OPITO Basic Offshore Safety Induction & Emergency Training (BOSIET) incl. EBS 5700

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.

Valid medical certificate AWMF-S1 (DGMM) or equivalent

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.

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