Objective

The objectives of the HUET (with CA-EBS) Training are that learners will be able to:

(a) 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

Target Group

Helicopter Underwater Escape TRaining (HUET) with Compressed Air Emergency Breathing System (CA-EBS).

The aim of the HUET (with CA-EBS) programme is to prepare delegates that intend to travel to and from offshore oil and gas installations and vessels by helicopter by providing specific training in pre-flight and in-flight requirements and to equip delegates with the basic emergency response knowledge and skills required in the event of a helicopter emergency – with specific focus on escaping from a helicopter following ditching.

Prerequisites

Personal ID (Verified by instructor in the classroom)

Examination

Ongoing asessment during the course.

Course Contents

The OPITO Helicopter Underwater Escape TRaining (HUET) with Compressed Air Emergency Breathing System (CA-EBS) course gives the delegates the knowledge and understanding of how to act in case of an emergency ditching on the water.

That includes:
Procedure training
Push out window operation
Compressed Air Emergency Breathing System (CA-EBS) familiarisation and use
Suit boyance challenges and knowledge and training in handling aviation life raft.

After the course the delegates ara familiar with the challenges in relation with an emergency landing on the water, the behavoir that may occur and how to handle the panic situation.