Objective

This course ensures that the learner gains the required knowledge and understanding of the particular hazards and properties of a Compressed Air Emergency Breathing System (CA-EBS) and appropriate practical emergency response actions to take should the requirement for emergency deployment arise.

Target Group

OPITO Approved - Course Code 5902 The Target group is personnel that are issued with Compressed Air Emergency Breathing System (CA-EBS) whilst travelling to work by helicopter and may be required to use a CA-EBS in the event of an emergency

Examination

All delegates will need to complete a short knowledge assessment and practical assessment All succesful delegates will be awarded the OPITO approved Compressed Air Emergency Breathing System Initial Deployment Training Certificate OPITO Approved - Course Code 5902

Course Contents

Rationale for using CA EBS Advantages/Disadvantages of CA EBS Hazards associated with CA EBS Components of CA EBS Operation of CA EBS and Lifejacket Practice of pre-use checks/donning and operation of CA EBS