Objective

• Demonstrate that they can effectively use basic firefighting equipment, and practise self-rescue techniques in low visibility situations, to include smoke filled areas.

Target Group

This training programme is designed to meet the initial offshore safety and emergency response training requirements for personnel new (or returning) to the offshore oil and gas industry in a tropical environment.

Prerequisites

None Required

Examination

Delegates will be assessed against the Learning Outcomes specified in the Content Section using direct observation and oral and/or written questions as appropriate. Delegates will be required to undertake a written test at the end of Module 1 (Safety Induction). This test will be ‘open-book’ and all learning outcomes must be achieved.

Should a delegate encounter challenges to meet these Learning Outcomes, RON shall provide additional coaching as an opportunity to meet those requirements.

Course Contents

Assessments are carried out against the OPITO standard Tropical Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training; OPITO Standard Code: 5507

E-Learning Theory – Recommended at least seven (7) days
Assessment at RON facility – One (1) day

NOTE: Assessment must be done within ninety (90) days of completing E-Learning Theory


During these assessments candidates must demonstrate competence across the following Modules:
Safety Induction
Helicopter Safety and Escape
Sea Survival
Fire Fighting and Self Rescue