Course catalogue

The course covers the theoretical part of training the hooker and signals. The course will provide you with basic theoretical knowledge about the correct selection, control, use and maintenance of various types of lifting equipment. (Regulations on the performance of work § 10-1 and § 10-2).

The course includes these topics:

• Lifting equipment, words and expressions

• Hooking and center of gravity

• Lifting tables

• Fiber slings

• Chain gear

• Steel rope slings

• Shackles

• Eye bolts and eye nuts

• Signals and signs, load management

• Safety rules

• Exercises

• Final test

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 contains the following sections:

Section 1: An Introduction to Mechanical Joint Integrity
Section 2: Principles of Hand Torquing
Section 3: Principles of Hydraulic Tensioning
Section 4: Principles of Controlling Tightening
 

Who is this course for?

All personnel involved in operations requiring a permit to work.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to provide personnel with an overview of the requirements and operation of a typical Permit to Work (PTW) system.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have an overview of best practice in relation to the requirements and operation of a typical permit to work system.

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?

Yes

Who is this course for? 

This course is aimed at radio operators and any other personnel who may require an overview of the helideck monitoring system.

Is previous experience required? 

This course is designed to complement your knowledge of the relevant standards:

• The Helideck Certification Agency (HCA) Standard Helideck Monitoring Systems

• The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) Standards for offshore helicopter landing areas CAP 437

How will the course benefit me?

By providing you with an overview of how to operate an Observator helideck monitoring system (HMS), what data it displays and procedures during helicopter movements.

How will the course benefit my company? 

By ensuring personnel have an overview of how to operate the HMS, what data it displays and procedures during helicopter movements.

What standards are referenced in the course? 

• UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) Standards for offshore helicopter landing areas CAP 437 Edition 9 (2023)

• Helideck Certification Agency (HCA) Standard Helideck Monitoring Systems Rev 9c (2023)

Is there an assessment? 

Yes