Course overview

This course is designed to meet the requirements of BOSIET training for O&G industry personnel.

Course structure

The course is a combination of theoretical and practical sessions. Students are assessed continuously during the course.

Medical requirements

 All students participating in this course which has physically demanding and potentially stressful elements must be physically and mentally capable of participating fully.

Prior to undertaking the course we must be provided with a copy of one of the following:

a)  a Wood Training  OPITO Medical Declaration and Screening form – with a sign off from a General Practitioner, OR

b)  a Wood Training  OPITO Medical Declaration and Screening  form – with a current OEUK (formerly OGUK) medical (for going offshore), OR

c)  a Wood Training OPITO Medical Declaration and Screening form - with a current and approved equivalent of an offshore medical (organisation specific). 

We must receive these documents no later than 48 hours before course commencement. If not received within this timeframe you may be declined entry to the course. This decision will be taken on a case by case basis.    

Note: On the date you undertake shallow-water CA-EBS training, and prior to entering the water in which this takes place, each student must read and sign a statement, that to the best of their knowledge and belief, they have no (current/past) medical condition which makes them unfit to participate in the training.

Assessment process

A multichoice assessment is undertaken at the end of each session followed by practical assessments (except for Safety Induction) which takes place when the student is ready/has shown they can perform all tasks required. If a student is deemed not competent, the process for reassessment will be advised by the instructor.

Certification

An OPITO approved BOSIET with CA-EBS certificate will be awarded to students who successfully complete theory and practical course components. Results submitted to OPITO.

Revalidation/Refresher

Valid for four years. Must be renewed prior to expiry date by attending a FOET course otherwise a full BOSIET is required.

Items to bring

• Photo ID (government issued).
• Appropriate steetwear can be worn. 
• Safety boots are required to enter Port Taranaki for TEMPSC activity.
• Swimming attire and towel.
• Thermal top to wear under dry suit (optional).
• Personal toiletries (for shower).
• Water bottle.

Health  

A current Medical Certificate accompanied by a Wood Training Medical Self Declaration and Screening form OR GP-signed Wood Training Medical Self Declaration and Screening form is MANDATORY prior to course commencement.  All students participating in this course which has physically demanding and potentially stressful elements must be physically and mentally capable of participating fully.

Post Training Warning

There is an increased risk of decompression sickness if you fly at altitude after breathing compressed air underwater. The Divers Alert Network (DAN) published Revised Flying After Diving Guidelines for Recreational Diving – May 2002, recommends a minimum pre-flight surface interval of 12 hours. Students should take this into consideration when arranging for travel after course completion and refer to their company HSE department for advice.

Eligibility

Students eligible to study with Wood Training are:

• Permanent Residents,
• Australian Citizens, or
• Holders of work-visas who are required to undertake training by their employer.

Proof of eligibility is required. Please do not book people into this course if they do not meet these criteria. If uncertain, please call Wood Training on 06 751 1101 to discuss.less