IADC Basic Introduction to Offshore Safety (BIOS) for Personnel Travelling to Mobile Offshore Unit
The objective of the IADC Basic Introduction to Offshore Safety (BIOS) program is to gain a basic level of understanding and awareness of safety and emergency response on Mobile Offshore Units (MOU’s). The course is intended for all personnel on or travelling to a Mobile Offshore Unit (MOU).
The BIOS training program is a Basic Safety & Emergency Response Training and is designed to meet the initial onshore safety training and assessment requirements for personnel new to the offshore oil and gas industry and destined to work on and or travel to MOU’s.
Exemption from this training is given to VIP’s travelling to MOU’s and spending less than 24 hours continuously on the MOU, whilst under the direct supervision of competent offshore personnel. Such VIP’s must participate in an offshore induction program on arrival at the MOU.
Personnel in possession of all the following IMO STCW Course Certificates with current validity are exempted - Elementary First Aid, Personal Survival Techniques, Fire prevention & Fire Fighting and Personal Safety.
- Duration: 2 days
- Validity: 4 years. Personnel should undertake a refresher course before expiry of their current certificate.
Basic Introduction to Offshore Safety Course
IADC Basic Introduction to Offshore Safety Training
Safety & Security Introduction
- Brief introduction to offshore
- General safety and security measures, controls and procedures
- Individual responsibility for safety
- Protective measures
- Reporting incidents
- Introduction to first aid
Helicopter Operations
- Pre-boarding preparation
- In flight safety
- Arrival procedure
Survival at Sea Techniques
- Personal safety, survival and rescue equipment
- Muster and evacuation points & procedures
- Use of emergency escape equipment
- Individual & group survival & rescue techniques
- Rescue by support vessels & helicopters
- Offshore drills, exercises & emergency procedures
Basic Fire Fighting and Self Rescue
- Causes and nature of fires & principles of prevention
- Purpose of fixed detection & protection systems
- Actions to take on discovering a fire
- Operation of portable Firefighting equipment
- Location, use and response to alarms
IADC & IWCF Online Programs
- Online IADC RigPass with SafeGulf: This course lays the foundation & urges workers ways to protect themselves, co-workers, the public, and the environment.
- Online IADC WellSharp Drilling Well Control Introductory: The course aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of drilling operations, practices, and safety protocols in the oil and gas industry.
- Online IADC WellSharp Well Control for Well Servicing Operations: Course is designed to address the specific needs of personnel involved in well servicing operations, ensuring they possess the required competencies for their roles.
- Online IADC Exam/Class Preparation Course: Available both online and on offline App, this 4-hour course gives you a refresher on fundamentals.
- Online IWCF Drilling Well Control Level 2: his online IWCF Level 2 Drilling Well Control course is intended for any drilling personnel interested in understanding the basics of drilling and well control.
Last Updated: Aug 21, 20214