OPITO BOSIET and FOET Standards

OPITO APPROVED APPROVED STANDARD STA NDARD Basic Offsho re Sa Safety Induct ion & Emergency mergency Training and an d Further urt her Offshor e Emergency Emergency Traini Training ng OPITO OPITO Cou Cou rs e Codes 5700 & 5858

OPITO Approved Standard BOSIET/FOET ©OPITO OPITO STANDARDS

OPITO is an Industry-owned not-for-profit organisation that exists solely to service the needs of the Oil and Gas Industry. OPITO is employer led in all aspects of what it does, therefore all standards development activities are at the the behest of industry employers employers.. The standards standards are driven by the needs of employers to help create a safe and competent workforce. This This stan stand dard ard is own owned by the Oil Oil and and Gas Ind Industr stry and and main aintain ained by OPITO wh who are are the nominated nominated custodians custodians of all Industry standards standards within the the OP OP ITO IT O portfolio portfolio which carry the OPITO OP ITO logo logo.. The The con content ents of of this docu ocument ent were ere devel evelop oped ed by an ind industr stry work orkgroup oup facil acilit itat ated ed and and supported supported by OP ITO. IT O. The workgroup workgroup consisted of representat representation ion from a cross section s ection of oil and gas industry employers, discipline experts working within the industry and members of the OPITO Approved Training network. This This stan stand dard ard has bee een n verif erifie ied d and and acce accep pted throug ough the gover overna nan nce and and int integr egrity ity management anagement model model for OP OP ITO IT O standards standards which can be viewed here: (http://www.opito.com/uk/library/OPITO_Standar http://www.opito.com/uk/library/OPITO_Standards_-_Governance__Integrity_Model.pdf ds_-_Governance__Integrity_Model.pdf ) Guidance on this standard is available by contacting OPITO at: [email protected]

This This stan stand dard ard has bee een n desig esign ned to acco accom mmodat odate e glob lobal varia ariattion ions in in natio ation nal leg legisla islattion ion and regulation regulations. s. In the absence absence of relevant national national legislation an and d regulations, regulations, OP ITO IT O approved centres should use legislative and regulatory criteria specified within this Standard ©OPITO All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval or information storage system, or transmitted in any form or my any means, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without prior permission in writing of the publishers.

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OPITO Approved Standard BOSIET/FOET ©OPITO OPITO STANDARDS

OPITO is an Industry-owned not-for-profit organisation that exists solely to service the needs of the Oil and Gas Industry. OPITO is employer led in all aspects of what it does, therefore all standards development activities are at the the behest of industry employers employers.. The standards standards are driven by the needs of employers to help create a safe and competent workforce. This This stan stand dard ard is own owned by the Oil Oil and and Gas Ind Industr stry and and main aintain ained by OPITO wh who are are the nominated nominated custodians custodians of all Industry standards standards within the the OP OP ITO IT O portfolio portfolio which carry the OPITO OP ITO logo logo.. The The con content ents of of this docu ocument ent were ere devel evelop oped ed by an ind industr stry work orkgroup oup facil acilit itat ated ed and and supported supported by OP ITO. IT O. The workgroup workgroup consisted of representat representation ion from a cross section s ection of oil and gas industry employers, discipline experts working within the industry and members of the OPITO Approved Training network. This This stan stand dard ard has bee een n verif erifie ied d and and acce accep pted throug ough the gover overna nan nce and and int integr egrity ity management anagement model model for OP OP ITO IT O standards standards which can be viewed here: (http://www.opito.com/uk/library/OPITO_Standar http://www.opito.com/uk/library/OPITO_Standards_-_Governance__Integrity_Model.pdf ds_-_Governance__Integrity_Model.pdf ) Guidance on this standard is available by contacting OPITO at: [email protected]

This This stan stand dard ard has bee een n desig esign ned to acco accom mmodat odate e glob lobal varia ariattion ions in in natio ation nal leg legisla islattion ion and regulation regulations. s. In the absence absence of relevant national national legislation an and d regulations, regulations, OP ITO IT O approved centres should use legislative and regulatory criteria specified within this Standard ©OPITO All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval or information storage system, or transmitted in any form or my any means, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without prior permission in writing of the publishers.


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Contents Intr odu ct ion and Cour se Descri pti on .......................................................................................5 SECTION A

A.1 A.2 A.3 A.4 A.5 A.6 A.7 A.8

TARGET GROUP FOR THE BOSIET ...................................................................................6 DELEGATE PRE-REQUISITES FOR THE BOSIET..................................................................6 P HYSICAL AND STRESSFUL DEMANDS OF THE BOSIET ......................................................6 AIMS AND OBJ ECTIVES OF THE BOSIET ............................................................................6 LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE BOSIET.............................................................................7 DELEGATE P ERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT ..........................................................................8 DURATION AND TIMING OF THE BOSIET ............................................................................9 THE BOSIET TRAINING P ROGRAMME .............................................................................10

SECTION B

B.1 B.2 B.3 B.4 B.5 B.6 B.7 B.8

Resour ces for the BOSIET and FOET ...........................................................29

S TAFF ............................................................................................................................29 TRAINER /DELEGATE R ATIO .............................................................................................30 F ACILITIES......................................................................................................................31 E QUIPMENT....................................................................................................................32

SECTION D

D.1 D.2 D.3 D.4

Furt her Offs hor e Emer genc y Traini ng (FOET)..............................................22

TARGET GROUP FOR THE FOET......................................................................................22 DELEGATE PRE-REQUISITES FOR THE FOET ...................................................................22 P HYSICAL AND STRESSFUL DEMANDS OF THE FOET ........................................................22 AIMS AND OBJ ECTIVES OF THE FOET..............................................................................23 LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE FOET ..............................................................................23 DELEGATE P ERFORMANCE ASSESS MENT OF THE FOET ..................................................24 DURATION AND TIMING OF THE FOET..............................................................................24 THE FOET TRAINING P ROGRAMME .................................................................................25

SECTION C

C.1 C.2 C.3 C.4

The B OSIET Traini ng .........................................................................................6

Ad mi ni st rat io n an d Cert if ic ati on .................................................................... 34

J OINING INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................................................................34 P ERIODICITY ..................................................................................................................34 CERTIFICATION...............................................................................................................34 COURSE ADMINISTRATION ..............................................................................................35

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Introduction and Course Description J ust about every operator worldwide insists that everyone travelling to one of their offshore assets (production platform, drill rig, FPSO etc) must complete an offshore survival course before being allowed to travel. The OPITO approved BOSIET (Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training) course provides the delegate with a range of important survival tools including Safety, Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting; First Aid and Hypothermia; Helicopter Safety and Escape; and Survival at Sea. Upon completion of the course the delegate will have an awareness of the hazards encountered when working on offshore installations and the safety regime and safety management systems in place to control and mitigate those hazards. The BOSIET will also equip participants with the knowledge, skills and confidence to respond appropriately in the event of an offshore emergency and to enhance their survivability through proper use of emergency equipment and procedures. Further Offs hore Emergency Traini ng (FOET)

The Further Offshore Emergency Training programme is a 1-day course which must be undertaken by individuals who have a valid BOSIET or TBOSIET, or FOET or TFOET certificate. The FOET certificate re-validates a delegate’s survival training for a further 4 years.


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SECTION A A.1

The BOSIET Train ing

Target Group for th e BOSIET

This programme is designed to meet the initial onshore safety and emergency response training requirements for personnel new to the offshore oil and gas industry.

A.2

Delegate pre-requis it es for the BOSIET

No pre-requisites are required.

A.3

Physical and st ressf ul demands of t he BOSIET

Emergency response training contains physically demanding and potentially stressful elements. All personnel who participate in such training must be medically fit and capable of participating fully. Therefore training establishments are required, as a minimum, to ensure that prior to participating in practical exercises the delegate either: a) Possess a valid, current offshore medical certificate or b) Possess an operator approved medical certificate, or c) Undergoes an appropriate medical screening by the training establishment This information will be given to delegates as part of the pre-course joining instructions. The responsibility for the individual completing the course, without any adverse effects to their present state of health, lies with the delegate and/or company sponsoring the delegate. Where doubt exists regarding the medical fitness of any delegate the training establishment should seek the advice of a medical officer. A medical officer, familiar with the nature and extent of the training must be ‘on call’. Note: Practical exercises shou ld be designed and delivered so lely to meet th is st andard, and must not place on the delegates any physical or mental demands other than those required to meet the Standard.

A.4

Ai ms and objecti ves of the BOSIET

The aims of the BOSIET are 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 commuting to and from offshore installations by helicopter.


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OPITO Approved Standard BOSIET/FOET ©OPITO The objectives of the BOSIET Training are: (a) (b)

(c)

Delegates must be able to identify the hazards which are specific to offshore oil and gas installations, explain potential risks associated with those hazards, and how controls are put in place to eliminate or reduce risks. Delegates must be able to 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. Delegates must be able to demonstrate that they can effectively use basic firefighting equipment, and practice self rescue techniques in low visibility situations e.g. smoke filled areas.

A.5

Learning outc omes of t he BOSIET

The learning outcomes are specified for each of the following modules; they are: MODULE 1

Safety Induct ion

To successfully complete this module, delegates must be able to: (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) MODULE 2

Identify the main offshore hazards, explain their potential consequences and how they are controlled. Explain the potential environmental impact of offshore installation operations. State key offshore installation safety regulations and explain the basic concept of these regulations. Explain the principles of managing safety on offshore installations. State the procedures for prescribed medicines offshore Explain the alcohol and substance abuse policy Explain PPE requirements of commuting to, and working on an offshore installation. Explain how to report incidents, accidents and near misses on an offshore installation. Explain the role of the Offshore Medic. Helicopter Safety and Escape

To successfully complete this module, delegates must be able to demonstrate: (1) (2) (3) (4)

Donning a transit type survival suit, aviation lifejacket and Emergency Breathing System Equipment (EBS) Operation and use of EBS during pool exercises Actions in preparation for a helicopter ditching and an emergency landing Actions following a controlled emergency descent to a dry landing with evacuation via a nominated exit


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OPITO Approved Standard BOSIET/FOET ©OPITO (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11) MODULE 3

Actions following a controlled ditching on water (including deployment of EBS and, on instruction from aircrew, operation of a push out window) Actions following a partial submersion of an aircraft (without deploying EBS or operation of a push out window) Actions following a partial submersion of an aircraft (including operation of EBS but without operation of a push out window) Actions following a partial submersion of an aircraft (including operation of EBS and a push out window) Actions following an aircraft capsize in water (without deployment of EBS or operation of a push out window) Actions following an aircraft capsize in water (including deployment of EBS on the surface but without operation of a push out window) Actions following an aircraft capsize in water (including deployment of EBS on the surface and the operation of a push out window) Sea Surv iv al

To successfully complete this module, delegates must be able to demonstrate: (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) MODULE 4

Donning of a permanent buoyancy lifejacket prior to use in an emergency Actions when mustering and boarding a survival craft (TEMP SC) as a passenger during launching operations Fitting of a helicopter strop and correct body posture during winching Individual and group survival techniques Immediate first aid actions including the ABC Firefight ing and Self Rescue

To successfully complete this module, delegates must be able to demonstrate: (1) (2) (3) (4)

A.6

Use of appropriate hand held portable fire extinguishers Self-rescue techniques with a smoke hood from areas where visibility is reduced due to smoke Self-rescue techniques with a smoke hood from areas where visibility is completely obscured Small group escape techniques with a smoke hood from areas where visibility is completely obscured

Delegate Perf ormance Assessment

Delegates will be assessed against the learning outcomes using direct observation and oral and/or written questions as appropriate. Formal evaluation of knowledge:

Question paper at the end of Module 1 (30 minutes) Training providers must have a documented procedure in place for dealing with persons not meeting the stated learning outcomes. Revision 4 (07-Dec 2006); Amendment 30 (19-Oct 2010)

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A.7

Durati on and ti mi ng of the BOSIET

The optimum ‘contact time’ for this training is seen as 21 hour s and 5mins . Module 1 Safety Induction part is 100% theory. A ratio of 40% theory to 60% practical is appropriate for the remaining modules. Where this training is part of a programme of longer duration the total contact time per day must not exceed 8 hours and the total training day must not exceed 10 hours. The total training day includes contact time, refreshment and meal breaks and travel between training sites where applicable. The training staff will introduce each module by explaining aims, learning outcomes, timetable, assessment methods and training staff roles. The time taken for this is expected to be approximately 10 minutes for each module, and this is in addition to the timings stated in the table below. Table of B OSIET Modul e/Element Timin gs

Module

1

2

3

4

Safety Induction

Helicopter Safety and Escape

Sea Survival and First Aid

Fire Fighting and Self Rescue

Element

Expected (approximate) Duration (minutes)

1.1

Industry and Installation Overview

30

1.2

Offshore hazards

30

1.3

Managing offshore safety

10

1.4

Controlling offshore hazards

10

1.5

Regulating offshore safety

20

1.6

Living and working offshore

70

Knowledge test (Question paper)

30

TOTAL

( 3 hrs 20 mins )

2.1

Helicopter travel

25

2.2

Helicopter emergencies (2.2.1 – 2.2.6)

25

2.2

Helicopter emergencies (2.2.7 – 2.2.30)

350

TOTAL

( 6 hrs 40 mins )

3.1

Evacuation (3.1.1 – 3.1.8)

35

3.1

Evacuation (3.1.9 -3.1.18)

225

3.2

Emergency first aid

120

TOTAL

( 6 hrs 20 mins )

4.1

Fire fighting offshore

110

4.2

Self Rescue

135

TOTAL

( 4 hrs 5 mins )

GRAND TOTAL (excluding intro ductions of 40 mins)


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A.8

The BOSIET Traini ng Progr amme

The training programme outlined below will assist the delegates to meet the stated learning outcomes. The order in which elements of the training programme are delivered may vary. However, contents in Appendix 1 must be covered prior to course commencement. To make efficient use of time and ensure effective learning there should, wherever practicable, be an integration of the three phases of explanation, demonstration and practise. Full use should be made of visual / audio visual aids and course handout material. Training staff should give practical demonstrations for all training activities which delegates are required to practice and demonstrate. Each module must be introduced by the training staff, and include: (a) (b) (c) (d)

Ai m – The main purpose of the module Learning Outcomes – What the delegates are expected to learn Timetable – Training module duration and timing As sess men t – how delegates will be assessed and what they will be assessed

(e)

against Staff - who will be delivering the training and roles of training support staff

The training course consists of the following modules and elements: Module 1

Safety Induct ion

Element 1.1 Element 1.2 Element 1.3 Element 1.4 Element 1.5 Element 1.6

Industry and Installation Overview Offshore Hazards Managing Offshore Safety Controlling Offshore Hazards Regulating Offshore Safety Living and Working Offshore

Module 2


Element 2.1 Element 2.2

Helicopter Travel Helicopter Emergencies

Module 3

Sea Surviv al and First Aid


Evacuation Emergency First Aid

Module 4

Firefight ing and Self Rescue


Firefighting Offshore Self Rescue


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MODULE 1

Safety Inductio n

ELEMENT 1.1

Indust ry and Installation Overview

Training staff to explain: 1.1.1 1.1.2 1.1.3 (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) 1.1.4 ELEMENT 1.2

Offshore oil and gas activities Formation, finding and exploitation of oil and gas; how hydrocarbons are formed, found and produced Types of installations and specialist vessels and their main functions and features to include: Drilling – jack-up, semi-sub, drill ship Production - oil and gas, gas, fixed, floating Construction – heavy lift, pipe laying Accommodation - flotel Specialist vessels – standby, support, diving support The offshore environment (i.e. remote nature, harsh conditions, proximity of working/living environments) Offsho re Hazards

Training staff to explain: 1.2.1 1.2.2 1.2.3 1.2.4 (a) (b) (c) (d) (e)

Definitions of hazard, risk and control measures Accident statistics; comparison with other industries Environmental impact and statistics Offshore hazards and comparative risk levels including: Pressure hazards – oil/gas reservoir, process/drilling pipework, water/gas injection, gas compression and noise Motion hazards – drilling tubulars, exposed machinery parts, moving heavy equipment and manual handling Chemical hazards – drilling chemicals, reservoir fluids/gases (including H2S), confined space entry, process chemicals and solvents Electrical hazards – maintenance of electrical equipment, faulty electrical equipment Gravity hazards – working under suspended loads, working at heights and slips & trips


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OPITO Approved Standard BOSIET/FOET ©OPITO ELEMENT 1.3

Managing Offsho re Safety

Training staff to explain: 1.3.1 (a) (b) (c)

ELEMENT 1.4

The multiple barriers model and systems in place to prevent hazards from contacting targets including: Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) Personal Responsibility for Safety (PRfS) Safety observation programmes

Control ling Offsho re Hazards

Training staff to explain: 1.4.1 1.4.2 (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) 1.4.3 ELEMENT 1.5

The hierarchy of control and how control measures are implemented offshore Determining risks and implementing control measures to include: Reservoir/pipe work isolation BOP Training on handling tubulars Guarding of machinery MSDS/ chemical and dust protection Electrical isolation Fall protection The consequences of failure to control the risks Regulating Offsho re Safety

Training staff to explain: 1.5.1 (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) 1.5.2 1.5.3 1.5.4 1.5.5 1.5.6

How offshore safety is regulated; to include: Applicable legislation Legislative requirements Legal responsibilities Role of industry organisations Documenting the Safety Management Systems Hierarchy of legislation Directives Safety Case regulations – identification of major hazards, risks and control measures, how safety is audited, acceptance by the health & safety regulator, verification of safety critical systems and performance standards Duties of employer and employees and concept of ALARP How goals are set for prevention/protection and emergency response, emergency response planning and performance standards


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OPITO Approved Standard BOSIET/FOET ©OPITO 1.5.7 1.5.8 1.5.9

ELEMENT 1.6

Role of the Health & Safety Authorities – scope, activities and powers of the health & safety inspector Use of relevant ISO standards e.g. ISO 14001 Industry’s expectations of personal safety behaviour to include industry vision, expected standards for safety and behavioural safety tools Living and Working Offshore

Training staff to explain: 1.6.1 1.6.2 1.6.3 1.6.4 (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) (h) (i) (j) 1.6.5 (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) 1.6.6 (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) 1.6.7

Fitness requirements and medical standards The procedure for taking prescribed medicines offshore Alcohol and substance abuse policies Offshore routines to include: Reporting in Items permitted/not permitted offshore Installation induction Safety constituencies Role of safety representatives and safety committees Responsibilities of employers Employee line of reporting Cabin/laundry/bond Recreation /smoking Getting on with others Working routines to include: Procedures Work authorisation Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Maintaining a safe workplace Waste disposal The right to stop unsafe work Involvement in safety including: Observation systems PTW Toolbox talks Safety meetings Drills & exercises Additional emergency response duties Getting involved Communicating safety, including lines of communication


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OPITO Approved Standard BOSIET/FOET ©OPITO 1.6.8 1.6.9 (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f)

What to do when not satisfied e.g. contact immediate supervisor, OIM, Safety Representative, health & safety regulator Injuries and illness to include: Reporting incidents, accidents, near misses and illnesses The role of the medic First aid arrangements offshore Investigation of incidents and accidents Preventing a recurrence Support available to relatives in the event of illness/injury/major incident/evacuation

Formal assessment of knowledge (see A.6)

MODULE 2

Helic opter Safety and Escape

ELEMENT 2.1

Helico pter Travel

Training staff to explain: 2.1.1 2.1.2 (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g)

Pre-flight briefings The procedures for pre-boarding, safe boarding, in-flight and safe disembarkation including:* Arrival time Correct dress Documentation Prohibited articles Check-in procedures Safe boarding Pre flight video

*This is in addition to the information detailed during pre-flight briefings. ELEMENT 2.2

Helico pter Emergencies

Training staff to explain: 2.2.1 (a) (b)

Helicopter emergencies to include: Abnormal conditions (e.g. fuel leaks) Fire – informing crew


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OPITO Approved Standard BOSIET/FOET ©OPITO 2.2.2 (a) (b) (c) 2.2.3 2.2.4 2.2.5 2.2.6

In-flight procedures to include: Hood-up - zip up Seat belt/lifejacket Following crew instructions Aircraft flotation characteristics Escape routes for ditching and emergency landing Independent action Survival techniques

Training staff to explain and demonstrate: 2.2.7 2.2.8 2.2.9 2.2.10 2.2.11 2.2.12 2.2.13

Donning a transit type survival suit, emergency breathing system equipment and an aviation lifejacket Use of the Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) - DVD to be shown in UK and Ireland. Optional in other regions (no practical demonstration required) Ditching and emergency landing including brace positions for the range of seating locations and harness types Emergency equipment onboard including aviation liferaft stowage, operation and entry Initial actions on boarding the aviation liferaft e.g. mooring lines, deploying the sea anchor, raising the canopy and raft maintenance Secondary actions on boarding the aviation liferaft e.g. posting lookouts, activating the radio beacons and first aid Evacuation including: (a) Locate (b) Release (on-command) (c) Exits & push out windows - on water, underwater, capsize

2.2.14 2.2.15 2.2.16

The principles of emergency breathing system equipment The duration of emergency breathing systems Flotation dynamics associated with emergency breathing systems and equipment

Delegates to practise and demonstrate: 2.2.17 2.2.18 2.2.19 2.2.20 2.2.21

Donning of a transit type survival suit, emergency breathing system equipment and an aviation lifejacket Verifying the integrity of the emergency breathing system equipment Carrying out re-breathing actions using emergency breathing system equipment at atmospheric pressure in dry conditions Carrying out breathing actions in a pool environment utilising personal air (must experience positive and negative pressure created by body orientation in the water) Preparation for a helicopter ditching/emergency landing


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OPITO Approved Standard BOSIET/FOET ©OPITO 2.2.22 2.2.23

2.2.24 2.2.25 2.2.26 2.2.27 2.2.28 2.2.29 2.2.30

Evacuation from a helicopter using a nominated exit, following a controlled emergency descent to a dry landing Dry evacuation, using a nominated exit, to an aviation liferaft from a helicopter ditched on water (including deployment of EBS equipment and, on instructions from aircrew, operation of a push out window), assisting others where possible and carrying out initial and secondary actions. Escaping through a window opening which is under water, from a partially submerged helicopter (without deploying EBS equipment or operation of a push out window) Escaping through a window opening which is under water, from a partially submerged helicopter (deploying & operating EBS equipment but without operating a push out window) Escaping through a window opening which is under water, from a partially submerged helicopter (deploying and operating EBS equipment and operating a push out window) Escaping through a window opening which is under water, from a capsized helicopter (without deploying EBS equipment or operating a push out window) Escaping through a window opening which is under water, from a capsized helicopter (deploying EBS equipment on surface prior to capsize but without operating a push out window) Escaping through a window opening which is under water, from a capsized helicopter (deploying EBS equipment on surface prior to capsize and operating a push out window) Inflation of an aviation lifejacket, deployment of a spray visor and boarding of an aviation liferaft from the water

NOTES:

- All delegates should be encouraged to use the emergency breathing system equipment throughout the capsize exercise although use of the emergency breathing system equipment throughout the capsize exercise is not mandatory - Compressed air cylinders are not to be used during the EBS training - Although push out windows are to be fitted for the final capsize exercise, the ability of the delegate in the operation of these should be assessed during the partial submersion exercise.


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MODULE 3

Sea Survival and First Aid

ELEMENT 3.1

Evacuation

Training staff to explain: 3.1.1 3.1.2 3.1.3 3.1.4 (a) (b) (c) (d)

Types of emergencies The station bill Means of escape The actions to be taken prior to, during and after selective evacuation or escape from an offshore installation covering: Layout of installations (escape routes, temporary refuge, muster locations, abandonment locations, access routes including helideck, bridge landing points and tertiary escape points) Installation alarms and communications (locations, use and appropriate response) The possibility of devolved command within the installation's organisational structure and appropriate procedures and actions should this occur The need for and use of personal protective equipment (gloves, torch, smoke hoods, survival/abandonment suits etc.)

3.1.5

The SAR organisation, means of rescue from the sea and survival craft and actions to take during rescue 3.1.6 The importance of correct personal clothing 3.1.7 Rescue by helicopter – winchman duties 3.1.8 Methods of rescue – standby vessel, FRC, net, basket and ladder (this may be achieved by the use of video or slides) (The information in 3.1.4 (a) to (d) is in addition to the information detailed during installation briefings.) Training staff to explain: 3.1.9 3.1.10

The various types of survival craft (TEMPSC) - freefall/single/twin The function and capabilities of TEMPSC (e.g. air supply, fire protection, buoyancy) 3.1.11 The procedure for mustering, boarding and strapping in, including the safety precautions during lowering and release, emergency equipment and supplies 3.1.12 The various methods of tertiary escape (this may be achieved by the use of video or slides) to include: (a) Knotted rope (b) Scramble net (c) Liferaft (d) Ladders (e) Person descending escape devices Note: Minimum of one of the above methods is to be demonstrated practically Revision 4 (07-Dec 2006); Amendment 30 (19-Oct 2010)

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OPITO Approved Standard BOSIET/FOET ©OPITO 3.1.13

Rescue by helicopter – the hi-line, double lift and single lift (minimum single lift to be demonstrated practically),

Delegates to practise and demonstrate: 3.1.14

Mustering, boarding and strapping in as a TEMPSC passenger (the craft then to be lowered into water and released) Water entry (stepping off poolside 1m height) and the precautions when entering from a height The fitting of a helicopter lifting strop, subsequent lifting and (simulated) entry into a rescue helicopter including:

3.1.15 3.1.16 (a) (b) (c) 3.1.17 3.1.18 ELEMENT 3.2

Single lift Body posture Aircraft entry In-water procedures, including individual (swimming, HELP , wave slap protection) and group survival techniques (towing, chain, huddle and circle), followed by rescue by one of the recognised methods available offshore Boarding a marine liferaft from the water and carrying out initial and secondary actions. Emergency First Aid

Note: Emergency first aid training will normally be delivered along with sea survival (i.e. the

first aid actions suitable for use in a liferaft and TEMPSC) Training staff to explain: 3.2.1 3.2.2 3.2.3 3.2.4

First aid arrangements Maintaining safety Appropriate behaviour at the first aid scene Immediate first aid actions suitable for use prior to the arrival of the medic/first-aider including: (a) Bleeding/burns (immediate action) (b) Chemical contact (c) Exposure to the elements (heat and cold)


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OPITO Approved Standard BOSIET/FOET ©OPITO Element 3.2 Emergency First Aid continued. Training staff to explain and demonstrate: 3.2.5 3.2.6

Raising the alarm Immediate first aid actions suitable for use prior to the arrival of the medic/first-aider including: (a) Recovery position (b) ABC and CP R

Delegates to practise and demonstrate: 3.2.7 3.2.8 3.2.9

Raising the alarm Maintaining safety Immediate first aid actions including: (a) (b)

ABC CPR


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MODULE 4

Firefighting and Self Rescu e

ELEMENT 4.1

Firefight ing Offsho re

Training staff to explain: 4.1.1 4.1.2 4.1.3 4.1.4 4.1.5

The common causes and nature of fires onboard offshore oil and gas installations with an emphasis on electrical, domestic and welding related fires The “triangle of combustion” and the spread of the fire – conduction, convection and radiation Extinguishing media; to include water, dry powder, foam and CO2 The purpose of fixed fire and gas detection and firefighting systems Actions to take in areas where these systems are deployed in respect of those having an effect on a persons health and safety (i.e., deluge, halon, CO2, and the urgent need to evacuate the area)

More detailed information on fire equipment and procedures specific to an installation will be included in installation safety briefings. Training staff to explain and demonstrate: 4.1.6 (a) (b) (c) 4.1.7 4.1.8

Action on discovering a fire (installation emergency procedures) with emphasis on: Raising the alarm (methods) Location of portable hand held firefighting equipment (types to be used during practical session) Evacuation to designated area Protection offered, correct method of wearing/fit and condition of PPE The operation of hand held portable fire extinguishers, small bore fire hose reels, fire blankets and their use against actual Class A and Class B fires as appropriate.

Each delegate to practise and demonstrate: 4.1.9 4.1.10 4.1.11

Correct method of wearing/fit and checking condition of PPE Raising the alarm on discovery of a fire The operation of hand held portable fire extinguishers in extinguishing Class A or Class B fires of surface area 0.1m2 to 1.0m2 as appropriate (see note 3 below)


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OPITO Approved Standard BOSIET/FOET ©OPITO Notes Element 4.1:

(1) (2)

All practical sessions involving the use of the above equipment should include the appropriate procedure on discovering a fire with emphasis on raising the alarm. The OP ITO standard will be satisfied if each delegate practises the operation and use of each of the following types of fire extinguisher:

(a) (b) (c)

Water or foam CO2 Dry chemical

(3)

Although class A and B fuels must be used for demonstration fires by staff, LP G simulation may be used for delegate practical exercises. Although not a requirement of the standard, delegates may operate a small bore hose reel and/or fire blanket if sufficient time is available.

(4)

ELEMENT 4.2

Self Rescue

Training staff to explain and demonstrate: 4.2.1 4.2.2 4.2.3 4.2.4

Selection of smoke hood types Donning and use of smoke hoods Self rescue techniques with and without respiratory protection from areas which are being subjected to smoke and heat Small group escape techniques with respiratory protection from an area which is being subjected to smoke and heat

Delegates to practise and demonstrate: 4.2.5 4.2.6 4.2.7 4.2.8

Donning and use of smoke hood Self-rescue techniques with a smoke hood from areas where visibility is reduced due to smoke* Self-rescue techniques with a smoke hood from areas where visibility is completely obscured** Small group escape techniques with a smoke hood from areas where visibility is completely obscured**

* Smoke hoods to be used in cosmetic smoke only **This may be achieved by conducting exercises in darkness or by using “blacked out” smoke hoods


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SECTION B B.1

Furth er Offsh ore Emergency Training (FOET)

Target gro up for the FOET

This programme is designed to meet the further onshore safety and emergency response training requirements for personnel working in the offshore oil and gas industry.

B.2

Delegate pre-requis ites for the FOET

The FOET is open to persons who have a valid (in-date) OPITO approved BOSIET or TBOSIET, or FOET or TFOET certificate. It is the duty of the training provider to verify to OP ITO the pre-requisites of the delegates, if requested.

B.3

Physical and stressful demands of the FOET

Emergency response training contains physically demanding and potentially stressful elements. All personnel who participate in such training must be medically fit and capable of participating fully. Therefore training establishments are required, as a minimum, to ensure that prior to participating in practical exercises the delegate either: a) Possess a valid, current offshore medical certificate or b) Possess an operator approved medical certificate, or c) Undergoes an appropriate medical screening by the training establishment This information will be given to delegates as part of the pre-course joining instructions. The responsibility for the individual completing the course, without any adverse effects to their present state of health, lies with the delegate and/or company sponsoring the delegate. Where doubt exists regarding the medical fitness of any delegate the training establishment should seek the advice of a medical officer. A medical officer, familiar with the nature and extent of the training must be ‘on call’. Note: Practical exercises shou ld be designed and delivered so lely to meet th is st andard, and must not place on the delegates any physical or mental demands other than those required to meet the Standard.


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B.4

Aims and objectives of the FOET

The aim of the FOET is to provide the delegates with the opportunity to practice and demonstrate emergency response skills which are not possible to practice during offshore drills, exercises and emergency training. The objectives of the FOET are: (a)

(b) (c)

B.5

Delegates must be able to 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. Delegates must be able to demonstrate that they can effectively use basic firefighting equipment, and practice self rescue techniques in low visibility situations e.g. smoke filled areas. Delegates must be able to demonstrate that they can perform basic first aid.

Learning outco mes of the FOET

Delegates will be required to demonstrate their skills and the level of knowledge and understanding of the following key areas. MODULE 5


To successfully complete this module, delegates must be able to demonstrate: (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) MODULE 6

Donning a transit type survival suit, aviation lifejacket and emergency breathing system equipment Operation and use of EBS during pool exercises Actions in preparation for a helicopter ditching Actions following a controlled ditching on water (including deployment of EBS and, on instructions from aircrew, operation of a push out window) Actions following a partial submersion of an aircraft (including operation of EBS but without operation of a push out window) Actions following a partial submersion of an aircraft (including operation of EBS and a push out window) Actions following an aircraft capsize in water (including deployment of EBS on the surface and the operation of a push out window) Firefight ing and Self Rescue

To successfully complete this module, delegates must be able to demonstrate: (1) (2)

Use of appropriate hand held portable fire extinguishers Self-rescue techniques with a smoke hood from areas where visibility is reduced due to smoke Continued.


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OPITO Approved Standard BOSIET/FOET ©OPITO (3) (4)

Self-rescue techniques with a smoke hood from areas where visibility is completely obscured Small group escape techniques with a smoke hood from areas where visibility is completely obscured

MODULE 7

Emergency First Aid

To successfully complete this module, delegates must be able to demonstrate: (1) (2)

B.6

Raising the alarm Immediate first aid actions including: ABC and CPR

Delegate Perfo rmanc e assessment of the FOET

Delegates will be assessed against the learning outcomes using direct observation. Training providers must have a documented procedure in place for dealing with persons not meeting the stated learning outcomes.

B.7

Duration and timi ng of the FOET

The optimum ‘contact time’ for this training is seen as 8 hours . Where this training is part of a programme of longer duration the total contact time per day must not exceed 8 hours and the total training day must not exceed 10 hours. The total training day includes contact time, refreshment and meal breaks and travel between training sites where applicable. Table of FOET Module/Element Timings

Module Course Introduction 5 6 7

Helicopter Safety and Escape Firefighting and self rescue Emergency First Aid

Element B.8 5.1 6.1 7.1

Aim, learning outcomes, timetable, assessment methods and training staff roles Helicopter safety and escape techniques Firefighting and self rescue techniques

Expected (approximate) Duration (minutes) 10 255 155

Emergency first aid techniques

60

Total

480 mins (8hrs 0mins )


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B.8

The FOET Training Programme

The training programme outlined below will assist the delegates to meet the stated learning outcomes. The order in which elements of the training programme are delivered may vary. However, contents in Appendix 1 must be covered prior to course commencement To make efficient use of time and ensure effective learning there should, wherever practicable, be an integration of the three phases of explanation, demonstration and practise. Full use should be made of visual / audio visual aids and course handout material. Each module must be introduced by the training staff, and include: (a) (b) (c) (d)

Ai m – The main purpose of the module Learning Outcomes – What the delegates are expected to learn Timetable – Training modules duration and timing As sess men t – how delegates will be assessed and what they will be assessed

(e)

against Staff - who will be delivering the training and roles of training support staff

The FOET Training course consists of the following modules and elements: Module 5


Element 5.1

Helicopter safety and escape techniques

Module 6

Firefight ing and Self Rescue

Element 6.1

Basic firefighting and self rescue techniques

Module 7

Emergency First Aid

Element 7.1

Emergency first aid techniques

MODULE 5


ELEMENT 5.1

Helicopter Safety and Escape techni ques

Training staff to explain and demonstrate 5.1.1 5.1.2 5.1.3 5.1.4 5.1.5 5.1.6

Donning and operation of EBS Use of the Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) - DVD to be shown in UK and Ireland. Optional in other regions (no practical demonstration required) The principles of emergency breathing system equipment The durations of emergency breathing systems Flotation dynamics associated with emergency breathing system equipment Brace positions for the range of seating locations and harness types


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OPITO Approved Standard BOSIET/FOET ©OPITO Delegates to practise and demonstrate: 5.1.7 5.1.8 5.1.9 5.1.10 5.1.11 5.1.12 5.1.13

5.1.14 5.1.15 5.1.16

5.1.17 5.1.18 5.1.19

Donning a survival suit, aviation lifejacket and emergency breathing system equipment Becoming familiar with the equipment prior to the first exercise Verifying the integrity of the emergency breathing system equipment Carrying out re-breathing actions using emergency breathing system equipment at atmospheric pressure in dry conditions Carrying out breathing actions in a pool environment utilising personal air (must experience positive and negative pressure created by body orientation in the water) Deploying EBS equipment, operating a push out window (on instruction from aircrew) and carrying out a dry evacuation via a nominated emergency exit to an aviation liferaft from a helicopter ditched on water Assisting others where possible and carrying out initial (e.g. mooring lines, deploying the sea anchor, raising the canopy and raft maintenance) and secondary actions (e.g. posting lookouts, activating the radio beacons and first aid) on boarding the aviation liferaft Escape, through a window opening which is under water, from a partially submerged helicopter (deploying and operating EBS equipment but without operating a push out window) Escape, through a window opening which is under water from a partially submerged helicopter (deploying and operating EBS equipment and operating a push out window) Escape, through a window opening which is under water, from a capsized helicopter (deploying EBS equipment on surface prior to capsize and operating a push out window), inflating a lifejacket, deploying the spray visor and carrying out in-water procedures (including individual and group survival techniques) – swimming, HELP, towing, chain, huddle and circle Boarding of an aviation liferaft from the water Being rescued by one of the recognised methods available offshore Survivor action on rescue – MRRD, FRC, helicopter etc.

NOTES Modu le 5:

- All delegates should be encouraged to use the emergency breathing system equipment throughout the capsize exercise although use of the emergency breathing system equipment throughout the capsize exercise is not mandatory - Compressed air cylinders are not to be used during the EBS training - Although push out windows are to be fitted for the capsize exercise, competence in the operation of these should be assessed during the partial submersion exercise


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MODULE 6

Firefighting and Self Rescu e

ELEMENT 6.1

Basic Firefight ing and Self Rescu e Techniques

Delegates to practise and demonstrate: 6.1.1 6.1.2

Raising the alarm on discovery of a fire The operation of hand held portable fire extinguishers in extinguishing Class A or Class B fires of surface area 0.1m2 to 1.0m2 as appropriate (see Note 2 below) 6.1.3 Self-rescue techniques with a smoke hood from areas where visibility is reduced due to smoke* 6.1.4 Self-rescue techniques with a smoke hood from areas where visibility is completely obscured** 6.1.5 Small group escape techniques with a smoke hood from areas where visibility is completely obscured** * Smoke hoods to be used in cosmetic smoke only **This may be achieved by conducting exercises in darkness or by using “blacked out” smoke hoods NOTES Modu le 6:

(1)

The OP ITO standard will be satisfied if each delegate practises the operation and use of each of the following types of fire extinguisher: (a) (b) (c)

Water or foam CO2 Dry chemical

(2)

Although class A and B fuels must be used for demonstration fires by staff, LP G simulation may be used for delegate practice exercises.

(3)

Although not a requirement of the standard, delegates may operate a small bore hose reel and/or fire blanket if sufficient time is available.


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MODULE 7

Emergency First Aid

ELEMENT 7.1

Emergency First Aid Techni ques

Training staff to explain: 7.1.1 7.1.2 7.1.3 7.1.4

First aid arrangements Maintaining safety Appropriate behaviour at the first aid scene Immediate first aid actions suitable for use prior to the arrival of the medic/first-aider including: (a) Bleeding (b) Burns (c) Chemical contact

Training staff to explain and demonstrate: 7.1.5 7.1.6

Raising the alarm Immediate first aid actions suitable for use prior to the arrival of the medic/first-aider including: (a) Recovery position (b) ABC and CP R

Delegates to practise and demonstrate: 7.1.7 7.1.8

Raising the alarm Immediate first aid actions including: (a) ABC (b) CPR


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SECTION C

Resourc es fo r the BOSIET and FOET

In order that a training programme may be delivered successfully it is essential that the right people are there to support the programme and that the appropriate facilities and equipment are in place.

C.1

Staff

OP ITO approved training providers will deliver training and carry out assessment of the modules. It is important that the staff involved have the appropriate qualifications and experience to ensure that all training and supporting activities are carried out in accordance with current legislation. Training staff will be: (a) (b)

Trained in instructional/lecture techniques and/or have proven instructing /teaching experience Included in an ongoing training programme, which includes visits to offshore oil and gas installations, to enable them to maintain and update skills

Assessors will be discipline experts trained and qualified in assessment techniques. A qualified first aid person must be in attendance during all practical emergency breathing systems (EBS) training. Training staff involved in HUET diving support operations will be trained using the OPITO Training course entitled: ‘HUET Diver’. All staff will have the appropriate competencies to conduct/assist with the element of training being undertaken.


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C.2

Trainer/Delegate Ratio (1)

The ratio shown for theory sessions indicates the maximum number of delegates attending the course.

(2)

Other ratios indicate the maximum number of delegates to be supervised by an instructor at any one time during each activity.

Unit Safety Induction Helicopter Escape

Sea Survival

Firefighting & Self Rescue

Practical s elf rescue

Session

Theory Theory Theory & Demonstration Dry Helicopter Escape Trainer Emergency breathing system equipment familiarisation training (in pool) Helicopter Underwater Escape Trainer

Theory TEMPSC (per craft) Theory & Demonstration Lowering and Release In-Water

Ratio

1: 16 1: 16 1: 16 1: 8 1: 4 1: 4 One instructor to be nominated pool supervisor plus a minimum of 2 staff as in-water safety persons. Max. 4 delegates in trainer. 1: 16 1: 8 1: 16 1: 8 One instructor to be nominated pool supervisor plus a minimum of 2 staff appropriately dressed for response to any in-water emergency. 1: 16 1: 4 1: 16 1: 16

Emergency first aid theory Supervision of ABC practical Theory Extinguishers Theory & Demonstration Practical Extinguishers 1: 4 Group escape exercise 1: 4 Self-rescue in cosmetic 1: 4 smoke


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C.3

Facilities

It is important to ensure that the full range of facilities are made available to ensure delegates get the most out of their training. The following facilities criteria must be adhered to: Ad mi ni st rat io n arr ang emen ts appropriate for enrolment and certification of delegates and all

aspects of the delivery of training in accordance with this standard. Theory traini ng area(s) so designed to enable each delegate to view, hear and participate fully

in the subject matter being taught. Practical training areas so designed to enable each delegate to individually, or as part of a

team, to view, hear and practise the following: 1. Dry evacuation into an aviation liferaft on water from a helicopter trainer 2. Escape from a partially submerged helicopter trainer through an exit which is under water and use of emergency breathing system equipment 3. Escape from a capsized helicopter trainer and use of a lifejacket 4. Evacuate from a helicopter trainer following an emergency dry landing 5. Operation of emergency exits and push out windows of a type currently found on helicopters operating offshore 6. Donning of a survival suit, aviation lifejacket and emergency breathing system equipment 7. Operation of an aviation liferaft 8. Operation and use of EBS during pool exercises 9. Deployment of emergency breathing system equipment during helicopter evacuation and escape training 10. The donning of a permanent buoyancy life jacket 11. The use of a helicopter lifting strop and winching to a simulated rescue aircraft 12. The boarding of a marine life raft from the water 13. In-water procedures, including individual and group survival technique, followed by rescue by one of the recognised methods available offshore 14. Mustering, boarding and strapping in as a TEMPSC passenger (the craft then to be lowered and released) 15. The use of portable fire extinguishers on a range of fires of surface area 0.1 m 2 to 1.0 m2 against the following: a) b)

Class B contained spill Class A fire

16. The donning and wearing of a smoke hood in an area which can be smoke logged using cosmetic smoke 17. Dedicated concreted area with adequate drainage to allow the delivery of all fire fighting exercises for 16 delegates, instructors and support staff NOTES:

1. A fresh water pool with appropriate water treatment facilities is required for conducting all HUET and in-water exercises. Continued. Revision 4 (07-Dec 2006); Amendment 30 (19-Oct 2010)

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OPITO Approved Standard BOSIET/FOET ©OPITO Al l fac il it ies mu st be mai nt ain ed and wh ere app ro pr iat e, in sp ect ed and tes ted in accordance with cur rent standards/legislation and manufacturers recommendations. Risk assessments must be conducted and documented for all training facilities and equipment.

C.4

Equipment

The following equipment, of a type in use regionally on offshore oil and gas installations and helicopters involved in offshore operations, is required to meet the needs of the training programme. 1. Aviation and marine lifejackets 2. Cosmetic smoke generator 3. Emergency Breathing System Equipment 4. Fire blanket 5. First Aid Equipment 6. Fuels and props (Class A & B fires) 7. Helicopter rescue strops 8. Helicopter Underwater Escape Trainer(s) c/w removable exits 9. Hose reel 10. Health & safety figures on accident statistics 11. Installation emergency organisation chart (examples) 12. Location aids suitable for training purposes (e.g. dummy radio beacons and pyrotechnics) 13. Mannequins and cleaning equipment 14. Marine liferaft and ancillary equipment 15. Permit to Work (examples) 16. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 17. Portable Extinguishers – water/foam, CO2 and dry chemical 18. Rescue equipment 19. Rescue facility (optional) 20. Aviation liferaft and ancillary equipment 21. Smoke hoods 22. Products on task based risk assessment, lifting and mechanical handling, PRfS, and Permit to Work (e.g. from Step Change in Safety) 23. STOP/START/TOFS information 24. Survival Suit 25. TE MPSC and ancillary equipment 26. Tertiary Escape Systems (video/slide presentation) 27. Torches 28. Transit Suits 29. Video – Pyrotechnics 30. Video - Hypothermia 31. Winch for use during simulated helicopter rescue 32. Sufficient diving equipment for HUET safety divers Revision 4 (07-Dec 2006); Amendment 30 (19-Oct 2010)

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OPITO Approved Standard BOSIET/FOET ©OPITO C.4 Equip ment continued.

Particular attention must be paid to the hygienic maintenance of EBS equipment including random sampling third party microbiology testing. EBS units must be individually numbered to facilitate traceability. TEMPSC Requirements

(a) Davit arrangement, complete with rubber buffers to enable delegates to enter the TEMPSC without it moving (b) Centrifugal brake arrangement to enable the TEMPSC to be lowered without power; activation of this system is undertaken from within the TEMP SC by the coxswain/instructor (c) Electric winch for hoisting, complete with limit switches to prevent Davit/TEMPSC damage (d) Minimum lowering height of 2m; applicable to ‘bund wall’ and pool arrangements. In tidal areas; max. 5m lowering height, as this may vary due to tidal fluctuation. HUET Requirements

Helicopter Underwater Escape Trainers (HUETs) used for OPITO training must meet the following criteria: (a) The Trainer must have at least four seats for delegates and sufficient space for minimum of one instructor (b) The Trainer must have a push-out window exit available for each delegate. (c) The Trainer push-out window exits should be of a similar size to those found on the common offshore helicopters. (d) The Trainer must be able to be lowered on to the surface of the water and then subsequently lowered below the water in an upright position. (e) The Trainer body (with the seats) can rotate a minimum of 180° in a controlled fashion. (f) There is a means of stopping the trainer rotation in an emergency i.e. a brake. (g) The Trainer, in an emergency can be rapidly retrieved to the surface and if necessary to the side of the pool with the delegates inside. (h) The Trainer must have realistic seating arrangement as found in offshore helicopters, and include seatbelt/harness fastenings and a system for releasing delegates in an emergency should the buckle fail to open. (i) The Trainer requires a nominated exit i.e. a door (hinged or sliding) with the operating mechanism of a type similar to that found on offshore helicopters. Note: One HUET can be used for both wet and dry exercises. Alternatively, two trainers can

be used. Al l equ ip men t mu st be mai nt ain ed, and wh ere app ro pr iat e, in sp ect ed and tes ted in accordance with current standards/legislation, guidance and manufacturer s recommendations.


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SECTION D D.1

Admi nist ration and Certif ication

Joini ng Instruct ions

All joining instructions must contain information which indicates that certain aspects of the course are of a physical nature and contain potentially stressful elements. Prior to each course commencing, delegates must sign a declaration indicating they have read and understood a written statement regarding the physical and potentially stressful nature of the programme, and the need for delegates to be in good health.

D.2

Periodicity

The maximum interval between the successful completion of BOSIET training and subsequent completion of FOET training is 4 years . Note: Some individual companies require re-validation at intervals more frequent than that

required by OP ITO; in these instances it will be acceptable for training providers to omit or modify the expiry date to avoid confusion. However the validity period will remain as set by OP ITO with regard to the central register and the industry as a whole.

D.3

Certification

Training establishments are responsible for issuing a certificate direct to the delegate completing the programme and to the sponsoring company (when required). Each certificate must indicate that the delegate has been assessed against the learning outcomes and must contain the following: (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) (h)

Training Establishment name Full OP ITO course title stating that it is OP ITO approved OP ITO course identification code Delegate's name Course dates Expiry date (4 years following the date that the delegate successfully completes the course) Unique Certificate Number Training Establishment Signatory


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D.4

Course Admini stration

Each delegate attending any OPITO approved programme must be registered with the Central Register (CR) operated by OP ITO. Registration must be made by the training establishment to OPITO within one week following the course. OP ITO confirms that information on the registration form will be contained in a computerised register which will be available to employers, prospective employers and training providers in the oil and gas industry to verify training records. At all times use of this data will be strictly in accordance with principles laid down in the UK Data Protection Act, 1998.


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Glossary ABC ALARP BOSIET BOP CO2 CPR CR EBS FOET FRC HELP HUE T H2S MRRD MSDS OIM POB PRfS PPE PTW SMS TEMPSC TOFS

Airway Breathing Circulation As low as reasonably practical Basic Offshore Safety Induction & Emergency Training Blow Out Preventer Carbon Dioxide Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Central Register Emergency Breathing System Further Offshore Emergency Training Fast Rescue Craft Heat Escape Lessening Position Helicopter Underwater Escape Trainer Hydrogen Sulphide Mechanical Rescue and Recovery Device Material Safety Data Sheet Offshore Installation Manager Personnel Onboard Personal Responsibility for Safety Personal Protective Equipment Permit to Work Safety Management System Totally Enclosed Motor Propelled Survival Craft Time Out for Safety


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