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MIST (Minimum Industry Safety Training) Course - OPITO approved

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Duration: 240 minutes
Experience Level: Intermediate
Accreditation: CPD, OPITO
Category: Health & Safety
Sector: Oil & Gas
Price: £51.00 exc. local taxes

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Further Information - MIST (Minimum Industry Safety Training) Course - OPITO approved

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Description

OPITO Minimum Industry Safety Training (MIST) Further (Code: 5311) is the learning and assessment programme for experienced offshore workers to renew their MIST certification every four years.

You can complete your MIST online if you have a Vantage POB number and you have previously worked offshore in the UK Continental Shelf (UKCS) or internationally.

You can also renew your MIST online if you already have a valid OPITO MIST Initial or valid OPITO MIST Further training certificate.

Your 4-year OPITO MIST Further Training (Code 5311) certificate will be provided by email upon completion of the course. Existing MIST certificates can be renewed up to three months in advance of the expiry date. Your new MIST certificate will be valid for four years from the previous expiry date.

This three-hour eLearning course includes assessment and content on five key areas:

Major Accident Hazards
Workplace Hazards and Personal Safety
Risk Management
Control of Work
Helicopter Safety

The MIST Online course requires a 100% pass mark. This means that all the assessment questions must be answered correctly before you can receive your certificate. The technology in MIST Online will remember which questions you failed and will present you again with the related content again and a different set of questions to confirm your understanding. This process will continue until all questions are answered correctly and the course is complete.

Learning Objectives

Summarise the types of offshore work environments, the activities undertaken in each, and how each is supported
Outline Major Accident Hazards in the oil and gas industry
Describe refuge and evacuation procedures
Outline the legislation surrounding the offshore oil and gas environments
Describe the main features and considerations of a safety case
Describe what safety-critical elements are and their importance to safety
Describe an individual's contribution to the safety case, Major Accident Hazard management, and maintenance of safety-critical elements
Describe the use of barrier models to demonstrate potential weaknesses in systems
Outline the concept of asset integrity
Recognise the importance of considering design and construction pedigree to asset integrity
Describe what is meant by process safety, personal safety, hazardous areas, ignition risks and loss of primary containment
Describe the responsibilities of the employer and employee for asset integrity
Identify typical offshore workplace hazards and relevant legislation, guidelines, and company procedures
Describe typical confined space work and the associated hazards
Describe typical working at height situations, the hierarchy for managing and selecting equipment and the associated hazards
Describe different types of suspended loads and their associated hazards
Describe the use of high-pressure systems and equipment and the associated hazards
Describe the hazards associated with flammable and explosive atmospheres, and the need for specialised equipment
Give examples of moving and energised equipment and the associated hazards
Identify sources of chemicals and other hazardous substances used offshore, recognise ways in which personnel may encounter them, and explain possible sensitisation effects
Describe typical information provided on chemical product labels and the purpose of the safety data sheet (SDS) and recognise the main chemical hazard warning symbols
Describe the elements of a good individual lift, and the associated manual handling hazards and controls
Identify mechanical lifting aids and their associated risks
Give examples of different types of lift plans and describe the elements of an effective team lift
Describe the hazards associated with dropped objects and the control methods employed to minimise them
Identify the source, effect and control of vibration hazards
Identify examples of safety-critical equipment and the authorisation required to override or disable it
Identify sources of noise hazards and give examples of how they are controlled
Identify slips, trips, and falls as hazards and identify how they are controlled
Outline process safety
Describe the main concerns surrounding fatigue
Describe the history of the IOGP life-saving rules, recognise those relevant to offshore work, and outline the responsibilities of individuals
Recall typical workplace hazard statistics and describe how workplace hazards and risks are mitigated in the offshore environment
Recognise that company-specific life-saving rules exist and the importance of being familiar with them
Select appropriate personal protective clothing and equipment (PPE) for the type of work being undertaken
Recognise the importance of taking a 'time out for safety' before commencing a task and how personal actions might degrade safety
Appreciate that subsequent incidents may differ and that mitigating risk may also create new risks
Recognise the role different factors play in hazard prevention
Outline the role of safety committees, safety meetings, and the safety representative in the safety management system
Define key risk assessment terminology
Describe the hierarchy of control and typical control measures taken to manage risks
Describe the concepts of risk assessment and techniques
Describe the steps taken in a typical risk assessment process and how to use a risk matrix to conduct a risk assessment
Explain the application of controls to make risks as low as is reasonably practicable (ALARP)
Explain the need for dynamic risk assessment
State what toolbox talks are and when and how they are held
Recognise the safety activities and documentation associated with risk management
Define the term 'management of change' and the consequences of poorly managed change
Describe the objectives of company-specific risk intervention systems, and the importance of reporting incidents to appropriate personnel and for lessons learned
Describe how to carry out a risk intervention and complete a risk intervention card, and the right and duty of the employee to intervene
Outline the principles of a safety management system
Recognise the safety activities and documentation associated with a safety management system
Explain incident and near-miss reporting and the benefits of reporting, investigating, and root cause analysis
Describe the importance of shift handover procedures
Outline the audit process
State the principles, objectives, and essential rules of the permit to work (PTW) system
Identify the different types of permit, describe the process and personnel surrounding their generation, and use

FAQ's

Do I qualify to do OPITO MIST online?
MIST Online (Code 5311) is for experienced offshore personnel working in the UK Continental Shelf (UKCS). The requirements for completing MIST Online are as follows:
- You must have a valid Vantage POB number
- You must have worked offshore before (UK or International)
You can also renew your MIST online if you already have a valid OPITO MIST Initial or valid OPITO MIST Further training certificate.

If you do not meet the above criteria then you should enrol for the 2-day classroom version of the course. You can find your local training provider at www.opito.com. If you are unsure whether to do the online or classroom course, contact your employer or the operator of the asset you will be visiting/working on and they will be able to advise you further.

Note: If you have previously done the MIST 2-day classroom course and it is now due to expire following 4 years' validity, then you are also eligible to do the MIST online refresher course.
Do you need MIST to work offshore?

OPITO states that the MIST course is 'highly recommended' for anyone working offshore in the UK and, Since 2009, it is expected that anyone working offshore in the UK has a valid MIST certificate. The MIST Online training is the learning and assessment programme for experienced offshore workers to renew their MIST certification every four years.
What is the validity period for an OPITO MIST Certificate?

Your 4-year OPITO MIST Further Training (Code 5311) certificate will be provided by email upon completion of the course. Existing MIST certificates can be renewed up to three months in advance of the expiry date. Your new MIST certificate will be valid for four years from the previous expiry date.
What is the cost of MIST Online?

The MIST Online course costs £51 excluding VAT (£61.20 including VAT) and is valid for 4 years from the day of completing the course.
How long does the online course take?

Depending on your current level of safety knowledge and awareness, the course duration differs person to person. We would advise allocating 5 hours to complete the course, but the average completion time is around 3 hours. You can stop the course at any point and return to it at a later date if required. The course will remember your progress in each module and therefore you will not lose any of your prior work.
What topics are covered in OPITO MIST?
There are 5 modules in the OPTIO MIST standard:
- Major Accident Hazards
- Workplace Hazards & Personal Safety
- Risk Management
- Control of Work
- Helicopter Safety
You can sit the modules in any order and you can also jump out of a current module and start / continue with another one. You are in full control!
Why is there an optional Pre-Assessment?

The pre-assessment is designed to test your existing knowledge and only provide you with the learning content that you need. At the start of each module, you will be offered this optional pre-assessment on the learning objectives in that module. Each question you get correct will be followed by a second question to rule out the 'luck factor', if you correctly answer both questions the content related to that learning objective will be removed from the course. The more questions you get right in the pre-assessment, the shorter the course becomes. If you are keen to see all the content for a particular module, just select the 'skip pre-assessment' option when it is offered to you.
How do I get my OPITO MIST Certificate?

A printable certificate in PDF format will be provided at the end of the course and results will be uploaded to Vantage within 24 hours of completion. Should you misplace your certificate or forget your renewal date you can retrieve it at www.mist-online.com by entering your details in the 'Learner Access' section and selecting 'Verify Your Certificate'. Please note that if you completed the classroom version of OPITO MIST previously then you should still be able to check your completion date on this portal but you will not be able to retrieve your actual certificate. To retrieve your classroom certificate please contact the training centre where you completed the course. If you have any issues retrieving your classroom completion date on our website then please contact OPITO on 01224 787800 or email reception@opito.com.
Can I purchase multiple licences on behalf of my Company?

Yes, you can. You can purchase course licenses and assign them to your colleagues by adding their names, vantage numbers and email addresses at checkout. Each license will cost £61.20 including VAT.
What hardware do I need to do MIST Online?

The MIST Online course is compatible with most mainstream tablets, desktops and laptop computers. We do not recommend undertaking the course on mobile phones.

MIST online can be done from any location that provides internet access at a recommended 300Kb/sec. To check your internet access speed, visit www.broadbandspeedchecker.co.uk

Please do remember that you will need sound enabled (through your speakers or headphone) as MIST does contain spoken text.
What Operating Systems does MIST support?

MIST supports the following Operating Systems:

Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, Mac OSx
What browser can I use to access MIST?
MIST is supported on the following Internet Browsers:
- Internet Explorer version 9 or higher
- Google Chrome version 23 or higher
- Firefox version 18 or higher
- Safari version 6 or higher
How do I get a Vantage POB number?

The Vantage POB system is provided to oil and gas operators to track and certify personnel at onshore and offshore installations. If you don't have a Vantage number, please contact OPITO on 01224 787800 or email reception@opito.com.

Assessment

A pre-assessment tests existing knowledge and structures the course with only the required learning content. Incorrect answers will regenerate the related content again and an alternative question until all questions are correct and the 100% pass mark is reached.

System Requirements

Web browser (size 1024x672) and internet connection required
Desktop computers and tablets only (not suitable for smartphones). MS Windows 7, 8, and 10 and MAC OS. Apple Tablets running IOS 11.
Browser - Edge, IE11, Chrome, Firefox, and Safari (no plug-ins required)
Requires speakers or headphones

Accreditation

This course is CPD accredited. Established in 1996, The CPD Certification Service is the largest and leading independent CPD accreditation organisation working across all industry sectors. www.cpuk.co.uk

This course is OPITO accredited. OPITO is the global, not-for-profit, skills body for the energy industry and has been setting standards since 1991 to help improve workforce safety and competence. www.opito.com

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