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Basic Survival Training (BST)

Sep 5, 2023 - Sep 8, 2023

Training Overview

This program is designed to provide all offshore and shore-based personnel employed within an oil / gas specific industry with a basic understanding of the hazards and mitigation controls associated with working in an offshore environment.  The program will provide training specific to offshore emergency response procedures and equipment and meets the requirements as listed in the: Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers (CAPP); Atlantic Canada Offshore Petroleum Industry:  Standard Practice for the Training and Qualifications of Personnel; Mandatory Safety Training for All Petroleum Installations; and Personal Safety Training.

Training Duration and Timings

Approximately 40 hours of training completed over 5 days.

Classes run from 0800 to 1630 (time can be altered if necessary). Trainees absent from any component of the program will not be issued a certification until they have completed all requirements.

Trainees are expected to be in a good state of health and physically capable of fully taking part in all practical exercises.