Objective

To train delegates in emergency preparedness during helicopter operations on a helideck in helicopter fire-fighting and rescue actions.

Target Group

Persons designated to act as Helicopter Landing Officer or Helicopter Deck Assistant at a mining installation and is not in the possession of a valid registration in the Personal Safety Logbook (Member Fire-fighting and Rescue team Offshore - 2.6).

Prerequisites

Valid medical certificate. The delegate shall be medically fit for the use of a breathing apparatus registered in the Personal Safety Logbook.

Examination

Competence assessment.
Validity: 2 years.

Course Contents

Learning targets:
Theory on fire-fighting and rescue actions in relation to helicopter operations on an offshore mining installation.

Practical training:
• Fighting helicopter fires with monitors, fire hoses and portable extinguishers.
• Rescuing crew and passengers from a burning helicopter, with use of breathing apparatus.