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Course overview

OERTM Further Offshore Emergency Response Team Member training offers the opportunity for delegates to exercise competency in managing live emergency response, which is often not possible to simulate on-site. Further OERTM training emphasizes efficiency in communication within teams and with external agencies involved in the setting, such as emergency services. It includes awareness of the hazards of working at heights and procedures for safe access and recovery of personnel.

This would include understanding how to use portable and foam fire-fighting equipment. The ability to practice incident response in confined space/height scenarios along with the use of PPE for fire fighting, including breathing apparatus.

What will I learn?

1. Demonstrate proficiency in selecting and operating appropriate firefighting equipment and extinguishing agents for various types of fires.
2. Implement procedures to manage breathing apparatus control boards effectively.
3. Recognize and properly equip oneself with necessary emergency response personal protective equipment (PPE) required for OER team members.
4. Execute the operation, donning, and wearer checks of working-duration breathing apparatus.
5. Actively participate in an incident briefing session.
6. Engage as an OER team member in designated fire and non-fire incidents under the guidance of the Offshore Emergency Response Team Leader (OERTL), adhering to safe working practices and procedures.
7. Select and utilize portable firefighting equipment correctly.
8. Operate and flush foam firefighting equipment competently.
9. Extinguish various types of fires and ensure area security.
10. Maintain effective communication with the OERTL and fellow OER team members throughout an incident.
11. Observe key considerations and procedures when entering and operating within the incident area.
12. Implement proper search and rescue techniques and procedures.
13. Follow the correct steps for initial casualty assessment and recovery.
14. Participate in a post-incident debriefing session.
These learning outcomes (1 through 14) will be evaluated through practical exercises.

Requirements

Hold a valid OERTM or FOERTM certificate.
Provide a current offshore medical certificate or complete a medical screening.
Be physically fit for the course's demanding activities.

FAQs

1. What is OERTM-F training?
OERTM-F, or Offshore Emergency Response Team Member – Further, is refresher training for existing OERTM personnel to maintain and demonstrate their emergency response skills offshore.
2. Who should attend the OERTM Further course?
The course is intended for existing Offshore Emergency Response Team Members who need to refresh their skills and maintain their competence for emergency response duties.
3. What are the requirements for OERTM-F training?
Candidates generally need a valid OERTM Initial or previous OERTM Further certificate. Physical and mental fitness for practical emergency response activities is also important.
4. Is OERTM-F a refresher or initial training course?
OERTM-F is a further/refresher course, not initial OERTM training. It is designed for personnel who already hold the required OERTM qualification.
5. What is covered in the OERTM-F course?
Training focuses on practical emergency response exercises, including firefighting, casualty recovery, breathing apparatus operations and responding safely to fire and non-fire incidents.
6. How long is the OERTM-F course?
OERTM Further training is commonly delivered as a practical two-day programme under the relevant OERTM Further standard. Elite Offshore currently lists its OERTM-F course as a 10-hour offline programme.
7. How often do I need to renew OERTM-F certification?
OERTM Further certification is generally used for revalidation of OERTM competence, with the OPITO OERTM Further certification cycle commonly being two years.
8. Can I take OERTM-F without completing OERTM Initial training?
No. OERTM-F is intended for personnel who already have the required OERTM Initial or Further qualification; new candidates should complete the initial OERTM training pathway first.
9. What practical skills are assessed during OERTM-F?
Candidates practise responding to emergency situations, entering incident areas safely, using firefighting equipment, handling casualties and carrying out breathing apparatus operations under team-leader direction.
10. Where can I take OERTM-F training in India?
Elite Offshore Pvt Ltd offers OERTM-F training for offshore oil and gas personnel at its training facility in CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai, with offline training available.