Helideck Emergency Response Team Member (HERTM)

OPITO-EQUIVALENT ONLINE TRAINING
To better accommodate the logistical constraints of those in the offshore industry and reduce associated costs, Precision Helidecks now offer a self-paced online training course. This course provides an affordable and practical way to obtain the necessary certification required to be certified as either a Helideck Assistant (HDA) or a Helideck Landing Officer (HLO) under OPITO and IOGP-690 requirements.

HERTM COURSE PROFILE
The cost of this course is $650, and the student can complete the course at their own pace.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
Our HERTM training equips candidates with essential knowledge, understanding and skills to safely and effectively perform the roles of offshore Helicopter Landing Officer (HLO) and Helideck Assistant (HDA). This course is developed in strict alignment with OPITO standards and format, as outlined in IOGP Report 690.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
This course is ideal for anyone appointed or interested in being appointed as either HLO or HDA. It is a mandatory precursor before being directed into one of these disciplines.

COURSE BENEFITS:
The HERTM course enhances safety skills, emergency response capabilities, and teamwork for helideck emergencies. It ensures compliance with safety regulations, provides practical training in firefighting and rescue, and helps prevent accidents by increasing hazard awareness.

COURSE CONTENT:
This self-paced course is OPITO equivalent and complies with IOGP-690 standards and provides a thorough understanding of the practical aspects of offshore helideck operations. Emphasis is placed on helideck hazards, management systems, and the responsibilities of helideck assistants during helicopter landing and departure on both attended and unattended installations.

KEY TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
• Helideck safety regulations and emergency procedures
• Firefighting techniques and rescue operations
• Helicopter crash response and evacuation procedures
• Team communication and coordination during emergencies
• Incident reporting, documentation, and safety awareness