Objective

This course introduces learners to the specific safety issues and regimes relevant to offshore installations, and to equip them with the basic emergency response knowledge and skills for travelling to and from offshore installations by helicopter in a tropical environment. The objectives of the T-BOSIET Training are that learners will be able to: (a) Identify the generic hazards which are specific to offshore oil and gas installations, potential risks associated with those hazards, and how controls are put in place to eliminate or reduce risks. (b) Identify key offshore related safety regulations and explain the basic safety management concepts. (c) Demonstrate, in a simulated environment, that they can use the safety equipment, and follow procedures in preparing for, and during helicopter emergencies – with particular focus on escaping from a helicopter following ditching. (d) Demonstrate sea survival and first aid techniques. (e) Demonstrate that they can effectively use basic firefighting equipment, and practise self-rescue techniques in low visibility situations, including 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 who choose to complete the underpinning knowledge of the T-BOSIET programme via the T-BOSIET online programme prior to attending an OPITO approved training centre to be formally assessed against all learning outcomes.

Examination

Learners will be assessed against the Learning Outcomes specified in the Content Section using direct observation and oral and/or written questions as appropriate. Learners 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

*E-Learning Theory – Recommended at least seven (7) days after registration Assessment at RON facility – One (1) day NOTE: Assessment must be done within ninety (90) days of completing E-Learning Theory. Assessments are carried out against the OPITO standard Tropical Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training; OPITO Standard Code: 5507 During these assessments candidates must demonstrate competence across the following Modules: Safety Induction Helicopter Safety and Escape Sea Survival Fire Fighting and Self Rescue Basic Safety Induction Knowledge - The learner will understand: Outcome 1: Typical offshore oil and gas activities Outcome 2: The main offshore hazards Outcome 3: The potential environmental impact of offshore installation operations Outcome 4: The principles of managing safety on offshore installations Outcome 5: Hazard effects and consequences; their associated risks, and how they are controlled Outcome 6: Key offshore installation safety regulations and the basic concept of these regulations Outcome 7: Key information and policies to ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of those living and working offshore. Helicopter Safety and Escape Training Knowledge - The learner will understand: Outcome 1: Helicopter Travel Outcome 2: Helicopter Emergencies Skills - The learner will perform: Outcome 3: Practical Helicopter Escape Techniques Sea Survival Training Knowledge - The learner will understand: Outcome 1: Evacuation Methods and Procedures Outcome 2: Emergency First Aid Skills - The learner will perform: Outcome 3: Muster and actions upon boarding a survival craft (TEMPSC) Outcome 4: Sea Survival and emergency In-water actions Outcome 5: Immediate First Aid Actions Fire Fighting and Self Rescue Techniques Knowledge - The learner will understand: Outcome 1: Common causes of offshore fires and actions to be taken Outcome 2: Self-rescue equipment and techniques Skills - The learner will perform: Outcome 3: Raising the alarm and operation of hand-held extinguishers Outcome 4: Self-Rescue Techniques