Compressed Air Emergency Breathing System (CA-EBS) Initial Deployment Training

This course provides the delegate with knowledge and understanding of the particular hazards and properties of a Compressed Air Emergency Breathing System (CA-EBS) and appropriate emergency response actions to take should the requirement for emergency use arise.

The course involves theoretical and practical training, with demonstrations where necessary. It consists of a series of explanations and demonstrations which will identify what they need to know and do. This will be followed by practical exercises that will allow delegates to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding and emergency Response skills. Delegates will be assessed against the learning outcomes using direct observation and a multiple-choice written test.

The Course covers 

The fundamental differences between rebreather and CA-EBS (technology and use)

• The rationale and use of CA-EBS in helicopter emergency situations
• The hazards associated with CA-EBS
• Pre-flight inspection of the lifejacket and CA-EBS
• Donning the lifejacket with CA-EBS correctly, including ‘buddy check’
• Emergency deployment of the CA-EBS in a dry environment

Delegates must possess a valid BOSIET/FOET/HUET or T-BOSIET/T-FOET/T-HUET (with EBS) certificate or equivalent prior to attending the CA-EBS Initial Deployment Training program. Candidates must be fit and able to complete all aspects of training. This course is physically demanding and candidates will be required to complete a medical declaration prior to course commencement besides being in possession of a current offshore medical certificate.

• Participants must demonstrate the ability to read and write English
• Participants are required to submit a valid form of identification. The following are acceptable forms of identification accepted.
  • National Identification Card
  • International Passport
  • Nigerian Armed Forces identification card
  • A photo Identification card issued in Nigeria by the Federal State, or Local Government, Ministries
  • Departments and Agencies
  • Driver’s License with a photo of the driver issued by FRSC

100% class attendance and full participation in all practical exercises are required for the issuance of the certificate

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