Petans Ltd, based in Norwich in the UK, has been the benchmark for professional safety and survival training for the offshore industry for over 40 years. Their relationship with SEFtec began in 2018 and continues to this day.

Every offshore worker undergoes regular HUET training. It is to prepare them for something that will hopefully never happen. What would it look like if it ever did happen? Would you remember your training?

When Mr. Ferdinand Agu, former Director General of the National Maritime Authority (NMA), now Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) , and the Hydrographer of the Nigerian Navy, Rear Admiral Ayo Olugbode, visited the Maritime Academy of Nigeria (MAN), Oron in Akwa Ibom, both men expressed admiration at the transformation they saw.

Because there is the one consideration that should never be overlooked during training: SAFETY.

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The Global Wind Organisation (GWO) sets training standards for those wishing to work in the wind industry. As wind turbines increase rapidly in height, it is of utmost importance that employees are well-versed in advanced rescue techniques. Accidents or emergencies, whether caused by technical malfunctions, extreme weather conditions, or medical emergencies, may require immediate response and the ability to rescue colleagues from precarious situations.

The Polish Sea Rescue Training Centre at the Maritime University of Szczecin has selected a SEFtec HUET and jib to complete their training facility. A competitive tender process was implemented earlier this year to find the ideal supplier. SEFtec, through their local partners Parasnake, were chosen for the prestigious installation.

The Global Wind Organisation (GWO) sets training standards for those wishing to work in the wind industry. The GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) standard is intended for all workers to ensure their safety while performing their duties. The BST standard has 5 modules, each of which is focused on the needs of workers in a Wind Turbine Generator (WTG) environment.

A traditional HUET is submerged before its buoyancy rolls it. This offers excellent initial training in exit procedures. However, during a controlled ditching, a helicopter would land on the water surface. Then, due to its inherent instability, it can very easily flip over. In this case the cabin is submerged after the helicopter rolls.

Here is Leanne Farrell, Associate Director of the National Offshore Wind Institute (NOWI) at Bristol Community College giving some more details on the new GWO Sea Survival Training Facility supplied by SEFtec.

Jennifer Menard, Vice President of Economic & Business Development for the National Offshore Wind Institute (NOWI) spoke recently about how they future-proofed their new offshore wind training facility by including a SEFtec HUET trainer.

Kersten Training Academy has taken delivery of a SEFtec Modular Training Unit (MTU) at their facility on the Staatsolie site in Paramaribo, Suriname. The facility will be Suriname’s first OPITO-approved training facility, offering a wide range of courses, including BOSIET and HUET courses.

The January 2022 issue of Singapore’s ‘Police Life Magazine’ features a two-page spread on their latest training technology; an Underwater Egress Training System (UETS) custom designed by SEFtec to replicate the PK Interceptor boats used by their elite Special Task Squadron.

“I strongly believe that the officers’ confidence is the most crucial element that helps them to be mentally prepared for such situations. This is also a crucial capability that the UETS helps to build through the repeated drills we conduct,” shared SI Adrian.

Station Inspector (SI) Mohamed Joppri Bin Harpawi from PCG remarked: “The UETS has enabled our officers to carry out drills in a realistic setting, greatly enhancing our training methodology as our officers get to perfect their drills in responding to probable exigencies.”

SI Alen Ho from PCG echoed his colleague’s comments, saying: “The UETS equips officers with emergency response knowledge and skills required in the event of a boat capsize situation. It provides a realistic training platform to prepare officers on the egress drill as well as to develop officers’ confidence.”

The MoD of Qatar has posted a video showing their Naval Special Forces training in the custom HUET delivered by SEFtec Group. In slow motion, the distinctive engine cover is seen being lowered into the blacked-out pool. Inside, trainees take their last big breath before submerging, flipping upside down and then making their escape.

The SEFtec minibus fire prop is a life-sized replica of a minibus with five gas-fueled fires integrated into it. The prop features hinged and sliding passenger doors as well as rear luggage compartment. The cabin interior includes a drivers seat complete with steering column, front passenger seat and four rows of rear cabin seating with over-head luggage racks.

A helicopter fire prop is a specialist fire training prop which replicates various fire and rescue scenarios of a helicopter that experiences a heavy landing. The SEFtec Helicopter Fire Prop is a life-sized replica of a helicopter, complete with interior seating.

A dunker (also called a HUET, helo dunker, or ditcher) is a type of helicopter simulator that replicates the helicopter’s cabin. It is specifically designed to be submerged into a pool and filled with water. Not only does the dunker submerge in the water, but it can also rotate to replicate what can happen in a real water landing.

Having been serving our global customer base for almost 20 years, we recently decided to draw up a map showing how much of the world we have worked in. As you can see from the map, we have been busy…

Earlier this summer, SEFtec delivered two advanced fire training props to Petans Ltd in Norwich, UK. The props, a helicopter fire prop and a minibus fire prop, add to the extensive suite of SEFtec fire training props already in use on the prestigious site. Both props are gas-fueled, allowing advanced control and integrated safety features.

When the Irish Air Corps required a BA training building, SEFtec Group designed and delivered a bespoke facility to their exact requirements. The 240m2 facility, spread over 2 floors provides a highly challenging environment.