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TOTALLY ENCLOSED MOTOR PROPELLED SURVIVAL CRAFT (TEMPSC) FAMILIARISATION GUIDANCEImproving safety through engagement, leadership and collaboration

TEMPSC FAMILIARISATION GUIDANCE

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Abbreviations, acronyms and meaning 02

1. Introduction 03

2. Purpose 04

3. Scope 05

4. Preparing for emergencies 06

5. Workforce confidence in TEMPSC entry

5.1 Benefits of TEMPSC familiarisation 07

5.2 Incidents involving TEMPSC 08

5.3 TEMPSC improvements 09

Big persons in lifeboats 09

Davit Launched Lifeboat Release and Retrieval Systems (LRRS) 10

Coxswain competence 10

6. TEMPSC familiarisation 11

6.1 Planning 12

6.2 Implementation 13

6.3 Content expected to be included in Coxswain familiarisation 14

7. Conclusion 15

8. References 15

Appendix 1 – UK Approved Lifeboat Release and Retrieval Systems (LRRS) 16

Appendix 2 – Example content for Coxswain delivering TEMPSC familiarisation 17

Appendix 3 – Example TEMPSC entry familiarisation – check sheet 20

Contents


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Adhoc Workers or visitors, with no scheduled rotation to return to the installation

BOSIET Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training

Coxswain The designated installation specific person responsible for loading, launching, steering and navigating the TEMPSC

Duty Holder Those who create and/or have the greatest control of the risks associated with a particular activity

EER Evacuation, Escape and Rescue

HSE Health & Safety Executive – Great Britain

IMO International Maritime Organisation

LRRS Lifeboat Release and Retrieval System

MOC Management of Change

OPITO Offshore Petroleum Industry Training Organisation

PFEER Prevention of Fire and Explosion, and Emergency Response

POB Persons on Board

PPE Personal Protective Equipment

RIDDOR Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations

SOLAS The Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea

TEMPSC Totally Enclosed Motor Propelled Survival Craft

UKCS United Kingdom Continental Shelf

Abbreviations, acronyms and meaning


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This guidance document has been developed by Step Change in Safety (SCiS) through a combined workgroup from across the oil and gas industry in order to facilitate regulatory expectation that TEMPSC familiarisation will take place by means of physical entry into the TEMPSC at offshore locations where personnel are working.

The workgroup included a number of our members from the duty holder community who were also joined by inspectors from the HSE. The main objective was to review current practices used across the UKCS specifically relating to TEMPSC familiarisation.

This publication, titled TEMPSC Familiarisation, has been specifically created by the workgroup, with the sole purpose of providing guidance on TEMPSC familiarisation for all workers offshore.

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has placed specific emphasis on duty holders to demonstrate realistic TEMPSC familiarisation for offshore personnel, should the TEMPSC be required to launch during an emergency evacuation. This emphasis has been due to operators interpreting the legal requirements of TEMPSC familiarisation in different ways.

Offshore TEMPSC entry on fixed installations for familiarisation purposes has reduced, largely due to the perception amongst offshore communities that TEMPSC entry is unsafe and to be avoided. This perception has been reinforced by historical TEMPSC incidents within industry (UKCS and overseas) associated with maintenance activities.

1. Introduction


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This document intends to standardise TEMPSC familiarisation across the oil and gas industry by outlining to duty holders how this can be achieved under controlled conditions, as well as meet regulatory expectations.

In this context TEMPSC familiarisation is defined as:

Providing the workforce with the knowledge and skills to safely and efficiently enter a TEMPSC so that the TEMPSC is correctly boarded and assistance can be provided to the Coxswain, as required, to facilitate safe and efficient TEMPSC launch.

Details of TEMPSC reliability improvements have also been provided to reassure the offshore workforce that TEMPSC entry is safe and provide confidence, should personnel be required to react to a demanding lifesaving evacuation of the installation.

The guidance is based upon current legislation, focusing specifically on Offshore Installations Prevention of Fire and Explosion, and Emergency Response (PFEER) Regulations 1995 Approved Code of Practice and Guidance, HSE Information sheets, HSE Inspection Guides and International Maritime Organisation (IMO) guidance.

Note: This guide for TEMPSC familiarisation is not aimed at showing personnel how to launch the craft. TEMPSC launching is the sole responsibility of a competent Coxswain.

2. Purpose


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3. Scope TEMPSC Familiarisation is applicable to all offshore personnel who may be required to use both Davit Launch and Free Fall TEMPSC on all fixed offshore Installations operating in the UKCS. The scope also includes;

• Floating Production Storage and Offloading Unit (FPSO)

• Floating Storage and Offloading Unit (FSO)

• Mobile Offshore installations (such as Production / Drilling / Flotel) when they are connected (during combined operations) to a fixed installation.

• Floating Production Vessel (FPV)

Note: During combined operations each duty holder may adopt their own method of TEMPSC familiarisation which should reflect the guidance provided within this document.

Exclusions:

• Mobile offshore installations which are not connected, fall within SOLAS regulations as well as PFEER.

• Emergency exercises and drills involving TEMPSC evacuation are excluded from this guidance document, the focus is primarily on TEMPSC familiarisation only.

Davit Launch Free Fall TEMPSC


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Preparing for emergencies within the offshore industry is primarily driven by proven competency through instruction and practical elements, supported by virtual familiarisation. TEMPSC evacuation is no different and requires a suitable level of knowledge to be able to react quickly and efficiently during a critical and time demanding situation. Personnel who have an appreciation of the TEMPSC internal arrangements and safety critical equipment will not only be able to assist the Coxswain under their command but be calm and confident in what may be a challenging situation. Realistic familiarisation can provide a number of advantages during an emergency, this is explained further in the HSE Offshore Information Sheet ‘Training for emergencies on offshore installations’:

“in the event of an emergency, offshore personnel may be required to make decisions and take rapid action to save their life, and the lives of others. To deal with such sudden and infrequent events, adequate and sufficiently realistic training is required”

It is necessary for offshore personnel to gain an awareness of the hazards they face and for their training to provide them with the skills, knowledge and practical experience necessary to conduct the tasks required in the demanding environment of an emergency. This applies to both those personnel who are required to deal with an emergency and for the rest of the workforce who may need to take emergency action to save themselves.

Realistic training will enable:

• improved identification and understanding of the hazards faced.

• a better assessment and management of the risks involved.

• improved competence from a greater understanding of the tasks to be performed, and the appropriate ways of undertaking them.

• the capabilities of individuals and the team to be determined.

• improvements in equipment or processes to be identified.

For those commencing a career offshore, initial TEMPSC familiarisation is covered during the BOSIET (Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training), whilst any further TEMPSC familiarisation is left to the duty holder to arrange. BOSIET provides a general understanding and experience of what is required and expected of personnel when offshore. Specific details will vary between installations and therefore duty holders should ensure that suitable and sufficient arrangements are in place to gain knowledge of the internal arrangement specific for each TEMPSC, for all offshore personnel.

Duty holders need to consider how realistic familiarisation could be delivered to new /and existing personnel working or visiting their installation. The approach may be a combination of classroom (visual) and practical elements, however to be fully familiarised, it is expected to include TEMPSC entry on the installation.

4. Preparing for emergencies


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The workgroup recognises the need for the workforce to have confidence in entering TEMPSC as part of the familiarisation process. The workgroup also wanted to acknowledge the safety improvements, related to TEMPSC, made across the industry, and the Maritime sector. This section provides detail on the benefits of receiving TEMPSC familiarisation and the safety improvements, which should assist in increasing worker confidence in TEMPSC entry.

5.1 Benefits of TEMPSC familiarisationTo improve workforce confidence in TEMPSC entry, duty holders and offshore personnel should first understand the benefits of TEMPSC familiarisation.

The main advantage of familiarisation is to prepare the workforce to react in a timely and effective manner during a demanding lifesaving evacuation of the installation.

This may be achieved by having a good understanding of the following but not limited to:

• Site specific TEMPSC mustering arrangements.

• TEMPSC entry and seating arrangements.

• Internal arrangements of the TEMPSC and the location of specific equipment.

• Securing the TEMPSC for launch and progressing the launch.

These are all important to a successful evacuation with multi personnel on board, in what could be a highly critical situation. Not having such knowledge, could be the difference between a successful and unsuccessful abandonment from the installation. This knowledge would provide personnel with a level of confidence to use the TEMPSC during an emergency evacuation, as well as supporting the Coxswain whose instructions must be understood and followed during a launch.

Repeated familiarisation with the TEMPSC on board systems, together with what personnel may be required to do (only on the instruction of the Coxswain), would build confidence and reassurance that the equipment is effective and reliable should an evacuation take place.

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5.2 Incidents involving TEMPSCDespite anecdotal statements made within industry, both the HSE and IMO data reflect that no injuries have occurred during TEMPSC familiarisation. The likelihood or potential for injury can be further reduced through improving workforce familiarity with TEMPSC at their specific worksite locations.

As mentioned previously the HSE confirmed there had been no RIDDOR reported incidents involving TEMPSC entry during familiarisation. They went on to report that during the period of 2003 – 2019 12 RIDDOR reportable incidents were recorded, listed below, all of which occurred during TEMPSC maintenance activities;

• 1 Fatality

• 3 minor injuries (cut head, cut to face & cut to finger)

• 8 reportable incidents with no injuries (dangerous occurrences, dropped objects etc.)

The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) also provides information to support that most accidents involving TEMPSC, fall under the following categories:

• Failure of on-load release mechanism.

• Inadvertent operation of on-load release mechanism.

• Inadequate maintenance of lifeboats, davits and launching equipment.

• Communication failures.

• Lack of familiarity with lifeboats, davits, equipment and associated controls.

• Unsafe practices during lifeboat drills and inspections.

• Design faults other than on-load release mechanisms.


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5.3 TEMPSC improvementsIn recent years, several TEMPSC improvements have been implemented to enhance personnel safety and confidence in entering the TEMPSC for maintenance and evacuation. In many respects operators have turned to the maritime industry for guidance relating to improving TEMPSC standards, which the HSE have incorporated into guidance, Research Reports and Offshore Safety Notices.

Big persons in lifeboats In 2008 the HSE provided guidance on the maximum weight allowed within the TEMPSC. Recognising that the average body weight of an individual (75Kg) had increased over the last 20 years to 98Kg (Inclusive of PPE), creating the potential to exceed the design loads and seating space. Duty holders were required to evaluate this in a number of ways:

• Limit the maximum number of persons in the TEMPSC to comply with the design load.

• Remove non-essential items of equipment to reduce the weight through a justified assessment.

• Replace the lifeboat and launch system with one which is designed to withstand the increased load.

• Revalidating (where possible) existing or modified lifeboat and launch system for a higher design load.

• Consider and take into account the weight of PPE used in a TEMPSC abandonment.

• Review seating arrangements – to cater for big persons.



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Davit Launched Lifeboat Release and Retrieval Systems (LRRS)To reduce the likelihood of unplanned releases, in 2011 the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) required for all LRRS on-load release mechanisms to comply with the guidance or be replaced or modified no later than 1 July 2019 (IMO 2011) with the purpose to prevent accidents occurring during TEMPSC launch, as well as recognising the need to establish a uniform, safe and documented standard. Figure 1, IMO (2016) illustrates the features that new and existing LRRS systems are required to meet:

• Stability of the hook system

• Locking arrangement

• Hydrostatic interlock

Figure 1, IMO standard for LRRS

A list of LRRS which have been approved within the UKCS has been provided in Appendix 1.

Further guidance was released in 2016 for the maintenance, thorough examination, operational testing, overhaul and repair of TEMPSC (IMO 2016). The HSE takes the opinion that the approach recommended by IMO can be considered reasonably practicable.

Coxswain competence

In 2008, OPITO released the Competence Assessment Standard – Industry guidance for Offshore Lifeboat Coxswain. The approved standard supplemented the initial Coxswain training course (OPITO Offshore Lifeboat Coxswain Training Standard) by adding the requirement for assessment at the worksite (on-the-job) by a competent person. The standard provides assurance that those skills are effective in the workplace and specific to the installations TEMPSC.


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To assist duty holders in the development of a TEMPSC familiarisation process the workgroup identified three important aspects for consideration:

• Planning the overall familiarisation process Section 6.1

• Implementation, when and to who familiarisation is intended for Section 6.2

• Content of onboard familiarisation process Section 6.3

In addition to these, there is an expectation that duty holders will implement suitable assurances to ensure TEMPSC familiarisation remains robust and current.

While developing this familiarisation guidance it became apparent that some duty holders have embraced advancements in technology such as high quality video, virtual reality programs and partial mock-ups to support their onboarding and familiarisation processes. It should be noted that while this may add to the quality of familiarisation given, it does not preclude the need for TEMPSC entry.

6. TEMPSC familiarisation



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Table 1 TEMPSC familiarisation - planning topics

Topics to Consider Points for Consideration

Control of Work Risk Assessment / Permit / Isolation Certificate (ICC) / Clarity of procedures

Unintentional Release Use of approved positive locking device and/ or restraint

Safe Loading / Unloading Weather conditions, potential for slips, trips and falls on TEMPSC entry and exit

Quality of familiarisation Number of personnel expected to enter the TEMPSC at any one time

Experience and Knowledge of Coxswain assigned to deliver the familiarisation

Setting expectations on the key deliverables of the Coxswain led familiarisation including engagement of POB

Stability of the TEMPSC Number of personnel in the TEMPSC, at any one time, and the positioning of personnel once in TEMPSC

Refreshing of familiarisation Optimum frequency of familiarisationMaterial and/or equipment changes (MOC) to TEMPSC arrangements

Uniformity of familiarisation Methodology for addressing adhoc/infrequent visitors Standardisation in content and use of pre-recorded & virtual media

Requirement for immediate familiarisation

Percentage of total POB, confirmed as having been familiarised, against those arriving on board who are in need of familiarisation in installation TEMPSC

Requirements for recording keeping Recording of familiarisation on specific assets and TEMPSC types

6.1 PlanningTEMPSC Familiarisation should be considered as a key part of preparing for an emergency. To assist duty holders in the development of this part of their plan the points detailed within Table 1 below are recommended for consideration.

The workgroup recognised that TEMPSC familiarisation should be facilitated by the Coxswain who has the required competency and familiarity with the TEMPSC on board systems. They are also well placed to advise personnel on what they may be required to do to support the boarding and launching operation (when specifically asked to do so by the Coxswain). The use of Coxswains in this way will assist in building confidence and reassurance, amongst the workforce, in the TEMPSC and, its equipment. Moreover, this familiarisation aids the Coxswains in their knowledge and ability to effectively lead TEMPSC boarding, launch and safe evacuation, in the event it is required.

TEMPSC familiarisation may also be used to support the duty holders Evacuation, Escape and Rescue (EER) plans. Further information on the regulatory expectations of EER may be found in the following document, BS EN ISO 15544:2010 Petroleum and natural gas industries - Offshore Production Installations – Requirements and guidelines for emergency response.


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6.2 Implementation As mentioned previously it is acknowledged that TEMPSC familiarisation may be provided via a combination of classroom, pre-recorded and practical mock-up elements. There is also an expectation that TEMPSC entry will form part of a full familiarisation process. Table 2 provides a summary of what duty holders should consider in terms of the frequency and personnel on board.

Note: Duty holders should have the ability to demonstrate that there are suitable and sufficient numbers of TEMPSC fully familiarised personnel onboard.

Table 2 TEMPSC familiarisation terms and definitions

Terms Definitions

Cohort – New Starts “Green Hat” workers, new to industry, or returning to an installation following an extended period of absence as defined in duty holders induction process.

Cohort – Core Crew Returning workers who have a long term scheduled rotation on the installation.

Cohort – Campaign Crew Workers who attend the installation to undertake an extended work campaign, such as drilling campaign, project assignment, shutdown work and or TAR where rotational work is expected.

Cohort – Ad-hoc Workers or visitors, with no scheduled rotation to return to the installation.

Initial Familiarisation Initial familiarisation undertaken as part of site induction including presentation/video on installation lifeboats, lifeboat locations and may not include TEMPSC entry.

Full Familiarisation In addition to initial familiarisation the individual has entered the installation lifeboat and been briefed onboard by the competent coxswain.

Full familiarisation should be completed as soon as reasonably practicable after arrival at the installation.

Frequency – New Starts On arrival at installation initial familiarisation process.

Frequency – Core Crew Minimum of full familiarisation every 12 months.

Frequency – Campaign Crew

Duty holder to assess new start/campaign numbers against full POB and TEMPSC allocation to assess whether immediate full familiarisation is required. If so, to be done as soon as practicable after arrival and thereafter in line with core crew.

Frequency – Ad-hoc Where duration of visit does not coincide with planned full familiarisation the duty holder should consider whether there are sufficient numbers of core crew who have been familiarised with the TEMPSC to affect an abandonment response should the need arise.

Familiarisation – Planned Process, all Cohorts

To assist the Coxswain with familiarisation, consideration should be given to creating standardised instruction sheets that provide details and instruction on specific TEMPSC models, including the entry and layout within the TEMPSC.

Planned activities associated with familiarisation may consist of a combination of the following:

Attending screening of pre-recorded TEMPSC video, animation and/ or classroom presentation.

Familiarisation – Opportunity Based

In addition to TEMPSC entry Installations with Freefall TEMPSC may use practical mock-up seats to allow for practical instruction with the seating position and fastening of seat harness.

General familiarity of the TEMPSC embarkation area can be, and often, is part of platform induction and can be given by a suitably trained Coxswain, Muster Controller, or Installation induction lead. This is not a replacement for onboard full familiarisation.

The above planned process may be further supported by taking an opportunity-based approach to familiarisation exercises during muster drills, ER scenarios and or when there is an availability of suitable Coxswains. The use of this approach will further assist in increasing worker confidence and reinforcement of TEMPSC practices.



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6.3 Content expected to be included in Coxswain familiarisationThe following table (table 3) lays out the expected content for onboard TEMPSC familiarisation to be given by a suitably trained coxswain. Appendix 2 provide examples of a coxswain familiarisation checklists.

Topic Specific consideration

The location and operation of equipment inside the installation’s survival craft in the event of being directed to operate them by Coxswain before and during launching

• Free-fall survival craft hydraulic release systems• On-load hook release lever and interlock/safety pin [Davit-launched craft]• Hydrostatic interlock lever [Davit-launched craft]• Winch brake remote release cable [Davit-launched craft]• Compressed air valve(s)• Deluge operation valve• Means of communications with emergency agencies

The location and use of other important equipment and fixtures on the installation’s TEMPSCs in the event of being directed to use/operate them by Coxswain

• Interior lighting switch• Hatches – their opening and making fast • Bilge drain plug • Bilge pumping arrangements• Emergency steering lever• EPIRB location transmission device• First aid equipment

Foreseeable problems during launching, and likely actions on direction by Coxswain

No specific considerations

How swift but controlled/safe access to all seating is to be achieved in emergency, and the use of restraint systems

• Freefall TEMPSC access and seating arrangement

Familiarisation with the necessary PPE required for those evacuating, and the effect of this on survival craft access, space and seat security

• Duty holder to specify what PPE requirements are for personnel entering TEMPSC – what they don and what should be carried

• Consideration of any storage requirement during launch e.g. lifejacket in freefall

Appreciation of the confined nature of the interior space, and the necessity for the balanced loading and unloading of particularly smaller, less stable craft

No Specific considerations

The loading of casualties / stretcher cases into survival craft.

For familiarisation there is no intent on any practical demonstration

Recovery/Disembarkation of personnel to ERRV

For familiarisation there is no intent on any practical demonstration

Table 3 Onboard TEMPSC familiarisation guide


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It is a requirement that duty holders ensure suitable and sufficient familiarisation with the entry, emergency equipment, internal layout and seating arrangements of the TEMPSC on their installation. This will help ensure that the workforce is equipped with the appropriate knowledge and skills to safely and efficiently enter a TEMPSC, strap in correctly and follow instructions as directed by the coxswain. Familiarisation, including TEMPSC entry should enhance workforce confidence and help facilitate an orderly evacuation from the installation, should this be necessary. This guidance captures key considerations to aid duty holders deliver adequate familiarisation and is intended to drive greater consistency across the industry and provide increased workforce confidence in TEMPSC entry. The workgroup recognised that TEMPSC technology and training methods will continue to evolve over time and therefore good practice will evolve. This guidance document is not intended to constrain improvements in how familiarisation is delivered. It is recommended that this guidance is reviewed every 5 years to ensure it remains up to date and relevant.

HSE (1998) Offshore Installations (Prevention of Fire and Explosion, and Emergency Response) Regulations 1995 Approved Code of Practise and Guidance L65. HMSO London.

HSE (2008) HSE information sheet Big persons in lifeboats Offshore Information Sheet No. 12/2008. HMSO London

IMO (2011) Guidance for Evaluation and Replacement of Lifeboat release and Retrieval Systems. International Maritime Organisation (IMO) MSC/Circ.1392

HSE (2014) Training for emergencies on offshore installations. Offshore Information Sheet No. 1/2014. HMSO London

IMO (2016) Requirements for Maintenance, Thorough Examination, Operational Testing, Overhaul and Repair of Lifeboats and Rescue Boats, Launching Appliances and Release Gear. International Maritime Organisation (IMO) MSC.402(96)

HSE (2007) RR599 – Overview of TEMPSC performance standards

HSE (2017) Ensuring adequate safety during davit lifeboat drills, testing and maintenance on UK offshore installations. Safety Notice Revised 2006. HMSO London

BS EN ISO 15544:2010 Petroleum and natural gas industries - Offshore Production Installations – Requirements and guidelines for emergency response

7. Conclusion

8. References

• Entry• Seating arrangements• Internal layout• Emergency equipment



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UK Approved Lifeboat Release and Retrieval Systems (LRRS)

Make Date compliance approved

BG-3R (original BG-3 Mk2) Compliant after modifiction 2013-06-08

BG-3R (original BG-3 S.S) Compliant after modifiction 2013-06-08

LHR12M2 and LHR12M2 with Training Lock 2012-08-31

LHR3.5M2 and LHR3.5M2 with Training Lock 2012-06-26



RocLoc 12 2013-05-23

RocLoc 13 2013-05-23

RocLoc 3 2013-06-27

RocLoc 6 2013-06-26

Safelaunch 4.5T 2012-03-01

Safelaunch 4.5TN 2012-11-21


Safelaunch 6T 2012-11-21

Safelaunch 8.5T 2012-03-01


Triple 5 Model TF555-111-15 2012-05-09

*This list is for information purposes only and may not be up to date. Newer lifeboat release and retrieval systems certified as per the requirements of SOLAS regulations III/1.5, may be available, although not listed here.

Appendix 1


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Appendix 2Example content for Coxswain delivering TEMPSC familiarisation

Location Objective Action X

Outside the TEMPSC

Provide workforce with an understanding of the familiarisation training.

• Introductions

• Explain to workforce that the TEMPSC familiarisation will mainly take place inside the TEMPSC itself

• Explain that in the event of an emergency and the preferred means of evacuation (Helicopter) is not available, then personnel on board will need to evacuate via the installations TEMPSC.

• Explain that because of this, everyone must be familiar with loading inside the TEMPSC as well as be familiar with the equipment, in order to evacuate quickly from the installation.

• Explain that the workforce does NOT replace the Coxswain, and will not be expected to launch the TEMPSC in a real emergency.

• Instead the familiarisation is to ensure that personnel have a full appreciation of the internal arrangements and what to expect should they may be asked to assist the Coxswain during the craft launch.

• Explain that the Coxswain may ask personnel to assist with equipment inside the TEMPSC, others will need to remain seated and put on the restraint system.

• Explain, all of which will need to be completed in a calm and controlled manner. This cannot be achieved unless personnel are fully aware of what may be expected of them on the day.

• Explain that if the evacuation launch is carried out correctly and reacted quickly, it could make the difference between a successful and unsuccessful launch.

Outside the TEMPSC

Provide workforce with reassurance on the application of the physical restraining device (if applicable)

TEMPSC is safe to load

• Show the workforce that the restraining device has been fitted and has been verified by the platform management team (if applicable).

• Explain that the physical restraining device will not be fitted in a real emergency and will always be left unattached, ready for an evacuation launch (if applicable).

• Explain that maintenance physical restraining device is only applied under maintenance, inspection and familiarisation training (if applicable).

• Explain that the physical restraining device has been applied – but that weight has not been transferred from the fall wires onto the restraining device – this is to prevent movement of the TEMPSC during loading (if applicable).

• Show personnel that the Coxswain will check below and above the TEMPSC to ensure that it is safe to launch.

• Explain that once the physical restraining device is applied, the TEMPSC cannot be launched (if applicable).



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Example content for Coxswain delivering TEMPSC familiarisation continued


Outside the TEMPSC

Show delegate(s) the location of Lifejackets

• Explain to delegates that (wherever possible) warm clothing is required prior to entering the TEMPSC.

• Show delegate(s) the location of the lifejackets and that these are required to be donned prior to entering the TEMPSC in an emergency (not during training).

• Abandonment suits / Survival suits are NOT to be worn and not required. Explain that the risk to entering the sea is minimal. Donning survival suits/abandonment suits could waste time evacuating and personnel are far likely to suffer heat stress and not be able to manoeuver effectively.

• However, due to the low risk of entering the water through transfer from TEMPSC to the Rescue Craft, a lifejacket will be worn.

Loading inside the TEMPSC

Highlight to delegate(s) - safe access & egress into the TEMPSC

• Explain to delegates(s) that whilst loading the TEMPSC to take care, highlighting obvious slips, trips and falls. To take precautions when entering the TEMPSC door.

• Explain that due to the application of the physical restraining device the TEMPSC is likely to move slightly once inside and that balanced loading is required when entering and exiting (if applicable).

• Explain that there will be little space to manoeuver around.

• Open the TEMPSC door and indicate where the delegate(s) will sit.

• Assist personnel inside the TEMPSC.

Inside the TEMPSC

Show delegate(s) seating arrangements and what first actions to take

• Explain that once seated the seat restraint must be applied.

• Explain the necessity to remain calm at all times and be quiet.

• Explain that in most cases the Coxswain will have already carried out a number of checks in order to safely launch the TEMPSC. However, should there be an occasion where personnel are already within the TEMPSC, the coxswain will require concentration to do this.

• Explain that where the coxswain will need assistance with such checks, the commands need to be heard.

• Show delegates where the sea sickness tablets are kept.

Inside the TEMPSC

Show delegates the internal arrangements – should they be called to use it by the Coxswain

• Show the delegate(s) the following equipment.

• Reiterate that the equipment will ONLY be used in the event of an emergency evacuation AND on the command of the Coxswain.

• Interior lighting switch

• Compressed air valve(s)

• Deluge Operation valve

• Winch brake remote release cable

• On-load hook release lever and interlock safety pin / hydrostatic interlock lever (Not to be removed until the Coxswain has confirmed in the water) – Only on the command of the Coxswain.

• Hatches – their opening and making fast

• Bilge drain plug

• Bilge pumping arrangements

• Emergency steering lever


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Example content for Coxswain delivering TEMPSC familiarisation continued


Inside the TEMPSC

Show delegates first aid and casualty arrangements

• First aid equipment

• The loading of casualties / stretcher cases into the TEMPSC.

Inside the TEMPSC

Show delegates emergency communication means

• Means of communication with emergency agencies

• EPIRB (Emergency Position-indicating Radio Beacon) location transmission device

• Ask delegates if they have any questions about the equipment.

Unloading TEMPSC

Highlight to delegate(s) - safe access & egress into the TEMPSC

• Explain to delegates(s) that when unloading the TEMPSC to take care, highlighting obvious slips, trips and falls. To take precautions when exiting the TEMPSC door.

• Explain that due to the application of the physical restraining device the TEMPSC is likely to move slightly during disembarkation (If applicable).

Outside the TEMPSC

Summary of Familiarisation training

• Ask delegate(s) if they have any questions.

• Recap that in the event of an emergency evacuation, personnel must remain calm and follow the commands from the Coxswain.

• Should the Coxswain require personnel to assist with the TEMPSC launch with the equipment shown, they should do so ONLY on the instruction by the Coxswain.

• Remind delegate(s) that this training is to SUPPORT the Coxswain not to replace the Coxswain. Personnel will not be expected to launch the craft.



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Example TEMPSC entry familiarisation – check sheet

Section Activity Completed

01DVD Familiarisation Training• Provide delegates with TEMPSC DVD

02PRACTICAL FAMILIARISATION – SPECIFIC TO THE INSTALLATIONOutside the TEMPSC• Provide delegates with an understanding of the training to be undertaken.

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Outside the TEMPSC• Provide delegates with an overview of the safe implementation methodology of the training (Pendants,

checking, removal)

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Outside the TEMPSC• Advise delegates that warm clothing is required;• Advise delegates of location of life jackets, which are mandatory;• Advise delegates that abandonment/flight suits are not required;

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Loading into the TEMPSC• Provide safe entry information. Explain that space will be limited;• Open TEMPSC door and indicate seating arrangements;• Assist personnel into TEMPSC;

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Inside the TEMPSC – Seating and First Actions• Apply seat restraint;• Emphasise requirement to remain calm and quiet; the Coxswain will require concentration to carry out pre-

launch and launch activities and to issue commands;• Advise delegates where the seasickness tablets are stored; delegates shall be advised to take as soon as

possible;

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Inside the TEMPSC – First Aid and Casualty• Show the delegate(s) the following equipment;• Interior lighting switch;• Compressed air valve(s);• Deluge Operation valve;• Winch brake remote release cable;• On-load hook release lever and interlock safety pin / Hydrostatic interlock lever (Not to be removed until the

Coxswain has confirmed in the water) – Only on the command of the Coxswain;• Hatches – their opening and making fast;• Bilge drain plug;• Bilge pumping arrangements;• Emergency steering lever;• First aid equipment;• The loading of casualties / stretcher cases into the TEMPSC;

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Inside the TEMPSC – First Aid and Casualty• Means of communication with emergency agencies;• EPIRB location transmission device;• Ask delegates if they have any questions about the equipment;

09Unloading the TEMPSC – Safe Egress• Care on exiting the TEMPSC. Mind slips, trips and falls;

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Outside the TEMPSC – Training Summary• Recap the need to remain calm during process;• Always obey the commands of the Coxswain; do not initiate action unless instructed by the Coxswain or he/

she is incapacitated;• Any Questions;

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