Target group:
These combined OPITO approved programmes are designed to meet the initial onshore training and assessment requirements for the Offshore Emergency Response Team Member and Emergency Helideck Team member , as identified in the Oil and Gas UK guidelines for Competence and Training in Emergency response, to enable them to join offshore Emergency response Teams for further installation-specific training and development.
Description:
The course consists of theoretical input and practical exercises developed to measure competence relating to the key learning outcomes of the OPITO standards for Emergency Response Team Member and Emergency Helideck Team Member initial training requirements.
Theory input 25%
Practical exercises 75%
, The courses consists of practical and theoretical training and knowledge of
Offshore fire/emergency response arrangements
The role of the Emergency Response Team Member
The role of the Emergency Helideck Team Member
Helicopter Operational hazards
Incident planning and monitoring activities
Helideck helicopter emergency systems & controls
Operation of fixed fire systems
Emergency Response Team Operations when dealing with non-fire incidents
Arrangements to restore helideck emergency equipment to operational status
Preparing to enter, and gaining access to the incident area
Using best working practices and procedures
Locating missing personnel
Handling and removing casualties
Selecting and using portable fire-fighting equipment
Selecting, operating and flushing foam fire-fighting equipment
Extinguish a fire and/or securing an area
Conducting and controlling breathing apparatus operations
Minimising damage to property
Maintaining communications.