OPITO Compressed Air Emergency Breathing System (CA-EBS) Initial Deployment Training
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- Offshore Survival
Summary
The OPITO approved Compressed Air – Emergency Breathing System (CA-EBS) Initial Deployment training programme is designed for personnel travelling to or from offshore installations/vessels via helicopter where a Compressed Air Breathing System will be provided for use in the case of an emergency ditching.
The CA-EBS Initial Deployment training programme provides the delegate with the knowledge and understanding of the particular hazards and properties of a CA-EBS and appropriate emergency response actions to take should the requirement for emergency use arise. All practical training will be completed in a dry environment.
Objectives
By the completion of this training delegates will be able to explain:
- The fundamental differences between re-breather and compressed air systems (technology and use)
- The rationale and use of compressed air emergency breathing systems in helicopter emergency situations
- The hazards associated with compressed air emergency breathing systems
By the completion of this training delegates will be able to demonstrate:
- A pre-flight inspection of the life jacket and CA-EBS
- Correctly don the life jacket with CA-EBS correctly, including “buddy checks”
- The correct emergency deployment of the CA-EBS in a dry environment
Target Audience
Personnel who are issued with a CA-EBS whilst travelling to work by helicopter and may be required to use a CA-EBS in the event of an emergency.
Prerequisites
Delegates must possess a valid BOSIET / FOET certificate or a valid HUET certificate prior to attending the OPITO CA-EBS Initial Deployment Training Programme. Due to certain aspects of the course being physically demanding and potentially stressful, delegates will be required to confirm their medical fitness & physical ability to participate on this course by completing our centre medical self-screening form prior to course commencement
Award
An OPITO approved certificate will be issued upon successful course completion.
Revalidation
There is no expiry date for the OPITO approved CA-EBS Initial Deployment Certificate.
(note. It is the delegate’s employing company’s responsibility to determine the validity of this certificate and how to revalidate the delegate’s training)
Delegates should bring
- Government issued photographic ID e.g. Driver's Licence or Passport
