OPITO Minimum Industry Safety Training (MIST)

MIST: Essential Safety Training for the Offshore Industry

Lerus Training offers the OPITO Minimum Industry Safety Training (MIST), a crucial program for offshore workers in the oil and gas industry. This OPITO-approved training course is designed to introduce fundamental safety elements and raise awareness of major accident hazards, workplace hazards, and control of work practices in offshore environments. The MIST program is particularly vital for new entrants to the offshore oil and gas sector, providing them with an appreciation of potential hazards and the necessary risk management strategies. Delegates participating in the MIST course will gain knowledge and understanding of personal safety and emergency rescue and recovery procedures, essential for working offshore in the UK Continental Shelf. The course is structured to ensure that offshore workers are equipped with the skills to identify and control workplace hazards, thereby enhancing safety in high-risk offshore environments.

OPITO: Setting Global Standards in Offshore Safety Training

The MIST training course at Lerus Training is a comprehensive programme that covers key safety elements for offshore workers. It includes modules on helicopter safety, major accident hazards, and risk assessment, ensuring that delegates are well-prepared for the unique challenges of working offshore. The course is aimed at both new entrants and experienced offshore workers, providing them with the latest safety knowledge and practices. Upon successful completion of the course, delegates receive a valid OPITO MIST initial or further training certificate, valid for four years. This accreditation underscores the delegate's commitment to maintaining high safety standards while working offshore in the oil and gas industry. Lerus Training's MIST course is an essential step for anyone looking to work or continue working offshore in the UK, ensuring they are well-versed in the latest safety protocols and risk management techniques.

In Indonesia, the OPITO Minimum Industry Safety Training (MIST) serves as a foundational introductory course, crucial for personnel embarking on their journey in the offshore oil and gas industry. This two-day course, meticulously designed to cover the fundamental safety elements found on offshore installations, is pivotal for instilling a deep appreciation of the potential hazards and the necessary controls that might be encountered while working offshore. The MIST training course in Indonesia emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility for safety, aiming to positively influence the behavior and attitude of delegates towards their co-workers, the installation, and the environment. By focusing on key safety elements such as major accident hazards, workplace hazards, and personal safety, the course ensures that all offshore personnel, whether new or experienced, are well-prepared prior to travelling offshore.

For experienced offshore workers in Indonesia looking to renew their MIST certification, the course offers an online refresher option, allowing workers to renew their MIST certification every four years. This online training, available through Lerus Training, provides a convenient and efficient way for offshore workers in Indonesia to maintain their valid OPITO MIST initial or further training certificate. The course content, accessible online, includes comprehensive modules on risk management, control of work, and helicopter safety, among others, ensuring that all participants, upon completion of the course, leave with a valid MIST certificate and an enhanced understanding of the basic offshore safety principles. This OPITO-approved course in Indonesia is essential for ensuring the safety and competency of personnel working offshore in the UK oil and gas industry, reinforcing the sector's commitment to maintaining high safety standards.