Offshore Helicopter Landing Officer 3 day Course

Purpose of Offshore Helicopter Landing Officer (HLO) 3-Day Course

The Offshore Helicopter Landing Officer (HLO) 3-Day Course is designed to equip participants with the essential knowledge and skills required to perform the role of an HLO effectively. This training focuses on managing helideck operations, ensuring safety protocols, and leading emergency response procedures in offshore environments. Key benefits include: • Comprehensive understanding of helideck operations and safety standards • Enhanced emergency response capabilities for helicopter-related incidents • Improved communication and coordination with helicopter crews

Essential Information

• Prerequisites: To become an Offshore Helicopter Landing Officer (HLO), you must meet the following prerequisites - check FAQ below • Who is it for?: This course is intended for personnel appointed to the role of Offshore Helicopter Landing Officer (HLO) and/or Offshore Helideck Assistant (HDA). • Assessment: Participants will undergo both theoretical and practical assessments to evaluate their competence in helideck operations, emergency response, and communication procedures. • Certification: Upon successful completion, participants receive an OPITO-approved HLO. The certification does not expire.

Course Content

• Helideck operations and safety protocols: Understanding the duties of the HLO and HDA, including proper communication with helicopters and identifying hazards on deck. • Helideck inspections and checks: Conducting thorough helideck checks to ensure safety and compliance with regulations. • Passenger control and management: Implementing effective procedures for passenger handling during landing and takeoff operations. • Cargo handling and dangerous goods regulations: Managing the safe loading and unloading of cargo and understanding regulations related to dangerous goods. • Emergency response procedures: Developing skills to respond to helideck emergencies, including aircraft crash, fire, and rescue scenarios. • Communication protocols: Utilising appropriate communication equipment and protocols during helideck operations and emergencies.

Training in action: real-life Offshore Helicopter Landing Officer (HLO) scenarios

• Scenario 1: Managing a safe helicopter landing by conducting pre-landing checks, communicating with the flight crew, and ensuring the helideck is clear of hazards. • Scenario 2: Responding effectively to a helideck fire by initiating emergency protocols, coordinating with the emergency response team, and utilising firefighting equipment. • Scenario 3: Handling passenger embarkation and disembarkation efficiently, ensuring safety procedures are followed, and maintaining clear communication with the helicopter crew.

FAQ

• How long does the Offshore Helicopter Landing Officer (HLO) 3-Day Course take? The course spans three days, combining theoretical instruction with practical applications. • How long is the certification valid? The OPITO-approved Helideck Landing Officer certificate does not expire. • What meals and refreshments are provided? Full-day courses include breakfast and lunch, with water, tea, coffee, and refreshments available throughout. • Is prior experience required? To become an Offshore Helicopter Landing Officer (HLO), you must meet the following prerequisites: • Dangerous Goods Awareness training: Complete a Dangerous Goods by Air training course or state aviation approved dangerous goods awareness training course • Offshore medical certificate: Have a valid offshore medical certificate or operator approved medical certificate • Radio Operators Certificate of Competence (ROCC): Have a valid Radio Operators Certificate of Competence (ROCC) • You must also complete the following training courses: • Helideck Initial Operations Training (HOIT): This course is approved by OPITO and does not expire