Helicopter operations, Deck party tasks

Whether helicopters are used offshore, in commercial air transport or in ariel work, maneuvering and take off or landing are the phases of flight where the greatest number of accidents occur.

With an ever-growing number of flights to ships the danger of accidents increases year on year.

Careful preparation of the helicopter landing or winching area together with well executed handling procedures and preparation for emergencies minimizes the danger to the ship, its crew and the helicopter.

In this course, Helicopter operations, ship deck party tasks, seafarers learn how to effectively assist in preparations for helicopter arrival, safely deal with cargo and passengers and make emergency preparations.

Learning objectives:

• Assist in the preparation of the helicopter landing area or helideck for operations
• Assist in the safe loading and unloading of cargo and embarkation or disembarkation of passengers
• Assist in preparations for emergencies