
Online OPITO International Minimum Industry Safety Training (IMIST) Further- code 5313
HOW TO BOOK YOUR COURSE
As this is an online course, you can do it anytime!
Click on the ADD TO BASKET button which will take you to your basket where you can check you have booked the correct course. Checkout and make payment to Offshore Africa Training Centre using the banking details provided on your order. Once the funds have cleared in our account, we will register you with MINTRA to do the course you have ordered. You will then receive an email link from Mintra allowing you to access your e-learning portal. You need to allow yourself 5 hours to do the online course. As soon as you have completed the course, Mintra will email you a completion certificate, where after OPITO will email you an official OPITO certificate a few days later.
Course Objectives:
Product Structure:
To achieve the International Minimum Industry Safety Training (IMIST) Further, the learner will need to complete the 9 mandatory units.
Unit Code | Unit Title |
OIS-253 | Introduction to the Hazardous Environment |
OIS – 421 | Working safely including safety observation systems – Further |
OIS – 422 | Understanding the risk assessment process – Further |
OIS – 423 | Tasks that require permit to work – Further |
OIS-257 | Personal responsibility in maintaining asset integrity |
OIS – 424 | Using manual handling techniques everyday – Further |
OIS – 425 | Controlling the use of hazardous substances – Further |
OIS-260 | Knowledge and practices of working at height |
OIS-261 | Being aware of mechanical lifting activities |
Course Length:
4 hours
Cost
R2100,00
Validity:
4 years
Prerequisites:
Learners must possess:
- a) A valid OPITO IMIST Initial or valid OPITO IMIST Further training certificat
Or
- b) A valid OPITO Vantage number And
c) Have previously worked offshore*
*Learners are required to complete a declaration prior to course commencement confirming prior offshore work experience, including details of their last offshore trip, to include asset name, location and dates.
This OPITO-approved course can be completed online with identity verification. Before you can access the course, you will be asked to complete an identity verification check followed by an OPITO registration form. The course cannot be accessed until both steps are completed.
For the identity verification check, you will need a picture ID, such as a passport or driving license, and a smartphone.
System Requirements:
Internet Access – Users will need a computer or device with a web browser and an internet connection.
System – Runs on desktop computers and tablets. Microsoft Windows 7, 8 and 10 and MAC OS. Apple Tablets running IOS 11
Browser – Runs on Edge, Chrome, Firefox and Safari, no plug-ins required
Minimum browser size – 1024×672
Audio – Requires speaker or headphones
Suitable for smartphones
Fitness:
There are no specific medical requirements for this course, although personnel must have a current offshore medical certificate before being allowed to work offshore
Certificate:
OPITO IMIST (International Minimum Industry Safety Training) Further – On completion of the course, you will automatically receive a Mintra certificate and this will then be replaced with the OPITO – approved certificate usually within two business days.
Course Content
This Product covers the key safety elements required by all employees working in the energy industry. It also ensures the knowledge and understanding of these basic safety elements are maintained and current amongst the existing workforce
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