Offshore Helideck Assistant Hda

OPITO APPROVED STANDARD

Offshore Helideck Assistant (HDA)

Training and Competence Standard

Standard Codes

Standard Code

HDA Initial Training 7019 HDA Helideck Emergency Response Team Member (HERTM) Training 7022

HDA Further Training 7023

OPITO Approved Standard Offshore Helideck Assistant (HDA) Training and Competence

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Revision 1 Apr 2013. Amendment 1 (28-Oct 2013) Page 2 of 75

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Record of Amendments to Standard Revision & Amendment Date Agreed by Checked by Approved by

Revision 1 April 2013 OPITO S&A M. Carr P. Lammiman

No. Amendment & Date Section Amended by Checked by Approved by

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Removed training elements and assessment requirements related to Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air Awareness Training - Module 5 (HDA Initial) and Element 1.1 (HDA Further). Revised course duration accordingly. Inserted theory/practical ratio in A.7, B.7 and C.7. Clarification on staff requirements for the three different courses in Section D.1. Amended pre-requisites for HDA Further standard in Section C.2. Replaced references to mandatory training with additional training. Amended HDA Training and Competence Progression chart in Introduction section for clarification purposes. Revision 1 Amendment 1 28-Oct 2013

Introduction, A.6, A.7, A.8, B.7, C.7, D.1, C.2

Melissa Foo OPITO

Standards & Approvals

Peter Lammiman

Any amendments made to this standard by OPITO will be recorded above.


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Contents

Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 6

SECTION A HDA Initial Training .......................................................................................... 8

A.1 HDA INITIAL TRAINING TARGET GROUP ........................................................................... 8 A.2 HDA INITIAL TRAINING DELEGATE PREREQUISITES ........................................................... 8 A.3 HDA INITIAL TRAINING PHYSICAL AND STRESSFUL DEMANDS ............................................ 8 A.4 HDA INITIAL TRAINING AIMS AND OBJECTIVES .................................................................. 9 A.5 HDA INITIAL TRAINING LEARNING OUTCOMES ................................................................ 10 A.6 HDA INITIAL TRAINING DELEGATE PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT ..................................... 11 A.7 HDA INITIAL TRAINING DURATION AND TIMING ................................................................ 12 A.8 HDA INITIAL TRAINING PROGRAMME .............................................................................. 13

SECTION B HDA Helideck Emergency Response Team Member (HERTM) Training .... 20

B.1 HDA HERTM TRAINING TARGET GROUP ....................................................................... 20 B.2 HDA HERTM TRAINING DELEGATE PRE-REQUISITES ..................................................... 20 B.3 HDA HERTM TRAINING PHYSICAL AND STRESSFUL DEMANDS ....................................... 21 B.4 HDA HERTM TRAINING AIM AND OBJECTIVES ............................................................... 22 B.5 HDA HERTM TRAINING LEARNING OUTCOMES .............................................................. 23 B.6 HDA HERTM TRAINING PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT ................................................... 24 B.7 HDA HERTM TRAINING DURATION AND TIMING ............................................................. 24 B.8 HDA HERTM TRAINING PROGRAMME ........................................................................... 25

SECTION C HDA Further Training ..................................................................................... 31

C.1 HDA FURTHER TRAINING TARGET GROUP ..................................................................... 31 C.2 HDA FURTHER TRAINING DELEGATE PRE-REQUISITES ................................................... 31 C.3 HDA FURTHER TRAINING PHYSICAL AND STRESSFUL DEMANDS ...................................... 32 C.4 HDA FURTHER TRAINING AIM AND OBJECTIVES ............................................................. 33 C.5 HDA FURTHER TRAINING LEARNING OUTCOMES ............................................................ 33 C.6 HDA FURTHER TRAINING DELEGATE PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT ................................. 34 C.7 HDA FURTHER TRAINING DURATION AND TIMING ........................................................... 34 C.8 HDA FURTHER TRAINING PROGRAMME ......................................................................... 35

SECTION D Resources ....................................................................................................... 38

D.1 STAFF .......................................................................................................................... 38 D.2 TRAINER/DELEGATE RATIO ........................................................................................... 39 D.3 FACILITIES .................................................................................................................... 40 D.4 EQUIPMENT .................................................................................................................. 41

SECTION E Administration and Certification ................................................................... 42

E.1 JOINING INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................................. 42 E.2 PERIODICITY ................................................................................................................ 42 E.3 CERTIFICATION ............................................................................................................. 43 E.4 COURSE ADMINISTRATION ............................................................................................. 43

SECTION F HDA Workplace Competence ........................................................................ 44


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F.1 HDA WORKPLACE COMPETENCE MAIN INSTALLATION OR VESSEL ................................. 44 F.2 HDA WORKPLACE COMPETENCE ASSESSMENT UNITS .................................................... 45 F.3 HDA NUI-SPECIFIC WORKPLACE COMPETENCE ............................................................. 63 F.4 HDA NUI-SPECIFIC WORKPLACE COMPETENCE UNITS ................................................... 64 F.5 HDA WORKPLACE ASSESSMENT ................................................................................... 69

Glossary of Terms and Abbreviations ................................................................................... 73

Reference Documents ............................................................................................................ 74

Appendix1 OPITO Information ............................................................................................... 75


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Introduction

Under the supervision of the Offshore Helicopter Landing Officer (HLO), Offshore Helideck Assistants (HDAs) typically carry out routine helideck operations such as maintenance and testing of helideck systems and equipment. HDAs also assist with passenger embarkation and disembarkation, as well as transferring freight and passenger baggage to and from the helicopter when it has landed on the helideck of an offshore fixed or mobile installation or vessel. HDAs will perform the role of HDA Helideck Emergency Response Team Member (HERTM) when preparing for helicopter landings on offshore helidecks and during helicopter emergencies. Training and competence assessment of OPITO-approved HDAs will comprise both onshore training and offshore workplace training and assessment. Appointment of HDAs The Installation, MODU or vessel Duty Holder is responsible for ensuring that personnel appointed to the Offshore Helideck Assistant (HDA) role have received sufficient training and gained relevant experience to undertake the role competently and safely. The Duty Holder must ensure that, apart from the provision of onshore training:

a) Workplace training is provided and competence assessment is conducted AND,

b) Additional training (e.g. helicopter refuelling - on installations that refuel) is provided before the HDA is appointed to the role.

OPITO-certified HDA Training Training centres approved to deliver OPITO-approved HDA Training will provide one or more of the Initial, Emergency Response and Further HDA Training programmes specified in this standard. The OPITO-certified training programmes are:

(1) The HDA Initial Training

(2) The HDA Helideck Emergency Response Team Member (HERTM) Training

(3) The HDA Further Training; this programme involves updating and refreshing relevant knowledge and undertaking emergency response training not able to be conducted offshore.

Workplace Training and Assessment In addition to the onshore-based training, company and site-specific training and assessment will typically be conducted offshore. This document also specifies the standard for the workplace competence requirement which includes the Normally Unattended Installations (NUI) requirement. HDA emergency response training that can be conducted offshore will be conducted on a regular basis during drills and exercises. Workplace HDA Competence guidance for duty holders is specified in The HDA Workplace Competence Units within Section F of this standard document.


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OPITO HDA training and competence progression

*OPITO-certified Training


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SECTION A HDA Initial Training

A.1 HDA Initial Training Target Group

The target group for Offshore Helideck Assistant (HDA) Initial Training programme is personnel who are to be appointed to the role of an Offshore HDA.

A.2 HDA Initial Training Delegate Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for the HDA Initial Training.

A.3 HDA Initial 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 pre-existing 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 delegates/candidates 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 individuals state of health while undertaking 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.


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A.4 HDA Initial Training Aims and Objectives

The aims and objectives of the HDA Initial Training Programme are to equip the delegate with the initial knowledge, understanding and skills required to perform the role of Offshore Helideck Assistant (HDA) safely and effectively. Note: Additional training in offshore site-specific elements is required before appointment to the HDA role. Duty Holders will need to check the statutory, regulatory and company-specific HDA training requirement for the particular region of operations, so that the HDA candidate receives all of the required training for the HDA role.


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A.5 HDA Initial Training Learning Outcomes

The delegates learning outcomes are set out below:

To successfully complete this module, delegates must be able to:

1. Understand key parts of relevant helideck operation regulations and guidelines 2. Understand helideck physical characteristics 3. Understand helideck obstacle-free requirements 4. Understand helideck equipment and systems 5. Understand meteorological requirements for offshore helicopter operations 6. Understand typical hazards associated with offshore helideck operations. 7. Understand how dangerous goods are identified, packaged and labelled according to

IATA and ICAO regulations 8. Define the role of the offshore HDA. 9. Understand typical HDA duties on an NUI 10. Explain the responsibilities of an HDA during helicopter operations 11. State typical routine helideck and helicopter operational procedures prior to landing,

helicopter on deck and helicopter take off. 12. Use handheld radios correctly, complying with radio communications protocol. 13. Assist HLO with communication checks, checking helideck equipment status, safety

nets, security and stowage of helideck equipment. 14. Ensure they [HDAs] are in the required locations during helicopter operations 15. Wear appropriate HDA PPE during helicopter operations 16. Under direction from the HLO:

a. Load and unload passenger baggage correctly b. Load and unload helicopter freight correctly using correct manual handling

techniques and within helicopter freight loading limitations and requirements. 17. Comply with helideck protocols and procedures during helicopter operations 18. Comply with helicopter danger areas rules. 19. Assist with passenger safe egress and access on the helideck, to and from the

helicopter. 20. Identify dangerous goods during helicopter loading and unloading

Learning Outcomes 12 through 20 are to be assessed during practical exercises.


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A.6 HDA Initial 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.


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A.7 HDA Initial Training Duration and Timing

The optimum *contact time for this OPITO programme is 18 hours, which is to be delivered over consecutive days. An approximate ratio of 80% theory to 20% practical is appropriate for this training programme. The contact time is based on the maximum number of delegates/candidates undertaking the programme. Individual module/unit/element timings that are specified within the standard must be adhered to. The contact time must not exceed 8 hours in any one day and 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.


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A.8 HDA Initial Training Programme

The HDA Initial Training Programme specified below is designed to help delegates achieve the learning outcomes stated in Section A.5. The contents in Appendix 1 must be covered prior to course commencement. 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/Programme 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 HDA Initial Training Programme consists of the following modules and elements: Module 1 Offshore Helideck Regulations and Guidelines Element 1.1 Regulations and guidelines Module 2 Helicopter and Helideck Hazards and Management Systems Element 2.1 Offshore helideck landing areas Element 2.2 Helideck equipment and systems Element 2.3 Helicopter and helideck hazards Element 2.4 Helicopter refuelling awareness Module 3 Preparation for Helideck Operations Element 3.1 The role and responsibilities of the HDA Element 3.2 Preparing for helideck operations Module 4 Assisting with Passenger and Cargo Handling Element 4.1 Cargo handling Element 4.3 Passenger handling

Module 5 HDA: Normally Unattended Installations (NUI) Element 5.1 Hazards and HDA duties on an NUI


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MODULE 1 Offshore Helideck Regulations and Guidelines ELEMENT 1.1 Regulations and guidelines Training staff to explain key sections of the following (overview only required):

1.1.1 Relevant Guidelines for Management of Offshore Helideck Operations 1.1.2 Offshore Helicopter Landing Area guidance documentation 1.1.3 ICAO Standards for recommended practices relating to offshore helidecks 1.1.4 ICAO/IATA dangerous goods regulations 1.1.5 Offshore emergency response requirements 1.1.6 OPITO Helicopter Landing Officers Handbook 1.1.7 Helicopter Refuelling Handbook.


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MODULE 2 Helicopter and Helideck Hazards and Management Systems Training staff to explain: ELEMENT 2.1 Offshore helideck landing areas

2.1.1 Helideck physical characteristics, to include: D value and access and escape routes.

2.1.2 Helideck visual aids, marking and lights, to include: Helideck landing lights are fully serviceable and emergency power back-up is operational. Obstacle-protected surfaces, to include: a) 210 degree Obstacle-Free Sector b) 150 degree Limited Obstacle Sector c) Clear Zone below Helideck Level - 5:1 falling gradient d) Maximum height limit across the entire helideck

2.1.3 Helideck landing and perimeter safety nets purpose and requirements 2.1.4 Landing areas and winching areas on vessels

ELEMENT 2.2 Helideck equipment and systems Training staff to explain:

2.2.1 Helideck systems, to include: a) Visual aids (markings and lighting systems) b) Wave-off and status lights.

2.2.2 Helideck location and motion characteristics (floating installations) 2.2.3 Helideck certification limitations: (Helideck Limitation List [HLL]). 2.2.4 Helideck standard plant and equipment - and uses; to include:

a) Plant and equipment for routine and non-emergency response

operations b) Fire Fighting Equipment guidance on when and where to use various

media c) Primary Media requirements: foam type, delivery and testing d) Complimentary media requirements e) Deck integrated firefighting System (DIFFS): overview-only required. f) Tie-down points.

2.2.5 Meteorological systems and minimum meteorological equipment requirement

for region of operations. 2.2.6 Typical helideck systems routine checks. 2.2.7 Reporting helideck and systems defects to appropriate authority e.g. HLO or

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ELEMENT 2.3 Helicopter and helideck hazards Training staff to explain:

2.3.1 Human factors that may affect the safety of heli-operations, to include the following categories: the job/task, the individual and the organisation.

2.3.2 Helicopter danger areas. 2.3.3 Rotors running personnel contact with main or tail rotors while on deck. 2.3.4 Adverse weather effect on helicopter operations, to include: excessive wind

turbulence. 2.3.5 Poor visibility effect on helideck operations. 2.3.6 Process thermal affects e.g. turbine exhausts and normal or emergency

process venting. 2.3.7 Helicopter engine or cabin fire. 2.3.8 Electrical hazards. 2.3.9 Mobile installations stability hazards during landing and take-off. 2.3.10 Dangerous goods transfer to/from helicopter by the helideck team. 2.3.11 Refuelling operations fuel spillages, faulty equipment. 2.3.12 Loose items (baggage, freight, netting etc.) being sucked into rotor area or air

intake. 2.3.13 Flying debris e.g. disintegrating rotor hitting personnel following a crash. 2.3.14 Crane operations: crane work to cease during helicopter operations. 2.3.15 Obstacles on deck. 2.3.16 Noise hazard ear protection requirement.

ELEMENT 2.4 Helicopter refuelling awareness Note: This Element provides the delegates with an overview only of helicopter refuelling operations and will not replace specialist training in this subject. Training staff to explain the following:

2.4.1 Relevant Regulations and Guidance publications (applicable to region of

operations) 2.4.2 Aviation fuel: type and additives. 2.4.3 Variation in different types of helicopter refuelling ports. 2.4.4 Typical fuel storage and delivery systems. 2.4.5 Refuelling equipment inspections and maintenance. 2.4.6 Bonding requirement. 2.4.7 Filtration and water separation. 2.4.8 Fuel sampling and testing weekly and daily checks. 2.4.9 Maintaining fuel records.


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MODULE 3 Preparation for Helideck Operations ELEMENT 3.1 The role and responsibilities of the HDA Training staff to explain:

3.1.1 The role of an Offshore HDA during routine helicopter operations. 3.1.2 The responsibilities and duties of an offshore HDA during routine helicopter

operations. 3.1.3 Typical routine helideck and helicopter operational *procedures, to include:

a) Prior to helicopter landing b) helicopter on-deck, and c) helicopter take off

(*procedures: for specific global region of operations)

ELEMENT 3.2 Preparing for helideck operations Training staff to explain and demonstrate, and delegates to practice:

3.2.1 Identifying and reporting hazards that the HLO may not be aware of. 3.2.2 Effective communications, to include:

a) Confirming completion of tasks to the HLO b) Using standard radio protocols c) Limitation of radio coms and correct use of hand signals - HDAs radios set

to receive-only during helicopter operations (HDAs should only transmit in the event of an emergency)

d) Radio communication protocols during helicopter operations.

3.2.3 Helicopter type identification prior to landing for helicopter-specific passenger, cargo loading and emergency response requirements.

3.2.4 Assisting with monitoring of weather and environmental conditions. 3.2.5 Assisting HLO with communications system checks. 3.2.6 Assisting HLO with checking helideck equipment status and safety nets. 3.2.7 Assisting HLO with security and stowage of equipment - helicopter and

helideck. 3.2.8 HDAs are in a safe location adjacent to the helideck during helicopter landing,

take-off and preparing for helicopter emergencies. 3.2.9 Ensuring appropriate HDA PPE is worn during helicopter operations.


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MODULE 4 Assist with Passenger and Cargo Handling

ELEMENT 4.1 Cargo handling

Training staff to explain:

4.1.1 Importance of understanding and complying with company helideck-operations procedures.

4.1.2 Helicopter freight loading limitations and requirements. 4.1.3 Helideck protocols e.g. safe to approach the helicopter, anti-collision lights

switched off and thumbs-up from pilot. Training staff to explain and demonstrate, then delegates to practice:

4.1.4 Responding to safe to approach the helicopter from the HLO. 4.1.5 Complying with helicopter danger areas rules 4.1.6 Assisting with preparations for, and correct handling of, freight and baggage. 4.1.7 Correct manual handling techniques during freight loading and unloading. 4.1.8 Asking for assistance from other HDAs with heavy cargo. 4.1.9 Dangerous goods identification.

ELEMENT 4.2 Passenger handling Training staff to explain and demonstrate, and delegates to practice:

4.2.1 Interpreting information on passenger manifests. 4.2.2 Assisting with passenger safe egress and access on helideck 4.2.3 Assisting with passenger entry into helicopter. 4.2.4 Assisting with passenger exit from helicopter. 4.2.5 Being alert to changing events and conditions while assisting passengers.


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MODULE 5 HDA: Normally Unattended Installations (NUI) ELEMENT 5.1 Hazards and HDA Duties on an NUI Training staff to explain:

5.1.1 Types of NUIs 5.1.2 Typical NUI-specific hazards, to include guano infestation 5.1.3 HLO first to disembark from helicopter before HDAs or passengers

disembarkation: NUI status check by HLO and decision to disembark helicopter passengers.

5.1.4 Embarkation: Assist HLO in ensuring that all passengers have boarded the helicopter prior to take-off.

5.1.5 Assist HLO with the following: (where applicable) a) Bird exclusion devices are switched on b) All equipment (fire extinguishers, firefighting clothing, chocks etc.)

positioned on the helideck and surrounding areas is correctly stored and secured.

5.1.6 The importance of understanding and following individual company procedures for individual NUIs.


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SECTION B HDA Helideck Emergency Response Team Member

(HERTM) Training

B.1 HDA HERTM Training Target Group

This training programme is targeted at currently-appointed or candidate Offshore Helideck Assistants (HDAs) that require OPITO-certified emergency response training in helideck and helicopter emergencies as part of their overall competence requirement.

B.2 HDA HERTM Training Delegate Pre-requisites

There are no prerequisites for this training programme, however refer to Section B.3 of this standard for medical fitness requirements to undertake this training.


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B.3 HDA HERTM Training Physical and Stressful Demands

Training and/or assessment activities contained within this Standard may include physically demanding and potentially stressful elements. All personnel who participate in such activities must be physically and mentally capable of participating fully.

Emergency Response Team Members require some form of medical and/or fitness screening to ascertain that they are fit to undertake this type of training. Therefore OPITO-approved training centres are required, as a minimum, to ensure that prior to participating in practical exercises, the delegate must:

a) Possess a valid, current offshore medical certificate or b) Possess an operator approved medical certificate, or c) Undergo medical screening by completing an appropriate medical screening form

provided by the OPITO-approved centre (a list of medical conditions which could be included in a medical screening form is available from OPITO).

The OPITO-approved Centre shall keep a record of the delegates/candidates 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 current or pre-existing medical conditions that could have adverse effects to the individuals state of health while undertaking 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.


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B.4 HDA HERTM Training Aim and Objectives

The aim of the HDA Helideck Emergency Response Team Member (HERTM) Training programme is to equip Offshore Helideck Assistants with the knowledge, understanding and skills required to perform an emergency response team member role in offshore helideck and helicopter emergencies. The main objectives are for delegates to fully understand the role and responsibilities of a HDA Helideck Emergency Response Team Member and practice responding to a variety of helideck firefighting and non-firefighting emergency scenarios in a training environment.


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B.5 HDA HERTM Training Learning Outcomes

To successfully complete this programme, delegates must be able to:

1. Define the key role and key responsibilities of the HDA HERTM. 2. State the main elements of helideck emergency response plan. 3. Identify types of potential offshore helideck emergencies. 4. State the general firefighting safety goals and objectives. 5. Explain the purpose of typical helideck emergency systems and controls. 6. Explain the main differences between helideck emergency response on a main fixed or

floating installation and a normally unattended installation (NUI). 7. Communicate effectively with HLO and team members. 8. Respond appropriately to HLO direction in emergencies. 9. Under direction from the HLO: approach the incident area in a controlled manner

continually assessing how the changes in the emergency could impact on the safety of other HERT members.

10. Conduct BA operations in accordance with HLO directions and safe practices. 11. Conduct firefighting operations effectively using fixed and mobile equipment. 12. Update HLO on progress against the plan at appropriate times. 13. Under direction from the HLO: respond to non-fire helideck emergencies. 14. Conduct effective search and rescue for missing persons and casualties during the

emergency. 15. Use correct casualty handling techniques 16. Work with ER back-up team when required to do so. 17. Report to HLO any human factors that may affect individual or team performance during

the emergency (Team Learning Objective). Learning Outcomes 7 through 17 to be assessed during practical exercises.


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B.6 HDA HERTM Training Performance Assessment

Delegates will be assessed against the learning outcomes specified in B.5 using direct observation and oral and/or written questions as appropriate. Training staff must record assessments results.

B.7 HDA HERTM Training Duration and Timing

The optimum *contact time for this OPITO programme is 26 hours, which is to be delivered over consecutive days. An approximate ratio of 20% theory to 80% practical is appropriate for this training programme. The contact time is based on the maximum number of delegates/candidates undertaking the programme. Individual module/unit/element timings that are specified within the standard must be adhered to. The contact time must not exceed 8 hours in any one day and 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:


**The total programme day includes: contact time, welfare breaks, meal breaks and where applicable, travel between sites


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B.8 HDA HERTM Training Programme

The training programme specified below is designed to help delegates achieve the stated learning outcomes specified in section B.5. The order in which elements of the training programme are delivered may vary. However, contents in Appendix 1 must be covered prior to course commencement. 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 / visual aids and course handout material. Training staff should give practical demonstrations for all training activities which delegates are required to practice and demonstrate. Prior to the start of the 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 HDA Helideck Emergency Response Team Member Training programme consists of the following module and elements: Module 1 Helideck Emergency Response Preparedness Element 1.1 Helideck emergency response pre-planning Element 1.2 Helideck and helicopter emergency systems and controls Module 2 NUI HDA Emergency Response Element 2.1 NUI emergency response requirements Module 3 HDA: Helideck Emergency Response Team Member (HERTM) Element 3.1 HDA HERTM response in helideck and helicopter emergencies


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MODULE 1 Helideck Emergency Response Preparedness ELEMENT 1.1 Helicopter emergency response preplanning


1.1.1 The role and key responsibilities of a HDA HERTM. 1.1.2 The requirement for helicopter emergency response pre-planning. 1.1.3 The main elements of a helicopter emergency response plan. 1.1.4 Examples of emergency scenarios involving helicopter operations and typical

response requirement of HDA HERTM to the emergency, to include:

a) Helicopter crash on deck (with or without fuel spillage) b) Engine fire on helicopter c) Offshore installation or vessel fire d) Fire during helicopter refuelling operations e) Aviation fuel skid fire f) An emergency or precautionary landing on the helideck g) An attempted wheels-up landing h) Evacuation and emergency movement by helicopters (e.g. medevac) i) Helicopter use for man overboard.

1.1.5 Events that may severely impact on flight safety, to include:

a) Aviation fuel contamination b) Obstructed helideck c) Wrong deck landing (wrong installation) d) Installation, MODU or vessel status changes with helicopter on deck.

1.1.6 Helideck general firefighting safety goals and objectives and how to achieve

them. 1.1.7 Offshore and onshore helicopter emergency response practice: Offshore drills

and onshore fire and non-fire training practice.


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ELEMENT 1.2 Helideck and helicopter emergency systems and controls


1.2.1 Typical helideck fixed firefighting equipment and systems, to include foam producing equipment performance requirements:

a) Speed of response of producing foam b) Reliability through weekly tests and maintenance routines c) Coverage d) Quality of the foam.

1.2.2 Deck Integrated Firefighting Systems (DIFFS) 1.2.3 Typical helideck mobile firefighting equipment and systems 1.2.4 Minimum helideck rescue equipment as specified by international

guidelines. 1.2.5 Helicopter emergency systems and controls that can be initiated by the HLO

or HDA HERTMs, to include helicopter:

a) engine shutdown b) fuel isolation c) Fixed firefighting and protection systems (onboard helicopters).

MODULE 2 NUI HDA Emergency Response ELEMENT 2.1 NUI emergency response requirements Training staff to explain:

2.1.1 Planning for emergencies on an NUI with limited emergency response capability, to include:

a) helicopter on deck, and b) no helicopter on deck.

2.1.2 NUI Rescue, firefighting equipment and extinguishant media requirements. 2.1.3 Typical limited NUI accommodation if personnel onboard NUI have to stay

beyond expected duration. 2.1.4 First aid arrangements on NUI. 2.1.5 Evacuation from NUI if no helicopter is available.


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MODULE 3 HDA: Helideck Emergency Response Team Member (HERTM) ELEMENT 3.1 HDA HERTM response in helideck and helicopter emergencies Training staff to explain:

3.1.1 Human factors during emergency response e.g. stress affecting decision making, physical exhaustion or others.

3.1.2 Potential hazards during the emergency response, to include: fire, electrical, helicopter materials, dangerous goods cargo and sponson deployment.

3.1.3 Emergency Response PPE requirements for HDA HERTM 3.1.4 How different helicopter types can affect the emergency response. 3.1.5 Emergency response arrangements. 3.1.6 Breathing apparatus operation and control procedures. 3.1.7 Search and rescue (SAR) principles and techniques on or close to the

helideck, following helicopter incident on helideck. 3.1.8 Relevant equipment and controls - helideck and helicopter 3.1.9 Firefighting equipment: guidance on when and where to use various media. 3.1.10 Monitoring of environmental conditions and how they may impact on the

emergency response. 3.1.11 Techniques for keeping calm during an emergency response. 3.1.12 Asking for assistance if struggling to cope with emergency events - physical

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Element 3.1 continued. Training staff must provide sufficient explanations and/or demonstrations to enable delegates to practice and demonstrate the following simulated emergency response to helideck and helicopter emergencies.

3.1.13 Effective communications with HLO and team members clear and concise communication.

3.1.14 Updating HLO on progress against the emergency response plan at appropriate times.

3.1.15 Responding appropriately to HLO direction during emergencies. 3.1.16 Under direction from the HLO: approaching the incident area in a controlled

manner continually assessing how the changes in the emergency could impact on the safety of other HERT members

3.1.17 Effective execution of emergency response tasks. 3.1.18 Conducting helicopter incident firefighting operations, to include responding to

a helicopter engine fire using a CO2 media extended applicator. 3.1.19 Correct use of breathing apparatus (BA) when instructed by HLO. 3.1.20 Effective Search and rescue (SAR) principles and techniques on or close to

the helideck, following helicopter incident on helideck. 3.1.21 Appropriate response to non-firefighting operations during helicopter incident. 3.1.22 Effective use of firefighting fixed and mobile systems. 3.1.23 Responding to an NUI helideck fire (with limited firefighting equipment). 3.1.24 Working with back-up emergency response teams where required to do so. 3.1.25 Correct casualty handling techniques.

Refer to Practical Exercises for the HDA Emergency Response Team Member below for scope of exercises.


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ELEMENT 3.2 Practical Exercises for the HDA Helideck Emergency Response Team

Member The scope of the response exercises to include the following:

3.2.1 Emergency access and egress to/from helidecks 3.2.2 Maintaining a means of escape from the incident area 3.2.3 A non-firefighting emergency response 3.2.4 Selection of appropriate fire-fighting equipment for the incident 3.2.5 Effective use of fixed fire monitors 3.2.6 Effective use of mobile and portable firefighting and rescue equipment, to

include dry chemical and CO2 fire extinguishant and control media. 3.2.7 Responding to Class A fires caused by helicopter incident 3.2.8 Responding to *Class B fires (flammable liquid spill and leaking fuel fires)

caused by helicopter incident. 3.2.9 Hose-running techniques and associated hazards 3.2.10 Locating, extracting and handling missing personnel and casualties following

a helicopter incident on the helideck. 3.2.11 Breathing Apparatus (BA) control 3.2.12 BA use (all delegates to practice donning and using BA).

Note:*Class B fires: For environmental purposes, smoke suppression or clean-burn systems are acceptable for reducing smoke during Class B fire exercises.

All delegates to practice in the role of the HDA Helideck Emergency Response Team Member (HDA HERTM) during emergency response exercises. Training Centres must provide a role-playing HLO Helideck Emergency Response Team Leader during these exercises (this could be one of the instructors).


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SECTION C HDA Further Training

C.1 HDA Further Training Target Group

This training is designed for currently-appointed OPITO-certified HDAs that are required to revalidate their OPITO HDA certification by refreshing and updating their knowledge and skills in aspects of their role that they cannot practice in the workplace.

C.2 HDA Further Training Delegate Pre-requisites

The prerequisites for the Further HDA Training are:

a) A valid OPITO HDA Helideck Emergency Response Team Member Training Certificate AND valid OPITO HDA Initial Training Certificate. OR

b) A valid OPITO HDA Further Training Certificate.

Also, refer to Section C.3 of this standard for medical fitness requirements to undertake this training.


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C.3 HDA Further Training Physical and Stressful Demands

Training and/or assessment activities contained within this Standard may include physically demanding and potentially stressful elements. All personnel who participate in such activities must be physically and mentally capable of participating fully.

Emergency Response Team Members require some form of medical and/or fitness screening to ascertain that they are fit to undertake this type of training. Therefore OPITO-approved training centres are required, as a minimum, to ensure that prior to participating in practical exercises, the delegate must: a) Possess a valid, current offshore medical certificate or b) Possess an operator approved medical certificate, or c) Undergo medical screening by completing an appropriate medical screening form

provided by the OPITO-approved centre (a list of medical conditions which could be included in a medical screening form is available from OPITO).

The OPITO-approved Centre shall keep a record of the delegates/candidates 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 current or pre-existing medical conditions that could have adverse effects to the individuals state of health while undertaking 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.


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C.4 HDA Further Training Aim and Objectives

The aim of this HDA Further Training Programme is to give HDAs the opportunity to practice and maintain the skills required when dealing with helicopter emergency response situations or incidents as members of an Offshore Helideck Emergency Response Team, in aspects of their role which they cannot reasonably practise offshore.

C.5 HDA Further Training Learning Outcomes

The delegates learning outcomes are specified below. To successfully complete this Programme, delegates must demonstrate the following:

1. Techniques for keeping calm during an emergency response. 2. Asking for assistance if overwhelmed by the emergency situation. 3. Effective communications with HLO and other team members clear and concise

communication. 4. Updating HLO on progress against the plan. 5. Responding appropriately to HLO direction during a helideck emergency 6. Effective execution of emergency response tasks. 7. Conducting helicopter incident firefighting operations. 8. Correct use of breathing apparatus (BA) when instructed by HLO. 9. Conducting effective Helicopter/helideck SAR techniques. 10. Responding to non-firefighting operations during a helicopter incident. 11. Effective use of fixed and mobile firefighting systems. 12. Correct casualty handling techniques.

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C.6 HDA Further Training Delegate Performance Assessment

Delegates will be assessed against the learning outcomes specified in section C.5 using direct observation and oral and/or written questions as appropriate.

C.7 HDA Further Training Duration and Timing

The optimum *contact time for this OPITO programme is 12.5 hours, which is to be delivered over consecutive days. An approximate ratio of 10% theory to 90% practical is appropriate for this training programme. The contact time is based on the maximum number of delegates/candidates undertaking the programme. Individual module/unit/element timings that are specified within the standard must be adhered to. The contact time must not exceed 8 hours in any one day and 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:


**The total programme day includes: contact time, welfare breaks, meal breaks and where applicable, travel between sites.


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C.8 HDA Further Training Programme

The training programme provided below is designed to help delegates achieve the stated learning outcomes specified in Section C.5. The order in which elements of the training programme are delivered may vary. However, contents in Appendix 1 must be covered prior to course commencement. 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 / visual aids and course handout material. Training staff should give practical demonstrations for all training activities which delegates are required to practice and demonstrate. Prior to the start of the 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.

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MODULE 1 HDA Further Training ELEMENT 1.1 HDA Further theory training Training staff to explain on the following:

1.1.1 Updating delegates on changes helicopter operations, systems, relevant legislation and regulation over the last 2 years (approx.)

1.1.2 Refresher on the principles of helicopter emergency response, to include:

a) Helideck ER team priorities during and emergency b) Firefighting systems; fixed and mobile c) Search and rescue on the helideck and inside the helicopter d) Casualty management.

1.1.3 Human factors affects during emergency response. 1.1.4 Techniques for keeping calm during an emergency response situations.

ELEMENT 1.2 HDA Further practical training in emergency response Training staff to provide sufficient explanations and/or demonstrations to enable delegates to practice and demonstrate the following:

1.2.1 Techniques for keeping calm during an emergency response. 1.2.2 Asking for assistance if overwhelmed by the emergency situation. 1.2.3 Effective communications with HLO and other team members clear and

concise communication. 1.2.4 Updating HLO on progress against the plan. 1.2.5 Responding to HLO direction 1.2.6 Entry to the incident area on instructions from HLO with due regard to HDA

team member safety. 1.2.7 Effective execution of emergency response tasks. 1.2.8 Conducting helicopter incident firefighting operations. 1.2.9 Correct use of breathing apparatus (BA) when directed by HLO. 1.2.10 Effective helicopter/helideck search and rescue SAR techniques conducted. 1.2.11 Responding to non-firefighting operations during helicopter incident. 1.2.12 Effective use of fixed and mobile firefighting systems. 1.2.13 Working with back-up ER teams where required to do so. 1.2.14 Correct casualty handling techniques.

For scope of exercises: refer to Practical Exercises for the HDA Further Training on the following page.


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ELEMENT 1.3 Practical Exercises for the HDA Further Training Training staff must provide team exercises to enable delegates to practice and demonstrate simulated emergency response to helicopter emergencies. The scope of the response exercises to include the following:

1.3.1 Emergency access and egress to/from helidecks 1.3.2 Maintaining a means of escape from the incident area 1.3.3 A non-firefighting emergency response 1.3.4 Selection of appropriate fire-fighting equipment for the incident 1.3.5 Effective use of fixed fire monitors 1.3.6 Effective use of mobile and portable firefighting and rescue equipment, to

include dry chemical and CO2 fire extinguishant and control media. 1.3.7 Responding to Class A fires caused by helicopter incident 1.3.8 Responding to *Class B fires (flammable liquid spill and leaking fuel fires)

caused by helicopter incident. 1.3.9 Hose-running techniques and associated hazards. 1.3.10 Search and Rescue for missing personnel, following helicopter incident on

helideck. 1.3.11 Rescue of personnel from an overturned helicopter 1.3.12 Breathing Apparatus (BA) control 1.3.13 BA use (all delegates to practice donning and using BA).

*Class B fires: For environmental purposes, smoke suppression or clean-burn systems are acceptable for reducing smoke during Class B fire exercises.

All delegates to practice in the role of the HDA Helideck Emergency Response Team Member (HDA HERTM) during emergency response exercises. Training Centres must provide a role-playing HLO Helideck Emergency Response Team Leader during these exercises (this could be one of the instructors).


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SECTION D Resources

In order that a training programme may be delivered successfully it is essential that appropriately qualified and experienced people are there to deliver and support the programme and that the appropriate facilities and equipment are in place.

D.1 Staff

Instructional staff must:

(a) Fully understand the requirements of this industry standard. (b) Have been trained in training delivery and training assessment techniques. (c) Hold an industry-recognised assessor qualification. (d) Participate in an ongoing training and development programme which ensures

that they are aware and knowledgeable of relevant industry requirements and changes to requirements.

In addition to the requirements (a)-(d), instructional staff delivering HDA Initial Training must: (e) Possess occupational expertise in offshore helicopter operations or have

practical experience related to offshore helicopter operations. In addition to the requirements (a)-(d), instructional staff delivering Helideck Emergency Response Team Member training and/or HDA Further Training must:

(f) Have proven experience in firefighting and emergency response operations at supervisory level.

All staff will have the appropriate competencies to conduct or assist (as appropriate) with the element of training being undertaken. OPITO Centres must have an auditable training programme in place to ensure instructors keep up-to-date with relevant current offshore practices and changes. The programme must include at least two of the following: visits to offshore fixed or mobile installations, visits to heliports, visits to dry-docked rigs that have helidecks.


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D.2 Trainer/Delegate Ratio

Min/Max Delegate Numbers The following table specifies the minimum and maximum number of delegates allowed to undertake a single training programme.

Training Programme Delegates numbers

Minimum Maximum

HDA Initial Training 4 16

HDA HERTM Training 4 12

HDA Further Training 4 12

Trainer/Delegate Ratios The following ratios specify the maximum number of delegates that must be supervised by one instructor at any one time during each training event.

Theory 1:16 Demonstration 1:16 Practical Exercises 1:6

Note: For the HDA HERTM and HDA Further Training programmes, the maximum delegate numbers and theory ratio may be exceeded to accommodate company/installation emergency response teams. However practical supervision ratios must not be exceeded.


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D.3 Facilities

It is important to ensure that the full range of facilities is made available to ensure delegates get the most out of their training. The following facilities criteria must be adhered to:

Administration arrangements to support delegates from registration to certification Theory training area(s) designed to enable each delegate to view, hear and participate fully in the subject matter being taught

Practical training areas so designed to enable each delegate to individually, or as part of a team, to view, hear and practise the training requirement: For details of facility and equipment requirement follow the link on the OPITO website below: OPITO Standards Heli-training Facility and Equipment Technical Specification Document First Aid Facilities Appropriate first aid facilities and equipment as specified in the training centres risk assessments, and sufficient staff trained in the use of the facilities and equipment. All facilities must be maintained and where appropriate, inspected and tested in accordance with current standards/legislation and manufacturers recommendations. Risk assessments must be conducted and documented for all training facilities and equipment.


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D.4 Equipment

Equipment used during practical exercises must be of a type in use regionally on offshore oil and gas installation/vessel helidecks.

For details of facility and equipment requirement follow the link on the OPITO website below: OPITO Standards Heli-training Facility and Equipment Technical Specification Document


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SECTION E Administration and Certification

E.1 Joining Instructions

Where applicable, all joining instructions must contain information which indicates that certain aspects of the course are of a physical nature. Where applicable, prior to each course commencing, delegates must 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.

E.2 Periodicity

HDA Initial Training Certificate: *No expiry. *Delegates that are to be appointed as HDAs on offshore facilities must complete their Helideck Emergency Response Team Member (HERTM) Training within two years of gaining their HDA Initial Training Certificate. HDA Helideck Emergency Response Team Member (HERTM) Training Certificate expiry is two years. HDA Further Training Certificate expiry is two years. Successful completion of the HDA Further Training programme will revalidate OPITO HDA certification.


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E.3 Certification

Training Centres are responsible for issuing a certificate direct to the delegate successfully completing the respective programmes and to the sponsoring company (when required). Each certificate must indicate that the delegate has been assessed against and met the learning outcomes. The certificate must contain the following:

a) Training Establishment name b) Full OPITO course title stating that it is OPITO approved c) OPITO Registration Code d) Delegate's name e) Course dates f) Expiry date g) Unique Certificate Number (UCN) Refer to OPITO UCN Guidance doc. for details h) Training Establishment Signatory.

E.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 establishment 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 relevant data protection legislation.


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SECTION F HDA Workplace Competence

F.1 HDA Workplace Competence Main installation or vessel

Workplace training and assessment In addition to the onshore-based training, company and site-specific training and assessment will typically be conducted offshore. This Section specifies the standard for the HDA workplace competence requirement. Elements of HDA HERTM emergency response training that can be conducted offshore will be conducted on a regular basis in the form of drills and exercises. The HDA Workplace Competence Units are detailed in section F.2 below.


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F.2 HDA Workplace Competence Assessment Units

These Units specified below contain competence requirements of the HDA for the main fixed or floating installation or vessel that the HDA is based on. Unit 5 specifies the HDA emergency response competence requirement which should be covered by a combination of onshore emergency response training (which includes live firefighting exercises) and offshore NUI-specific emergency drills and exercises. The HDA Workplace Competence Units consists of the following Units and Elements:

Competence Units/Elements Titles Unit 1: Maintaining 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 Take part in emergency exercises Unit 2: Preparations for Helicopter Landing and Departure Element 2.1 Prepare for helicopter landing Element 2.2 Prepare for helicopter departure Unit 3: Cargo Handling Element 3.1 Preparation of freight Element 3.2 Loading and unloading of passengers, baggage and freight Element 3.3 Dangerous goods Unit 4: Refuelling the Helicopter Element 4.1 Prepare for refuelling Element 4.2 Refuel the helicopter Element 4.3 Shutdown the refuelling process Unit 5: Respond to Alarms and Emergencies Element 5.1 Respond to alarms Element 5.2 Prepare to enter the incident area Element 5.3 Enter the incident area and work safely Element 5.4 Search and rescue of personnel involved in a helideck incident Element 5.5 Firefighting operations during a helideck incident Element 5.6 Assist with non-firefighting operations during a helideck incident


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UNIT 1 Maintain a State of Readiness ELEMENT 1.1 Identify and locate helideck and helicopter operational hazards,

hazardous areas, access routes and points. This element is about identifying and locating helideck and helicopter operational hazards, hazardous areas, access routes and points.

Standards of Performance In compliance with relevant workplace procedures, the HDA/HDA candidate will have checked for the following hazards associated with helideck and helicopter operations and applied the hierarchy of control measures as appropriate: 1.1.1 Unignited fuel spillages, ignited fuel spillages and pyrotechnic fire hazards, 1.1.2 All electrical hazards (including static) 1.1.3 All helideck obstacle-free areas for hazards

Underpinning knowledge and Understanding Within the limits of their responsibility HDAs/HDA candidates must be able to demonstrate that they understand:

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

(b) Offshore fire/emergency response arrangements (c) Key HERTM duties and responsibilities (d) Potential fire, electrical and technical hazards (e) Emergency evacuation plans (f) Relevant guidelines covering helideck hazard checks.


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ELEMENT 1.2 Identify, locate and operate all relevant helideck equipment and controls

This element is about identifying, locating and operating all relevant equipment and controls.

Standards of Performance In compliance with relevant workplace procedures, the HDA/HDA candidate will have 1.2.1 Identified and located the equipment for shutting down the helicopter in an emergency. 1.2.2 Identified, located and operated all emergency response equipment and controls

associated with the helideck. 1.2.3 Identified, located and operated the heli-fuel system controls in accordance with

procedures where applicable.

Underpinning knowledge and Understanding Within the limits of their responsibility HDAs/HDA candidates must be able to know and understand:

(a) Location of helideck equipment and controls (b) How to operate helideck equipment and controls (c) Helideck fixed firefighting systems (d) Typical helicopter fixed fire systems (e) How to shut down the helicopter in an emergency (f) How to use portable fire and rescue equipment (g) Position and use of fuel control valves where applicable (h) Relevant guidelines associated with helideck systems and controls.


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ELEMENT 1.3 Take part in emergency exercises This element is about conducting emergency exercises which can be undertaken through workplace helideck emergency response drills

Standards of Performance HDAs/HDA candidates will have: 1.3.1 Participated in, and contributed to a structured briefing and debriefing with the HLO. 1.3.2 Participated in, and contributed to a preplanned simulated scenario-based exercises with

the helideck emergency response team to include:

a) crash on deck b) emergency/precautionary landing, c) crash on deck with major spillage and no fire d) significant fuel spillage-rotors running, e) evacuation by helicopter, f) attempted wheels up landing g) helicopter landing incident.

1.3.3 Assisted the HLO with recording the outcomes of exercises and the details of those

participants involved in the exercises in accordance with installation procedures.

Underpinning knowledge and Understanding Within the limits of their responsibility HDAs/HDA candidates must know and understand:

(a) How to respond to typical helicopter-related incidents (b) Specific ER issues associated with incidents detailed in Element 1.3.3 (c) ER Channels and lines of communication (d) Relevant emergency response guidelines and workplace procedures


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UNIT 2 Preparations for 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 HDAs/HDA candidates will have: 2.1.1 Assisted the HLO with reviewing and assessing the environmental conditions during

helideck operations and updated relevant people. 2.1.2 Checked and reported the equipment and PPE status to the HLO in accordance with

procedures and operational requirements. 2.1.3 Maintained communications with relevant personnel in accordance with procedures. 2.1.4 Prepared all helideck related equipment in accordance with helideck procedures and

safe working practices. 2.1.5 Reported any actual or potential conflicts with impending installation operations which

might affect the helicopter operations. 2.1.6 Assisted the HLO with taking prompt corrective action, as necessary, in response to

actual or potential deviations from plans and procedures during helicopter movements. 2.1.7 Ensured that they [HDAs] are positioned at their designated ER stations prior to

helicopter landing.

Element 2.1 Underpinning knowledge and Understanding Within the limits of their responsibility HDAs/HDA candidates must know and understand:

(a) Uses and limitations of helideck-related equipment

(b) Duties and tasks requirement of the HDAs/Helideck Emergency Response Team Members

(c) Methods and channels of effective communication

(d) Team requirements

(e) Effective team working

(f) Safe working practices

(g) Helideck preparations for helicopter landing:

i. checks,

ii. procedures

iii. Communications.


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ELEMENT 2.2 Prepare for helicopter departure This element is about preparing for helicopter departure.

Standards of Performance In achieving this element HDAs/HDA candidates will have:

2.2.1 Participated and contributed to HLO briefings. 2.2.2 Informed relevant personnel in preparation for helicopter departure 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 they [HDAs] are positioned at their designated ER stations prior to

helicopter departure.

Underpinning knowledge and Understanding Within the limits of their responsibility HDAs/HDA candidates must be able to demonstrate that they understand:

(a) Uses and limitations of helideck and relevant helicopter equipment (b) Duties and tasks to be allocated (c) Methods and channels of effective communications (d) Team working (e) Where and how to secure and stow equipment (f) Safe working practices


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UNIT 3 Cargo Handling ELEMENT 3.1 Preparation of freight This element is about assisting with the preparation of freight.

Standards of Performance In achieving this element HDAs/HDA candidates will have: 3.1.1 Prepared to move all freight to the helideck area in accordance with procedures and

Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations. 3.1.2 Ensured pathways to helideck are obstacle and hazard free for moving freight 3.1.3 Requested assistance from other HDAs where necessary 3.1.4 Checked that packaging is secure (not torn, broken or leaking) 3.1.5 Recognised dangerous goods freight.


(a) Dangerous goods procedures (b) Helicopter floor loading restrictions (c) Control of hazardous substances (d) Helicopter types (e) Correct manual handling techniques


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ELEMENT 3.2 Loading and unloading passengers, baggage and freight This element is about loading and unloading passengers, baggage and freight.

Standards of Performance In achieving this element HDAs/HDA candidates will have: 3.2.1 Confirmed with the HLO that the helicopter is safe to be approached - in accordance with

procedures. 3.2.2 Correctly operated locks and catches on doors fitted to passenger and baggage

compartments. 3.2.3 Offloaded and placed the baggage in accordance with safe working practices and

procedures. 3.2.4 Assisted the disembarkation and embarkation of passengers and provided a safe access

and egress from the aircraft and helideck - ensuring that they are kept clear of the helicopter danger areas. Weather conditions must be taken into account.

3.2.5 Offloaded freight in accordance with relevant procedures and regulations. 3.2.6 Loaded and offloaded freight categorised as dangerous goods - in accordance with

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

procedures and regulations.

Underpinning knowledge and understanding Within the limits of their responsibility HDAs/HDA candidates must be able to know and understand:

(a) Helicopter danger areas (b) Loading arrangements and loading order for passengers, baggage, freight (c) Correct wearing of passenger PPE (d) Correct passenger embarkation and disembarkation. (e) Correct manual handling techniques


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ELEMENT 3.3 Dangerous Goods This element is about supervising the loading and unloading of freight which falls within the dangerous goods categories.

Standards of Performance In achieving this element HDAs/HDA candidates will have: 3.3.1 Identified dangerous goods package labelling before loading or unloading helicopter 3.3.2 Loaded/offloaded dangerous goods in accordance with safe working practices and

procedures 3.3.3 Reported any issues with the security of dangerous goods cargo to the appropriate

authority.

Underpinning knowledge and understanding Within the limits of their responsibility HDAs/HDA candidates must be able to know and understand:

(a) Dangerous goods classification and labelling (b) How to load/offload dangerous goods onto the helicopter (c) Procedures for handling dangerous goods.


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UNIT 4 Refuelling the Helicopter This Unit applies only to fixed and mobile installations and vessels that have refuelling facilities. ELEMENT 4.1 Prepare for refuelling This element is about preparing to refuel a helicopter.

Standards of Performance In achieving this element HDAs/HDA candidates will have, in accordance with relevant procedures: 4.1.1 Completed servicing requirements to ensure that the refuelling systems and equipment

are serviceable. 4.1.2 Conducted all quality checks, fuel samples and other work, safely. 4.1.3 Established the helicopter refuelling requirements and location of refuelling points before

the helicopter has landed. 4.1.4 Assisted the HLO with required firefighting arrangements. 4.1.5 Conformed to inter-helideck team hand signals for operation and status of refuelling 4.1.6 Assisted with the disembarkation of passengers prior to refuelling 4.1.7 Followed clear pre-refuelling guidelines and procedures. Refer to OPITO Refuelling

Handbook and local installation procedures. 4.1.8 Recorded the data accurately at the appropriate times and frequencies and forwarded

the data to the appropriate authority.


(a) Operation of helicopter fuel caps (b) Servicing requirements of refuelling systems and equipment (c) Fuel sampling methods (d) Fuel system checks (e) Fuel quality checks (f) Fuel sampling points and methods (g) Refuelling Guidelines for the Offshore Helideck Operations


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ELEMENT 4.2 Refuel the Helicopter This element is about refuelling a helicopter and is only relevant for fixed and mobile installations that have refuelling facilities.

Standards of Performance In achieving this element HDAs/HDA candidates will have, in accordance with relevant procedures: 4.2.1 Bonded the helicopter and made it safe for re-fuelling with gravity or pressure refuelling

systems. 4.2.2 Conducted refuelling operations, checking differential pressure, delivery pressure and

fuel quality and taken corrective action in the event of spillage. 4.2.3 Followed clear refuelling guidelines and procedures. Refer to OPITO Refuelling

Handbook and local installation procedures 4.2.4 Completed pre and post fuel sample quality checks and recorded the data accurately

and at appropriate times, and forwarded data to the appropriate persons. 4.2.5 Checked for and reported fuel leaks during refuelling process.

Underpinning Knowledge and Understanding Within the limits of their responsibility HDAs/HDA candidates must be able to know and understand:

(a) Bonding procedures

(b) Refuelling equipment and procedures

(c) Checking refuelling process for any problems and taking corrective actions as required.

(d) Servicing requirements of refuelling systems and equipment

(e) Helicopter refuelling requirements

(f) Which quality checks to conduct and how to carry them out

(g) Safe working practices during the refuelling process


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ELEMENT 4.3 Shutdown the refuelling process This element is about shutting down the helicopter refuelling process and is only relevant for fixed and mobile installations that have refuelling facilities.

Standards of Performance In achieving this element HDAs/HDA candidates will have, in accordance with relevant procedures: 4.3.1 Shutdown the refuelling process in accordance with procedures 4.3.2 Followed clear post-refuelling guidelines and procedures. Refer to OPITO Refuelling

Handbook and local installation procedures 4.3.3 Checked for and reported fuel leaks following the refuelling process. 4.3.4 Removed bonding when safe to do so.

Underpinning Knowledge and Understanding Within the limits of their responsibility HDAs/HDA candidates must be able to know and understand:

(a) Refuelling rig shutdown procedures

(b) Bonding procedures


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UNIT 5 Respond to Alarms and Emergencies Although it is recognised that live firefighting training will be conducted at an onshore training centre, the elements of this unit can be achieved through offshore drills specifically designed for helicopter and helideck emergencies. ELEMENT 5.1 Respond to alarms

This element is about responding appropriately to alarms.

Standards of Performance In achieving this element HDAs/HDA candidates 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 Mustered in accordance with installation procedures.

5.1.3 Acted on instructions from HLO during muster.

5.1.4 Acted on instructions from HLO following muster.

Underpinning Knowledge and Understanding Within the limits of their responsibility HDAs/HDA candidates must be able to demonstrate that they understand: Correct HDA response to installation alarms.


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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 HDAs/HDA candidates will have: 5.2.1 Selected and worn fire-prot