Course overview

To develop knowledge and skills in helicopter underwater escape techniques including impact preparations, egress  with and without push out windows or doors, to then be rescued by fitting a strop during a winch. 

Course structure

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

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course students will be able to:

• Identify and describe helicopter safety and escape equipment, techniques, and procedures
• Demonstrate escape and emergency techniques for a helicopter in the sea, for an offshore installation environment.

Medical requirements

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 accompanied by a current company medical certificate. 

Assessment process

Practical assessments which takes place when student is ready/has shown that they can perform all tasks required.  

Assessment involves two submerged, capsized escapes with and without windows or doors followed by winching via a strop. If a student is deemed not competent, the process for reassessment will be advised by the instructor.

Certification

A Standard HUET certificate will be awarded to students who successfully complete the theory and practical components of the course.  

Revalidation/Refresher

To maintain current competency, it is recommended that refresher training occurs regularly.  Depending on the industry you work in this may vary.  Current Wood Training recommendation is every two years.

Items to bring

• Photo ID.
• Comfortable clothing for theory sessions.
• Swimming attire and towel.
• Thermal top to wear under dry suit (optional).
• Covered-in footwear.
• Water bottle.

Health  

A current company 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. 

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