OPITO APPROVED STANDARD Training Standard Standard Title Standard Code 6170
OPITO STANDARDS OPITO is an Industry-owned not-for-profit organisation that exists solely to service the needs of the Oil and Gas Industry. OPITO is employer led in all aspects of what it does, therefore all standards development activities are at the behest of industry employers. The standards are driven by the needs of employers to help create a safe and competent workforce. This standard is owned by the Oil and Gas Industry and maintained by OPITO who are the nominated custodians of all Industry standards within the OPITO portfolio which carry the OPITO logo. The contents of this document were developed by an industry workgroup facilitated and supported by OPITO. The workgroup consisted of representation from a cross section of oil and gas industry employers, discipline experts working within the industry and members of the OPITO Approved Training network. This standard has been verified and accepted through the governance and integrity management model for OPITO standards. Guidance on this standard is available by contacting OPITO at: Standards enquiries This standard has been designed to accommodate global variations in national legislation and regulations. In the absence of relevant national legislation and regulations, OPITOapproved centres should use legislative and regulatory criteria specified within this Standard All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval or information storage system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without prior permission in writing of the publishers. Rev 3 (July 2015), Amendment 2 (November 2016) Page 2 of 20
AMENDMENTS AMENDMENT & DATE PAGES CHANGES MADE BY No Revision 3 New Revision published as a result of a formal Industry Work Group Review during 2014 and 2015 CHECKED BY APPROVED BY All S&D S&A SAA 1 03 March 2016 - Clarification of exercise 1.6.9 2 16 th November 2016 Reworded B4 (b) to read outboard or jet. 3 06/03/2018 Amended C3 Certification (f) to state three years minus one day. 4 5 6 14 SM SA RAM 16 SA SM OD 17 Standards Coordinator Director (Standards and QA) Any amendments made to this standard by OPITO will be recorded above. Rev 3 (July 2015), Amendment 2 (November 2016) Page 3 of 20
Contents Introduction... 5 SECTION A Fast Rescue Craft Boatman Training... 7 A.1 FAST RESCUE CRAFT BOATMAN TARGET GROUP... 7 A.2 FAST RESCUE CRAFT BOATMAN TRAINING DELEGATE PRE-REQUISITES... 7 A.3 FAST RESCUE CRAFT BOATMAN TRAINING PHYSICAL AND STRESSFUL DEMANDS... 7 A.4 FAST RESCUE CRAFT BOATMAN TRAINING AIM AND OBJECTIVES... 9 A.5 FAST RESCUE CRAFT BOATMAN TRAINING LEARNING OUTCOMES... 9 A.6 FRC BOATMAN TRAINING DELEGATE PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT...10 A.7 FAST RESCUE CRAFT BOATMAN TRAINING DURATION AND TIMING...10 A.8 FAST RESCUE CRAFT BOATMAN TRAINING PROGRAMME...11 SECTION B Resources...15 B.1 STAFF...15 B.2 TRAINER/DELEGATE RATIO...15 B.3 FACILITIES...16 B.4 EQUIPMENT...16 SECTION C Administration and Certification...17 C.1 JOINING INSTRUCTIONS...17 C.2 PERIODICITY...17 C.3 CERTIFICATION...17 C.4 COURSE ADMINISTRATION...18 Glossary of Terms and Abbreviations...19 Appendix 1 OPITO Information...20 Rev 3 (July 2015), Amendment 2 (November 2016) Page 4 of 20
Introduction The oil and gas industry recognises that a major objective is to prevent incidents occurring but, if they do happen, the priority is then to control and minimise their effect. Emergency response and rescue vessels (ERRVs) play a significant role in responding to emergencies offshore with their attendant fast rescue crafts and daughter crafts. OPITO has a suite of ERRV standards of which the is one. This document sets out the initial emergency response training requirements for ERRV Crew FRC boatmen which will be conducted at an onshore training establishment (Section A). Training establishments and employers should recognise that this is only part of a broader training/assessment programme as OPITO approved FRC boatmen are continuously trained and assessed based on the OPITO approved Ongoing Onboard Development and Training Programme for ERRV Masters and Crews standard (OODTP). To develop a training course, an evaluation of workplace competence is required. In other words, what does an employee have to know and do if he/she were the designated FRCB on an ERRV? The following were identified and developed for this role: What personnel are expected to do The underpinning knowledge and skills they would require to enable them to do what was expected How they could demonstrate what was expected of them How their performance would be assessed The identified knowledge and skills are outlined in Section D. The employer and OPITO approved providers of the OODTP can use this section to assess FRC boatmen in the training centre and the workplace. OPITO, as custodian, has a responsibility to the industry to maintain, develop and update this standard. For the purpose of this document: Rescue refers to the overall operations of recovering and transferring casualties Recovery refers to getting the casualties out of the water (TEMPSC, liferaft etc.) and into the FRC Transferring refers to moving the casualties from the FRC to the ERRV Rev 3 (July 2015), Amendment 2 (November 2016) Page 5 of 20
OPITO FRC Boatman Training and Competence Progression *ERRV Boatman - ITSO and ERRV FRC Boatman Training *ERRV FRC Coxswain - ERRV FRC Boatman and 3 Months Sea Service as a Boatman and ERRV FRC Coxswain Training *ERRV Daughtercraft Coxswain ERRV FRC Coxswain and 3 Months Sea Service as a Coxswain, recommendation from ERRV master and ERRV DC Coxswain Training *All of the above courses are to be kept current and valid by participating in the relevant Ongoing Onboard Development and Training Programme Rev 3 (July 2015), Amendment 2 (November 2016) Page 6 of 20
SECTION A Fast Rescue Craft Boatman Training A.1 Fast Rescue Craft Boatman Target Group This programme is designed to meet the initial emergency response training requirements for an ERRV FRC boatman. Further vessel specific training is required. A.2 Fast Rescue Craft Boatman Training Delegate Pre-requisites Attendance on this training course is open to delegates who have a valid OPITO approved ERRV Crew Initial Training Shipboard Operations (ITSO) certificate or reassessment to an equivalent standard through the Ongoing On-board Development and Training Programme OODTP. *Note: A current and valid Advanced Medical Aider may attend this course if they do not possess a valid ITSO certificate. However in this instance they have to have a current ERRV OODTP for Masters and Crew (OPITO Code 6190) A.3 Fast Rescue Craft Boatman Training Physical and Stressful Demands All personnel who participate in practical activities specified in this standard must be physically and mentally capable of participating fully. OPITO-approved Centres are therefore required, as a minimum, to ensure that prior to participating in practical exercises the delegate or candidate provides written confirmation that they deem themselves physically and mentally capable of undertaking all aspects of the training or assessment. Centres must also make the delegate/candidate aware that they must immediately inform the Centre staff if this capability changes at any time prior to, or during the programme. Delegates/candidates must be advised that they are required to declare any current or preexisting medical conditions which may be exacerbated by, or impair their ability to complete, the training/assessment programme. Should this be the case, the individual may be required to provide an authentic medical certificate issued since any identified medical condition was diagnosed. The OPITO-approved Centre shall keep a record of the delegate s/candidate s declaration of fitness in accordance with their document control policy(s) or procedures. This information, along with summary details of the type of physical activities the delegate/candidate will be asked to perform, will be given to delegates/candidates by the OPITO-approved Centre and, if applicable, to their sponsoring company as part of the joining instructions. The responsibility for declaring any known current or pre-existing medical conditions that could have adverse effects to the individual s state of health while undertaking Rev 3 (July 2015), Amendment 2 (November 2016) Page 7 of 20
the training and/or assessment activities lies with the delegate/candidate and/or company sponsoring the delegate. Where doubt exists regarding the fitness of any delegate/candidate, the OPITO-approved Centre should direct the individual to consult a medical officer familiar with the nature and extent of the training. Note: Practical exercises should be designed and delivered solely to meet this standard, and must not place on the delegates any physical or mental demands other than those required to meet the Standard. Rev 3 (July 2015), Amendment 2 (November 2016) Page 8 of 20
A.4 Fast Rescue Craft Boatman Training Aim and Objectives The aim and objectives of the FRC Boatman Programme are to equip the delegate with the initial knowledge, understanding and skills required to perform the role of ERRV Crew Fast Rescue Craft Boatman. Note: Additional vessel specific training will be required. A.5 Fast Rescue Craft Boatman Training Learning Outcomes Delegates following a series of explanations, demonstrations and opportunities to practise will be assessed against the following learning outcomes: To successfully complete this programme, delegates must be able to: 1. Explain the types of FRC and DC currently in use 2. Explain the types of casualty recovery and handling equipment on an FRC and DC 3. Explain the propulsion systems, launch and crewing arrangements on FRC and DC 4. Explain the hazards of launch and recovery of a FRC/DC 5. Explain rescue processes from TEMPSC, liferafts, helicopters, personal descending devices and rope access systems to the FRC 6. Explain the Personal Locator Beacons and Emergency Location Beacons that may be encountered when responding to an emergency and how they can be deactivated. 7. Explain the actions to take in the event of capsize of the FRC/DC 8. Demonstrate responding to directions from the coxswain 9. Demonstrate using basic radio procedures and hand signals for onboard communications 10. Demonstrate releasing the securing arrangements for the FRC 11. Demonstrate releasing the FRC from the lowering system and bow line 12. Demonstrate locating any casualties 13. Demonstrate assessing the casualties prior to rescue 14. Demonstrate recovering the casualties using the assisted method 15. Demonstrate recovering the casualties using the horizontal method 16. Demonstrate recovering the casualties using the vertical method 17. Demonstrate transferring the casualties to the ERRV (the ERRV can be simulated) including the use of casualty handling devices 18. Demonstrate basic FRC low speed handling skills 19. Demonstrate basic FRC high speed handling skills 20. Demonstrate basic FRC skills in coming alongside 21. Demonstrate the setting up of a towline 22. Demonstrate retrieving the FRC to the ERRV (the ERRV can be simulated) Learning Outcomes 8 through 22 are to be assessed during practical exercises. Rev 3 (July 2015), Amendment 2 (November 2016) Page 9 of 20
A.6 FRC Boatman Training Delegate Performance Assessment Delegates will be assessed against the learning outcomes specified in section A.5 using direct observation and oral and/or written questions as appropriate. Assessment of delegates will be by continuous observation and evaluation. The purpose of continuous assessment is to ensure delegates are acquiring the necessary skills, knowledge and understanding of the FRC boatman subject matter being covered. This will be achieved by direct observation of practical work and by questioning based on the learning outcomes in A.3. If required, further time and opportunity for coaching will be given to delegates to enable them to reach the standard leading to the award of a certificate. However, the time available for this during the programme is limited and it should be recognised there may be occasions where other arrangements need to be made. A.7 Fast Rescue Craft Boatman Training Duration and Timing The optimum *contact time for this OPITO programme is 16 hours, which is to be delivered over consecutive days. It is suggested that a ratio of 40% theory to 60% practical is appropriate. The contact time is based on the maximum number of delegates/candidates undertaking the programme and must not exceed 8 hours in any one day. The **total programme day must not exceed 10 hours. Practical and theory sessions must contain adequate breaks for delegate welfare. *Contact time includes the following: i. Delegate/candidate enrolment and certification process ii. Delivery of the theoretical and practical training/assessment programme. **The total programme day includes: contact time, welfare breaks, meal breaks and where applicable, travel between sites. Rev 3 (July 2015), Amendment 2 (November 2016) Page 10 of 20
A.8 Fast Rescue Craft Boatman Training Programme The FRC Boatman Training Programme specified below is designed to help delegates achieve the stated learning outcomes specified in Section A.5. The contents in Appendix 1 must be covered prior to delivery of the modules. To make efficient use of time and ensure effective learning, there should, wherever practicable, be an integration of the three phases of explanation, demonstration and practise. Full use should be made of audio aids, visual aids and course handout material. Prior to the start of each module, the following must be included as part of the introduction by training staff: (a) Aim The main purpose of the module (b) Learning Outcomes What the delegates are expected to learn (c) Timetable Training module duration and timing (d) Assessment How delegates will be assessed and what they will be assessed against (e) Staff Who will be delivering the training and roles of training support staff. The FRC Boatman Training Programme comprises the following module and elements: Module 1 Element 1.1 Element 1.2 Element 1.3 Element 1.4 Element 1.5 Element 1.6 Rescuing Casualties using a Fast Rescue Craft Introduction to Fast Rescue Craft Preparing the FRC Launching the FRC Rescuing Casualties Transferring Casualties to the ERRV Actions in a Capsize In order to make efficient use of the time and ensure effective learning there should whenever practicable be an integration of the three phases of explanation, demonstration and practice. The training programme outlined below will assist delegates to meet the stated outcomes. Note: Each delegate must be given the opportunity during the practical elements of this programme to use radios and correct radio procedures. Each delegate must be given the opportunity to practise FRC basic handling skills on at least one occasion during the training. This may conducted be in a FRC with either jet or outboard propulsion. Rev 3 (July 2015), Amendment 2 (November 2016) Page 11 of 20
MODULE 1 ELEMENT 1.1 RESCUING CASUALTIES USING A FAST RESCUE CRAFT Introduction to Fast Rescue Craft Training staff to explain: 1.1.1. The types of FRC and DC currently in use in the ERRV industry 1.1.2. The types of casualty recovery and handling equipment on an FRC and DC 1.1.3. FRC and DC propulsion systems to include a comparison of jet versus outboard propulsion 1.1.4. ERRV davits and launch arrangements 1.1.5. Typical FRC and DC crewing arrangements 1.1.6. Construction materials used in FRCs and DCs and the importance of checking the hull for damage 1.1.7. The capsize self-righting system on an FRC and DC 1.1.8. Basic radio procedures and hand signals for on-board communications 1.1.9. Causes, effects and mitigation of whole body vibration Training staff to explain and demonstrate, delegates to practice: 1.1.10 Basic seamanship and housekeeping to include: a) Importance of keeping FRC/DC ready to launch and basic seamanship when on-board. b) Basic knots and ropework including coiling a rope, bowline, clove hitch and round turn and two half hitches c) Setting up a towline ELEMENT 1.2 Preparing the FRC Training staff to explain and demonstrate, delegates to practice: 1.2.1 Releasing the securing arrangements for the FRC 1.2.2 Pre-launch checks for the FRC 1.2.3 Correct use of VHF Radios and establishing communications Rev 3 (July 2015), Amendment 2 (November 2016) Page 12 of 20
ELEMENT 1.3 Launching the FRC Training staff to explain: 1.3.1. Hazards when launching and recovering the FRC/DC Training staff to explain and demonstrate, delegates to practice: 1.3.2. Responding to directions from the coxswain 1.3.3. Safe crew positions for launch 1.3.4. Releasing the FRC from the lowering system and bow line 1.3.5. Safe seating arrangements for passage ELEMENT 1.4 Rescuing casualties Training staff to explain: 1.4.1. Rescuing casualties by the FRC from TEMPSC, liferafts, helicopters, personal descending devices, escape systems and rope access systems. 1.4.2. The danger posed by ropes when rescuing casualties and the importance of communication with the coxswain 1.4.3. Casualty handling methods and their limitations to include the assisted method, vertical method and horizontal method. Training staff to explain and demonstrate, delegates to practice: 1.4.4. Responding to directions from the coxswain 1.4.5. Casualty location 1.4.6. Casualty recovery devices 1.4.7. Assessing and prioritising the casualties prior to rescue. 1.4.8. Recovering and positioning the casualties in the FRC to include the use of the assisted method, vertical method and horizontal method. 1.4.9. Personal Locator Beacons and Emergency Locator Beacons to include types, identification, location and deactivation (This may be done in the classroom using appropriate dummy beacons) Rev 3 (July 2015), Amendment 2 (November 2016) Page 13 of 20
ELEMENT 1.5 Transferring casualties to the ERRV Training staff to explain and demonstrate, delegates to practice: 1.5.1. Responding to directions from the coxswain 1.5.2. Transferring the casualties to the ERRV (the ERRV can be simulated) including the use of casualty handling devices 1.5.3. Retrieving the FRC on to the ERRV (the ERRV can be simulated) ELEMENT 1.6 Action in a Capsize Training staff to explain: 1.6.1. The common causes of FRC/DC capsize and the hazards encountered in the event of a capsize 1.6.2. Details of capsize specific equipment on the FRC including the self-righting system and the method of activation and the rescue line and quoit 1.6.3. Actions to take in the event of the coxswain being incapacitated. 1.6.4. Actions to take in the event of capsize including initial action, exiting the FRC, use of rescue line and quoit, activating the righting system and re-boarding the FRC 1.6.5. Bracing for capsize 1.6.6. Initial action after capsize including head count 1.6.7. Exiting the FRC and the importance of staying in contact with the FRC (A video must be used to demonstrate the principles of exiting a capsized FRC) 1.6.8. Using the rescue line and quoit 1.6.9. Activating the self-righting system 1.6.10. Re-boarding the FRC and the necessary checks. Rev 3 (July 2015), Amendment 2 (November 2016) Page 14 of 20
SECTION B Resources In order that a training programme may be delivered successfully it is essential that the right people are there to support the programme and that the appropriate facilities and equipment are in place. B.1 Staff Instructional staff will be required to carry out training and the continuous assessment. It is important that the staff involved have the appropriate qualifications and experience to ensure that all training and supporting activities are carried out in accordance with current legislation. All instructional staff must be: (a) Able to demonstrate, via their qualifications and experience, competence in FRC operations including Rules of the Road, signals, lights and fast rescue boat handling (b) Trained in instructional/lecture techniques and/or have proven instructing/teaching experience (c) (d) Hold an industry recognised assessor s qualification. Included in an ongoing staff training programme, which includes visits to operational ERRVs, to enable them to maintain and update skills and knowledge B.2 Trainer/Delegate Ratio It is recommended that the maximum number of delegates attending this programme is 12. The following ratios indicate the maximum number of delegates to be supervised by one instructor at any one time during each activity. Theory 1 : 12 Practical & Demonstration 1 : 4 per craft Rev 3 (July 2015), Amendment 2 (November 2016) Page 15 of 20
B.3 Facilities Different facilities may be required for this training programme and it is important to make sure that the following are available: Administration arrangements to support delegates from booking through registration and assessment to certification. Theory training area(s) so designed to enable each delegate to view, hear and participate fully in the subject matter being taught. Practical training areas must simulate the layout, equipment and conditions found on an ERRV for operating an FRC. Also required is a suitable and sufficient area where fast rescue craft manoeuvring exercises can take place. Delegates must also be able, individually or as part of a team, to view, hear and practise the activities identified in the training programme. All facilities must be maintained, and where appropriate, inspected and tested in accordance with current standards/legislation. B.4 Equipment The following equipment, which must be of a type substantially representative as detailed in Section 5 of the ERRVA Survey Guidelines (Issue 6 April 2013), must be available for use and maintained to ensure effective operation/use during training sessions. (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) (h) PPE FRC and ancillary equipment outboard or jet. Both must have adequate seating for all delegates and instructor FRC launch and recovery system casualty recovery devices casualty handling devices safety rescue craft radios simulated casualties All equipment must be maintained, and where appropriate, inspected and tested in accordance with current standards/legislation. Rev 3 (July 2015), Amendment 2 (November 2016) Page 16 of 20
SECTION C Administration and Certification C.1 Joining Instructions All joining instructions must contain information which indicates that certain aspects of the course are of a physical nature and contain potentially stressful elements. Prior to each course commencing, delegates must sign a declaration indicating they have read and understood a written statement regarding the physical and potentially stressful nature of the programme, and the need for delegates to be in good health. C.2 Periodicity Training establishments and employers should recognise that this is only part of a broader training/assessment programme as OPITO approved FRC Boatmen are continuously trained and assessed based on the OPITO approved Ongoing Onboard Development and Training Programme for ERRV Masters and Crews standard. C.3 Certification Training Centres are responsible for issuing a certificate direct to the delegate completing the programme and to the sponsoring company (when required). Each certificate must indicate that the delegate has been assessed against and met the learning outcomes and must contain the following: (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) (h) Training Centre name Full OPITO course title stating that it is OPITO-approved OPITO registration code Delegate's name Course dates Expiry date (Three years minus one day following the date that the delegate successfully completes the course) Unique Certificate Number (UCN) Refer to OPITO UCN Guidance doc. for details Training Centre Signatory. Rev 3 (July 2015), Amendment 2 (November 2016) Page 17 of 20
C.4 Course Administration Each delegate attending any OPITO-approved programme must be registered with the Central Register (CR) operated by OPITO. Registration must be made by the training centre to OPITO within one week following the course. OPITO confirms that information on the registration form will be contained in a computerised register which will be available to employers, prospective employers and training providers in the oil and gas industry to verify training records. At all times, use of this data will be strictly in accordance with principles laid down in data protection legislation. Rev 3 (July 2015), Amendment 2 (November 2016) Page 18 of 20
Glossary of Terms and Abbreviations Terms Valid Certificate An authentic certificate which is in-date i.e. has not expired Abbreviations CR ER ETA IRPCS Central Register Emergency Response Estimated Time of Arrival International Regulations for Prevention of Collisions at Sea Rev 3 (July 2015), Amendment 2 (November 2016) Page 19 of 20
Appendix 1 OPITO Information The topics listed below are to be delivered as part of the introduction to training courses specified in this standard and included in the lesson plans/instructor guides/exercise plans. Additional introduction topics may include training centre layout and alarms, emergency actions, first aid and domestic arrangements Mandatory OPITO Information: a) Medical Fitness b) Certification Periods c) CR/Vantage (provided by OPITO) d) OPITO Customer Service Statement (provided by OPITO) e) The roles of employers and training providers (provided by OPITO) f) What is OPITO s role in industry? (provided by OPITO) g) Current Global Network of training providers (provided by OPITO) h) Emergency Response Framework (provided by OPITO applicable to ER training providers). Rev 3 (July 2015), Amendment 2 (November 2016) Page 20 of 20