Description

The ICS Helicopter Operation Procedures for Ships course is based on the best-selling Guide to Helicopter/Ship Operations, which is the industry standard best practice guide for shipping companies, ships’ crew and helicopter operators.  

Using interactive content, scenarios and videos, this ICS Helicopter Operation Procedures for Ships course helps ship’s crews involved in helicopter/ship operations become familiar with the important technical aspects of these complex operations and understand their roles in the task. 

The ICS Helicopter Operation Procedures for Ships course complements the ICS Guide to Helicopter/Ship Operations and provides crews with the latest guidance on standardised procedures and encourages safe and efficient performance in the field. The course reflects the most up-to-date advice from industry experts in both the maritime and aviation sectors. 

Content

1. Assigning roles and responsibilities to the ship's crew
2. Considerations before operations
3. Selecting winching and landing locations
4. Preparing for arrival
5. Communicating before arrival
6. Communicating during operations
7. Managing freight and passenger transfers
8. Managing marine pilot transfers
9. Responding to emergencies

Learning outcomes

By the end of this course, learners will be able to: 

• Discuss the different responsibilities of the ship’s crew for helicopter operations
• List the risks associated with helicopter operations
• Discuss the environmental factors that affect helicopter operations
• Examine the different locations that can be used for winching and / or landing operations and their constraints
• Describe how to prepare for a helicopter winching and / or landing operation
• Identify the pre-arrival checks that need to be conducted before helicopter operations
• Describe the requirements for specific ship types to conduct helicopter operations
• Describe the information the helicopter will need to be given to ensure safe operations
• Select the correct phraseology to be used with the helicopter according to the standard maritime communication phrases (SMCP)
• Describe the safe handling of freight
• Detail safe procedures for the embarkation and disembarkation of passengers
• Recognise the safety considerations for marine pilot transfer operations
• Describe the procedures in the event of the of helicopter emergencies.