Skill set Outline
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Offshore operator safety induction
Offshore operator safety induction
Skill set
National Code
PMASS00025
PMASS00025
State Code
AD584
AD584
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
02/06/2016
Current Release Date
02/06/2016
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
22/12/2017
Nominal Hours
128
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 02/06/2016 | Current | Approved |
Description
Persons working offshore require a range of competencies before being deployed offshore. These are safety competencies relating to transport to/from the offshore facility and abandonment of that facility.
Competency is required to be achieved prior to undertaking this role - see units for details.
This is an industry defined skill set.
Competency is required to be achieved prior to undertaking this role - see units for details.
This is an industry defined skill set.
Pathway Information
These units of competency can provide credit towards Certificates II and III in PMA Chemical, Hydrocarbons and Refining Training Package.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Licensing is not required at the time of writing, although these competencies may be required under a risk management plan.
Target Group
Individuals who work in an offshore environment such as an oil/gas platform, FSO/FPSO, or FLNG facility.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from PMA Chemical, Hydrocarbons and Refining Training Package meet the minimum requirements for an offshore safety induction.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AXM24 | PMAWHS215 | Apply offshore facility abandonment and sea survival procedures and practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWC14 | MSMWHS205 | Control minor incidents | 26 | Unit of competency |
| AWC06 | MSMWHS110 | Follow emergency response procedures | 26 | Unit of competency |
| AXM26 | PMAWHS214 | Undertake helicopter safety and escape | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AWC15 | MSMWHS200 | Work safely | 26 | Unit of competency |
