Objective

This Product 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.

Target Group

The aim of the BOSIET is to introduce delegates 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.

Prerequisites

Valid medical certificate AWMF-S1 (DGMM) or equivalent

Examination

Exam acc. OPITO.

Course Contents

The objectives of the BOSIET (with EBS) 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.

Safety Induction
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 - EBS
Outcome 1: Helicopter Travel
Outcome 2: Helicopter Emergencies
Outcome 3: Practical Helicopter Escape Techniques

Sea Survival and First Aid
Outcome 1: Evacuation Methods and Procedures
Outcome 2: Emergency First Aid
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

Firefighting and Self Rescue
Outcome 1: Common causes of offshore fires and actions to be taken
Outcome 2: Self-rescue equipment and techniques
Outcome 3: Raising the alarm and operation of hand-held extinguishers
Outcome 4: Self-Rescue Techniques