Objective

During the course delegates will learn and demonstrate to a level of competence all aspects of preparation, launching, maneuvering and retrieval of an enclosed lifeboat.

Target Group

This OPITO approved course is designed for personnel designated as lifeboat coxswains on offshore installations.

Prerequisites

All delegates must be in possession of a valid medical, BOSIET and Offshore Lifeboat Coxswain certificates.

Examination

N/A

Course Contents

Pre Course Assessment

Maintaining Operational Readiness

Preparing Lifeboat for Launching

Mustering and Boarding of Passengers

Launching of Lifeboats

Clearing Installation - use of Compass

Hook Release Systems

Radio Communication

Retrieval and Stowage of Lifeboat

Launching into a Hazardous Environment

Towing and Pacing of an other Lifeboat

Recovery of Persons in the Water