Course catalogue

Who is this course for?
This course is aimed at personnel from all sectors of the Oil and Gas Industry – government agencies, authorities, operators, contractors and service companies. It is especially valuable for newcomers to the industry and non-technical personnel working in areas like HR, finance, IT, contracts and administration who feel they could benefit from gaining a wider appreciation of the ‘bigger picture’.

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 each key phase of the exploration and production industry.

How will this course benefit my company?
By ensuring you are aware of each key phase of the exploration and production industry.

What standards are referred to in this course?
OSPAR Convention

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 who work with pressurised cylinders, compressed gas or associated equipment.

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 overview of the use of pressurised cylinders, the risks involved and storage requirements.

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have an overview of the use of pressurised cylinders, the risks involved and storage requirements.

What standards are referred to in this course?

This course does not refer to specific legislation or standards.

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%.

Accreditation:

This course is approved by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH).

IOSH is the world’s Chartered body for safety and health professionals.

What that means:

We are the largest membership body for health and safety professionals.

We champion occupational safety and health causes and advocate for change.

We advise governments, NGOs and policymakers.

We facilitate safety and health awareness training in around 130 countries through IOSH Services Ltd, our wholly-owned trading arm.

We commission research and set national and international standards.

We shape the future of the profession.

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%.

Course goal: 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

LO 1 Explain the physical properties and sources of H2S, and identify the areas on an offshore installation where you would expect to encounter H2S

LO 2 Explain the physiological effects of exposure to varying toxicity levels of H2S

LO 3 Explain the responsibilities and duties of all personnel and their duties under current legislation

LO 4 Explain the current legal occupational exposure limits for short- and long-term exposure periods relating to H2S

LO 5 Describe the various methods for detecting H2S 

LO 6 Describe the various personal and respiratory protection equipment required for undertaking tasks in areas where H2S may be present

LO 7 Explain the hazardous area classifications which may be encountered on an offshore installation and the associated control measures required  

LO 8 Explain the formal requirement for H2S contingency plans on installations

LO 9 Identify the different alarms encountered offshore and the emergency and evacuation procedures that should be followed

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 who require an awareness or understanding of the accident and incident investigation processes.

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 industry best practice in relation to accident and incident investigation

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you have an overview of industry best practice in relation to accident and incident investigation

What standards are referred to in this course?

Reporting of Injuries

Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) 2013

HSG245, Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999

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?

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%.

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

The course aims 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 practice for the correct handling techniques for safe lifting, and for the pushing and pulling of loads.

Kursinnhold

- Define the term ‘manual handling’ and explain the importance of safe manual handling operations
- Identify the types of injuries that may result from manual handling operations
- Identify the legislation that is in place to regulate manual handling operations
- Describe the duties that are placed on employers and employees by the Manual Handling Operations
Regulations
- Explain the importance of risk assessing manual handling operations
- Identify the factors to consider when assessing manual handling operations
- Describe good handling techniques for safe lifting and the importance of working within the HSE manual
handling risk assessment
- Describe good handling techniques for pushing and pulling loads
- Explain the training requirements associated with manual handling operations

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%.

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?

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 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?

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%.

Who is this course for?

This course is aimed at all personnel involved in mechanical joint operations, particularly those who are expected to undertake related duties in the workplace.

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 introduction to the principles of the equipment and technology associated with the bolting of flanged joints for pressurised systems. This course is intended to reflect industry """"best practice"""" for competence in relation to mechanical joint operations and applies to both the onshore and offshore Oil and Gas Industry.

This 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

How will this course benefit my company?

By ensuring you are introduced  to the  principles of the equipment and technology associated with the bolting of flanged joints for pressurised systems

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 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?

All personnel who work with chemicals 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 provides learners with an in depth few on the use, management and control of chemicals in the Oil and Gas Industry and how to react in an emergency situation that has resulted from a chemical hazard.

How will this course benefit my company?

The course will benefit companies by ensuring that all personnel have an in depth view of industry best practice for working with chemicals, which will in turn, help keep those working with chemicals safe.

What standards are referred to in this course?

• The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)

• The Offshore Chemicals (Amendment) Regulations

• The Offshore Chemicals Regulations (OCR)

• Offshore Petroleum (Oil Pollution Prevention and Control) Regulations

• Regulation, Evaluation, Authorisation and restriction of Chemicals  (REACH)

• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

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 the course for?

All personnel working within the Oil and Gas Industry (onshore and offshore).

Is previous experience required?

You do not require previous experience to complete this course.

How will the course benefit me?

This course will provide you a basic understanding the ways in which industrial operations can impact the environment and the steps that we can all take to minimise these impacts.

How will the course benefit my company?

Environmentally aware personnel can help to reduce the environmental impacts of your operations and improve environmental performance.

What standards are referenced in the course?

ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems

Offshore Chemical Regulations

Integrated Pollution Prevention and Control (IPPC) Directive

Control of Major Accident Hazards (COMAH) 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%.