The training program is
specialist in nature and designed to meet specific safety and emergency
response competency needs of personnel working within the offshore oil and gas
industry where there is a requirement for the use of helidecks, engaging in
emergency helicopter operations, including compressed air emergency breathing
systems (CA-EBS) during transportation to and from
offshore locations by helicopter.
It covers the specific hazards and risks of the environment and focuses on the correct application of CA-EBS in an emergency. Students undergo an extensive training course in emergency procedures, evacuation, survival techniques, and medical response appropriate for an offshore environment.
Practical training exercises are based on scenarios that might arise in real life, with the view to be prepared for the most efficient response in an emergency. This program also covers the regulatory requirements and industry best practices in pursuit of compliance and safety culture. This program provides the underpinning knowledge and skills for personnel to competently respond to emergencies offshore, enhancing general safety standards and contributing to the well-being of personnel offshore.
What will I learn?
- 1. Properly don an aviation transit suit, lifejacket, and CA-EBS equipment, conduct integrity and buddy checks, and ensure readiness for use.
- 2. Deploy, operate, and breathe from a CA-EBS under atmospheric conditions.
- 3. Prepare effectively for a helicopter ditching emergency landing and follow aircrew instructions.
- 4. Locate and use CA-EBS equipment, perform dry evacuations through a nominated exit, and transition safely to an aviation life raft.
- 5. Simulate in-water ditching preparation, including locating exits and deploying CA-EBS equipment under dry conditions at poolside.
- 6. Evacuate from a helicopter ditched on water, operate a push-out window if required, assist others, and carry out initial life raft actions such as mooring, deploying the sea anchor, raising the canopy, and conducting maintenance.
- 7. Escape through an underwater window opening from a partially submerged helicopter, both with and without push-out window operation.
- 8. Escape from a capsized helicopter through an underwater window opening, without the use of a push-out window.
- 9. Follow post-escape procedures, including inflating a lifejacket, deploying a spray visor, and performing in-water survival techniques such as swimming, the Heat Escape Lessening Position (HELP), towing, forming chains, huddles, and circles.
- 10. Board an aviation life raft from the water and secure safety.
- 11.Experience rescue by recognized offshore methods and understand survivor actions post-rescue.
- Valid BOSIET or FOET certificate (with CA-EBS, EBS, or TBOSIET/TFOET).
- Offshore medical fitness certificate.
- Minimum age: 18 years.
- Proficiency in course language.
- Valid photo ID for registration.
- Training providers must verify that delegates meet all pre-requisite requirements.
- 1. What is Further Offshore Emergency Training (FOET)?
FOET is refresher training for offshore personnel who already hold the required initial offshore emergency training and need to maintain their emergency response skills. - 2. Who needs to take the FOET course?
FOET is mainly for offshore oil and gas personnel who need to renew their existing emergency training before returning to or continuing offshore work. - 3. What are the entry requirements for FOET?
You need a valid qualifying BOSIET, FOET or accepted equivalent certificate, along with the required medical fitness for the practical training. - 4. Is FOET the same as BOSIET?
No. BOSIET is the initial offshore safety and emergency training, while FOET is the refresher training taken afterwards to keep those skills current. - 5. How long does the FOET course take?
The FOET training at Elite Offshore is an 8-hour practical and theory-based course covering key offshore emergency response skills. - 6. How long is a FOET certificate valid?
An OPITO FOET certificate is generally valid for 4 years, subject to the applicable OPITO requirements and the expiry of the previous certificate. - 7. What is covered in FOET training?
The course covers helicopter emergency procedures, underwater escape, emergency breathing equipment, firefighting and self-rescue, first aid, evacuation and offshore survival techniques. - 8. Does FOET include helicopter underwater escape training?
Yes. FOET includes practical helicopter emergency and escape exercises, including preparation for a ditching situation and underwater escape procedures. - 9. Do I need an offshore medical certificate for FOET?
Yes, participants must meet the applicable medical fitness requirements before taking part in the physically demanding practical exercises. - 10. Can international candidates take FOET training at Elite Offshore?
Yes. Elite Offshore provides offshore safety and emergency training for candidates seeking training for offshore oil and gas work, including international learners.
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