Offshore Drilling Industry Greenhand0 PDF

OPITO APPROVED STANDARD
Offshore Drilling Industry
Green Hand Training Standard
OPITO Standard Code: 9016

OPITO Approved Standard
Offshore Drilling Industry Green Hand Training Standard
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regulations. In the absence of relevant national legislation and regulations, OPITO approved
centres should use legislative and regulatory criteria specified within this Standard.
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2 Simplified assessor qualifications 18 T. Wilson J. Cameron J. Cameron
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amendment numbering scheme title page
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4 Replaced UKOOA with Oil & Gas 17 L. Geddes M. Carr J. Cameron
UK 08-June 2010
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5 Standard Code in Title Page and
amended wording regarding
certification under section C.1.
Certification, inserted Appendix 1
- to align with other OPITO Title Page, M. Foo M. Carr P. Lammiman
standards page 21
Revision 0 Amendment 5
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Revision 1 – 13 March 2014 All OPITO GSAA &

2013 three-yearly Industry Review
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Any amendments made to this standard by OPITO will be recorded above.

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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION AND COURSE DESCRIPTION ...................................................................... 5
SECTION A INITIAL TRAINING PROGRAMME .................................................................... 6
A.1 TARGET GROUP ............................................................................................................. 6
A.2 DELEGATE PRE-REQUISITES ............................................................................................ 7
A.3 PHYSICAL AND STRESSFUL DEMANDS OF THE COURSE ..................................................... 8
A.4 AIMS AND OBJECTIVES .................................................................................................... 9
A.5 LEARNING OUTCOMES .................................................................................................... 9
A.6 DELEGATE PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT ....................................................................... 10
A.7 DELEGATE DURATION AND TIMING ................................................................................. 10
A.8 THE TRAINING PROGRAMME .......................................................................................... 11
SECTION B REFRESHER TRAINING PROGRAMME – NOT APPLICABLE ..................... 22
SECTION C RESOURCES .................................................................................................. 23
C.1 STAFF .......................................................................................................................... 23
C.2 TRAINER/DELEGATE RATIO (MODULES 1 – 4) ................................................................. 23
C.3 FACILITIES.................................................................................................................... 24
C.4 EQUIPMENT .................................................................................................................. 25
SECTION D ADMINISTRATION AND CERTIFICATION ..................................................... 26
D.1 JOINING INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................................. 26
D.2 PERIODICITY ................................................................................................................ 26
D.3 CERTIFICATION ............................................................................................................. 26
D.4 COURSE ADMINISTRATION ............................................................................................ 28
GLOSSARY OF TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS .................................................................... 29
APPENDIX 1 OPITO INFORMATION ....................................................................................... 30

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INTRODUCTION and COURSE DESCRIPTION
New starts or “green hands” to the offshore drilling industry not only face the challenges of
getting to know a new job, but they are entering a unique lifestyle with rotations away from
family and friends.
Hazards are expected in the oil and gas drilling industry and must be controlled. Improvements
in drilling technology and oil rig operations have led to a reduction in injuries, but safety is
always the top priority. Green hands will find that a significant portion of time offshore is
spent planning the work and assessing ways to perform tasks safely.
The Offshore Drilling Industry Green Hand Training Standard prepares new starts for work in the
offshore oil and gas industry. Types of drilling equipment, features of the lifestyle and
promotional pathways are a few of the introductory topics that will be covered in the training.
Specific hazards in manual handling, chemical handling and working at height will be discussed
along with risk assessment and controls for reducing hazardous operations. In addition,
helicopter and helideck safety will be presented - an important understanding for new entrants
as the majority of travel to and from offshore will be by air.
Making a success of an offshore career is up to the individual. A positive attitude, good work
ethic, ability to get along with others and cooperating within teams will see green hands through
the early days of working in this challenging industry. The Offshore Drilling Industry Green Hand
Training Standard will provide them with the essential underpinning knowledge and skills so
their time on-board is safe and enjoyable.

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SECTION A INITIAL TRAINING PROGRAMME
A.1 Target Group
The Offshore Drilling Industry Green Hand training is designed to introduce the offshore drilling
industry to new entrants. The training and assessment programme will provide an overview of
the operations, lifestyle, hazards and safety practices which might be encountered by new
personnel offshore. A module on manual handling, COSHH and working at height will also give
a detailed introduction to these topics for newcomers.
The following modules are included:
Module 1 Introduction to drilling operations

Module 2 Working safely
Module 3 Manual handling, COSHH & Working at height
Module 4 Helicopter & helideck safety
Module 5 Banksman and Slinger Training Stage 1 (separate OPITO
standard and certificate)*
Module 5 – The Banksman and Slinger Training course content is detailed in a separate OPITO
approved standard. This course can be completed:
A. At the same time as the Green Hand training or
B. Separately, within six months, at an OPITO approved training establishment
An Offshore Drilling Industry Green Hand with Banksman & Slinger certificate (with the
individual units listed) will be issued once all five modules have been achieved.

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A.2 Delegate Pre-requisites
If taking Modules 1-4 and Module 5 SEPARATELY (i.e. no more than six months has elapsed or
if the course is to be taken at separate training providers) delegates must have an OPITO
Banksman & Slinger Stage 1 Certificate before participating in the Green Hand modules. (See
certification diagram on page 27).
Important note for training establishments:

If the five modules are taken sequentially within a short period (5 to 10 days) at ONE training
provider, then some rearrangement of the modules, topics and the indoor/outdoor activities is
allowed to avoid repetition and to make the best use of weather conditions. In this case only,
the Banksman & Slinger Training Stage 1 is not a prerequisite for the Green Hand modules.
(See certification diagram on page 27)

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A.3 Physical and Stressful Demands of the Course
Training activities contained within this Standard may include physically demanding and
potentially stressful elements. All personnel who participate in such activities must be physically
and mentally capable of participating fully.
Therefore OPITO-approved training centres are required, as a minimum, to ensure that prior to
participating in practical exercises, the delegate must either:
a) Possess a valid, current offshore medical certificate or

b) Possess an operator approved medical certificate, or
c) Undergo medical screening by completing an appropriate medical screening form
provided by the OPITO-approved centre (a list of medical conditions which could be
included in a medical screening form is available on the OPITO website).
The OPITO-approved Centre shall keep a record of the delegate’s/candidate’s declaration of

fitness in accordance with their document control policy(s) or procedures.
This information, along with summary details of the type of physical activities the
delegate/candidate will be asked to perform, will be given to delegates/candidates by the
OPITO-approved Centre and, if applicable, to their sponsoring company as part of the joining
instructions. The responsibility for declaring any current or pre-existing medical conditions that
could have adverse effects to the individual’s state of health while undertaking the training
and/or assessment activities lies with the delegate/candidate and/or company sponsoring the
delegate.
Where doubt exists regarding the fitness of any delegate/candidate, the OPITO-approved
Centre should direct the individual to consult a medical officer familiar with the nature and extent
of the training.
Note: Practical exercises should be designed and delivered solely to meet this standard,
and must not place on the delegates any physical or mental demands other than those
required to meet the Standard.

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A.4 Aims and Objectives
The aim of the Offshore Drilling Industry Greenhand Training course is to give new entrants to
the Oil and Gas Industry an awareness of the lifestyle, the variety of tasks and the safety risks to
be found on offshore installations.
A.5 Learning Outcomes
The Delegate’s learning outcomes are specified below:
To successfully complete this training, delegates must be able to:-
1) Understand the basics of offshore operations

2) Understand the hierarchy of drilling personnel and paths for personal career progression
3) Identify the characteristics of the offshore lifestyle and its impact on home life
4) Understand how personal & installation waste affects the marine environment
5) Identify hazards associated with drilling operations and living offshore
6) Describe an installation’s safety procedures
7) Understand the importance of planning the job for effective and proactive management
of safety
8) Identify the steps of risk assessment and demonstrate how to develop a sample risk
assessment
9) Identify manual handling hazards
10) Understand mechanical devices & the use of teamwork to help with manual handling
tasks
11) Identify sources of chemical hazards and COSHH regulations
12) Understand practical controls for chemical hazards including substitution, elimination and
appropriate PPE
13) Identify working at Height (WAH) activities and hazards
14) Identify controls for WAH and the safe use of ladders, scaffolding & MEWPs
15) Understand the safety issues associated with travelling by helicopter
16) Identify potential helideck duties
17) Identify helideck & helicopter emergency systems & controls

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A.6 Delegate Performance Assessment
Delegates attending this training and assessment programme will be given a series of
explanations and demonstrations which will identify what they are expected to know and do.
Delegates will be assessed against the learning outcomes contained in Section A.5 by open-
book, written short tests at the end of each module. A pass mark of 80% is required.
If required, further time and opportunity for coaching will be given to delegates to enable them to
attain the standard leading to the award of a certificate. However, the time available for this
during a programme is limited and it should be recognised there may be occasions where other
arrangements need to be made.
A.7 Delegate Duration and Timing
The optimum *contact time for this OPITO programme (modules 1-4) is 15 hours, which is to be
delivered over consecutive days. Module 5 Banksman and Slinger Training Stage 1 will take
place over three days (see separate OPITO standard for details).
The contact time is based on the maximum number of delegates/candidates undertaking the
programme.
Where stated, individual module/unit/element timings that are specified within the standard must
be adhered to.
The contact time must not exceed 8 hours in any one day and the **total programme day must
not exceed 10 hours.
Practical and theory sessions must contain adequate breaks for delegate welfare.
*Contact time includes the following:

i. delegate/candidate enrolment and certification process
ii. delivery of the theoretical and practical training/assessment programme.
**The total programme day includes: contact time, welfare breaks, meal breaks and where
applicable, travel between sites.

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A.8 The Training Programme
The training programme provided below is designed to help delegates achieve the stated
learning outcomes specified in section A.5. The order in which elements of the training
programme are delivered may vary. However, contents in Appendix 1 must be covered prior to
course commencement.
To make efficient use of time and ensure effective learning there should, wherever practicable,
be an integration of the three phases of explanation, demonstration and practice. Full use
should be made of audio/visual aids and course handout material. Training staff must give
practical demonstrations for all training activities which delegates are required to practise and
demonstrate.
Each module must be introduced prior to commencing the session and should include:
(a) Aim – The main purpose of the module

(b) Learning Outcomes – What the delegates are expected to learn
(c) Timetable – Training module duration and timing
(d) Assessment – how delegates will be assessed and what they will be assessed
against
(e) Staff - who will be delivering the training and roles of training support staff.
The training course consists of the following modules and elements:
Module 1 Introduction to Drilling Operations
Element 1.1 Offshore operations

Element 1.2 Hierarchy/career progression
Element 1.3 The offshore lifestyle
Element 1.4 Environmental considerations
Module 2 Working Safely
Element 2.1 Hazard awareness

Element 2.2 Safety first
Element 2.3 Planning the job
Element 1.1 Risk assessment
Module 3 Manual handling, COSHH & working at height

Element 3.1 Manual handling hazards
Element 3.2 Mechanical devices & control of manual handling
Element 3.3 Sources of chemical hazards
Element 3.4 Practical controls for chemical hazards
Element 3.5 Working at height activities & hazards
Element 3.6 Planning to work safely at height

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Module 4 Helicopter & helideck safety

Element 4.1 Travelling by helicopter
Element 4.2 Potential helideck duties
Element 4.3 Emergency systems & controls

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MODULE 1 INTRODUCTION TO DRILLING OPERATIONS
ELEMENT 1.1 Offshore operations
Training staff to explain:
1.1.1 The formation, finding and exploitation of oil and gas

1.1.2 Exploration rig types including jack-up rigs, semi-submersibles and drillships
1.1.3 Development & production platforms, FPSOs and pipelines
1.1.4 The drilling, sub-sea, production and services functions offshore
ELEMENT 1.2 Hierarchy/career progression
1.2.1 The ranking order of personnel and the importance of proper supervision
especially during emergencies
1.2.2 The function and career paths of most offshore positions
1.2.3 The role of the medic and other emergency personnel
1.2.4 The probability of dual roles e.g. roustabout & heli-deck team member
1.2.5 High visibility hard hats to green hard hats
1.2.6 The buddy system for on-site training; being matched with a coach or mentor
who will share expertise and guide behaviors
1.2.7 Development & training courses for career progression
ELEMENT 1.3 The offshore lifestyle
1.3.1 The rotational nature of the work

1.3.2 Carrying essential papers at all times, including passports, in case rig moved
to a different country during time onboard
1.3.3 Baggage allowance (generally 12.5 kg/bag with a maximum of two bags)
1.3.4 The rig orientation card with bunk, cabin, muster points and lifeboat details
1.3.5 Manifesting all tools with the employer
1.3.6 Provision of accommodation, meals, transportation and entertainment
1.3.7 Adapting to different cultures and living standards
1.3.8 Fitness requirements and medical examinations
1.3.9 The procedure for taking prescription medicines offshore; some chemist items
may be available from the medic
1.3.10 Alcohol and substance abuse policies; smoking in designated areas only
1.3.11 The fact that lighters and matches are confiscated at the heliport
1.3.12 The bond shop – the variety of goods available, although some don’t sell
cigarettes
1.3.13 The effects the work might have on relationships and home responsibilities

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1.3.14 The fact that restrictions may apply to some home phone calls & mobiles may
be confiscated
ELEMENT 1.4 Environmental considerations
1.4.1 The potential for environmental problems offshore such as:
(a) The flare stack and waste gas

(b) Produced water and how it is discharged
(c) Cuttings and drilling mud disposal
1.4.2 The regulations and environmental concern groups pertaining to offshore

areas
1.4.3 How personal litter affects the marine environment

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MODULE 2 WORKING SAFELY
ELEMENT 2.1 Hazard awareness
2.1.1 Possible accidents while working in the hostile offshore environment e.g. fire,
explosion, release of gas, structural failure, H2S creation
2.1.2 Hazards associated with drilling operations and living offshore such as:
(a) Suspended loads on cranes; including personnel transfer

(b) Moving about the rig, on stairs and slippery surfaces, including the use of barriers
(c) The use of helicopters and supply vessels for transportation
(d) Noise & vibration hazards (HAVS & exposure limits) within the drilling areas
(e) Working on high pressure systems e.g. drill manifold
(f) Slips, trips & falls – requirements to maintain good housekeeping
ELEMENT 2.2 Safety first
2.2.1 The Safety Case of an installation including the Safety Management System
2.2.2 Complying with terms of the Health & Safety at Work Act
2.2.3 Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) - industry-wide goal of zero incidents
2.2.4 The employee’s right & duty to intervene (calling “time out” to address a safety
concern there & then)
2.2.5 The role of the Safety Representative and Safety Committees
2.2.6 Safety activities & documentation such as safety meetings; drills & exercises;
work instructions and installation incident records
2.2.7 Shift handover procedures
2.2.8 Reporting incidents & faulty equipment to appropriate personnel
2.2.9 The purpose of accident/incident reporting
2.2.10 Reasons for accident/incident investigations
2.2.11 The Permit to Work system for non-routine tasks including hot work permit and
cold work permit
ELEMENT 2.3 Planning the job
2.3.1. Planning the job by considering people, facilities and systems such as:
(a) Risk assessments (Element 2.4)

(b) Task clarification
(c) Equipment requirements
(d) Work schedules & rest periods
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(e) Safety alerts

(f) Non-conformance reports
(g) Cleaning tools & equipment after use
(h) Simultaneous operations
2.3.2 Selecting the appropriate personal protection clothing and equipment (PPE)
suitable to the type of work being undertaken as outlined in the risk
assessment.
ELEMENT 2.4 Risk assessment
2.4.1 The purpose of risk assessments

2.4.2 The five steps of risk assessment*:
Step 1: Look for hazards
Step 2: Decide who might be harmed and how
Step 3: Evaluate the risks and decide whether precautions are adequate
Step 4: Record the findings & implement them
Step 5: Review the assessment and revise if necessary
2.4.3 Legislation & industry guidance on risk assessment

2.4.4 Risk i.e. the chance, high, medium or low*, that people can be harmed by
hazards
2.4.5 Identification of controls such as preventing access, reducing exposure and
issuing PPE
2.4.6 Communication - Tool Box Talks
2.4.7 Reviewing risk assessments on an ongoing basis, especially if new work
practices are introduced
Following explanations and demonstrations by staff; delegates to practice and demonstrate:
2.4.8 Completing a risk assessment using practical examples, scenarios &

illustrations,
(*There are numerous methods of risk assessment. For instance, the Step
Change for Safety programme has seven steps. Some companies also use a
numerical value scheme for assessing the value for risk. For the purposes of
this standard, there is no prescribed method for risk assessment instruction as
long as the concepts of “likelihood X severity” and the use of controls to
reduce risk are communicated.)

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MODULE 3 MANUAL HANDLING, COSHH & WORKING AT HEIGHT
ELEMENT 3.1 Manual handling hazards
3.1.1 Legislation & industry guidance on manual handling

3.1.2 The function of the human spine and types of injury
3.1.3 Manual handling hazards in the drilling industry including:
(a) Opening containers

(b) Moving sacks of drilling mud & chemicals in the sack store
(c) Height & accessibility of the hopper
(d) Moving barrels
(e) Rig floor operations
(f) Access & egress to work areas
(g) Repetitive activities such as pulling slips
ELEMENT 3.2 Mechanical devices & control of manual handling
3.2.1 Warming-up muscles before lifting

3.2.2 Efficient manual handling techniques for economy of effort and maximum
safety
3.2.3 Safer lifting techniques & team handling
3.2.4 Communication with team members during lifting or moving processes
3.2.5 The use of mechanical devices including forklifts, barrows and trolleys etc.
3.2.6 Establishing safe routes for transferring goods
3.2.7 Storage for ease of movement i.e. on low shelves or at the front of cupboards
3.2.8 Working posture
3.2.9 The use of iron roughnecks for handling/joining pipe
3.2.10 The use of red zone policy when working with iron roughnecks
Note: If time permits a practical demonstration of manual handling techniques would be

useful to reinforce the concepts for the delegates.
ELEMENT 3.3 Sources of chemical hazards
3.3.1 COSHH regulations & industry guidance

3.3.2 The sources of chemical hazards offshore such as:
(a) painting, cleaning/domestic activities

(b) drilling operations, chemical based mud and other drilling fluids
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(c) well completion; maintenance (lubes, oils)

(d) water, gas, carbon dioxide, acid washes for enhanced recovery
3.3.3 How personnel might come into contact with hazardous substances:
(a) inhalation
(b) ingestion
(c) absorption
(d) injection
3.3.4 Government regulations pertaining to product labelling

3.3.5 Hazard symbols showing the common dangers offshore e.g. highly flammable;
toxic; irritant, corrosive etc.
3.3.6 Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) which must accompany every chemical
3.3.7 Access to COSHH lockers
3.3.8 Never using tins that have unknown substances or are half used by someone
else
3.3.9 The applicability of COSHH to unknown fumes or gases in the area
ELEMENT 3.4 Practical controls for chemical hazards
3.4.1 Changing the process or activity to eliminate the hazardous substance

3.4.2 Replacing the hazardous substance with a safer alternative
3.4.3 Controlling exposure at source e.g. local exhaust ventilation
3.4.4 Health surveillance of employees; monitoring worker’s exposure
3.4.5 The storage of chemicals to prevent fire, explosion, chemical burns and
environmental damage
3.4.6 Keeping full PPE on until after the area is tidy and the job is complete
ELEMENT 3.5 Working at height activities & hazards
3.5.1 Legislation & industry guidance with respect to WAH (HASWA, PUWER,
LOLER)
3.5.2 The hazards of working at height such as falling, falling objects and
suspension trauma
3.5.3 A place being “at height” if a person can be injured falling from it, even if it is at
or below ground level
3.5.4 Working in confined spaces as being a WAH activity

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ELEMENT 3.6 Planning to work safely at height
3.6.1 Planning & organising WAH activities considering the following factors:
(a) Weather
(b) Location
(c) Fragile surfaces
(d) Falling objects
3.6.2 The WAH hierarchy for managing & selecting equipment for WAH:
(a) Avoiding working at height where possible

(b) Using work equipment or other measures to prevent falls
(c) Using work equipment to minimise the consequences of a fall
3.6.3 Types of ladders, scaffolding equipment and mobile elevated work platforms
(MEWPs)
3.6.4 Safe use of ladders, scaffolding equipment, working platforms & MEWPs
3.6.5 The safe angle of ladder use
3.6.6 Using back scratcher protection on ladders
3.6.7 Securing & “footing” a ladder
3.6.8 Checking the scaffold for damage by cranes or wind; ensuring the structure
has no loose debris
3.6.9 Awareness of the Scafftag system & requiring trained personnel to check or
correct the structure
3.6.10 Signing for Tools Aloft
3.6.11 Associated WAH fall protection systems including harnesses, lanyards, inertia
reels and the use of barriers when working at height
3.6.12 Using the trailing hand technique for climbing stairs and safely crossing
gangways & the catwalk

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MODULE 4 HELICOPTER & HELIDECK SAFETY
ELEMENT 4.1 Travelling by helicopter
4.1.1 Aircraft identification

4.1.2 Possible helicopter operating hazards including fire, rotors, fuel, dangerous
goods and visibility
4.1.3 Methods to access helidecks & helicopters
4.1.4 Safety rules for accessing helidecks with staircases (Keep hold of handrail;
carry one bag)
4.1.5 Potential dangers when transferring to and from the helicopter
ELEMENT 4.2 Potential helideck duties
4.2.1 Relevant regulations & guidance such as MAR, PFEER, Cap 437 and Oil &
Gas UK
4.2.2 Need for Helideck Assistants (HDA) to have fire fighting training & their
responsibilities
4.2.3 The Helicopter Landing Officer’s (HLO) responsibilities including briefing on
aircraft types, requirements and arrival & departure procedures
4.2.4 Putting on fire suits for all work on the helideck
4.2.5 Layout of helidecks & surrounding areas with safe approaches for landing &
taking off
4.2.6 Helideck markings & equipment (net, monitors, extinguishers and crash kit)
4.2.7 Checks to be carried out before and after such as debris, wind direction,
passengers & baggage, aircraft on approach and the net
4.2.8 Checking the manifest for number of passengers & items of freight
4.2.9 Unloading freight & baggage before disembarking passengers
4.2.10 Best practice for laying out baggage (1 or 2 lines leading from cabin door to
helideck exit)
4.2.11 Assisting passengers (escorting & hand line)
4.2.12 Procedures for fuel & electrical shutdown
4.2.13 Pilot to helideck communications
4.2.14 Use of chocks as required
4.2.15 Correct embarkation procedures for order of loading, wearing of PPE and
correct fitting and securing of lifejackets and seat harnesses
4.2.16 Handling & checking freight (suitable containers, labels and correct handling
techniques and loading limits of aircraft)

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ELEMENT 4.3 Emergency systems & controls
4.3.1 Appreciation for a pre-planned emergency response

4.3.2 Priorities to personnel, to helideck and to helicopter
4.3.3 Emergency exits (doors & windows)
4.3.4 Speed of response versus survivability of passengers
4.3.5 Helideck fixed firefighting systems including types, operation, performance and
limitations
4.3.6 Helicopter emergency systems and controls such as shutting down engine,
aircraft fixed firefighting systems and aircraft fuel isolation
4.3.7 Maintaining a means of escape
4.3.8 Need for spill equipment

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SECTION B REFRESHER TRAINING PROGRAMME – Not Applicable

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SECTION C RESOURCES
In order that a training programme may be delivered successfully it is essential that

appropriately qualified and experienced people are there to deliver and support the programme
and that the appropriate facilities and equipment are in place.
C.1 Staff
Instructional training staff must be:
(a) Experienced in working offshore in a variety of roles specifically relating to

drilling operations
(b) Have been trained in training delivery and training assessment techniques
(c) Hold an industry-recognised assessor qualification
(d) Participate in an ongoing training and development programme, which
ensures they are aware and knowledgeable of all changes to legislation and
industry requirements
All staff will have the appropriate competencies to conduct or assist with the element of training
being undertaken.
C.2 Trainer/Delegate Ratio (Modules 1 – 4)
The ratio shown for theory sessions indicates the maximum number of delegates that should
attend the course in any one session.
The following ratios indicate the maximum number of delegates to be supervised by one
Instructor at any one time during each activity.
Theory 1 : 16
Demonstrations 1 : 16
Note: Training providers might prefer to limit their courses ratios to 1:6 or 1:12 to be in line with
the OPITO Banksman & Slinger training course. This decision is optional.

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C.3 Facilities
It is important to ensure that the full range of facilities is made available to ensure delegates get
the most out of their training. The following facilities criteria must be adhered to:
Administration arrangements appropriate for enrolment and certification of delegates

and all aspects of the delivery of training in accordance with this standard.
Theory training area(s) area(s) designed to enable each delegate view, to hear and
participate fully in the subject matter being taught with sufficient room to allow delegates
to participate fully in group theory or syndicate paper exercises.
Location of Training
It is recognised that the restricted range of resources and facilities required makes this course
suitable for on-location training. However, prior to any courses being delivered remotely,
training providers must comply with the following requirements:
a) Prior to initial approval, the training provider will specify a single ‘approved site’ and
advise OPITO of its intention to deliver training remotely.
b) The training provider will advise OPITO of the location of any remote training in advance
of each delivery.
c) The training provider shall ensure the suitability of facilities and arrangements prior to
delivery.
d) Documented evidence will be retained by the training provider to show that delivery of
training at the remote site meets the criteria detailed in this OPITO standard including,
but not limited to, facilities, equipment and qualification of instructional & assessment
staff.
e) Documented management procedures shall be retained which record any measures

required to assure the quality and safety of on location training.
f) All records and associated documentation must be retained at a single, specified

location, mutually agreed with OPITO, and made available at time of audit.
g) OPITO reserves the right to physically audit any or all of the remote sites operated by
the training provider.
Appropriate first aid facilities and equipment as specified in the training centre’s risk
assessments, and sufficient staff, trained in the use of the facilities and equipment.
Risk assessments must be conducted and documented for all training facilities and
equipment.
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C.4 Equipment
The following equipment and reference material is required to meet the stated content of the
training course.
(a) Examples of relevant legislation and guidance documentation

(b) Examples of PPE such as coveralls, boots, hard hat, gloves, SCBA, goggles, vapour
masks, dust masks, slicker suits & visors
(c) Examples of incident/accident forms to show detail required
(d) Example of a risk assessment
(e) Case histories & pictures to enable the delegates to develop a risk assessment
(f) Hazardous goods labels in full detail & colour
(g) Examples of Material Safety Data Sheets
Please note: The format of each example may differ from what the delegate might encounter in
the workplace, however the intent of each document should be close
All activities associated with training equipment used during exercises must be risk-assessed to
ensure the health and safety of the delegates and training staff.
All equipment must be maintained, and where appropriate, inspected and tested in
accordance with current standards, relevant legislation, guidance and manufacturer’s
recommendations.

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SECTION D ADMINISTRATION and CERTIFICATION
D.1 Joining Instructions
All joining instructions must contain information which indicates that certain aspects of the
course are of a physical nature and contain potentially stressful elements.
Prior to each course commencing, delegates must sign a declaration indicating they have read
and understood a written statement regarding the physical and potentially stressful nature of the
programme, and the need for delegates to be in good health.
D.2 Periodicity
As this is an introductory course it is assumed that initial training does not need to be repeated
on a periodic basis. Although the training doesn’t need to be revalidated delegates may have to
retake the course if too much time (in the opinion of the employer) has elapsed since taking the
course and applying the knowledge offshore.
D.3 Certification
Persons successfully completing the five training modules (including Banksman and Slinger
Training Stage 1) will be issued with an OPITO Offshore Drilling Green Hand with Banksman &
Slinger Training Stage 1 Certificate (Please refer to the certification diagram at the end of this
section).
Training Centres are responsible for issuing a certificate direct to the delegate successfully
completing the respective programmes and to the sponsoring company (when required). Each
certificate must indicate that the delegate has been assessed against and met the learning
outcomes.
It is the responsibility of the training provider to issue the delegates with a certificate containing
the following:
(a) Training Establishment Name

(b) Full OPITO Course Title stating it is OPITO Approved
(c) OPITO registration code
(d) Delegate's Name
(e) Course Dates
(f) Unique Certificate Number (UCN) – Refer to OPITO UCN Guidance doc. for
details
(g) Itemised Module Titles
(h) Training Establishment Signatory

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Certification Diagram
Administration of the OPITO

Offshore Drilling Green Hand with Banksman & Slinger
Certificate
Awarded:
Combined OPITO Offshore Drilling Green Hand with Banksman &
Slinger (Modules 1 – 5) OPITO Offshore
Drilling Green Hand
Taken within 5 to 10 consecutive days at ONE training provider with Banksman &
Slinger Stage 1
Vantage registration fee & code Certificate
(Individual module
titles listed)
OPITO Banksman & OPITO Offshore Awarded:

Slinger Stage 1 Drilling Green Hand
Modules 1-4 OPITO Offshore
Vantage registration Drilling Green Hand
fee & code Vantage registration with Banksman &
fee & code Slinger Stage 1
Awarded: NO LONGER THAN Certificate
OPITO Banksman & SIX MONTHS (Individual module
Slinger Stage 1 titles listed)
Certificate
Other offshore
occupations

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D.4 Course Administration
Each delegate attending any OPITO-approved programme must be registered with the Central
Register (CR) operated by OPITO. Registration must be made by the training centre to OPITO
within one week following the course.
OPITO confirms that information on the registration form will be contained in a computerised
register which will be available to employers, prospective employers and training providers in the
oil and gas industry to verify training records. At all times, use of this data will be strictly in
accordance with principles laid down in relevant data protection legislation.

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Glossary of Terms and Abbreviations
BOSIET/FOET Basic Offshore Safety Induction & Emergency Training/Further Offshore

Emergency Training
COSHH Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
FPSO Floating Production, Storage & Offloading Vessel
HAVS Hand & Arm Vibration Syndrome
HDA Helideck Assistant
HLO Helicopter Landing Officer
HSE Health, Safety & Environment (Health & Safety Executive)
IADC International Association of Drilling Contractors
MEWP Mobile Elevated Work Platform
PTW Permit to Work
SCBA Self Contained Breathing Apparatus
TRIR Total Recordable Incident Rate
WAH Working at Height

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Appendix 1 OPITO Information
The topics listed below are to be delivered as part of the introduction to this course and included
in the lesson plans/instructor guides/exercise plans. Additional introduction topics may include
training centre layout and alarms, emergency actions, first aid and domestic arrangements
Mandatory OPITO Information:
a) Medical Fitness
b) Certification Periods
c) CR/Vantage (provided by OPITO)
d) OPITO Customer Service Statement (provided by OPITO)
e) The roles of employers and training providers (provided by OPITO)
f) What is OPITO’s role in industry? (provided by OPITO)
g) Current Global Network of training providers (provided by OPITO)
h) Emergency Response Framework (provided by OPITO – applicable for ER Training
Providers)
i) OPITO DVD (BOSIET/TBOSIET only) provided by OPITO

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OPITO APPROVED STANDARD

Offshore Drilling Industry

Green Hand Training Standard

OPITO Standard Code: 9016

Guidance on this standard is available by contacting OPITO at: Standards enquiries

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INTRODUCTION and COURSE DESCRIPTION

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SECTION A INITIAL TRAINING PROGRAMME

A.1 Target Group

The following modules are included:

Module 1 Introduction to drilling operations

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A.2 Delegate Pre-requisites

Important note for training establishments:

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A.3 Physical and Stressful Demands of the Course

a) Possess a valid, current offshore medical certificate or

The OPITO-approved Centre shall keep a record of the delegate’s/candidate’s declaration of

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A.4 Aims and Objectives

A.5 Learning Outcomes

The Delegate’s learning outcomes are specified below:

To successfully complete this training, delegates must be able to:-

1) Understand the basics of offshore operations

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A.6 Delegate Performance Assessment

A.7 Delegate Duration and Timing

*Contact time includes the following:

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A.8 The Training Programme

(a) Aim – The main purpose of the module

The training course consists of the following modules and elements:

Module 1 Introduction to Drilling Operations

Element 1.1 Offshore operations

Module 2 Working Safely

Element 2.1 Hazard awareness

Module 3 Manual handling, COSHH & working at height

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Module 4 Helicopter & helideck safety

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MODULE 1 INTRODUCTION TO DRILLING OPERATIONS

ELEMENT 1.1 Offshore operations

Training staff to explain:

1.1.1 The formation, finding and exploitation of oil and gas

ELEMENT 1.2 Hierarchy/career progression

Training staff to explain:

ELEMENT 1.3 The offshore lifestyle

Training staff to explain:

1.3.1 The rotational nature of the work

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ELEMENT 1.4 Environmental considerations

Training staff to explain:

1.4.1 The potential for environmental problems offshore such as:

(a) The flare stack and waste gas

1.4.2 The regulations and environmental concern groups pertaining to offshore