Lesson 1Selecting proper clothing for cold, wet, and windy conditions (layers, materials, shoes)This part helps you pick clothes suited for chilly, damp, and breezy offshore settings, covering layering methods, appropriate fabrics, and shoes that pair well with immersion suits and life vests without causing bulk, catches, or trapping risks during emergencies.
Base, mid, and outer layer rolesAvoiding cotton and bulky garmentsFire-resistant and quick-dry fabricsFootwear compatible with suitsManaging overheating during transitStowing spare clothing safelyLesson 2Mental readiness and fitness before flight: staying hydrated, handling tiredness, medicine impacts, bans on alcohol and drugsThis part covers mental preparation and physical condition for flying, including water intake, managing fatigue and rest, side effects of medicines, and firm rules against alcohol and drugs that might affect decision-making, stability, or response in crises.
Recognizing fatigue and stress signsHydration planning before boardingMedication timing and side effectsAlcohol and drug restriction rulesSimple pre-flight stretching routineCoping strategies for flight anxietyLesson 3Step-by-step pre-boarding routine using checklists: actions and typical errors to dodge before flightThis part outlines a hands-on, checklist-led routine before boarding, listing actions from arrival to getting on, covering usual mistakes like loose objects, bad fittings, and overlooked reports, and ways to avoid them methodically for smooth operations.
Personal readiness pre-check itemsPPE and clothing verification stepsSecuring loose items and jewelryFinal documentation confirmationLast-minute hydration and restroomBoarding sequence and seat checksLesson 4Helicopter breathing setup (if available) and personal breathers: how they work, attachment spots, upkeep inspectionsThis part describes the role of helicopter emergency breathing systems and personal units, connection to seats or suits, pre-flight checks and maintenance, and proper use in underwater escape drills and actual incidents offshore.
Types of emergency breathing systemsLocation of connection pointsPre-flight cylinder and hose checksMouthpiece and nose clip useBreathing technique underwaterServicing intervals and reportingLesson 5Choosing immersion suit, putting it on right, checking zips and seals, thinking about movementThis part guides selecting the right size and type of immersion suit, quick and correct wearing, inspecting zips and seals, and balancing warmth with the mobility required for escape and survival duties in rough seas.
Choosing the correct suit sizePre-use zipper and seal inspectionStep-by-step donning procedureEliminating air pockets and foldsMobility checks for escape drillsCleaning, drying, and storage careLesson 6Briefing fellow travellers and reporting issues (hurts, pregnancy, movement limits) to the team before getting onThis part explains sharing key health and mobility details with the crew pre-boarding, informing companions of duties and limits, and communicating privately but clearly about injuries, pregnancy, or limited movement for group safety.
Identifying issues that must be reportedWhen and where to inform the crewDiscreet communication of pregnancyDeclaring injuries and pain honestlyReporting mobility or sensory limitsBriefing companions on support rolesLesson 7Personal health and fitness checks for offshore helicopter journeysThis part examines personal medical and fitness factors for offshore helicopter trips, covering heart and lung limits, travel sickness, weight and size rules, and when to get doctor approval or delay travel in Botswana contexts.
Cardiovascular and breathing limitsAssessing motion sickness historyWeight, size, and seat constraintsRecognizing illness before travelWhen to seek medical clearanceRecording changes in health statusLesson 8Required and suggested personal safety gear (PPE) and inspection methods (immersion suit, life vest, helmet, gloves, boots)This part covers essential and advised PPE for offshore flights, like immersion suits, life vests, helmets, gloves, and boots, and demonstrates inspecting, fitting, and caring for each to guarantee dependable protection in emergencies.
Mandatory versus recommended PPEInspecting immersion suits for damageLifejacket compatibility with suitsHelmet fit, visor, and chinstrap checkGlove and boot selection and checksStorage and drying after the flightLesson 9Personal signalling items and backups: whistle, lights, mirror, personal locator beacon (PLB) basics and battery testsThis part introduces personal signalling tools including whistles, flashing lights, mirrors, and PLBs, covering basic use, battery checks, and proper carrying to keep devices handy, working, and meeting aviation safety standards.
Whistle placement and effective useStrobe light modes and testingSignal mirror aiming techniquesPLB basics and activation stepsBattery inspection and replacementSecuring devices to avoid lossLesson 10Checking and getting to know your personal life vest: wearing, adjusting, inflation valve use, leg strap applicationThis part breaks down the components and functions of the offshore life vest, correct wearing and adjustment, using mouth and hand inflation, and securing the leg strap to stop it from riding up in impacts or water immersion.
Pre-use visual inspection checklistChecking buckles, straps, and stitchingCorrect donning sequence step by stepAdjusting fit for size and clothingUsing oral and manual inflation systemsFitting and securing the crotch strapLesson 11Paperwork and pre-flight reports: health notes, medicines, emergency contactsThis part handles necessary medical reports, presenting health notes and medicines, noting emergency contacts, and ensuring vital health info is ready, readable, and aligns with operator needs for safe flights.
Required medical disclosure itemsCarrying and labeling medicationProviding emergency contact detailsConfidential handling of health dataUpdating records before each tripConsequences of false declarations
