Offshore Installation Manager – Controlling Emergencies (OIM-CE)

ScopeThis assessment program is designed for Offshore Installation Managers (OIM), Superintendents or Person In Charge (PIC) who are designated as Incident Managers in Controlling Emergencies on Offshore Installations. General Course Objectives:To introduce the underpinning knowledge required by members performing the roles within the EMT and CMT groups. The program is bespoke where possible to synchronize what industry best standards are and how the company works within the guidelines of the industry and legislative requirements. Course Outline: Each of the exercises will have a level of difficulty, assessors will observe the exercises and gather raw evidence on the candidates performance, this evidence will then be converted into specific comments, recommendation and ratings against each performance criteria, and the exercise as a whole. Prerequisites:Attendees should hold the position of Offshore Installation Manager, Deputy Offshore Installation Manager, Relief Offshore Installation Manager or designated to hold these positions dependant on assessment outcome and prior learning achievements, it is preferred that all attendees have attended an introduction to Major Emergency Management course previously. Sufficient additional personnel need to attend to facilitate other key members of the control room make up.

Major Emergency Management Initial Response (OPITO)

The MEM training is directed towards individuals who (1) are designated as being in charge or, (2) are members of or (3) provide support to an EMT in an emergency. This training program will introduce management principles as the first stage of development for emergency managers. General Course Objectives:Individuals should have gained an understanding and have used the following in the training scenarios: Course Modules and Competency:The following modules and elements will be delivered: Course Outline: Which should include all of the following events across the range of Type A/B/C scenarios: The Course Format:Following a short period of classroom study, the delegates enter a command center simulator in which they will each experience, at least once in the role of emergency manager (EM), the Realism of several major events. Table top discussions of some of the generic emergency scenarios will prepare the delegates for the exercises; in other cases they are given an emergency scenari without any prior knowledge. A post-exercise debrief will be held where an appraiser will comment on the strengths and weaknesses of the individual and the team performance. Following the training and validation the delegates will received an Major Emergency Management Initial Response training certificate and a written analysis of any gaps that exist in the delegates current managerial knowledge and capabilities for commanding the response to a major emergency. Prerequisites:There are no specific pre-requisites for the MEM training programme. However, the delegate must be able to demonstrate suitable exposure within his/her sphere of influence. There is no expiry date for Major Emergency Management Training Certificate.

Essentials of Plug & Abandonment

This 2-day Essentials of Plug & Abandonment course aims to provide participants with an enhanced understanding of the principles, methodologies, practicalities and risks associated with well abandonment. The course offers a review of the underlying principles of well abandonment before considering the concepts involved in a temporary abandonment (suspension) and subsequent abandonment requirements needed for an increasing inventory of ageing wells. Designed For This course has been designed for technical personnel outside of the plug & abandonment industry, such as those from drilling, production, workover, facilities management, and QHSE departments. Course Delivery Conducted over 2 days, the course is delivered through presentation of a series of interactive lectures supported by videos and animations, case studies, group exercises and discussions. Learning Objectives At the end of this course, participants will be able to Indicative Course Content The course covers the following modules: Prerequisites There are no formal pre-requisites for this type of training. For in-house training, candidate suitability and assumed base knowledge will be discussed and agreed with the client in the early stages of course development.

IADC WellSharp Driller Level Well Control

The IADC WellSharp Driller Level Well Control course is essential training for those currently working in a role that is expected to shut-in a well. The course aims to reinforce and improve the candidate’s existing knowledge and appreciation of the various stages of shutting-in a well; from kick detection to shutting in the well, to monitoring once the well is shut in and monitoring the well-kill operation. Designed For The IADC WellSharp “Well Control for Drilling Operations – for Drillers” course has been designed for anyone expected to shut-in a well, such as drillers and assistant drillers. Course Delivery The course is delivered over 5 days through presentation of a series of interactive lectures supported by videos and animations, supplemented by a classroom workbook and further self-study exercises and practical work on a drilling simulator. Under the WellSharp programme and unlike IWCF training, IADC Driller Level candidates are taught completely separately from IADC Supervisor Level candidates and will not be in a mixed class. The course ends with an online assessment on the final day which will be administered by IADC and invigilated by an independent proctor. Learning Objectives At the end of this course, participants will be able to: Indicative Course Content The course covers the following modules: Prerequisites Prior IWCF or IADC certification at Introductory or Driller Level is recommended but not mandatory. The training is role-specific so previous experience in an assistant driller or driller role during drilling operations is assumed. Please contact us to discuss candidate suitability if you have any doubts or queries. Certificate Candidates may select either “Combined” (Surface & Subsea) or “Surface Only” BOP Stack certification. Successful completion of the course and a pass mark of 70% or above in the practical simulator assessment and the online written assessment will result in IADC WellSharp Diller Level certification which is valid for two years.

Basic Sea Survival

The aim of this course is to provide offshore personnel with the knowledge and skills necessary to care for themselves and others in sea survival situations for an indefinite period of time and to participate to the maximum extent in their own rescue. This program meets and exceeds the standards put forth by the International Association of Sea Survival Training (IASST). The course includes the psychology of survival, life saving appliances, actions prior to abandonment, survival at sea and rescue techniques. The program consists of classroom sessions, pool exercises, active participation in practice drills and a survival exercise. General Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, delegates should have an understanding of appropriate sea survival equipment and techniques. Course Content