"The Basic Coxswain Lifeboat (Freefall) NOGEPA 2.7AF course prepares offshore personnel to safely command and operate a freefall lifeboat during drills and emergency evacuations on offshore installations.
This certified offshore safety training ensures that designated freefall lifeboat coxswains are competent in launching, navigating, and managing passengers in accordance with NOGEPA standards and North Sea safety regulations.
This course is intended for personnel appointed as Freefall Lifeboat Coxswain on offshore oil & gas or mining installations.
Participants are typically members of the Emergency Response Team (ERT) responsible for evacuation procedures."
Add Pre Requisites
"There are no formal training prerequisites.
However, delegates must:
- Present a valid offshore medical certificate prior to participating in practical exercises
- Be medically fit to perform lifeboat launching and handling operations"
Objective
"The objective of the NOGEPA 2.7AF Coxswain Freefall Lifeboat training is to ensure delegates can safely prepare, launch, and control a freefall lifeboat during emergency evacuation scenarios.
Upon successful completion, delegates will be able to:
- Act as the responsible person in charge of a freefall lifeboat
- Prepare the lifeboat for launch in accordance with offshore procedures
- Execute a controlled freefall launch
- Navigate the lifeboat to a safe distance from the installation
- Ensure the safety and welfare of passengers during evacuation
The course combines theoretical instruction with practical training exercises to ensure full operational readiness."
Course content
"Operational Readiness & Maintenance
- Maintaining the lifeboat in operational condition
- Inspection and readiness checks
- Participation in and execution of drills
- Responding effectively to alarms
Launch Procedures
- Preparation of the lifeboat for launching
- Boarding procedures and passenger allocation
- Safe execution of freefall launching procedures
Navigation & Communication
- Manoeuvring and navigation to a safe area
- Communication by radio and other emergency systems
-Coordinating with offshore control rooms and emergency services
Passenger Safety & Control
- Ensuring the safety of passengers and lifeboat
- Embarking and disembarking procedures
- Acting as the responsible lifeboat commander during emergencies"
Exam
"Delegates are assessed through direct observation based on the learning outcomes specified in the NOGEPA Training Handbook – Chapter 2.7 Coxswain Lifeboat.
Upon successful completion, certification is issued in accordance with NOGEPA requirements and offshore industry standards."
