Offshore Helicopter Landing Officer

OPITO APPROVED STANDARD

Offshore Helicopter Landing Officer

OPITO Approved Standard Offshore Helicopter Landing Officer © OPITO

Revision 4 (23-Apr 2007); Amendment 5 (11-Feb 2009) Page 2 of 50

The content of this document was developed by an industry work group co-ordinated by OPITO. The following organisations were represented on the Work Group :- Health & Safety Executive (HSE) UK Offshore Operators Association (UKOOA) International Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC) OPITO Approved Training Providers Workplace Practitioners Guidance was also given by the Inter Union Offshore Oil Committee (IUOOC).

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CONTENTS PAGE SECTION A

INTRODUCTION 5 Development of Standard 6 Performance Assessment 7 Certification & Recording 7 Further Live Fire Scenarios 7

SECTION B

FUNCTIONAL MAP 8 COMPETENCE STATEMENTS

Overview 9 The Statements 10 - 27

GUIDANCE FOR ASSESSORS

Assessing Candidates 28 - 30 Assessor’s Checklists & Candidate’s Record 31 - 39

SECTION C TRAINING PROGRAMME

Initial Training 40 - 44 Further Live Fire Scenario Exercises 45 - 46

SECTION D RESOURCES

Staff 47 - 48 Facilities 49 Equipment 49

SECTION E

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 50



A INTRODUCTION

This document introduces and describes the competence statements and safety training for the UK Offshore Oil & Gas Industry. It explains how competence shall be assessed and certificated for Offshore Helicopter Landing Officers. The industry recognises that a major objective is to prevent incidents occurring, and if they do occur to be able to respond effectively to them. It is important therefore to set common standards and to ensure that they are maintained. Before personnel can be assessed against standards they will require the knowledge and skills to enable them to carry out the tasks involved. They may also require basic training and practice before being assessed.

The purpose of this document is to set out the initial training, further practice and assessment requirements for an Offshore Helicopter Landing Officer which will be conducted at an onshore training establishment. The training establishment should recognise that this is only part of a broader training programme. There will also be company and installation specific emergency response training most of which will be conducted offshore on a regular basis as offshore drills and exercises. The document was developed by an Industry Work Group to address the routine and emergency response operations undertaken by an Offshore Helicopter Landing Officer. For the purposes of emergency response, only those elements should be taken into consideration. Section B of the document contains the National Occupational Standard for the role of Offshore Helicopter Landing Officer and includes an Assessor checklist. This will be used by OPITO approved training providers as an aid to assessing competence during delivery of the onshore training programme and may also be used by the Duty Holder in ensuring that those competencies which can only be checked offshore are assessed.



A.1 Development of Standard

The Standard has been developed using a national competence model. This involved the analysis of routine functions and those required to handle an emergency offshore from which Statements of Competence were developed. These Statements specify what personnel are required to do.

A Functional Map and the Competence Statements are part of this document (Section B).

Using this competence based process, the following were identified and developed.

(a) What Offshore Helicopter Landing Officers were expected to do.

(b) The underpinning knowledge and skills they would require to enable them to

do what was expected.

(c) How they could demonstrate what was expected of them.

(d) How their performance would be assessed.

Using the identified knowledge and skills, the content of a training programme was developed. This competence approach has ensured the content of the training programme is relevant, the benefits being focused, effective training.

OPITO, as custodian, has a responsibility to the industry to maintain, develop and update this standard.



A.2 Performance Assessment

Delegates attending this training and assessment programme (referred to as candidates during assessment), will be given a series of explanations and demonstrations which will identify what they are expected to know and do. This will be followed by practical exercises which will allow delegates to demonstrate their skills, knowledge and understanding of their routine and emergency response duties. Assessment of the delegates’ performance will be against the stated training outcomes.

A specimen Assessor's Checklist with guidance is provided in Section B. Assessors may use this, or other suitable document, to record the candidate's performance.

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 a programme is limited and it should be recognised there may be occasions where other arrangements need to be made.

A.3 Certification & Recording

An OPITO Certificate, will be issued to all delegates assessed as meeting the stated outcomes. The issue of a certificate indicates that the delegate has achieved a level of competence to enable him/her to become an Offshore Helicopter Landing Officer under supervision for further installation specific training and development.

Details of all delegates attending the training course and of all certificates issued will be recorded on the Central Register (CR) operated by OPITO.

Following satisfactory assessment the training provider delivering the emergency training will, for every delegate,

(a) issue a certificate

(b) register the candidate with OPITO.

A.4 Further Live Fire Scenario Exercises

The interval between the initial training and assessment and subsequent further practice and assessment will be as detailed in the UKOOA Guidelines for Competence and Training in Emergency Response (current issue).

Information on Further Live Scenario Exercises is given in Section C.



SECTION B FUNCTIONAL MAP

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Key Role: Control the response to offshore helideck emergencies and

routine operations (Helicopter Landing Officer) Unit 1: Maintain a state of readiness Element 1.1: Identify and locate helicopter operational hazards, hazardous areas,

access routes and points Element 1.2: Identify, locate and operate all relevant equipment and controls Element 1.3: Conduct emergency exercises Unit 2: Supervise helicopter landing and departure Element 2.1: Prepare for helicopter landing Element 2.2: Prepare for helicopter departure Unit 3: Supervise cargo handling Element 3.1: Co-ordinate preparation of freight Element 3.2: Supervise loading and unloading of passengers, baggage and freight Unit 4: Supervise the refuelling of the helicopter Element 4.1: Prepare for refuelling Element 4.2: Refuel the helicopter Element 4.3: Shut down the refuelling system Unit 5: Control the response to emergencies Element 5.1: Respond to appropriate alarms Element 5.2: Prepare to enter the incident area Element 5.3: Enter the incident area and work safely Element 5.4: Control the rescue of personnel Element 5.5: Control firefighting operations Element 5.6: Control non firefighting operations



Unit 1: Maintain a state of readiness Element 1.1: Identify and locate helicopter operational hazards,

hazardous areas, access routes and points. This element is about identifying and locating helicopter operational hazards, hazardous areas, access routes and points. Standards of Performance In achieving this element you will have: 1.1.1 Identified and located unignited fuel spillages, ignited fuel spillages

and pyrotechnic fire hazards in accordance with procedures, and reported all fire hazards to appropriate persons.

1.1.2 Identified and located all electrical hazards (including static) in

accordance with procedures, and reported all electrical hazards to the appropriate persons.

1.1.3 Identified and located all mechanical hazards associated with

helicopter rotors, flotation device, hydraulics, emergency location beacons, external liferafts and helicopter construction in accordance with procedures and reported all mechanical hazards to the appropriate persons.

Underpinning Knowledge and Understanding Within the limits of your responsibility you must be able to demonstrate that you understand:

• Layout of helidecks and surrounding areas (e.g. obstacle free sector, standby boat location, cranes, etc.)

• Offshore fire/emergency response arrangements

• Role of emergency helideck team member

• Fire, electrical and technical hazards

• Guidelines, Legislation and Regulations - UKOOA's management of offshore helideck operations, UKOOA Guidelines for the Management of Competence and Training in Emergency Response for Offshore Installations, OPITO HLO handbook, company, installation, guidance, CAP 437, CAP 74, CAP 434, CAP 748, ACOP's, Prevention of Fire Explosion and Emergency Response regulations, Management & Administration regulations, Management of Health and Safety at Work regulations.

• Emergency evacuation plan



Element 1.2: Identify, locate and operate all relevant equipment and

controls This element is about identifying, locating and operating all relevant equipment and controls. Standards of Performance In achieving this element you will have: 1.2.1 Identified and located the means and techniques for shutting down the

aircraft in accordance with procedures and confirmed the method of operation.

1.2.2 Identified, located and operated the helideck firewater valves, inert

gas systems, fire extinguishing systems and release valves, foam system and release valves, firemain hydrants and isolation valves in accordance with procedures.

1.2.3 Identified, located and operated the firefighting hoses, hose reels,

branches, foam and foam equipment, extinguishers and BA sets in accordance with procedures.

1.2.4 Identified, located and operated the heli fuel system controls in

accordance with procedures. Underpinning Knowledge and Understanding Within the limits of your responsibility you must be able to demonstrate that you understand:

• Location of equipment and controls

• Fixed fire systems, aircraft fixed fire systems

• Portable fire and rescue equipment

• Positioning and use of fuel control valves

• Guidelines, Legislation and Regulations - UKOOA's management of offshore helideck operations, OPITO HLO handbook, company, installation, guidance, CAP 437, ACOP's, Prevention of Fire Explosion and Emergency Response regulations, Management & Administration regulations, Management of Health and Safety at Work regulations.



Element 1.3: Conduct emergency exercises This element is about conducting emergency exercises. Standards of Performance In achieving this element you will have: 1.3.1 Established pre-planned lines and channels of communication and

notified the OIM, Radio Operator, helicopter crew, Emergency Helideck Team, Fire Team, Crane Operator, Standby Vessel and other vessels or installations, as appropriate and in accordance with procedures.

1.3.2 Conducted a structured briefing and debriefing with the emergency

helideck team. 1.3.3 Conducted preplanned scenario based exercises including crash on

deck, emergency/precautionary landing, crash on deck major spillage with no fire, significant fuel spillage-rotors running, evacuation by helicopter, man overboard, attempted wheels up landing and helicopter landing incident, with the emergency helideck team in accordance with procedures.

1.3.4 Recorded the outcomes of exercises and the details of those

participants involved in the exercises in accordance with legislation and procedures.


• Typical incidents

• Potential problems

• Channels and lines of communication

• Guidelines, Regulations and Legislation - UKOOA's management of offshore helideck operations, OPITO HLO handbook, company, installation, guidance, CAP 437, ACOP's, Prevention of Fire Explosion and Emergency Response regulations, Management & Administration regulations, Management of Health and Safety at Work regulations



Unit 2: Supervise helicopter landing and departure Element 2.1: Prepare for helicopter landing This element is about preparing for helicopter landings, both routine and emergency. Standards of Performance In achieving this element you will have: 2.1.1 Monitored the environmental conditions during helideck operations

and updated the OIM, Radio Operator, Helideck and Fire Teams, Standby Vessel Officer and Crane Operator as appropriate and in accordance with procedures.

2.1.2 Briefed the helideck crew with clarity and authority and confirmed the

equipment and PPE status in accordance with procedures and operational requirements.

2.1.3 Informed the OIM, Radio Operator, Helideck and Fire Teams, the

Standby Vessel and Crane Operator of a helicopter landing on deck, vessel or crane movements, weather state and that the deck and airspace has been cleared. Maintained communications with them in accordance with procedures.

2.1.4 Ensured the wind sock is operational and the helideck area landing

net, lights, rescue and firefighting equipment is manned and appropriately prepared in accordance with helideck procedures and safe working practices.

2.1.5 Used a personal radio or verbal/visual methods to communicate with

the helicopter pilot regarding actual or potential conflicts with impending operations which might affect the aircraft.

2.1.6 Taken prompt corrective action in response to actual or potential

deviations from plans and procedures. 2.1.7 For emergency landings you will have carried out additional preparitory actions according to company/installation procedures (e.g. donned BA, deployed and charged hoses, etc.)




• Uses and limitations of equipment

• Duties and tasks to be allocated

• Methods and channels of effective communication

• Leadership

• Teamworking

• Guidlelines, Regulations and Legislation - UKOOA's management of offshore helideck operations, OPITO HLO handbook, company, installation, guidance, CAP 437, ACOP's, Prevention of Fire Explosion and Emergency Response regulations, Management & Administration regulations, Management of Health and Safety at Work regulations, Helideck landing certification (e.g. BHAB reports etc.)

• Safe working practices

• Physical characteristics

- helideck

- aircraft type



Element 2.2 Prepare for helicopter departure This element is about preparing for helicopter departure. Standards of Performance In achieving this element you will have: 2.2.1 Briefed the helideck crew with clarity and authority and confirmed full

equipment status in accordance with procedures. 2.2.2 Informed the OIM, Radio Operator, Standby Vessel, passengers,

Crane Operator and Helicopter crew, as appropriate, of a helicopter on deck, the cabin restrictions, weather conditions, vessel or crane movements, deck and airspace clearance and maintained communications with them in an appropriate manner.

2.2.3 Ensured that helicopter doors and panels, fuel caps and tie down nets

are secured and stowed in accordance with procedures. 2.2.4 Ensured that helideck checks for fire extinguishers, baggage trolley

and external power equipment are carried out and all equipment is secured and stowed in accordance with procedures.

2.2.5 Ensured that rescue and firefighting equipment is manned and

operational in accordance with procedures and safe working practices.

2.2.6 Communicated the helicopter departure clearance to the crew with

clarity and authority in consideration of impending operations and in accordance with procedures.

2.2.7 Conducted all work safely, in accordance with legislation and safe

working procedures. Underpinning Knowledge and Understanding Within the limits of your responsibility you must be able to demonstrate that you understand: • Uses and limitations of equipment • Duties and tasks to be allocated • Methods and channels of effective communications • Leadership • Teamworking • Where and how to secure and stow equipment • Safe working practices • Procedures - UKOOA's management of offshore helideck operations, OPITO HLO

handbook, company, installation, guidance, CAP 437, ACOP's, Prevention of Fire Explosion and Emergency Response regulations, Management & Administration regulations, Management of Health and Safety at Work regulations.



Unit 3: Supervise cargo handling Element 3.1: Co-ordinate preparation of freight This element is about co-ordinating the preparation of freight. Standards of Performance In achieving this element you will have: 3.1.1 Confirmed the freight as being suitable for transport by helicopter by

checking the manifest, COSHH sheets, cleanliness, labelling, packaging, weight and load spread and confirmed the cargo status:- e.g. dangerous, magnetic, radioactive.

3.1.2 Coordinated the movement of large, small, long, heavy, light and bulky

freight to the helideck area in accordance with procedures and LOLER regulations.

3.1.3 Completed the manifest for freight and personnel loading in

accordance with loading procedures and kept the appropriate people notified.

3.1.4 Coordinated movement of the freight to the helicopter in accordance

with procedures and regulations. Underpinning Knowledge and Understanding Within the limits of your responsibility you must be able to demonstrate that you know:

• Dangerous Goods (e.g. packaging and labeling etc.)

• Floor loading restrictions

• COSHH

• Helicopter types

• Guidelines, Regulations and Legislation - UKOOA's management of offshore helideck operations, OPITO HLO handbook, company, installation, guidance, CAP 437, ACOP's, Prevention of Fire Explosion and Emergency Response regulations, Management & Administration regulations, Management of Health and Safety at Work regulations, LOLER Regulations, Manual Handling, COSHH, ICAO/IATA dangerous goods regulations.



Element 3.2 Supervise loading and unloading passengers, baggage and

freight This element is about supervising loading and unloading passengers, baggage and freight. Standards of Performance In achieving this element you will have: 3.2.1 Confirmed with the pilot by visual or radio communications that the

helicopter is safe to be approached. In accordance with procedures. 3.2.2 Transferred the manifests before unloading and loading commences

in accordance with procedures. 3.2.3 Understand and correctly operate locks and catches on doors fitted to

passenger and baggage compartments. 3.2.4 Offloaded and placed the baggage in accordance with safe working

practices and procedures. 3.2.5 Disembarked the passengers and provided a safe egress from the

aircraft and helideck under the direction of the helideck crew in appreciation of weather conditions and rotor hazards and in accordance with procedures.

3.2.6 Offloaded freight in accordance with procedures and regulations. 3.2.7 Loaded the freight and baggage under the supervision of the pilot in

accordance with procedures and regulations. 3.2.8 Confirmed loaded pssengers, baggage (including weight) and freight

conforms to details on manifest. 3.2.9 Embarked the passengers after supervising checks on passenger

survival suits, lifejackets and hearing protection and stowing of baggage.




• Actual/potential dangers to/from helicopter

• Loading arrangements - passengers, baggage, freight

• Correct wearing of PPE and fitting of seat harnesses


• Guidelines, Regulations and Legislation - UKOOA's management of offshore helideck operations, OPITO HLO handbook, company, installation, guidance, CAP 437, ACOP's, Prevention of Fire Explosion and Emergency Response regulations, Management & Administration regulations, Management of Health and Safety at Work regulations, LOLER Regulations

• Correct embarkation - PPE, loading order, correct fitting and security of harnesses

• Manual Handling Regulations and procedures



Unit 4: Supervise the refuelling of the helicopter Element 4.1: Prepare for refuelling This element is about preparing to refuel a helicopter. Standards of Performance In achieving this element you will have: 4.1.1 Taken appropriate action to ensure that the refuelling systems and

equipment are serviceable, in accordance with procedures and aircraft legislation.

4.1.2 Conducted all quality checks, fuel samples and other work, safely and

in accordance with legislation and procedures. 4.1.3 Established the aircraft requirements and notified the appropriate

persons in accordance with procedures. 4.1.4 Ensured that firefighting arrangements are in accordance with

procedures. 4.1.5 Recorded the data accurately at the appropriate times and

frequencies and forwarded the data to the appropriate persons in accordance with procedures.

Underpinning Knowledge and Understanding Within the limits of your responsibility you must be able to demonstrate that you know: • Operation of fuel caps • Servicing requirements of refuelling systems and equipment • Fuel sampling methods • Fuel system checks • Fuel quality checks • Fuel sampling points and methods • UKOOA Guidelines for the Management of Offshore Helideck Operations



Element 4.2: Refuel the Helicopter This element is about refuelling a helicopter. Standards of Performance In achieving this element you will have: 4.2.1 Bonded the helicopter and made it safe for re-fuelling with gravity or

pressure refuelling systems in accordance with procedures. 4.2.2 Monitored refuelling operations checking differential pressure delivery

pressure and fuel quality and taken corrective action in the event of spillage in accordance with procedures.

4.2.3 Completed pre and post fuel sample quality checks and recorded the

data accurately and at appropriate times, and forwarded data to the appropriate persons in accordance with procedures.


• Bonding and refuelling equipment

• Monitoring methods and corrective actions to be taken

• Servicing requirements of refuelling systems and equipment

• Aircraft requirements

• Which quality checks to conduct and how to carry them out


• Guidelines, Regulations and Legislation - UKOOA's management of offshore helideck operations, OPITO HLO handbook, company, installation, guidance, CAP 437, ACOP's, Prevention of Fire Explosion and Emergency Response regulations, Management & Administration Regulations, Management of Health and Safety at Work regulations OPITO Refuelling Handbook.



Element 4.3 Shutdown refuelling process This element is about shutting down the refuelling process and equipment. Standards of Performance In achieving this element you will have: 4.3.1 Manually or electronically monitored the refuelling package (nozzle,

hose, bonding lead, fuel caps) shutdown sequence in accordance with procedures, to ensure compliance and informed the appropriate persons.

4.3.2 Stowed the refuelling hose and bonding lead equipment in

accordance with procedures. 4.3.3 Recorded on log sheets data, from the meter on the refuelling system

at the appropriate times and frequencies and forwarded the data to the appropriate persons onshore and offshore in accordance with procedures.

4.3.4 Conducted the work safely in accordance with legislation and safe

working practice procedures. Underpinning Knowledge and Understanding Within the limits of your responsibility you must be able to demonstrate that you understand:

• Stages in engine shutdown sequence

• Where and how to stow equipment after use

• Information to be recorded and follow up reported

• Methods of recording information


• Guidelines, Regulations and Legislation - UKOOA's management of offshore helideck operations, OPITO HLO handbook, company, installation, guidance, CAP 437, ACOP's, Prevention of Fire Explosion and Emergency Response regulations, Management & Administration regulations, Management of Health and Safety at Work regulations

• Fuel sample collection/analysis

• Manual Handling Regulations, COSHH



Unit 5: Control the response to emergencies Element 5.1: Respond to appropriate alarms This element is about responding to appropriate alarms. Standards of Performance In achieving this element you will have: 5.1.1 Responded in an appropriate manner to alarm bells, klaxons, lights,

siren (continuous/intermittent) and verbal alarms in accordance with procedures.

5.1.2 Ensured the muster is completed in accordance with procedures. Underpinning Knowledge and Understanding Within the limits of your responsibility you must be able to demonstrate that you understand:

• Alarm response routines

• Muster point assembly



Element 5.2: Prepare to enter the incident area This element is about preparing to enter the incident area. Standards of Performance In achieving this element you will have: 5.2.1 Selected and worn fire clothing, boots, helmet, visor and gloves as

appropriate and in accordance with procedures. 5.2.2 Ensured that the breathing apparatus is donned by the helideck team

when appropriate and in accordance with procedures. 5.2.3 Ensured that the breathing apparatus is used in accordance with

procedures. Underpinning Knowledge and Understanding Within the limits of your responsibility you must be able to demonstrate that you understand:

• Uses and limitations of different types of PPE

• Fitting, adjusting and controlling breathing apparatus

• Pre-entry checks

• Procedures



Element 5.3: Enter the incident area and work safely This element is about entering the incident area and working safely. Standards of Performance In achieving this element you will have: 5.3.1 Led the Team in the incident area in a safe manner. 5.3.2 Directed movement through the helideck incident area using upright

(BA shuffle), crawl, to descend/ascend, stairs and ladders as appropriate to the helideck and associated areas in a safe manner and appropriate to the circumstances of smoke, heat, darkness, poor visibility and all weather conditions.

5.3.3 Maintained a safe means of escape. Underpinning Knowledge and Understanding Within the limits of your responsibility you must be able to demonstrate that you know:

• Leadership skills

• Movement strategies

• Effects of heat, smoke, poor visibility

• How to maintain safe means of escape

• ERP - Emergency response plan



Element 5.4 Control the rescue of personnel This element is about controlling the rescue of personnel. Standards of Performance In achieving this element you will have: 5.4.1 Confirmed missing crew members, passengers and members of the

helideck team with the appropriate persons. 5.4.2 Ensured all missing persons are accounted for using appropriate

search methods in accordance with procedures. 5.4.3 Ensured trapped persons are rescued. 5.4.4 Prioritised casualties in an appropriate manner and removed them to a

safe location using slings, harnesses, stretcher and hoist equipment and handling methods in accordance with procedures.


• The responsibilities of the Heli-team Member

• Search techniques

• Considerations to be taken into account when rescuing trapped personnel

• Role of medic and installation first aiders

• Correct use of equipment

• Procedures



Element 5.5 Control firefighting operations This element is about controlling firefighting operations. Standards of Performance In achieving this element you will have: 5.5.1 Ensured that the helideck foam monitors, monitor controls, hoses,

reels and branches are used to optimum effect to fight fire in accordance with procedures.

5.5.2 Monitored the effectiveness of fixed firefighting systems and taken

remedial action to redress deficiencies in the water pumping capacity, water pressure, control mechanisms and standby reserves.

5.5.3 Ensured that the portable firefighting hoses, hose reels, branches

foam and foam equipment, extinguishers, (dry powder, water, CO2, foam) are selected and used in accordance with the procedures.

5.5.4 Maintained escape routes in accordance with procedures. Underpinning Knowledge and Understanding Within the limits of your responsibility you must be able to demonstrate that you understand:

• Uses and limitations of fixed systems

• Uses and limitations of portable systems

• Types of foam concentrate, application techniques and equipment usage

• Uses and limitations of water, CO2 and dry chemical extinguishers

• Choosing and maintaining safety routes

• Procedures



Element 5.6 Control non firefighting operations This element is about controlling non-firefighting operations (non-routine) Standards of Performance In achieving this element you will have: 5.6.1 Dealt with fuel spillage in accordance with procedures. 5.6.2 Taken the appropriate action to minimise water damage. 5.6.3 Ensured that the equipment is cleaned and serviced and the stocks

replenished to the installation requirements in accordance with procedures.


• Characteristics and dangers of various fuels

• Choice of actions to be taken in differing circumstances

• Cleaning methods and materials to be used with service equipment

• Required stock levels and sources of supply

• OPITO or equivalent refueling handbook



GUIDANCE TO THE ASSESSOR

The Industry Competence Statements for Helicopter Landing Officer describes competent performance and lay down the criteria by which competence should be demonstrated.

It is essential that you read and understand this Section "Guidance to the Assessor" before you use the checklist.

• What is in this document?

This assessor's checklist describes the evidence which an assessor should seek in order to make a judgement on each candidate's competence and also includes a Candidate Record.

• Where and how will candidates be assessed?

Candidates will normally be assessed during simulated exercises which may be conducted at a suitable location. The assessment will take the form of observation of the tasks being performed supported where necessary by oral or written questions.

• Who can be an Assessor?

Assessors must be: • Discipline experts trained and qualified in assessment techniques.

Assessors may be assisted by other assessors and competent instructors when gathering evidence.



How does an Assessor use this Checklist and Candidate Record? (a) Enter the candidate's name and company on the checklist and

candidate record. (b) Prior to the assessment taking place you (the assessor) must:-

• make the candidate(s) aware that they are to be assessed, • ensure that the candidate(s) understands the standard which

they will be assessed against, • ensure that the assessment site and conditions for assessment

are suitable.

(c) Having ensured (a) and (b), you (the assessor) should clearly explain to the candidate(s) the task(s) to be performed indicating also how you intend to gather evidence (eg observation of simulated exercises, oral or written questions, witness statements).

(d) Allow an opportunity for feedback from the candidate.

(e) Start the assessment, allow the candidates to continue with the tasks

unless there is a breach of safety at which point the assessment should be stopped. The assessment exercise may continue when safety has been restored in order to identify any future training or development needs. Candidates should not be guided or prompted during the assessment. However, it may be necessary by using an appropriate questioning technique to ensure the candidates have the necessary underpinning knowledge and understanding to perform the tasks effectively and safely.

(f) In order to keep your own record when you are satisfied that the

candidates have demonstrated competence in each task place a ( ) in the appropriate 'Onshore' box on the checklist and indicate the source of evidence by entering the code O, S, Q or W alongside the ( ). The codes are shown at the bottom of each page of the checklist.

Any candidate not yet demonstrating competence in a particular task should be identified in the 'Remarks' space by their allocated number (from the Candidate Record) and the appropriate task reference number. These reference numbers relate directly to the Competence Statements for Helicopter Landing Officers. The 'Remark' may later be superseded by a 'now competent' statement if, following further coaching and/or practice, the candidate is able to demonstrate competence. However, there may be instances where a candidate does not demonstrate competence during the period of this programme.



In such cases the candidate's number and details of any training development needs which have been identified should be entered in the appropriate place on the Candidate Record

(g) Assessors should be aware that an assessment of competence is a

judgement to be made by the assessor.

In making a judgement it may be necessary for you (the assessor) to consult with other assessors or competent instructors who may also have witnessed the candidate's performance.

The Assessor's Checklist is an aid to the assessor in making this judgement.

(h) When Candidates have been assessed for competence as a

Helicopter Landing Officer, the result of the assessment for each candidate must be transferred to the Candidate Record either in the 'Competent' column as ( ) or NYC (Not yet Competent). Their training/development needs should be identified in the appropriate space.

(i) On completion of the programme you should sign-off the Candidate

Record.

(j) Following the assessment, you (the assessor) should comment to the candidate on the positive aspects of the candidate's performance, identifying where appropriate the areas where competence has not been demonstrated and further training/development is required.

These training/development requirements should also be communicated to the candidate's employer.

It is envisaged that the assessment conducted by the Training Provider is the first stage of assessment, the candidate will then go to their place of work offshore and operate under training and/or supervision with a competent HLO.

When the supervising HLO feels that the 'trainee' is ready for the second stage of the assessment, the 'trainee' will be assessed on their knowledge and understanding of installation procedures and equipment.



ASSESSOR’S CHECKLIST

CONTROL THE RESPONSE TO OFFSHORE HELIDECK EMERGENCIES AND ROUTINE OPERATIONS (HELICOPTER LANDING OFFICER)

Ref: Task Onshore Offshore Source of

Evidence

1 Maintain a state of readiness 1.1 Identify and locate helicopter operational hazards,

hazardous areas and access routes and points.

1.1.1 Identify and locate fire hazards 1.1.2 Identify and locate electrical hazards 1.1.3 Identify and locate technical hazards Fire hazards: Unignited fuel spillage, ignited fuel

spillage, pyrotechnics Electrical hazards: Static electricity, aircraft, electrical system Technical hazards: Rotors, flotation device, hydraulics, escalation, helicopter construction Appropriate persons: Onshore, Offshore

1.2 Identify locate and operate all relevant equipment and controls

1.2.1 Identify means of shutting down the engine

1.2.2 Operate helideck fixed fire systems

1.2.3 Operate portable fire and rescue equipment 1.2.4 Operate helifuel system control valves Procedures: Aircraft shutdown, fixed fire systems

(helideck and aircraft) portable fire and rescue equipment, heli fuel system control valves. Helideck fixed fire systems: Firewater deluge valves, inert gas, fire extinguishing systems and release valves, foam system and release valves, fire main hydrants and isolation valves. Portable fire and rescue equipment: Hoses, hose reels, branches, foam, foam equipment, extinguishers, BA sets.

Remarks:

Source of Evidence O - Observation S - Simulation Q - Questioning W - Witness




Evidence

1.3 Conduct emergency exercises

1.3.1 Establish communication

1.3.2 Conduct briefing and de-briefing with helideck team

1.3.3 Conduct exercises with helideck team

1.3.4 Record exercise outcomes

Appropriate persons: OIM/Master, radio operator, company, helicopter crew, emergency helideck team, fire team, crane operator, standby vessel, other installations, other vessels Lines of communication: Command structure. Pre-planned exercises: Crash on deck, emergency/precautionary landing, crash on deck - major spillage with no fire, significant fuel spillage - rotors running, evacuation by helicopter, man overboard, attempted wheels up landing, helicopter incident on landing

Remarks:





Evidence 2 Supervise helicopter landing and departure

2.1 Prepare for helicopter landing 2.1.1 Monitor environmental conditions 2.1.2 Brief helideck crew 2.1.3 Inform appropriate persons of impending operations and

maintain communications

2.1.4 Confirm equipment status 2.1.5 Conduct commmunication with helicopter pilot 2.1.6 Take corrective action 2.1.7 For emergencies take additional actions Appropriate manner: With authority and clarity

Procedures: Crew briefings, full equipment confirmation, communications, helideck equipment Equipment: PPE Communications: Personal radio, vocal, visual Appropriate persons: OIM, Radio Operator, helideck teams and fire teams, standby vessel officer, crane operator Impending Operations: Helicopter landing on deck, vessel or crane movements, weather, deck and airspace is clear

2 Supervise helicopter landing and departure 2.2 Prepare for helicopter departure 2.2.1 Brief helideck crew 2.2.2 Inform appropriate persons of impending operations and

maintain communications

2.2.3 Ensure security of doors, panels, etc 2.2.4 Ensure helideck equipment security 2.2.5 Ensure rescure equipment manned 2.2.6 Communicate departure clearance to crew 2.2.7 Ensure all work is conducted safely Appropriate manner: With authority and clarity

Procedures: Crew briefings, full equipment confirmation, communications, helideck equipment Equipment: PPE Communications: Personal radio, vocal, visual Appropriate persons: OIM, Radio Operator, helideck teams and fire teams, standby vessel officer, crane operator Impending Operations: Helicopter departing from deck, vessel or crane movements, weather, deck and airspace is clear

Remarks: Source of Evidence O - Observation S - Simulation Q - Questioning W - Witness




Evidence

3 Supervise cargo handling 3.1 Co-ordinate preparation of freight 3.1.1 Confirm suitability of freight 3.1.2 Coordinate movement of freight to helideck area 3.1.3 Complete loading preparations and notify appropriate

people

3.1.4 Coordinate movement of freight to helicopter Loading preparations: Manifest, freight, personnel

Suitability: Cleanliness, leakproof, labelling and packaging, manifest, load spreading, floor loading, dangerous cargo, radioactive, magnetic Freight: Large, small, long, heavy, light, bulky Procedures: Manual handling, mechanical handling, COSHH, loading

3.2 Supervise loading and unloading passengers, baggage and freight

3.2.1 Confirm helicopter is safe to approach 3.2.2 Transfer manifests 3.2.3 Operate locks and catches correctly 3.2.4 Offload baggage 3.2.5 Disembark passengers 3.2.6 Offload freight 3.2.7 Load freight 3.2.8 Confirm manifest and load match 3.2.9 Embark passengers Procedures: Advising helicopter pilot, confirming

helicopter safety, cargo, passengers on helideck, data collection and processing, safe working practices, manual handling, mechanical handling, loading and unloading Communications: Radio, visual Actual/Potential conflicts: Weather conditions, rotor hazards Passenger PPE: Survival suit, lifejacket, hearing protection, EBS

Remarks: Source of Evidence O - Observation S - Simulation Q - Questioning W - Witness



Ref: Task Onshore Offshore Source

of Evidence

4 Supervise the refuelling of the helicopter

4.1 Prepare for refuelling

4.1.1 Ensure refuelling systems and equipment are serviceable

4.1.2 Conduct quality checks

4.1.3 Establish aircraft requirements and notify appropriate people

4.1.4 Confirm firefighting arrangements

4.1.5 Record data and forward to it appropriate people

4.2 Refuel the helicopter

4.2.1 Make the helicopter safe

4.2.2 Monitor operations

4.2.2 Take corrective actions where necessary

4.2.3 Conduct supplimentary quality checks, record data and forward to it appropriate people

Equipment: PPE Procedures: Helicopter bonding and refuelling, refuelling systems and equipment, aircraft requirements, quality checks, safe working practice Corrective action: Spillage Appropriate action: Routine checks Aircraft Requirements: Gravity, pressure, quantity Quality checks: Fuel samples Monitoring: Differential pressure, delivery pressure, quantity

Remarks:





Evidence

4.3 Shutdown refuelling process

4.3.1 Monitor shutdown sequence and inform appropriate people

4.3.2 Stow equipment

4.3.3 Record data and forward to appropriate people

4.3.4 Conduct work safely

Procedures: Equipment shutdown sequence, equipment storage, refuelling hose and bonding lead, data collection and processing, safe working practices. Equipment: Refuelling package - nozzle, hose, bonding, lead, fuel caps Equipment Storage: Refuelling hose and bonding lead Data: Written, from meter on system Data accuracy limits: 100%, less than 100% accuracy Data collection: Log sheets Appropriate persons: Onshore, offshore Refuelling Operations: Bonding lead, refuelling hose removal, fuel caps Monitoring: Manual, electronic

Remarks:





Evidence

5 Control the response to emergencies

5.1 Respond to appropriate alarms

5.1.1 Respond to alarms

5.1.2 Ensure muster completed

5.2 Prepare to enter the incident area

5.2.1 Select and wear appropriate personal protective equipment

5.2.2 Ensure breathing apparatus is properly donned

5.2.3 Ensure breathing apparatus is properly operated

5.3 Enter the incident area and work safely

5.3.1 Lead the team in the incident area and work safely

5.3.2 Direct movement through incident area in a safe and appropriate manner

5.3.3 Maintain a safe means of escape

Movement: Upright (BA shuffle), crawl, descend/ascend stairs and ladders Circumstances: Smoke, heat, darkness, poor visibility, all weather conditions

5.4 Control the rescue of personnel

5.4.1 Confirm missing personnel

5.4.2 Ensure missing personnel are located

5.4.3 Ensure personnel are rescued

5.4.4 Prioritise casualties and remove to a safe location

Procedures: BA search, casualty treatment, moving casualties, equipment, casualty handling Missing personnel: Crew members, passengers, helideck team Appropriate persons: offshore Casualty Management: Equipment: Slings, harnesses, stretchers, hoists




Evidence

5.5 Control firefighting operations

5.5.1 Ensure fixed systems are used to optimum effect

5.5.2 Monitor the effectiveness of fixed firefighting systems

5.5.2 Take remedial action where necessary

5.5.3 Ensure portable firefighting equipment is selected and used appropriately

5.5.4 Maintain escape routes

Procedures: Fixed firefighting systems, portable fire fighting equipment, hose and branches, hose reels, discharge patterns, escape routes Fixed firefighting systems: Helideck foam monitors, monitor controls, hoses, hose reels, branches Deficiencies: Fixed firefighting system water pumping capacity water pressure control mechanisms standby reserves

5.6 Control non firefighting operations

5.6.1 Deal with unignited fuel spillage

5.6.2 Minimise damage to helicopter and installation

5.6.3 Ensure equipment is cleaned, serviced and stocks replenished

Procedures: Fuel spillage, cleaning and servicing equipment, stock control Damage: Water Service equipment: To installation requirements Stock: To installation requirements

Remarks:




CANDIDATE RECORD

CONTROL THE RESPONSE TO OFFSHORE HELIDECK EMERGENCIES AND ROUTINE OPERATIONS (HELICOPTER LANDING OFFICER)

Candidate Name: Company:

Training and Development Needs:

Declaration: The person named was assessed by me against the performance standards indicated in Section 2 of this document and in accordance with the assessment guidance. I consider the above person *has/*has not achieved a level of competence to enable him/her to take up a position as' trainee' Helicopter Landing Officer under supervision for further installation specific training and development. *I consider the above person requires further training and development in addition to that which is installation specific.

Assessor's Name Signature Date

* delete whichever does not apply



C TRAINING PROGRAMME The information in this part is for trainers. Firstly, it provides the requirements

for initial training which includes a programme to enable candidates to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills which underpin the tasks to be performed. Secondly, it provides the requirements for further practice and assessment of competence.

C.1 Initial Training C.1.1 This programme is designed to meet the initial training and assessment

requirements for routine and emergency response operations for Offshore Helicopter Landing Officers as identified in the UKOOA Guidelines for Competence and Training in Emergency Response (current issue).

C.1.2 Delegate Prior Achievement

Attendance on this programme is open to delegates who:

have previously served as Helideck Assistants/Attendants onboard an offshore installation or

have some previous experience of handling aircraft (helicopters) either

onshore or offshore and must be in possession of:

a current OPITO Offshore Emergency Helideck Team Member certificate

a CAA (Civil Aviation Authority) or other recognised aviation authority

VHF certificate (restricted or otherwise), prior to the issue of an HLO certificate.

Please note: According to the Air Navigations (Dangerous Goods) Regulations, personnel may not legally undertake duties associated with the carriage of people, baggage and cargo unless dangerous goods training has been successfully completed. Relevant CAA approved dangerous goods training for helideck personnel must, therefore, be taken in addition to the content of this standard.



C.1.3 Training Outcomes

Delegates, following a series of explanations, demonstrations and opportunities to practice, will as a candidate be assessed against the standards relating to the following training outcomes.

C.1.3.1 Knowledge of,

· Relevant guidelines, regulations and legislation, ACoPs, industry guidelines and their application to helideck activities

· The role of the HLO as team leader on the helideck · Offshore emergency response arrangements

C.1.3.2 Knowledge of, . Operational hazards . Relevant equipment . Conducting emergency exercises C.1.3.3 Supervising the preparation for,

· Helicopter landing · Helicopter departure

C.1.3.4 Supervising cargo handling including,

· Co-ordinating the preparation of freight · Supervising the loading and unloading of passengers, baggage and freight

C.1.3.5 Supervising the refuelling of the helicopter including,

· Preparing for refuelling · Refuelling · Shutting down the refuelling system

C.1.3.6 Controlling the response to emergencies including,

· Responding to alarms · Preparing to enter the incident area · Entering the incident area and working safely · Controlling the rescue of personnel · Controlling firefighting operations · Controlling non firefighting operations



C.1.4 Training Programme

In order to make efficient use of the time and ensure effective learning there should whenever practicable be an integration of the three phase of explanation, demonstration and practice. The training programme outlined below will assist delegates to meet the stated outcomes.

C.1.5 Give an overview of:

(a) PFEER, MAR, MHSWR, COSHH, DCR, Manual Handling, Safety Case Regs and ACoPs

(b) UKOOA's Guidelines for Management of Offshore Helideck Operations, UKOOA Industry Guidelines for the Management of Competence and Training in Emergency Response for Offshore Installations

(c) CAP 437, OPITO HLO Handbook, OPITO Refuelling Handbook (d) Offshore emergency response arrangements

C.1.6 Give an explanation and demonstration of:

Preparations for helicopter landing.

Including, · The monitoring of environmental conditions · Communications - OIM, Radio Officer, standby vessel officer, crane

operator, helicopter pilot · Briefing of helideck crew · Equipment status - including uses and limitations · Helideck manning · Helideck physical characteristics · Aircraft type · Helideck manning/positioning Delegates to practise.




(a) The preparation of freight (b) The loading and unloading of passengers, baggage and freight

Including, · Manifests · Dangerous goods - hazard recognition (IATA/ICAO Regs) · Handling of freight and baggage - manual and mechanical · Aircraft type - loading arrangements and instructions - safe to approach · Helideck access and egress

Delegates to practise.


Preparations for helicopter departure

Including, · Briefing of helideck crew · Communications - OIM, Radio Officer, Standby vessel officer, crane

operator, helicopter pilot · Security and stowage of equipment - helicopter and helideck · Helideck manning/crew positioning



(a) Preparations for helicopter refuelling (b) Refuelling (c) Shutdown refuelling process

Including, · Refuelling equipment - servicing, start-up, shut down · Monitoring methods · Quality checks · Data recording · Firefighting arrangements · Aircraft requirements - shut down and start up · Safe working practises




C.1.10 Give an explanation and demonstration of the controlling the response

to emergencies:

Including,

(a)· Hazards - fire, electrical and technical · Role of the emergency helideck team member · Emergency response arrangements · Relevant equipment and controls - helideck and helicopter · Monitoring of environmental conditions · Aircraft type

(b)· Briefing of helideck crew · Communications - OIM, Radio Officer, fire teams, medic, standby vessel

officer, crane operator. · PPE

(c)· Directing entry to the incident area · Supervising rescue of personnel · Controlling firefighting operations · Non firefighting operations · Supervising casualty management

Delegates to practise. Note: Aquired Prior Learning e.g. Offshore Emergency Helideck Team Member Certificate is acceptable in lieu of practical training

C.1.11 Duration of Initial Training and Assessment

The optimum 'contact time' for this training and assessment programme is seen as 15 hours. It is suggested that a ratio of 30% to 70% theory to practical is appropriate. The total contact time per day shall not exceed 8 hours. The total training day shall not exceed 10 hours (the total training day includes contact time, coffee and meal breaks, and travel time between training sites where applicable).



C.2 Further Live Fire Scenario Exercise C.2.1 Target Group

This programme is designed to meet the further practice requirements not able to be met offshore for Offshore Helicopter Landing Officers as identified in the UKOOA Guidelines for Competence & Training for Emergency Response. Offshore Helicopter Landing Officers should attend further OPITO approved onshore programmes, along with the full helideck team, in order to practice the emergency response part of their duties.

C.2.2 Delegate Prior Achievement

Attendance on this programme is open to delegates who are in possession of an Offshore Helicopter Landing Officer certificate and a current Offshore Emergency Helideck Team Member certificate or suitable alternative certification.

C.2.3 Assessment Outcomes

Delegates will have previously demonstrated their knowledge and skills and will have been assessed as competent Offshore Helicopter Landing Officers. During this programme delegates will be given the opportunity to demonstrate, as detailed below, their knowledge and the actions required when dealing with live fire and rescue situations as the leader of an Offshore Emergency Helideck Team in aspects which they cannot reasonably practice offshore.

C.2.3.1 Controlling the preparations for emergencies including,

· Helicopter landing · Entering the incident area

C.2.3.2 Controlling the response to emergencies including,

· Entering the incident area · Rescue of personnel · Firefighting operations · Non firefighting operations



C.3 Programme

The programme will be designed to give the delegate maximum opportunity to practice the offshore helicopter landing officer emergency response leadership skills previously developed. The exercises should be designed to test the skills, knowledge and understanding in relation to C.2.3.1 to C.2.3.2. Where necessary delegates should receive further training or coaching At the end of the programme the training provider should identify, to the employer, delegates requiring further development and training.

C.4 Duration of Further Practice

The optimum 'contact time' for this programme is seen as 10 hours. It is suggested that a ratio of 5%/95% theory to practical is appropriate. The total contact time per day shall not exceed 8 hours. The total training day shall not exceed 10 hours (the total training day includes contact time, coffee and meal breaks, and travel time between training sites where applicable).



D RESOURCES In order that a competence 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.

This section looks at each of these and sets out important guidelines. D.1 Staff Instructional staff will be required to carry out training and Assessors will be

required to judge candidate’s competence. It is important that the staff involved have the appropriate qualifications and experience.

D.1.1 Qualifications & Experience D.1.1.1 Instructional Staff

All instructional staff must be:

(a) trained in instructional/lecture techniques and/or have proven instructing/teaching experience.

(b) included in an ongoing staff training programme, which includes visits

to offshore oil and gas installations, to enable them to maintain and update skills and knowledge.

D.1.2 Assessors D.1.2.1 An Assessor must be:

(a) Discipline experts trained and qualified in assessment techniques.

D.1.3 All Staff D.1.3.1 All staff must have:

(a) the appropriate competencies to conduct/assist the element of training being conducted.



D.1.4 Instructor/Delegate Ratio

(a) It is recommended that the maximum number of delegates attending this programme is 16.

(b) The minimum number of delegates attending this programme is 4. (c) The following ratios indicate the maximum number of delegates to be

supervised by one Instructor at any one time during each activity.

Theory 1:16 Demonstration 1:16 Practical 1:4

(d) The maximum numbers and theory ratio may be exceeded to accommodate full company/installation fire/emergency response teams.



D.2 Facilities Different facilities may be required and it is important to make sure that these

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 participate fully. Practical training areas so designed to enable each delegate, as part of a team, to participate fully in the Helideck Operations listed within the standards of performance.

All facilities must be maintained, and where appropriate, inspected and tested in accordance with current standards/legislation. D.3 Equipment - of a type found on offshore oil and gas installation helidecks for

the conduct of the practical events listed within the standards of performance.

All equipment must be maintained, and where appropriate, inspected and tested in accordance with current standards/legislation.



E GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Training Establishments are responsible for ensuring the following;

(a) The issuing of certificates direct to the delegate completing the programme and to the sponsoring company (when required). Each Certificate must indicate the course is accredited by OPITO and must contain the following:

· Establishment Name · Full OPITO Course Title stating that it is OPITO approved · The OPITO course code · Delegates Name · Course Dates · Expiry Date · Unique Certificate Number · Establishment Signatory . Certificates to be endorsed “Only valid in conjunction with a

current Helideck Team Member certificate”

(b) Each individual attending any OPITO approved programme completes a Central Register (CR) registration form. This form must be returned by the training establishment to the OPITO on a weekly basis.

(c) All Joining Instructions contain information which indicates certain

aspects of the programme are of a physical nature. (d) Prior to each course commencing, delegates sign a declaration

indicating they have read and understood a written statement regarding the physical nature of the programme and the need for delegates to be in good health. Instructional staff should also read out the above statement at this time.

(e) Where doubt exists regarding the medical fitness of any delegate

the establishment should seek the advice of a medical officer.

(f) For all lessons, written statements of organisation which clearly define responsibilities and relationships for all staff either directly or indirectly involved.

(g) Ensuring all training and supporting activities are carried out in

accordance with current legislation.

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