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Course overview
The course will provide offshore helideck emergency response personnel with the knowledge, skills, and underpinning knowledge to function in an effective ERT member during helideck and helicopter emergencies.
You Will Learn About:
1. Emergency response procedures and firefighting.
2. Effective communication and teamwork during an emergency.
3. Safe and efficient management of incidents in offshore helideck operations.
Who Should Attend:
Personnel designated as Helideck Emergency Response Team Members (HERTM).
What will I learn?
- 1. Define Key Roles and Responsibilities: Identify the main responsibilities of a HERTM; Understand key elements of HERTM operation; Recognize types of potential offshore helideck emergencies.
- 2. Firefighting Safety and BA Operations: State general firefighting safety goals and objectives; Conduct Breathing Apparatus (BA) operations as directed by the HLO, following safe practices:;
- 3. Helideck Emergency Systems and Response: Explain the purpose of typical helideck emergency systems and controls; Differentiate between emergency responses on main fixed or floating installations and Normally Unattended Installations (NUIs).
- 4. Communication and Response: Communicate effectively with the HLO and team members; Respond appropriately to HLO directions during emergencies.
- 5. Incident Approach and Assessment: Under HLO direction, approach the incident area in a controlled manner; Continuously assess how changes in the emergency may impact team safety.
- 6. Firefighting Operations: Conduct firefighting using fixed and mobile equipment; Provide progress updates to the HLO at appropriate intervals.
- 7. Non-Fire Emergency Response: Respond effectively to non-fire helideck emergencies as directed by the HLO;
- 8. Search and Rescue: Perform search and rescue operations for missing persons and casualties.
- 9. Casualty Handling and Teamwork: Use correct casualty handling techniques; Collaborate with the emergency response backup team when needed.
- 10. Human Factors and Performance: Report to the HLO any human factors affecting individual or team performance during emergencies.
Requirements
- A valid Helideck Emergency Response Team Member (HERTM) Certificate or
- A valid Helideck Emergency Response Team Member Further (HERTM-F) Certificate or
- A valid Helideck Emergency Response Team Leader (HERTL) Certificate or
- A valid Helideck Emergency Response Team Leader further (HERTL-F) Certificate
- Please note that if you already have the above certificates then you don't need to complete the Helideck Operations Initial Training Standard
FAQs
- 1. What is the Helideck Emergency Response Team Member (HERTM) course?
The HERTM course trains offshore personnel to respond safely and effectively to helicopter and helideck emergencies as part of an emergency response team. - 2. Who should take the HERTM course?
It is intended for personnel who are designated to work as Helideck Emergency Response Team Members on offshore installations and helidecks. - 3. What does the HERTM course cover?
The training covers helideck emergency response, firefighting, breathing apparatus operations, communication, incident assessment, search and rescue, casualty handling, and non-fire emergencies. - 4. How long is the HERTM course?
The HERTM course has a total duration of 32 hours and is delivered through offline training. - 5. What will I learn in HERTM training?
You will learn how to respond under HLO direction, approach incidents safely, use firefighting equipment, conduct search and rescue, handle casualties, and work effectively as part of the emergency response team. - 6. Does HERTM training include firefighting and breathing apparatus (BA) operations?
Yes. The course includes firefighting safety and operations, including the safe use of breathing apparatus under the direction of the Helicopter Landing Officer (HLO). - 7. Is HERTM training useful for offshore helicopter emergency response jobs?
Yes. HERTM training is designed for personnel who have emergency response duties associated with helicopter and helideck operations in the offshore oil and gas industry - 8. Do I need HERTM before taking HERTM-F or HERTL training?
HERTM is the member-level qualification, while HERTM-F is the further training route and HERTL is aimed at team leaders. The appropriate progression depends on your existing certification and job role. - 9. Can I take HERTM if I already hold HERTM-F or HERTL certification?
Elite Offshore states that candidates holding a valid HERTM-F, HERTL or HERTL-F certificate do not need to complete the Helideck Operations Initial Training Standard separately. - 10. How long can I access the HERTM course after enrolment?
Elite Offshore provides an access period of 6 months for the HERTM course, while the training itself is listed as 32 hours in duration.
Curriculum for this course
3 Lessons
32:00:00 Hours
Helideck Emergency Response Preparedness
1 Lessons
00:00:00 Hours
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Module 1
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NUI Emergency Response
1 Lessons
00:00:00 Hours
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Module 2
Preview .
Helideck Emergency Response Team Member (HERTM)
1 Lessons
00:00:00 Hours
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Module 3
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