Course catalogue

Course Goal: This course aims to provide an introduction to corrosion in the Oil and Gas Industry

Target Audience: All relevant personnel

Learning Objectives

LO1 Define what is meant by corrosion and explain why it poses a risk to the Oil and Gas Industry

LO2 Identify areas where corrosion is commonly found in oil and gas facilities

LO3 Identify the elements which are necessary for corrosion to occur

LO4 Identify the main corrodents found in oil and gas facilities and explain how these can cause corrosion

LO5 Identify different types of corrosion

LO6 Explain how corrosion can impact wells and flowlines

LO7 Explain how corrosion can impact plant and pipelines

LO8 Explain how corrosion can impact gas systems

LO9 Explain how corrosion can impact water systems

LO10 Explain how corrosion can impact deadleg areas

LO11 Identify areas where external corrosion is most prevalent

LO12 Describe corrosion control measures

LO13 Explain how to play your part in minimising corrosion

Who is this course for?

All personnel working with electricity in the Oil and 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 all relevant personnel with a broad overview of common Electrical Safety Rules, and outlines best practice when working with electricity.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have the knowledge of common Electrical Safety Rules, and the best practice when working with electricity, to reduce risk and injury at work.

What standards are referred to in this course?

• Health and Safety at Work Act

• Electricity at Work Regulations

• Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations

• Electricity at Work Safe Working Practices

• Offshore Electricity and Noise Regulations

• Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations

• BS 7671: 2018 Requirements for Electrical Installations

• Offshore Installations (Safety Case) 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 80%.

Who is this course for?

This eLearning course is aimed at individuals who are required to work with wells in the oil and gas industry.

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 an overview of well integrity and its importance in maintaining safe and secure operations.

This course contains the following sections:

Section 1: Well Integrity Overview

Section 2: Well Categorisation and Well Barriers

Section 3: Well Design and the Cementing Process

Section 4: Human Factors in Well Integrity

How will this course benefit my company?

To ensure you have an overview of well integrity and its importance in maintaining safe and secure operations.

What standards are referred to in this course?

This 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?
Trainee Oil and Gas Operations Technicians / Deck Crew

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 the use of storage tanks

How will this course benefit my company?
By ensuring you are introducted to the use of storage tanks

What standards are referred to in this course?
N/A

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?

• Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH)

• Health and Safety at Work Act

• Offshore Installations (Offshore Safety Directive)

• Offshore Installations (Safety Case)

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

• Offshore Installations and Wells (Design and Construction) Regulations

• EH40 Workplace Exposure Limits (WELs)

Is there an assessment? 

Yes - There is a course assessment with an 80% pass mark and 2 attempts. 

Learning objectives

- Identify the physical properties of H2S

- Recognise the physiological effects of exposure to varying toxicity levels of H2S

- Recognise the responsibilities and duties of all personnel and their duties under current legislation

- Recognise the current legal occupational exposure limits for short- and long-term exposure periods relating to H2S

- Identify the various methods for detecting H2S

- Identify the various personal and respiratory protection equipment required for undertaking tasks in areas where H2S may be present

- Recognise the hazardous area classifications which may be encountered on an offshore installation

- Identify the formal requirements for H2S contingency plans on installations

Who is this course for?

Personnel who require knowledge or awareness of hydrates.

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 awareness of how gas hydrates may be formed and the effects that they can have on pipeline flow assurance. The course examines what hydrates are, how they are formed and their molecular structure. It discusses flow assurance, details the risks of pipeline plugging by hydrates, and outlines the various methods of controlling hydrate formation.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are aware of how gas hydrates may be formed and the effects that they can have on pipeline flow assurance.

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 involved with mechanical material handling equipment and operation, crane operation, rigging, supervision and signalling related activities. 

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?

To provide learners with an awareness of industry best practice for working with cranes.

This course consists of 4 sections:

Section 1: Introduction to Crane Operations

Section 2: Cranes and Lifting Equipment

Section 3: Planning a Lift

Section 4: Carrying out a Lift

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are aware of industry best practice for working with cranes.

What standards are referred to in this course?

• The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) 

• The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) 

• The Safe Use of Lifting Equipment: Approved Code of Practice (ACOP)

• Lifting Equipment at Work Guidance

• Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations

• Health and Safety at Work Act s.16

• Management of Health and Safety at Work 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 80%.

Who is this course for?

All personnel, especially those involved in carrying out accident and incident investigations.

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 an overview of industry best practice in relation to accident and incident investigation.

How will this course benefit my company?

Incidents must be investigated to identify the root cause of the event and the controls necessary to prevent similar events occurring in the future. This course aims to provide personnel with the knowledge required to carry out an effective incident investigation.

What standards are referred to in this course?

• Reporting of Injuries Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR)

• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

• EU Directive 89/391/EEC

• Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations

• HSG245

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 an awareness and understanding of hazardous substances risks and controls.

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 learners with an awareness of working with hazardous substances

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are aware of working with hazardous substances so you can assist and inform best practice in your organisation.

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 an awareness and understanding of common storage and handling methods for explosives.

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 the requirements for storing, transporting and handling explosives.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have an overview of the requirements for storing, transporting and handling explosives.

What standards are referred to in this course?

Regulation 2 ER2014 

International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR)

United Nations Classification of Explosives

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 the knowledge and techniques for carrying out gas testing.

This course contains the following sections:

Section 1: Introduction

Section 2: Hazards Associated with Gases and Vapours

Section 3: Flammable Atmospheres

Section 4: Fire and Explosions

Section 5: Toxic Atmospheres

Section 6: Oxygen Deficiency and Oxygen Enrichment

Section 7: The Hazards of Confined Spaces

Section 8: The Gas Monitor

Section 9: Using Gas Testing Equipment when Carrying out Fire Watch Duties

Section 10: Using the Gas Testing Equipment to Clear an Area Prior to Hot Work

Section 11: Using the Gas Testing Equipment to Identify a Potential Gas Leak

Section 12: Using the Gas Testing Equipment to Test the Atmosphere of a Confined Space Prior to Entry

Section 13: Using the Gas Testing Equipment during Purging Operations

Section 14: Final Assessment

Who is this course for?

All personnel who work in a role within the Oil and Gas Industry that may have an impact on the environment.

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 the issues involved with successful environmental management in the Oil and Gas Industry.

How will this course benefit my company?

The course will benefit companies by ensuring that all relevant personnel have an understanding of the issues involved with successful environmental management in the Oil and Gas Industry, which will help to protect the environment.

What standards are referred to in this course?

• Department of Energy and Climate Change (BEIS (formally DECC))

• The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) in Scotland

• The Environment Agency (EA) in England, Wales and Northern Ireland

• ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems (EMS)

• British Standard Institute's BS7750 - Specification for Environmental Management Systems (BS11994)

• Integrated Pollution Prevention and Control (IPPC) Directive

• Control of Major Accident Hazards (COMAH) Regulations

Is there an assessment?

No

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.

Who is this course for?

Personnel requiring an awareness or understanding of the change management process.

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 management of change. The course focuses on the steps of the management of change process, the roles and responsibilities of personnel, and the risks involved in change management and their associated control measures.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have an overview of the management of change process.

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%.

This course aims to give offshore personnel a greater understanding of the hazards associated with packaging and cargo handling and the movement of cargo to, and from, offshore installations.

Course Content
-Explain the responsibilities and duties of all personnel and their duties under current legislation
-Explain the importance of checking for dropped objects and identify the areas that should be monitored
-Explain the key areas of safe lifting and slinging operations
-Explain the key principal points to be considered when preparing cargo for shipment to and from offshore
locations
-Describe the procedures involved for shipping freight by air
-Define what is classified as ‘Dangerous Goods by Sea’ and the main considerations for shipping
-Define what is classified as ‘Dangerous Goods by Air’ and the main considerations for shipping
-Explain the principal requirements for waste management
-Identify examples of bad practice

Who is this course for?

Trainee Oil and Gas Operations Technicians and Maintenance Personnel

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 the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have an overview of the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system

What standards are referred to in this course?

Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value (MERV)

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 such as processors or trainee processors requiring awareness or understanding of the various process safety 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 aims to provide learners with an overview of the various process safety systems that are employed in the Oil and Gas Industry.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have an overview of the process of the various process safety systems that are employed in the Oil and Gas Industry.

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?

Any personnel who require an awareness of human factors.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course aims to introduce learners to the concept of human factors and how they impact situational awareness.

How will this course benefit my company?

The course will benefit companies by ensuring that all personnel have an understanding of the human factors that can affect their situational awareness, resulting in reduced accidents and injuries.

What standards are referred to in this course?

No standards or regulations are referenced in this course.

Is there an assessment?

No

Who is this course for?

Personnel who are required to work with Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams.

Is previous experience required?

No previous experience is required to complete this course.

How will this course benefit me?

This course will enable you to describe the information provided in a P&ID and explain why this information is useful.

How will this course benefit my company?

Personnel who are able read and understand the information provided in P&IDs are better able to troubleshoot system problems.

What standards are referred to in this course?

• Institute de Algerian Normalisation

• Standards Association of Zimbabwe

Is there an assessment?

Once you have completed each section of 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 section and have a pass mark of 80%.

Who is this course for?

Personnel requiring an understanding & awareness of the role of a fire warden or have recently been allocated this role or require a refresher.

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 Fire Wardens with an overview of the knowledge that they need to carry out their duties safely and effectively in line with industry best practice

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have the knowledge needed to carry out  duties safely and effectively in line with industry best practice

What standards are referred to in this course?

Health and Safety at Work Act

The Fire (Scotland) Act

The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order

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%.