Erick John
Acojedo, Jinro
Bacalso, Vincent
Plarisan, Francis Earl
Rengel, Darle Jon
31 May 2021
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Approval Sheet i
Acknowledgement ii
Dedication iii
Abstract iv
CHAPTER 1
THE PROBLEM AND ITS SCOPE
INTRODUCTION
Rationale of the Study 1
Theoretical Background 2
Review of the related Literature 3
THE PROBLEM
Statement of the Problem 5
Significance of the Study 6
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
Research Design 7
Research Environment 7
Research Respondents 7
Research Instruments 7
Research Procedure 7
DEFINITION OF TERMS 8
CHAPTER 2 9-11
PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS AND
INTERPRETATION OF DATA
CHAPTER 3 CONCLUSIONS AND 12-13
RECOMMENDATIONS
REFERENCES 14
APPENDICES
Appendix A: Transmittal Letter 15

Appendix B: Form 2s, Form 3s, Form 4s 16-18
Appendix C: Survey Questionnaires 20
Appendix D: Research Environment / Location Map 25
Appendix E: Curriculum Vitae 26
LIST OF TABLES, CHARTS AND FIGURES
Tables Description
1.1 Likert Scale Quiz type Survey Summary 10
1.2 Multiple-choice Quiz Type Survey Summary 11
2.1 Ranks the topics that has a rate of below Very Good 12
2.2 Scores of Below Satisfactory. 12
Charts Description
1 Gender of Respondents 9
Figure Description
1 Age of Respondents 9
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APPROVAL SHEET
IN PARTIAL FULFILLMENT of the requirements for the Degree of Bachelor of Science in
Marine Transportation, this research entitled “MEASURING THE EXTENT OF THE
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF THE BSMT STUDENTS OF THE SHIP’S
FIXED INSTALLATIONS AND OTHER FIRE FIGHTING APPLIANCES AND
AGENTS ONBOARD”, prepared and submitted by VINCENT D. BACALSO has been
examined, accepted and approved from ORAL DEFENSE.
OMAR JAMES A. CARAYO, MEd-ESL

Adviser
ACCEPTED AS partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Degree of

Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation.
CAPT. EDGARDO M. ENRIQUEZ

Dean, College of Maritime Education
APPROVED by the tribunal at Oral Examination with the grade of PASSED.
PANEL OF EXAMINERS
REY Q. ARANZADO, MST

Chairman
ROMEL ATABAY, MST ENGR. VIRGINIA DELA CERNA,

Member 1 MST-MATH
Member 2
OMAR JAMES A. CARAYO, MEd-ESL

Program Research Coordinator
CAPT. EDGARDO M. ENRIQUEZ

Dean, College of Maritime Education DR. ROEL A. MONSANTO
Research Director
Date: April 24, 2021

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
First and foremost, may all the glory belong to the highest, for the blessings and good
fate he bestowed upon us throughout our research work to complete the research successfully.
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to our research teacher, Mr. Omar James
Carayo MedSPED/MAESL for giving us the opportunity to do research and for consistently
providing us with invaluable guidance throughout this research. His patience in responding to our
queries have been very appreciative to us. Without his wisdom and humor, our research
experience and skills would barren and dull. It was a great and humbling experience to be a
mentee of Mr. Carayo. We are beyond grateful to study under his guidance. We are also
extending our heartfelt thanks to his family for their understanding whenever we have to ask
queries beyond his class schedule. We know time for family is very precious, and for that we are
thankful for his sacrifices beyond a teacher can do.
We are also extremely grateful for our parents and love ones for their support on our
endeavors in life. For who we are today, is a result of their sacrifices and love for us. We are
forever in debt for the love they have devoted to us. No words or phrase can explain how grateful
we are for having a loving and caring parent like them.
Lastly, we would like to thank the respondents and panelists who were the primary key to
the success of this thesis. We are grateful for having an understanding and participative
respondent. To the panelist, with their experience and wisdom, we are humbled to be guided and
corrected by them. To all that have been part of this thesis, we are truly grateful. Our success is
also yours.
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DEDICATION
This research endeavor is dedicated to the parents, students, admin, and staff of the
University of Cebu Lapu-Lapu and Mandaue.
To the parents - for their unwavering love and support, for motivating and financially
sustaining us.
To the students – for helping us in completing our research by agreeing to participate and
cooperate.
To the admin and staff – We'd like to thank the administration and staff of the University
of Cebu Lapu-Lapu and Mandaue for their cooperation. Without your help, none of this would be
possible.
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ABSTRACT
Measuring the respondents’ knowledge in terms of Ship Installation and other Fire
Fighting Appliances and Agents on board is the prime objective of this research. The researchers’
goal is to get the answers from the BSMT students more specifically in the third year. The
motivation of this research is to get the result whether how ready the future seafarers are and how
they will be able to handle strategies and how they navigate a certain situation that links with
Ship Installations and any Fire Fighting Appliances that is on board. The primary subject matter
includes: Fire detection and Alarm Systems, Fire Alarms, Fixed Automatic Sprinklers, Fixed
Steam System, Fixed foam extinguishers, Fixed CO2 system, Fire flaps and dampers, Automatic
and manual fire doors and Emergency shut off valves, pump stops and engine stops. After all, this
proposal will benefit every student that is under this course, by measuring the examinees with this
factual information and keeping the study a relevant one.
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CHAPTER 1
THE PROBLEM AND ITS SCOPE
INTRODUCTION
Rationale of the Study
The STCW or the Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping came into
force in 1978 as Governments agreed to standardize training around the world. STCW Basic
Safety Training, as it is known today is required by all seafarers who are working on board
commercial ships or Superyachts. That is why it is not only vital but also necessary that deck
cadet students must be knowledgeable about the ship’s fixed installations and other firefighting
appliances and agents on board so that they may able to perform their duty well with high regard
to safety standards. According to Bhattacharjee (2020), generally, a part of the 3rd Mate’s duties
and responsibilities, lifesaving appliances (LSA) and firefighting appliances (FFA) are assigned
to the cadets so that they learn the procedures of noting down expiry dates, carrying out repair
work, checking for any defects, emailing the company for ordering new products, etc. In the
process, a cadet ends up learning a great deal about how each piece of equipment functions and
also a lot about the lifeboats, life rafts, pyrotechnics, SOLAS Regulations, etc. All such
information ends up being extremely useful when appearing for the 2nd Mates’s examination. In
conclusion, the assessment of how much the student had learned about the ship’s safety
awareness and other firefighting appliances and agents on board will have a great impact in
his/her apprenticeship as well as on his/her future career as a seafarer. Knowledge and safety-
awareness are primary weapons that not only the deck cadet must have but as well as the officers
on board for them to flourish in their maritime career. As early as possible, adequate training and
moral disciplining are vital.
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Theoretical Background
This study is anchored to Bruner’s Constructivism theory (2015), Constructivism as a

paradigm or worldview posits that humans construct knowledge and meaning from their
experiences. In providing students with interactive learning regarding the ship’s fixed
installations and other firefighting appliances and agents onboard students may able to have
efficient learning and will equip them with knowledge when they got on board.
According to Kolb (2017), Experiential learning theory is the process whereby

knowledge is created through the transformation of experience. In the process of learning, deck
cadets can also acquire valuable insight regarding the ship’s fixed
installations and other firefighting appliances and agents on board.
According to Kelly (1950), Personal construct theory suggests that people develop
personal constructs about how the world works, then use these constructs to make sense of their
observations and experiences. By providing deck cadets with additional information regarding the
ship’s fixed installations and other firefighting appliances and agents on board the deck cadets
can evaluate the genuineness of their knowledge and therefore avoiding false knowledge
regarding the certain topic.
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Review of Related Literature
According to the SHM Shipcare (2019), Fire is one of the major causes of accidents that
occur on board a ship. Ships carry bulk amounts of combustible cargo, flammable substances like
oil and petrol in addition to other igneous machines for trade. That is why having a well-oriented
and highly trained crew is a must when going onboard. As early as now, deck cadets should have
a great deal of knowledge regarding the ship’s fixed installations and other firefighting appliances
and agents on board. Also, which is why these ships must be equipped with the required
appliances to control the spread of fires before they become unmanageable. In cases of fire
emergencies, it is also imperative to check if all the ships meet the necessary safety standards and
are equipped with important fire-fighting appliances.
According to Marinelookout (2016), poor maintenance of Life-Saving Appliances (LSA)

And Fire Fighting Appliances (FFA) onboard the vessel and improper training of crew may cause
PSC deficiency, which may lead to fine or unnecessary delay in ship’s operation. care must be
taken while doing maintenance of LSA and FFA to avoid the above situations. also, training of
ship’s personal should be done according to the company’s procedures. Deck cadets before going
onboard must have the proper training and must be well oriented about the safety procedures and
appliances onboard so they may become responsible officers in their career.
According to Mohit (2020) Without doubt, one of the main causes of accidents onboard
ships is fire. This is because of the presence of high temperature, the excess quantity of
flammable oil, and other combustible materials. A ship is approved to sail in international waters
only if it is constructed as per the Fire Safety System code and carries required Fire Fighting
Appliances approved by the concerned authority. A ship is fitted with various types of fire
retardant and firefighting equipment to fight any kind of fire and extinguish it as soon as possible
before it turns into a major catastrophic situation. The ship is equipped with fixed installations
that can help prevent fire from spreading, but it is within the crew’s ability and preparedness that
will matter in times of emergency. That is why a well-trained crew is a must onboard to prevent
or minimize the impact of this kind of accident like fire.
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In addition, according to Rogers (1968), In humanistic theory, the teacher is a facilitator

to learning rather than just a conveyor of knowledge and he noted that it is not the outcome that is
the most important part of education, it is the process of learning itself. The Humanistic approach
is learner-centric, with the emphasis on the individual’s potential rather than the specific learning
materials online or offline, sowing for a meaningful and facilitating experience that the students
can apply when studying about ship’s fixed installations and other firefighting appliances and
agents on board to make sure that the teachers have facilitate the students well that may
contribute to their greater learning.
Moreover, according to Dreikur (1968), the Classroom Management theory states that
mutual respect should be the basis for discipline and that this mutual respect motivates learners to
display positive behaviors. When teaching students regarding ship’s fixed installations and other
firefighting appliances and agents on board, the teachers must respect the difference in each
student’s ability to store knowledge. Not all students are fast learners and each student has a
different learning style they are comfortable with that is why respect on both sides is necessary to
productive learning.
Furthermore, according to Laird (1985), The sensory theory stated that learning occurs
when the five senses of sight, hearing, touch, smell, and taste are stimulated, he suggests that if
multi-senses are stimulated, greater learning takes place. By providing students with a variety of
learning material regarding the ship’s fixed installations and other firefighting appliances and
agents on board.
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THE PROBLEM
Statement of the Problem
This study aimed to measure the extent of the knowledge and understanding of the BSMT
students of the ship’s fixed installations and other firefighting appliances and agents on board.
The findings were served as the basis for the interventions to be proposed.
Specifically, this study will answer the following questions: beneficial
1. What is the respondents’ profile in terms of?
1.1 Age
1.2 Year Level
2. What is the extent of the knowledge and understanding of the BSMT students of the
ship’s Fixed Installations and other Fire Fighting Appliances and Agents on board in
terms of?
2.1 Fixed Detection and Alarm system

2.2 Fire Alarms
2.3 Fixed Automatic Sprinklers
2.4 Fixed Steam System
2.5 Fixed Foam Extinguishers
2.6 Fixed CO2 System
2.7 Fire Flaps and Dampers
2.8 Automatic and Manual Fire Doors
2.9 Emergency shut off valves, Pump Stops, and Main Engine Stops
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3. Based on the findings, what intervention may be proposed?
Significance of the Study
The results of the study will benefit the following:
3rd Year Deck Cadet Students – The study will benefit the 3 rd year deck cadet students
who will be the respondents of this study. The study will be beneficial because deck cadets need
to be knowledgeable regarding Fire Fighting Appliances and Life Saving Appliances to perform
their duty well and with high regard to safety.
University of Cebu – Lapulapu and Mandaue – The study will benefit the university
by providing its students especially the College of Maritime Education with interventions that
will provide more efficient education to its students especially for deck cadets and produce more
world-class graduates.
Maritime Academies – The study will benefit the maritime academies in the Philippines
which is one of the primary producers of world-class seafarers around the world. Maritime
Academies can strengthen the knowledge of deck cadets regarding ship’s fixed installations and
other Fire Fighting Appliances and agents on board by providing interventions. Therefore,
solidifying the Philippines as the top contributor for world-class deck cadets.
Future Researchers – This study will be beneficial to future researchers who have
endeavored to continue and contribute to the improvement of this study. Future researchers can
impart additional findings and information that will serve as the basis for the interventions on
how deck cadets can efficiently acquire knowledge regarding the ship’s fixed installations and
other firefighting appliances and agents on board.
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RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
Research Design
This study will utilize the descriptive type of research method wherein all the information
data gathered will be brought together. The descriptive method will measure the extent of the
knowledge and understanding of the BSMT students of the ship’s fixed installations and other
firefighting appliances and agents on board.
Research Environment
This study was conducted at the University of Cebu – Lapu-Lapu, and Mandaue online
using Facebook messenger and Google forms. The university is located at A.C. Cortes Ave.,
Mandaue City, Cebu right across the old Mactan bridge connecting the Mactan island and Cebu
City.
Research Respondents
The respondents of this study are the selected 3rd-year deck cadet students. The
respondents were randomly selected and were forwarded with a google survey form.
Research Instruments
The researchers utilized one kind of research instrument. The research instruments being
used are in the form of a google survey form to be filled in by 3rd-year deck cadet respondents.
The link for the forms will be distributed in a Facebook messenger group chat for respondents.
Research Procedures
Before the data is gathered, the researchers secure a letter approved by the
chairperson/dean to have the permission to conduct an online survey for 3rd-year deck cadet
students via google survey form during their free time. Afterward, the form is distributed
individually to random respondents. It was explained in the google survey form the purpose of
the study conducted and the researchers allow the respondents to take their time in filling in the
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google survey form. The Google survey form that the respondents have filled out is automatically
collected to the Gmail address that is assigned to collect them.
DEFINITION OF TERMS
The following terms are defined for a better understanding of this study:
Fire Fighting Appliances
- refers to Fire Fighting Appliances are equipment designed to extinguish fires or protect
the user from fire.
Life-Saving Appliances
- refers to appliances that protect human life at sea. These devices are documented as part
of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, or the SOLAS Convention.
Extent of knowledge
- refers to the range over which knowledge extends or how knowledgeable a person to a
specific topic.
Fixed installation
- refers to an installation that cannot be moved from place to place without major
dismantling or modification, whether or not it has its motive power.
Ship
- refers to watercraft that travels the world's oceans and other sufficiently deep waterways,
carrying goods or passengers, or in support of specialized missions, such as defense, research,
and fishing.
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CHAPTER 2
PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION OF DATA RESULTS
The respondents of the survey are randomly selected 3 rd Year Regular Cadets of the
College of Marine Transportation according to age as presented by the graph chart below.
Fig 1. Age of Respondents
Respondents with the age of 21 are overrepresented in this survey sample, while other
ages 20-21 and 24-26 are under presented.
And according to their gender as presented by the pie chart below.
Chart 1. Gender
88.9% of the respondents were male, that is 24 out of 27 respondents. While 11.1% of the
respondents were Female that is 3 out of 27 respondents.
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The researcher-made survey was accomplished by the use of Google Survey Forms. The
questionnaire is composed of 2 sections, 1 st section is a Likert scaled question while the 2 nd
section is a multiple-choice quiz type question. After several improvements on the questionnaire,
it was sent to a group chat for randomly selected third-year regular deck cadets of the University
of Cebu – Lapu-Lapu, and Mandaue. The summary of results is represented in the table below.
SUMMARY OF RESPONSES
Table 1.1
Test I. Likert scale questions regarding knowledge with regards to Ship’s Fixed Installations
and other Fire Fighting Appliances and Agents on board
Question Mode Interpretation
Fixed Detection and Alarm 6 Very good

system
Fire Alarms 6 Very good
Fixed Automatic Sprinklers 6 Very good
Fixed Steam System 4 Average
Fixed Foam Extinguishers 6 Very good
Fixed CO2 System 6 Very good
Fire Flaps and Dampers 5 Good
Automatic and Manual Fire 5 Good

Doors
Emergency shut off valves, 6 Very good

Pump Stops, and Main
Engine Stops
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In general, the majority of the respondents rate themselves with very good knowledge
with regards to Fixed Detection and Alarm system, Fire Alarms, Fixed Automatic Sprinklers,
Fixed Foam Extinguishers, Fixed CO2 System, Emergency shut off valves, Pump Stops, and
Main Engine Stops. Simultaneously, the majority of the respondents think that they have good
knowledge with regards to Fire Flaps and Dampers, and Automatic and Manual Fire Doors.
However, the majority of the respondents think that they only have an average knowledge with
regards to Fixed Steam System.
Table 1.2
Test II. Multiple-choice quiz type question regarding knowledge with regards to Ship’s Fixed
Installations and other Fire Fighting Appliances and Agents on board
Scores Description Frequency Percentage
Did not meet the

1-2 3 10
expectation
3-4 Fair 1 4
5-6 Satisfactory 8 30
7-8 Very Satisfactory 8 30
8-9 Outstanding 7 26
TOTAL 27 100
85.2 % of the respondents got satisfactory to outstanding scores from the online quiz
regarding Ship’s Fixed Installations and other Fire Fighting Appliances and Agents on board. On
the other hand, 3.7% percent of the respondents got a fair score on the online quiz. However,
11.1% of the respondents did not meet the expectation on the online quiz.
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CHAPTER 3
CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
DISCUSSION
RECOMMENDATION
It was evident from the results that the majority of the respondents rate themselves with a
very good extent of knowledge with regards to the ship’s fixed installations and other firefighting
appliances and agents onboard. This is further supported by the conducted online quiz wherein
82% of the respondents t satisfactory to outstanding scores. However, there are some topics that
the respondents don’t have very good knowledge which is subject to improvements to further
attain a high level of learning and safety awareness from cadets.
The table below ranks the topics that have a rate of below Very Good:
Table 2.1
Topic Mode Interpretation
Fixed Steam System 4 Average
Fire Flaps and Dampers 5 Good
Automatic and Manual Fire

5 Good
Doors
It was also evident in the survey that there are at least 4 individuals who have a score of
below satisfactory.
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Table 2.2
Test II. Multiple-choice quiz type question regarding knowledge with regards to Ship’s Fixed
Installations and other Fire Fighting Appliances and Agents on board
Scores Description Frequency Percentage
Did not meet the

1-2 3 10
expectation
3-4 Fair 1 4
The researchers suggest that some alternative strategies in teaching like practical
demonstration may be applied to the cadets to obtain Very Good remarks in their extent of
knowledge regarding the topic. According to de Lucy, W. (2018) practical education boosts a
student’s self-esteem, knowledge, and skills (both educationally and on the outside world), and
enhances their transition into working life. With the competition for jobs increasing, employers
are now looking to hiring candidates who can demonstrate their skills rather than reeling off a list
of empty, theoretical qualifications.
CONCLUSION
Based on the results of the surveys it turns out that the majority of the 3 rd year regular
deck cadets have above good or satisfactory knowledge with regards to Ship’s Fixed Installations
and other Fire Fighting Appliances and Agents on board. However, there are some fields in the
topic that needs more efficient teaching or training to attain a high level of knowledge from deck
cadets. Specifically, these are Fixed Steam System, Fire Flaps and Dampers, and Automatic and
Manual Fire Doors. It was also evident in the study that not all students have above satisfactory
grades from the Multiple-Choice Quiz that is given to them. For that reason, the researchers
suggest that some alternative strategies in teaching like practical demonstration may be applied to
the cadets to obtain Very Good remarks and above Satisfactory grades in their extent of
knowledge regarding the topic. This will help them prepare for their onboard ship training after
their academic years. As a result, by reinforcing efficient strategies that contribute to their
learning, the number of seafarers that lose their life at sea is reduced because of being
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knowledgeable and having awareness with regards to Ship’s Fixed Installations and other Fire
Fighting Appliances and Agents on board.
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APPENDIX A
Transmittal Letter
January 2021
Capt. Edgardo M. Enriquez

Dean, College of Marine Transportation
University of Cebu –Lapulapu and Mandaue
Dear Capt. Enriquez:
We are the 2nd year students of this university who are researching as part of our
curriculum. One of the requirements of the subject is to conduct research.
In this regard, we would like to request that we would be allowed to survey the students
that have already submitted their consent to us to complete our study, “Measuring the Extent of
the Knowledge and Understanding of the BSMT Students of the Ship’s Fixed Installations
and other Firefighting Appliances and Agents Onboard” in compliance with the requirement
of our course.
We assure you that all information we gathered from this research will be confidential and be
used only for academic purposes.
Thank you for your kind consideration.
Very Truly Yours,
Abao, Erick John

Acojedo, Jinro
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Bacalso, Vincent
Plarisan, Francis Earl
Rengel, Darle Jon
Noted By:
Mr. Omar James Carayo MEd -ESL

Research Instructor
Capt. Edgardo M. Enriquez

Dean, College of Marine Transportation
APPENDIX B
STANDARD FORM 2S
COMPLIANCE CHECKLIST
Thesis __√__ Proposal Hearing Date: December 18, 2020
__√__ Oral Defense Date: April 24, 2021
Project Implementation _____ Project Design Hearing Date: __________________

_____ Project Evaluation Date: __________________
Feasibility/Capstone _____ Proposal Hearing Date: __________________

_____ Oral Defense Date: __________________
Researchers/Proponents:
1. Vincent D. Bacalso Contact #: 09239331203

2. Darle Jon M. Rengel Contact #: 09959534346
3. Erick John U. Abao Contact #: 09674264979
4. Francis Earl A. Plarisan Contact #: 09052102937
5. Jinro M. Acojedo Contact #: 09336551891
Adviser: Mr. Omar James Carayo, MEd-ESL

Approved Title: Measuring the Extent of the Knowledge and Understanding of the BSMT
Students of the Ship’s Fixed Installations and Other Fire-Fighting Appliances and Agents
Onboard
Compliance
Suggestions/Recommendations/Corrections Remarks
(Indicate Page No.)
Eliminate age 22 in the overrepresented 9 corrected

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Eliminate the year level in the charts 9 corrected
Eliminate the word “Perhaps” in the 13 corrected

recommendation
Add the quiz type table to the recommendation 12 corrected
Add a general conclusion for both the Likert Scale 13 corrected

Quiz and Multiple-Choice Quiz to the conclusion
Approved:
Mr. Omar James Carayo, MEd-ESL Engr. Virgiñia dela Cerna, MST-
Math
Adviser Panelist
Date: April 24, 2021 Date: April 24, 2021
Mr. Romel Atabay, MST Mr. Rey Q. Aranzado, MST

Panelist Chairman
Date: April 24, 2021 Date: April 24, 2021
FORM 3S
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FORM 4S
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APPENDIX C
Research Questionnaires
Respondents Profile
Name:
Age:
Course & Year:
I. Read the following statements and rate each from 1-5 as to how likely are you knowledgeable
with regards to Ship’s Fixed Installations and other Fire Fighting Appliances and Agents on
board. Please respond with utmost honesty. Put a checkmark (✓) on the box.
1 – No knowledge 4 – Average
2 – Very poor 5 – Good
3 – Poor 6 - Very good
How knowledgeable do you think you are with regards to the following Ship’s Fixed Installations
and other Fire Fighting Appliances and Agents on board?
1 2 3 4 5
Fixed Detection and Alarm system ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Fire Alarms ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Fixed Automatic Sprinklers ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Fixed Steam System ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Fixed Foam Extinguishers ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Fixed CO2 System ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Fire Flaps and Dampers ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Automatic and Manual Fire Doors ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Emergency shut off valves, Pump Stops, ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
and Main Engine Stops

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II. Read the following questions carefully. Put a checkmark (✔) on the box that corresponds to the
correct answer.
1. What is a Fixed Detection and Alarm system?
A. are designed to discover fires early in their development and usually transmit a
signal to a monitoring or alarm station fire that may occur in accommodation or
other spaces on ships.
B. is an actuated valve designed to stop the flow of a hazardous fluid upon the
detection of a dangerous event?
C. are Fire rated doors and screens help to compartmentalize fire, preventing both
the spread of fire and the radiation of heat
D. are used in air conditioning and ventilation ductwork onboard yachts, merchant
ships, navy vessels, and offshore rigs to prevent the spread of fire, smoke, and
gas inside the ductwork.
2. What is a Fire Alarm?
A. sounded as the continuous ringing of the ship’s electrical bell or the continuous
sounding of the ship’s horn.
B. Sounded like more than four short blasts and one prolonged blast on the ship’s
whistle.
C. sounded like the two prolonged blasts and two short blasts.
D. Sounded like more than nine short blasts and one prolonged blast on the ship’s
whistle.
3. What is a Fixed Automatic Sprinkler?
B. are Fire rated doors and screens help to compartmentalize fire, preventing both
C. is an actuated valve designed to stop the flow of a hazardous fluid upon the
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D. is an automatic fire detecting, alarm, and extinguishing system which can deal
quickly by sprinkling freshwater with an outbreak of fire that may occur in
accommodation or other spaces on ships.
4. What is a Fixed Steam System?
B. are Fire rated doors and screens help to compartmentalize fire, preventing both
C. is an actuated valve designed to stop the flow of a hazardous fluid upon the
D. This is where exhaust gas flows over the tube stacks and heats the water, thus
producing steam and avoiding heating of systems that may cause fire onboard.
5. What is a Fixed Foam Extinguisher?
A. This is where exhaust gas flows over the tube stacks and heats the water, thus
B. can be used on Class A and B fires. They are most suited to extinguishing liquid
fires such as petrol or diesel
C. are suitable for use on Class F fires involving cooking oils and fats, such as lard,
olive oil, sunflower oil, maize oil, and butter.
D. are designed to discover fires early in their development and usually transmit a
other spaces on ships
6. What is a Fixed CO2 System?
A. is one of the common fixed firefighting systems that release carbon dioxide
(CO2) in bulk quantity to a protected space such as engine room, cargo hold,
purifier room, pump room, etc.
B. are designed to discover fires early in their development and usually transmit a
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C. is an automatic fire detecting, alarm and extinguishing system which can deal
quickly by sprinkling fresh water with any outbreak of fire that may occur in
accommodation or other spaces on ships.
D. are Fire rated doors and screens help to compartmentalize fire, preventing both
7. What is a Fire Flap and Damper?
A. Is where exhaust gas flows over the tube stacks and heats the water, thus
C. are used in air conditioning and ventilation ductwork onboard yachts, merchant
ships, navy vessels, and offshore rigs to prevent the spread of fire, smoke, and
gas inside the ductwork.
8. What is an Automatic and Manual Fire Door?
A. This is where exhaust gas flows over the tube stacks and heats the water, thus
C. can be used on Class A and B fires. They are most suited to extinguishing liquid
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9. What is an Emergency shut off valves, Pump Stop and Main Engine Stop?
A. is where exhaust gas flows over the tube stacks and heats the water, thus
detection of a dangerous event
C. can be used on Class A and B fires. They are most suited to extinguishing liquid
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APPENDIX D
Research Environment / Location Map
Online Platform
Online Survey
Since the new normal protocols have been implemented amidst the pandemic to avoid
community transmission of the COVID-19 virus, the researchers decided to conduct this study
online through Facebook messenger and Google Survey Forms. This is the alternative platform
and environment wherein the researchers will gather their respondents to conduct their survey and
gather relevant data for the research study.

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APPENDIX E
Curriculum Vitae
Address: Tayud, Liloan, Cebu
Email: vincentbacalso3@gmail.com
Contact Number: 09239331203
Vincent D. Bacalso
Motto: “Ad Astra Per Aspera” or “Through hardships to the stars”
Personal Data
Age: 20 years old

Sex: Male
Date of Birth: December 3, 2000
Civil Status: Single
Height: 160.02 cm
Weight: 55 kg
Religion: Roman Catholic
Citizenship: Filipino
Language Spoken: Bisaya, Tagalog, English
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Educational Background:
College:
University of Cebu – Lapulapu and Mandaue
A. C. Cortes Ave, Mandaue City, Cebu
2019 – Present
Senior High School:

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics – Maritime
A.C. Cortes Ave, Mandaue City, Cebu
2019
High School:
Bright Minds in Action Learning Village – Liloan Campus
G. Pepito Rd., Liloan, Cebu
2017
Elementary:
Bright Minds in Action Learning Village – Liloan Campus
G. Pepito Rd., Liloan, Cebu
2013
Training Attended:
1. Leadership Training Seminar 2020
2. Reserve Officer Training Corps 2020
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Character References:
Michelle Trangia
Psychology 101 Teacher
09458565882
Gerard James Panis

Seamanship 122 Instructor
09465557497
Randel Jandayan Gastador

Over-All School Coordinator
Bright Minds in Action Learning Village
09330620500
I hereby certify that the above statements are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and
beliefs.
Vincent D. Bacalso
Applicant
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Address: Cordova, Cebu
Email: acojed.jinro@gmail.com
Jinro M. Acojedo
Motto: "Life is short, always choose happiness”
Personal Data
Age: 20 years old

Sex: Male
Date of Birth: May 05, 2000
Height: 160.09 cm
Weight: 57 kg
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College:
2019 – Present
Senior High School:

2019
High School:
Saint Dominic Savio International School
San Miguel, Cordova Cebu
2017
Elementary:
Babag II Elementary School
Babag II Lapu-Lapu City
2013
Training Attended:
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Mr. Gilbert Tan Manego

SM Store Cebu branch manager
0943-130-5170
Quennie M. Acojedo
SVC Customer Service Representative
0999-826-0455
Jinky M. Acojedo
Mother
0915-965-6685
beliefs.
Jinro M. Acojedo
Applicant
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Address: Blk 16 Lot 10 Joanna Legacy Homes,
Sudtunggan, Basak, Lapu-Lapu City
Email: darlerengel@gmail.com
Darle Jon M. Rengel
Motto: “Believe in yourself because no one else will”
Personal Data
Age: 20 years old

Sex: Male
Date of Birth: September 25, 2000
Height: 165.09 cm
Weight: 65 kg
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College:
2019 – Present
Senior High School:

2019
High School:
University of Cebu - Main Campus
Sanciangko St, Cebu City, 6000 Cebu
2017
Elementary:
Colegio de la Inmaculada Concepcion – Mandaue Del Rosario St.
Mandaue City, 6014 Cebu
2012
Training Attended:
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2/M Edgardo Chavez

Senior High School - Maritime Teacher
University of Cebu-Lapu Lapu and Mandaue
09231344699
Bill Huzny G. Arquiza

Marketing Professional
Toyota Cebu City Inc.
09154243301
Paul Adrianne D. Jadraque

Messman
Augustea Ship Manning Philippines
09082961034
beliefs.
Darle Jon M. Rengel

Applicant
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Address: Tipolo, Mandaue City Cebu
Email: abaoerick6@gmail.com
Erick John U. Abao
Motto: “When your legs scream stop and your lungs are bursting, that’s when it starts. That’s
the hurt locker. Winners love it in there”
Personal Data
Age: 19 years old

Sex: Male
Date of Birth: August 13, 2001
Height: 165 cm
Weight: 60 kg
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Education Background
College:
2019 – Present
Senior High School:

2019
High School
San Isidro High School
Tambulig, Zamboanga Del Sur
2017
Elementary
Subangdaku Elementary School
Subangdaku, Mandaue City Cebu
2013
Training Attend
1. Military Science 1
4. Naval Reserve Center Eastern Visayas
5. Shipboard Familiarization Operation and Training
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John Wee Encabo

Maritime 2 Instructor
University of Cebu – Lapu-Lapu and Mandaue
09674274978
Yra Camille Alpuerto

English Teacher
09558613286
John Paulo Talpig

Science Teacher
San Isidro High School
09093322046
I hereby certify that the above statements are true and correct to the best of my knowledge
And beliefs.
Erick John U. Abao

Applicant
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Address: Paknaan, Mandaue City
Email: earlvcool@gmail.com
Francis Earl A. Plarisan
Motto: “Walk away from anything or anyone who takes away from your joy. Life is too short
to put up with fools”
Personal Data
Age: 20 years old

Sex: Male
Date of Birth: July 28, 2001
Height: 170.18 cm
Weight: 70 kg
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College:
2019 – Present
Senior High School:

TVL, Industrial Arts, Electrical Installation and Maintenance
Badian National High School
Badian, Cebu City
2019
High School:
Badian National High School
Badian, Cebu City
2017
Elementary:
Badian Central School
Badian, Cebu City
2013
Training Attended:
1. Leadership Training Seminar 2020
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Michelle Trangia
Psychology 101 Teacher
09458565882
2/M Edgardo Chavez

Senior High School - Maritime Teacher
University of Cebu-Lapu Lapu and Mandaue
09231344699
John Wee Encabo

Maritime 2 Instructor
09674274978
beliefs.
Francis Earl A. Plarisan

Applicant

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MEASURING THE EXTENT OF THE KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF

THE BSMT STUDENTS OF THE SHIP’S FIXED INSTALLATIONS AND OTHER

FIRE-FIGHTING APPLIANCES AND AGENTS ONBOARD

A Thesis Presented to the Faculty of the

College of Marine Transportation

Mandaue City, Cebu

In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of

Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation

Abao, Erick John

Plarisan, Francis Earl

Rengel, Darle Jon

Appendix A: Transmittal Letter 15

LIST OF TABLES, CHARTS AND FIGURES

1.1 Likert Scale Quiz type Survey Summary 10

1.2 Multiple-choice Quiz Type Survey Summary 11

2.2 Scores of Below Satisfactory. 12

OMAR JAMES A. CARAYO, MEd-ESL

ACCEPTED AS partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Degree of

CAPT. EDGARDO M. ENRIQUEZ

APPROVED by the tribunal at Oral Examination with the grade of PASSED.

REY Q. ARANZADO, MST

ROMEL ATABAY, MST ENGR. VIRGINIA DELA CERNA,

OMAR JAMES A. CARAYO, MEd-ESL

CAPT. EDGARDO M. ENRIQUEZ

Date: April 24, 2021

THE PROBLEM AND ITS SCOPE

Rationale of the Study

This study is anchored to Bruner’s Constructivism theory (2015), Constructivism as a

According to Kolb (2017), Experiential learning theory is the process whereby

installations and other firefighting appliances and agents on board.

Review of Related Literature

According to Marinelookout (2016), poor maintenance of Life-Saving Appliances (LSA)

In addition, according to Rogers (1968), In humanistic theory, the teacher is a facilitator

Statement of the Problem

Specifically, this study will answer the following questions: beneficial

1. What is the respondents’ profile in terms of?

2.1 Fixed Detection and Alarm system

3. Based on the findings, what intervention may be proposed?

Significance of the Study

The results of the study will benefit the following:

Fire Fighting Appliances

PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION OF DATA RESULTS

Fig 1. Age of Respondents

And according to their gender as presented by the pie chart below.

Question Mode Interpretation

Fixed Detection and Alarm 6 Very good

Fire Alarms 6 Very good

Fixed Automatic Sprinklers 6 Very good

Fixed Steam System 4 Average

Fixed Foam Extinguishers 6 Very good

Fixed CO2 System 6 Very good

Fire Flaps and Dampers 5 Good

Automatic and Manual Fire 5 Good

Emergency shut off valves, 6 Very good

Scores Description Frequency Percentage

Did not meet the

7-8 Very Satisfactory 8 30

CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Topic Mode Interpretation

Fixed Steam System 4 Average

Fire Flaps and Dampers 5 Good

Automatic and Manual Fire

Scores Description Frequency Percentage

Project Implementation _ Project Design Hearing Date: ______________

Feasibility/Capstone _ Proposal Hearing Date: ______________