Course catalogue

Who is this course for?

Personnel requiring an awareness or understanding of the role of Banksmen and Slingers.

Is previous experience required?

You do not need prior knowledge or experience to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to give an overview of the roles of the Banksman and Slinger

How will this course benefit my company?

To ensure you have an overview of the roles of the Banksman and Slinger

What standards are referred to in this course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards but is written according to industry best practice.

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.

Course Goal:

This course aims to provide learners with an overview of US best practice in relation to incident reporting and investigation.

Learning Objectives:

LO1 Define what is meant by the terms ‘incident’, ‘accident’ and ‘near miss’ 

LO2 Explain the purpose of, and reasons for, incident reporting and investigation

LO3 Outline the key roles and responsibilities involved in reporting and investigating an incident

LO4 Explain how to determine the appropriate level of investigation using an incident severity risk assessment

LO5 Identify the key steps involved in a typical incident investigation process

LO6 Describe the requirement for analysis of the causes of the incident

LO7 Describe Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

LO8 Describe how to identify suitable control measures 

LO9 Describe the requirement for an incident action plan and its implementation using SMART principles

FAST TRACK is a learning method which provides you with bespoke learning content by identifying any knowledge gaps you may have in a particular subject area.

FAST TRACK is a pre-assessment learning tool which is designed to assess your existing knowledge of a particular subject area. The pre-assessment uses a pool of questions to test your current knowledge. The results of this assessment help identify your personal knowledge gaps. FAST TRACK then automatically creates a bespoke course to address these knowledge gaps.

Course goal: This course aims to increase learners’ awareness of the environmental aspects and impacts related to the Oil and Gas Industry and the actions that can be taken to minimise environmental damage

This course covers the following learning objectives:

LO1 Identify the main environmental issues that affect the Oil and Gas Industry

LO2 Explain the importance of being an environmentally responsible company

LO3 Explain the company’s commitment to managing environmental issues

LO4 Explain the role of ISO 14001 in environmental management

LO5 Define what is meant by environmental ‘aspects’ and ‘impacts’

LO6 Identify the activities that can contribute towards atmospheric pollution 

LO7 Identify the activities that can contribute towards water pollution

LO8 Identify typical spill sources

LO9 Describe the environmental effects of chemical discharges

LO10Identify the sources and impacts of disturbance of the seabed by the Oil and Gas Industry 

LO11 Identify the sources and impacts of noise from oil and gas operations 

LO12 Identify the activities that can generate waste

LO13 Describe ways in which the impact on the environment can be minimised

LO14 Explain that everyone has a role to play in protecting the environment

Who is this course for?

Personnel who require an awareness and understanding of well integrity.

Is previous experience required?

You do not need prior knowledge or experience to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to provide learners with an introduction to well integrity and its importance for maintaining safe and secure operations

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are introduced  to well integrity and its importance for maintaining safe and secure operations

What standards are referred to in this course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards but is written according to industry best practice.

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.

Who is the course for?

This course is for any person who interacts with, or is responsible for, the specification, design, operation and maintenance of assets that employ safety instrumented systems.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will provide you with an awareness of the purpose and nature of safety systems deployed to protect people, the environment and plant in the areas that you work.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring personnel have an understanding of safety instrumented systems.

What standards are referenced in the course?

IEC 61508

IEC 61511

IEC 62061

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.

Who is the course for?

All relevant offshore personnel.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course. 

How will the course benefit me?

This course aims to give offshore personnel the knowledge required to understand the hazards and controls associated with working in an environment where they could potentially be exposed to H2S.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are aware of the hazards and controls associated with H2S exposure, which will in turn reduce incidents and accidents offshore.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• Health and Safety at Work Act 1974

• Offshore Installations (Safety Case) Regulations 2005

• Offshore Installations (Prevention of Fire and Explosion, and Emergency Response) Regulations 1995 (PFEER)

• Offshore Installations and Wells (Design and Construction) Regulations 1996

• CoSHH 2002

• EH40 Workplace Exposure Limits (WELs) 

Assessment Details

FAST TRACK is a learning method which provides you with bespoke learning content by identifying any knowledge gaps you may have in a particular subject area. 

FAST TRACK is a pre-assessment learning tool which is designed to access your existing knowledge of a particular subject area. 

•The pre-assessment uses a pool of questions to test your current knowledge

•The results of this assessment help identify your personal knowledge gaps

•FAST TRACK then automatically creates a bespoke course to address these knowledge gaps

•You will ONLY be given content on any knowledge gaps identified in the pre-assessment

•Your knowledge and understanding is then re-assessed

Who is the course for?

All personnel involved in the transportation or supporting of a load by hand or bodily force.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course. 

How will the course benefit me?

The aim of this course is to increase learners’ awareness of the importance of safe manual handling operations and the risks involved with manual handling. The course also aims to outline best practices for the correct handling techniques for safe lifting; and for the pushing and pulling of loads.

How will the course benefit my company?

This course will benefit your company by reducing manual handling accidents.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• The Manual Handling Operations Regulations

• The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations

• Health and Safety at Work Act

• Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

Is there an assessment?

Course assessment with a 100% pass mark and unlimited attempts

FAST TRACK is a pre-assessment learning tool which is designed to assess your existing knowledge of a particular subject area.

The pre-assessment uses a pool of questions to test your current knowledge.

The results of this assessment help identify your personal knowledge gaps.

FAST TRACK then automatically creates a bespoke course to address these knowledge gaps.

You will ONLY be given content on any knowledge gaps identified in the pre-assessment.

Your knowledge and understanding is then re-assessed.

Who is the course for?

Personnel requiring an awareness or understanding of typical flanges and gaskets and their functions.

Is previous experience required?

It is recommended you have operational experience prior to undertaking this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course aims to provide learners with an overview of typical flanges and gaskets found in the Oil and Gas Industry.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are introduced to the role of of typical flanges and gaskets in operations.

What standards are referenced in the course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards but is written according to industry best practice.

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.

À l'issue de ce cours, vous devriez pouvoir :

• Expliquer l'importance de l'identification des dangers

• Donner des exemples de dangers industriels courants

• Identifier les dangers inhérents au lieu de travail, et

• Comprendre l'importance des mesures de contrôle dans la limitation des risques provenant de dangers

Who is this course for?

All personnel who are at risk from slips, trips and falls.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to increase learners’ awareness of the risks, and consequences, of slips, trips and falls in the workplace and the control measures and steps that can be taken to reduce the risk of slips, trips and falls, based on industry best practice.

How will this course benefit my company?

This course will benefit companies by reducing slip, trip and fall injuries among personnel.

What standards are referred to in this course?

• Health and Safety at Work Act

• Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 

• Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 

• Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

Is there an assessment?

Yes

FAST TRACK is a pre-assessment learning tool which is designed to assess your existing knowledge of a particular subject area.

The pre-assessment uses a pool of questions to test your current knowledge.

The results of this assessment help identify your personal knowledge gaps.

FAST TRACK then automatically creates a bespoke course to address these knowledge gaps.

You will ONLY be given content on any knowledge gaps identified in the pre-assessment.

Your knowledge and understanding is then re-assessed.

If you successfully complete all of the FAST TRACK pre-assessment questions correctly, then your knowledge is deemed complete and no course content or further assessment will be required.

Who is the course for?

All personnel involved in the transportation or supporting of a load by hand or bodily force.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course. 

How will the course benefit me?

The aim of this course is to increase learners’ awareness of the importance of safe manual handling operations and the risks involved with manual handling. The course also aims to outline best practices for the correct handling techniques for safe lifting; and for the pushing and pulling of loads.

How will the course benefit my company?

This course will benefit your company by reducing manual handling accidents.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• The Manual Handling Operations Regulations

• The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations

• Health and Safety at Work Act

• Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

Assessment Details

Course assessment with an 80% pass mark and two attempts.

FAST TRACK is a learning method which provides you with bespoke learning content by identifying any knowledge gaps you may have in a particular subject area.

FAST TRACK is a pre-assessment learning tool which is designed to assess your existing knowledge of a particular subject area. The pre-assessment uses a pool of questions to test your current knowledge. The results of this assessment help identify your personal knowledge gaps. FAST TRACK then automatically creates a bespoke course to address these knowledge gaps.

This FAST TRACK course assesses the following Learning Objectives:

LO1 Define what is meant by Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
LO2 Identify the different types of PPE
LO3 Identify the legal duties and obligations surrounding PPE
LO4 Describe the Hierarchy of Control measures and the use of PPE in relation to this
LO5 Explain the requirement for assessing the suitability and compatibility of PPE
LO6 Explain the maintenance requirements for PPE
LO7 Describe the duties and responsibilities of employees in relation to PPE
LO8 Explain the importance of PPE-related training, information and instruction

Who is this course for?

Personnel requiring an awareness or understanding of downhole mechanisms.

Is previous experience required?

It is recommended you've had some exposure to drilling operations to undertake this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to introduce learners to the factors affecting hole cleaning, lost circulation and hole enlargement in relation to drilling operations.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have been introduced to the factors affecting hole cleaning, lost circulation and hole enlargement in relation to drilling operations.

What standards are referred to in this course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards but is written according to industry best practice.

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.

Who is this course for?

Personnel requiring awareness and understanding of the legislation for safe use of equipment in explosive atmospheres.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to provide information on the European Directives that set the standard for equipment that is to be used in explosive atmospheres (ATEX).

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have information on the European Directives that set the standard for equipment that is to be used in explosive atmospheres (ATEX).

What standards are referred to in this course?

Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations of 2002 (DSEAR)

Directive 99/92/EC, (also known as 'ATEX 137' or the 'ATEX Workplace Directive')

Directive 94/9/EC, (also known as 'ATEX 95' or the ‘ATEX Equipment Directive')

Equipment and Protective Systems Intended for Use in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres Regulations of 1996

Is there an assessment?

Yes

Who is this course for?

Personnel requiring an awareness or understanding of drilling technology.

Is previous experience required?

You do not need prior knowledge or experience to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to provide learners with an introduction to the Oil and Gas Industry and the different stages required for extracting and producing hydrocarbons.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have an introduction to the Oil and Gas Industry and the different stages required for extracting and producing hydrocarbons.

What standards are referred to in this course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards but is written according to industry best practice.

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.

Who is this course for?

For all personnel who are involved in working with gas turbines.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to provide an introduction to gas turbines and how they are designed and operated.

How will this course benefit my company?

The course will benefit companies by ensuring that all relevant personnel have an understanding of gas turbines and how they are designed and operated.

What standards are referred to in this course?

No standards or regulations are referenced in this course.

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.

Course goal: This course provides learners with an awareness of the COSHH regulations, and how they control work with hazardous substances.


FAST TRACK is a learning method which provides you with bespoke learning content by identifying any knowledge gaps you may have in a particular subject area.

FAST TRACK is a pre-assessment learning tool which is designed to assess your existing knowledge of a particular subject area. The pre-assessment uses a pool of questions to test your current knowledge. The results of this assessment help identify your personal knowledge gaps. FAST TRACK then automatically creates a bespoke course to address these knowledge gaps.

This FAST TRACK course assesses the following Learning Objectives:

LO1 Explain the CoSHH regulations and their applicability to the Oil and Gas Industry
LO2 Explain the legal obligations under CoSHH for both employees and employers, and explain the REACH regulations
LO3 Explain the health effects of working with hazardous substances, and the various ways that these can enter the body
LO4 Explain the use of Material Safety Data Sheets, Labels and Assessments within the CoSHH regulations
LO5 Explain the common labelling system and identify the standard symbols
LO6 Explain the appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment
LO7 Explain requirements for storage, handling and disposal of hazardous substances
LO8 Define the control measures for handling hazardous substances and explain the control hierarchy
LO9 Explain the process for dealing with hazardous substances in the event of a spill
LO10 Define the recording and reporting process within the CoSHH Regulations

Who is this course for?

Personnel who require awareness and understanding of the hazards and controls of common compressed air uses.

Is previous experience required?

You do not need prior knowledge or experience to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to encourage the safe use of compressed air and describes the ways in which compressed air can be dangerous as well as how to minimise the risks of such dangers occurring

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are introducted  to safe use of compressed air and describes the ways in which compressed air can be dangerous as well as how to minimise the risks of such dangers occurring

What standards are referred to in this course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards but is written according to industry best practice.

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.

Who is this course for?

This course is aimed at employees working in the US or subject to OSHA regulations.

Is previous experience required?

You do not need prior knowledge or experience to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to provide an overview of an employee’s right to implement their stop work authority.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are aware of an employee’s right to implement their stop work authority.

What standards are referred to in this course?

Workers’ Right to Refuse Dangerous Work

Is there an assessment?

Yes - Trainingportal assessment with an 80% pass mark and two attempts.

Who is this course for?

All relevant personnel.

Is previous experience required?

You do not need prior knowledge or experience to complete this course and it is assumed that you are competent in your designated role.

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to provide an introduction to Gas Compression.

The course has seven modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Gas Compression

Module 2: Gas Compression Systems

Module 3: Gas Compressors and their Principles

Module 4: Gas Compressors and their Components

Module 5: Gas Compression Systems: Controlling Surge

Module 6: Gas Compression Systems: Start-up and Shutdown

Module 7: Gas Compression Systems: Innovation

How will this course benefit my company?

To ensure you have had an introduction to Gas Compression.

What standards are referred to in this course?

The course is made according to industry best practice.

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.This course has seven modules:

This course provides an introduction to the understanding of gas in high risk work situations.  It describes real dangers and explains about the most common types of gas.  The course provides increased understanding and knowledge of elements of risk when working in areas exposed to gas, and knowledge of how best to protect yourself, and others, using proper equipment. Users shall become acquainted with the possibilities and limitations presented by gas measurement equipment, in relevant situations.

Course Content

- Introduction

- Relevant terms

- Air and closed spaces

- Oxygen measurement

- Explosive gases

- Toxic gases

- Conclusion

Who is this course for?

This course aims to provide learners with an awareness of US best practice in relation to the values that govern responsible corporate practice and personal behaviors in the workplace.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required. 

How will this course benefit me?

The Code of Conduct course provides an overview of the common values that govern responsible corporate practice and personal behavior in a company. The course will identify the responsibilities of employees and our common responsibilities toward each other in the workplace. 

You will learn about applicable laws on human rights, equality, discrimination and corruption. During the course, you will be asked to make your own decisions in relevant dilemmas involving sexual harassment, bullying, discrimination and corruption.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring that all personnel are familiar with applicable laws on human rights, equality, discrimination and corruption.

What standards are referred to in this course?

The Civil Rights Act 1964

The UK Equality Act 2010

The US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act 

The UK Bribery Act 2010

The International Labor Organization (ILO)

Is there an assessment?

No

Who is this course for?

All personnel.

Is previous experience required?

You do not need prior knowledge or experience to complete this course and it is assumed that you are competent in your designated role.

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to provide learners with the knowledge of how to assess when it is safe to tackle a fire, information on different types of extinguisher, and an overview of how to operate a fire extinguisher safely.

How will this course benefit my company?

To ensure you have the knowledge of how to assess when it is safe to tackle a fire, information on different types of extinguisher, and an overview of how to operate a fire extinguisher safely.

What standards are referred to in this course?

The course is made according to industry best practice.

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.

Who is this course for?

All employees at all levels of the organisation who require an awareness of steps to take in the event of armed attack.

Is previous experience required?

You do not need prior knowledge or experience to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

The main idea behind the course is that knowledge about and reflection on what to do makes us feel more confident and able to make informed choices.  In a public area or at work, are you aware of what the premises look like, and how you can evacuate if a situation should occur? In order of priority you should act in this way; Run, Hide, Fight!

The course describes these guidelines in more details and also allows the user to reflect upon various aspects of an armed attack.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are aware of the priorities should an armed attack occur.

What standards are referred to in this course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards but is written according to industry best practice.

Is there an assessment?

There is no exam upon completion of this course.

À l'issue de ce cours, vous devriez pouvoir:

•  Expliquer l'importance de la prévention des déversements

•  Identifier les sources de déversements potentielles

•  Décrire les impacts environnementaux potentiels associés aux déversements

•  Décrire les contrôles réglementaires associés à la prévention et à l'intervention en cas de déversement

•  Expliquer l'objectif des plans d'urgence en cas de pollution par hydrocarbures (PUPH)

•  Identifier les actions à prendre et les exigences en matière de signalement en cas de déversement, et

•  Décrire les actions quotidiennes que tout le personnel peut prendre pour empêcher des déversements mineurs

Who is this course for?

Trainee Oil and Gas Operations Technicians.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course, but it is assumed that you are competent in your designated role.

How will this course benefit me?

By providing you with an overview of potable water systems.

How will this course benefit my company?

This course aims to provide personnel with an overview of potable water systems.

What standards are referred to in this course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards.

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.

Who is this course for?

All relevant personnel

Is previous experience required?

You do not need prior knowledge or experience to complete this course and it is assumed that you are competent in your designated role

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to provide an overview of the hazards associated with the use of portable hand tools and the measures that should be in place to control the risk of injury

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have an overview of the hazards associated with the use of portable hand tools and the measures that should be in place to control the risk of injury

What standards are referred to in this course?

Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER)

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.

À l'issue de ce cours, vous devriez pouvoir :

• Identifier les risques inhérents à un travail en hauteur et expliquer l'importance de la planification et de la gestion des risques

• Identifier les exigences législatives et réglementaires qui aident au contrôle des travaux en hauteur

• Décrire les principales méthodes d'accès pour travailler en hauteur et les différents types d'équipement pour le travail en hauteur 

• Décrire la hiérarchie de contrôle pour la gestion et la sélection de l'équipement lié au travail en hauteur

• Expliquer comment utiliser  correctement un harnais de sécurité, et

• Décrire les règles pour travailler avec des échelles et des échafaudages ainsi que l'importance de l'inspection de l'équipement

The aim of this training programme is to impart the initial training to enable trainee competence assessors, now referred to as learners, to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills which underpin the tasks to be performed as a Competence Assessor.

The objectives of this training are that learners will be able to:

(a) Understand the principals and corresponding roles and responsibilities involved in competence assessment

(b) Plan and carry out an assessment

(c) Monitor and verify assessment records

(d) Objectively review and assess different types of evidence

(e) Understand the importance of robust record keeping

(f) Deliver assessment feedback

The OPITO Competence Assessor Award delivered through Blended Learning requires the following:

Computer/Laptop

Webcam

Printer/scanner

The Blended Learning is delivered in Stages. Access to the e-learning modules are in My Training tab in the Training portal. Stage 1 & 2 are found in the OPITO Competence Assessor Award e-learning module 1. 

Stage 1 - Online registration 1 hour to complete

Stage 2- E-learning modules Self-study 5/6 hours recommended

Stage 3- Live instructor webinar and online test 1 full day (sessions run twice weekly)

Stage 4- Upon successful completion of the training, and with evidence that the skills and knowledge have been successfully applied in the workplace, the learner would be eligible to conduct workplace assessments, providing they themselves are technically competent in the discipline being assessed. Following this training, it will be the responsibility of the employing organisation to allow each assessor to gain further experience. 

Who is this course for?

Maritime personnel who may be affected by potential baggage searches.

Is previous experience required?

You do not need prior knowledge or experience to complete this course. 

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to provide an introduction to personnel and baggage searches in the Maritime Industry.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are aware of the personnel and baggage searches which might be carried out. 

What standards are referred to in this course?

SOLAS ch. 11 - ISPS code

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

Who is this course for?

Trainee Oil and Gas Operations Technicians

Is previous experience required?

You do not need prior knowledge or experience to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to provide an overview of fuel systems

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have an overview of fuel systems

What standards are referred to in this course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards but is written according to industry best practice.

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.

"Who is this course for?

Personnel requiring awareness or understanding of gas detection and measurement methods.

Is previous experience required?

You do not need prior knowledge or experience to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to provide information about the types of gases found in the oil and gas industry and how these gases are detected and measured

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have  information about the types of gases found in the oil and gas industry and how these gases are detected and measured

What standards are referred to in this course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards but is written according to industry best practice.

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%. "

Who is the course for?  

Personnel with responsibility for the Control of Work at the worksite(s).  

Is previous experience required?    

You do not need prior knowledge or experience to complete this course.  

How will the course benefit me? 

This course helps learners plan and manage work safely by strengthening their understanding of risk controls, permits, and procedures which is essential in hazardous or tightly regulated environments.  

How will the course benefit my company? 

This course aims to ensure that all personnel have a consistent and common understanding of, and approach to Control of Work.  

What standards or regulations are referenced in the course? 

•     The Health and Safety at Work Act 

•     The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 

•     The Offshore Installations and Pipeline Works (Management and Administration) Regulations 

•     The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) 

•     HSG 250 and 253 

•     Electricity at Work Regulations 

•     Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) 

•     Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) 

•     Manual Handling Operations Regulations 

•     Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 

•     Work at Height Regulations 

•     Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 

•     Control of Noise at Work Regulations 

•     Confined Spaces Regulations  

Who is this course for?

Personnel requiring awareness or understanding of upstream oil and gas operations.

Is previous experience required?

You do not need prior knowledge or experience to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to provide learners with an overview of upstream oil and gas operations.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have an overview of the process of upstream oil and gas operations.

What standards are referred to in this course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards but is written according to industry best practice.

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.

Who is the course for?

Personnel who require knowledge or awareness of dangerous goods within HEMS operations.

Is previous experience required?

You do not need prior knowledge or experience to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course is part of the required trainings for HEMS operating crew, and covers classification of dangerous goods, how dangerous goods is divided into hazard classes, how it should be marked and labelled and what emergency procedures should contain.

This course must be repeated every 24 months.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are familiar with the classification of dangerous goods, how dangerous goods is divided into hazard classes, how it should be marked and labelled and what emergency procedures should contain.

What standards are referenced in the course?

• International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)

• International Air Transport Association (IATA)

Who is this course for?

Personnel who work with pumps in the Oil & Gas industry.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to provide an overview of the various types of pumps used in the Oil and Gas Industry.

How will this course benefit my company?

The course will benefit companies by ensuring that all personnel who work with pumps have an overview of each type and how they work.

What standards are referred to in this course?

No standards or regulations are referenced in this course.

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.

Who is the course for?

This course is for personnel who require an insight into Norwegian maritime rules and regulations.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course aims to provide learners with an introduction to the Norwegian maritime rules and regulations and to provide details of how much of an influence Norway has over the global maritime industry.

How will the course benefit my company?

This course will benefit shipping operators and companies by ensuring that their staff have an awareness of the Norwegian Maritime Authority, Norwegian maritime rules and regulations and all other relevant legislation.

What standards are referenced in the course?

International Safety Management (ISM) Code

Freedom of Information Act

Norwegian International Ship Register Act

Ship Labour Act

Ship Safety and Security Act

Norwegian Maritime Act

International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)

International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS)

International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL)

International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code

Norwegian Maritime Code

Maritime Labour Convention (MLC)

Equality and Anti-discrimination Act

Accommodation of Crews Convention

Principles of Safe Manning

International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarer (STCW)

Norwegian Regulations

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 70%.

Who is this course for?

Personnel who require an awareness of scaffolding operations.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course will provide you with a brief overview of scaffolding safety.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring personnel have an overview of the requirements for the safe use of scaffolding during operations.

What standards are referred to in this course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards.

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.

Accreditation:

This course is approved by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH).

IOSH is the world’s Chartered body for safety and health professionals. 

What that means:

We are the largest membership body for health and safety professionals.

We champion occupational safety and health causes and advocate for change.

We advise governments, NGOs and policymakers.

We facilitate safety and health awareness training in around 130 countries through IOSH Services Ltd, our wholly-owned trading arm.

We commission research and set national and international standards.

We shape the future of the profession.

FAST TRACK is a learning method which provides you with bespoke learning content by identifying any knowledge gaps you may have in a particular subject area.

FAST TRACK is a pre-assessment learning tool which is designed to assess your existing knowledge of a particular subject area. The pre-assessment uses a pool of questions to test your current knowledge. The results of this assessment help identify your personal knowledge gaps. FAST TRACK then automatically creates a bespoke course to address these knowledge gaps.

This course covers the following learning objectives:

LO1 Explain the importance of reducing and managing waste in general

LO2 Identify the different types of waste that are generated offshore

LO3 Describe the environmental impacts associated with waste streams

LO4 Identify the regulatory controls relating to waste

LO5 Describe the waste hierarchy

LO6 Explain the ways in which companies can manage and control waste to minimise environmental impact

LO7 Describe the everyday actions that all personnel can take in order to minimise waste

Ce cours est destiné à vous présenter les bonnes pratiques de l'industrie concernant le travail avec accès à des espaces confinés.

Lorsque ce cours sera terminé, vous devriez pouvoir :

• Expliquer les exigences dictées par les bonnes pratiques de l'industrie relatives au travail impliquant l'accès à des espaces confinés.

Course goal: This course aims to introduce, develop and increase learners’ knowledge and awareness of the importance of Risk Assessment and how it can reduce the likelihood of accidents in the workplace.

Learning Objectives

LO1 Explain the principles of, and steps involved in, the Risk Assessment process
LO2 Explain that employers have a responsibility for completing Risk Assessments and that employees have a duty to follow Risk Assessment outcomes
LO3 Identify a typical Risk Assessment form
LO4 Explain the requirements of the Risk Assessment team
LO5 Recognise and explain Risk Assessment terminology
LO6 Identify the different steps within the Risk Assessment process
LO7 Identify common, industry-specific hazards
LO8 Determine the appropriate level of Risk Assessment that may be required
LO9 Explain how to use a Risk Matrix to evaluate the level of risk
LO10 Explain how to identify appropriate control measures based on the Hierarchy of Control
LO11 Explain what is meant by ‘Initial Risk’ and ‘Residual Risk’
LO12 Describe what to do if any Residual Risk remains too high
LO13 Explain how to carry out a Personal Risk Assessment and recognise its importance before each task
LO14 Explain the importance of Dynamic Risk Assessment
LO15 Identify situations where ‘Stopping the Job’ may apply
LO16 Explain the importance of communicating the outcomes of a Risk Assessment
LO17 Understand the importance of communicating ‘Lessons Learned’

Who is this course for?

Personnel requiring an awareness or understanding of flare systems.

Is previous experience required?

You do not need prior knowledge or experience to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course provides an overview of flare systems.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have an overview of flare systems.

What standards are referred to in this course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards but is written according to industry best practice.

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.

À l'issue de ce cours, vous devriez pouvoir :

• Identifier les principaux problèmes environnementaux 

• Expliquer l'importance pour une entreprise d'être écoresponsable 

• Expliquer le rôle des systèmes de gestion environnementale et de la norme ISO 14001 en matière de gestion de l'environnement 

• Expliquer le rôle de l'autorité de réglementation 

• Définir les termes « aspect » et « impact » dans le contexte écologique 

• Identifier les impacts sur l'environnement des rejets de forage, des émissions atmosphériques, des eaux produites et autres rejets provenant du pétrole, des déversements, des rejets de produits chimiques, des déchets, du bruit et des perturbations des fonds marins 

• Décrire les manières de limiter l'impact sur l'environnement, et

• Expliquer que tout le monde a un rôle à jouer dans la protection de l'environnement et savoir de quelle manière remplir ce rôle

Who is this course for?

This course is suitable for all personnel to assist in first aid.

Is previous experience required?

You do not need prior knowledge or experience to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course is designed to enable personnel to treat a casualty who is injured at work, or suffers from a serious illness, while waiting for qualified medical assistance to arrive.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you enable personnel to treat a casualty who is injured at work, or suffers from a serious illness, while waiting for qualified medical assistance to arrive.

What standards are referred to in this course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards but is written according to industry best practice.

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.

Course goal:

This course aims to provide learners with an understanding of US best practice in relation to working with asbestos.

This course aims to provide learners with an understanding of the hazards associated with exposure to asbestos. It will also identify where asbestos may be found, how it can potentially affect your heath, and what you need to do to protect yourself from exposure. 

Learning Objectives: 

LO1 Explain what asbestos is

LO2 Describe the various types, properties and uses of asbestos 

LO3 Describe the hazards of asbestos

LO4 Identify the regulatory protective measures that should be implemented when working with asbestos

LO5 Give an overview of the health impacts of asbestos exposure

LO6 Identify areas where asbestos may still be found and describe how to identify its presence

LO7 Explain what should be considered when planning work and undertaking a risk assessment

LO8 Describe the typical procedures to deal with an emergency involving the uncontrolled release of dust containing asbestos fibers

Course Goal: This course aims to provide learners with an introduction to the principles of the systems associated with oil and gas processing operations. 

Course Goal: 

This course aims to provide an awareness of US best practice in relation to working with Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (NORM).

Learning Objectives:

LO1 Define what is meant by NORM and where it is found

LO2 Explain what is meant by ‘radioactive material’ and the difference between alpha particles, beta particles and gamma rays

LO3 Describe the hazards associated with NORM

LO4 Identify the pathways for exposure to NORM

LO5 Identify the radiation protection principles

LO6 Explain the importance of radiation monitoring

LO7 Identify control measures that can be used to minimize the risk posed by NORM

LO8 Describe the PPE that should be used when working with NORM

LO9 Explain how to limit decontamination and correctly dispose of NORM

Who is the course for?
This eLearning course is aimed at individuals who are required to travel overseas on business, particularly to high-risk locations where there is a threat of criminal activity, civil unrest and terrorism.

Is previous experience required?
There is no requirement for prior knowledge or experience before completing this course and it is assumed that you are competent in your designated role.

How will the course benefit me?
When you travel somewhere new, your lack of local knowledge can mean that you may be more likely to be targeted by criminals. This course will give you a basic understanding of the threats commonly faced by travellers and explain how you can reduce the likelihood of a health or security incident.

The knowledge gained in this course will help you to assess your personal risk so that you can stay safe while travelling. It will also outline the basic principles of safety and security.

How will the course benefit my company?
By ensuring you are fully aware of the risks that you may face when travelling, you can keep yourself, and your company's assets and information, safe.

What standards are referenced in the course?
This course does not contain reference to specific legislation or standards but is written to current travel security guidelines and industry best practice.

Is there an assessment?
Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 100%.

Course Goal: This course aims to provide an introduction to the decommissioning process and an overview of the regulations governing decommissioning on the United Kingdom Continental Shelf (UKCS).

Who is the course for?

All relevant personnel

Is there an assessment? 

Once you have completed the course, you will be asked a series of questions to check your knowledge and understanding. These are based on the learning objectives for the course and have a pass mark of 80%.

Learning Objectives:

LO1 Give an overview of the history of oil and gas production on the United Kingdom Continental Shelf (UKCS)

LO2 Explain why decommissioning activity is increasing on the UKCS

LO3 Describe what is meant by ‘decommissioning’

LO4 Explain the scope of decommissioning on the UKCS

LO5 Provide an overview of relevant decommissioning legislation and regulations

LO6 Explain the impact of the Brent Spar incident on decommissioning regulation

LO7 Provide an overview of the OSPAR Decision 98/3

LO8 Identify the different phases of the decommissioning lifecycle

LO9 Provide a basic overview of well plugging and abandonment 

LO10 Provide an overview of the different methods of decommissioning

LO11 Provide examples of decommissioning projects on the UKCS

LO12 Give examples of the types of hazards which may be encountered during decommissioning

Who is the course for?

All personnel who could potentially be exposed to noise in the workplac

Is previous experience required?

No previous knowledge or experience is required to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course aims to provide personnel with the knowledge required to understand the hazards and controls associated with noise in the workplace.

How will the course benefit my company?

By ensuring personnel are aware of the hazards posed by noise in the workplace and the controls that should be put in place to minimise their exposure and reduce the risk of hearing loss.

What standards are referenced in the course?

Control of Noise at Work Regulations

Is there an assessment?

This has a course assessment with a 80% pass mark and 2 attempts.

Accreditation:

- CPD, IOSH

- This course is approved by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH).

- IOSH is the world’s Chartered body for safety and health professionals. 

What that means:

• We are the largest membership body for health and safety professionals.

• We champion occupational safety and health causes and advocate for change.

• We advise governments, NGOs and policymakers.

• We facilitate safety and health awareness training in around 130 countries through IOSH Services Ltd, our wholly-owned trading arm.

• We commission research and set national and international standards.

• We shape the future of the profession.