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Fit To Train relates to the risk of using Compressed Air Emergency Breathing Systems (CA-EBS) and is designed to ensure you are physically fit to use these systems.

If you wish to complete a BOSIET, FOET or HUET, you must have a Fit To Train certificate.

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OPITO Offshore Installation Manager (OIM) Controlling Emergencies Competence Assessment tests competency against the OPITO standard.

PLEASE NOTE: This training is delivered in Aberdeen.

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OPITO Major Emergency Management Initial Response (MEMIR) training focuses on current major emergency management practices and techniques.

PLEASE NOTE: This training is delivered at our Aberdeen location. 

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A Norwegian Escape Chutes is an evacuation system which is in place on some offshore installations.

Delegates will gain an understanding of the Norwegian Escape Chute system and practice using it as a tertiary means of escape.

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OPITO Helideck Operations Initial Training (HOIT) is for personnel appointed to the role of helicopter landing officer (HLO) and/or offshore helideck assistant (HDA).

This training includes a FREE Transportation of Dangerous Goods by Air Awareness e-Learning course.

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OPITO Helideck Emergency Response Team Leader (HERTL) Further training is required to revalidate an initial OPITO HERTL certificate.

PLEASE NOTE: This course is delivered at Offshore Training Newcastle (OTN) at Newcastle International Airport Training Academy.

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ECITB Technical SBT Tests with an associated ECITB certificate of acheivement play a key role in validating candidate skills.

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Drug testing can be used for a variety of reasons. Drug tests require the supply of a urine sample on the day and the sample can be tested immediately for results. Results can be provided directly to the donor, or can be provided in confidence to an approved company contact.

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The ECITB SBT02 course is aimed at technicians that will be responsible for the installation and assembly of cone and threaded connection, that hold a current TSBT01 or have completed the SBT01 and are still within the 12 month validity period of certification.  The course is designed as a progression from the SBT01.

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This course will develop the knowledge of personnel who are qualified in HSE offshore first aid to a level where they have the necessary understanding and skills whilst assisting an offshore medic during emergencies.

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OPITO Helideck Emergency Response Team Leader (HERTL) training is for current HERTLs or those who wish to progress into the role.

PLEASE NOTE: This course is delivered at Offshore Training Newcastle (OTN) at Newcastle International Airport Training Academy.

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Fireproofing is designed to protect the structural steelwork of an oil and gas installation in the event of an explosion or fire.

If successfully completed, the OPITO Oil & Gas Industry Fireproofing Competence Assessment (Level 2) allows delegates to become OPITO-certified in fireproofing.

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The main aim of this combined course is to give Helideck and Emergency Response Team Members the opportunity to practice and maintain the skills required when dealing with emergency response situations, incidents and live fire exercises, which they would not be able to conduct in the workplace.

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OPITO Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training (BOSIET) with CA-EBS provides an understanding and awareness of the hazards encountered when working on offshore installations. It is often referred to as 'offshore survival training'.

This course includes the use of a Compressed Air Emergency Breathing System (CA-EBS), which is considered the North Sea BOSIET requirement.

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OPITO Further Offshore Emergency Training (FOET) with CA-EBS provides the opportunity to practice and demonstrate emergency response skills which are not possible to practice during offshore drills, exercises and emergency training. It is often refrerred to as an 'offshore survival refresher'.

This course includes the use of a Compressed Air Emergency Breathing System (CA-EBS), which is considered the North Sea FOET requirement.

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OPITO Helicopter Underwater Escape Training (HUET) with CA-EBS prepares delegates to travel to and from offshore oil and gas installations and vessels by helicopter.

This course includes the use of a Compressed Air Emergency Breathing System (CA-EBS), which is the North Sea HUET requirement.

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OPITO combined Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training (BOSIET) training provides an understanding and awareness of the hazards encountered when working on offshore installations. It is often referred to as 'offshore survival training'.

This course includes Compressed Air Emergency Breathing System (CA-EBS) and Emergency Breathing System (EBS), sometimes referred to as a rebreather. This is considered the international BOSIET requirement.

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OPITO combined FOET includes the OPITO Further Offshore Emergency Training (FOET) with Emergency Breathing System (EBS) and Compressed Air Emergency Breathing System (CA-EBS). This is considered the international FOET requirement. It is often refrerred to as an 'offshore survival refresher'.

Delegates will have the opportunity to practice and demonstrate emergency response skills which are not possible to practice during offshore drills, exercises and emergency training.

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The OPITO combined Helicopter Underwater Escape Training (HUET) prepares delegates to travel to and from offshore oil and gas installations and vessels by helicopter.

This course includes Compressed Air Emergency Breathing System (CA-EBS) and Emergency Breathing System (EBS), sometimes referred to as rebreather.

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OPITO Helideck Emergency Response Team Member (HERTM) training prepares offshore emergency response teams for helideck and helicopter emergencies.

PLEASE NOTE: This course is delivered at Offshore Training Newcastle (OTN) at Newcastle International Airport Training Academy.

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OPITO Offshore Emergency Response Team Leader (OERTL) training is for current OERTLs or those who wish to progress into the role.

PLEASE NOTE: This course is delivered at Offshore Training Newcastle (OTN) at Newcastle International Airport Training Academy or Vital Fire Solutions at County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service Training Centre.

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OPITO Compressed Air Emergency Breathing System (CA-EBS) Initial Deployment Training is now a mandatory requirement for offshore workers.

Delegates will learn the particular hazards and properties of a CA-EBS.

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OPITO Offshore Emergency Response Team Leader (OERTL) Further training is required to revalidate an initial OPITO OERTL certificate.

PLEASE NOTE: This course is delivered at Offshore Training Newcastle (OTN) at Newcastle International Airport Training Academy or Vital Fire Solutions at County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service Training Centre.

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S-Cape is an evacuation system which is in place on some offshore installations.

Delegates will be provided with the skills and knowledge to use the S-Cape system.

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Fireproofing is designed to protect the structural steelwork of an oil and gas installation in the event of an explosion or fire.

OPITO Oil & Gas Industry Fireproofing Training (Level 1) provides delegates with an understanding and awareness of the tasks and hazards found in fireproofing operations on oil and gas installations.

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IRATA Rope Access training courses provide the practical skills and knowledge required for anyone working in any type of rope access role.

AIS Survivex offer IRATA Rope Access training in Levels 1, 2 or 3.

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OPITO Offshore Emergency Response Team Member (OERTM) Further training is required to revalidate an initial OPITO OERTM certificate.

PLEASE NOTE: This course is delivered at Offshore Training Newcastle (OTN) at Newcastle International Airport Training Academy or Vital Fire Solutions at County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service Training Centre. 

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Oil & Gas UK (OGUK) set a standard of fitness for those working offshore in the UK.

Every offshore worker must pass an OGUK offshore medical examination which classifies them as medically fit to work in the offshore environment. 

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Application of insulation is designed to protect the environment, equipment and personnel, control noise, reduce energy costs and increase process efficiency.

OPITO Application of Insulation Systems Training (Level 1) provides delegates with the skills to understand and fit insulation systems to pipework, equipment and structures.

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A Banksman and Slinger is responsible for ensuring safety during crane and slinging operations.

OPITO Banksman & Slinger Initial Training provides delegates with basic knowledge of the activities associated with the combined roles.

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A banksman and slinger is responsible for ensuring safety during crane and slinging operations.

If successfully completed, the OPITO Banksman & Slinger Competence Assessment or Reassessment allows delegates to become an OPITO certified banksman.

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OPITO Blaster-Sprayer training courses are widely recognised as the industry standard training for offshore blaster/sprayer operations.

OPITO Blaster-Sprayer Training (Level 1) can act as an introduction to newcomers or a useful refresher for experienced blaster/sprayers to test their knowledge.

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A blaster sprayer uses compressors, blasting equipment and paint spraying devices to paint the surfaces of a structure.

If successfully completed, the OPITO Blaster-Sprayer Competence Assessment (Level 2) allows delegates to become an OPITO-certified industrial painter.

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OPITO Minimum Industry Safety Training (MIST) ensures employees working in the oil and gas industry have basic knowledge and understanding of the key safety elements of working offshore.

Many offshore oil and gas operators have now made this training mandatory for all new entrants to the oil and gas industry. 

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OPITO rigger training courses are widely recognised as the industry standard for offshore rigging and lifting operations.

If successfully completed, the OPITO Rigger Competence Assessments allow delegates to become an OPITO certified rigger.

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OPITO Rigger training courses are widely recognised as the industry standard training for offshore rigging and lifting operations.

OPITO Rigger Initial is for those who have little or no training or experience.

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AIS Survivex have developed an introductory banksman slinger training course providing delegates with the knowledge and skills to safely carry out basic banksman and slinger operations.

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Escape chutes are used as a means of escape, where fitted, from offshore oil and gas installations and vessels. The aim of this training programme is to give students an understanding of the Norwegian Sector escape chute system used in the industry and practice their use as a means of tertiary escape from offshore installations and vessels.

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