Helicopter Landing Officer (HLO) Course

The objectives of the helicopter landing officer (HLO) training is to equip the delegate with the initial knowledge, understanding and skills required to perform the role of Offshore Helicopter Landing Officer (HLO) safely and effectively. Upon completion, delegates should be able to:

•  Effectively carry out the functions of HLO.

•  Manage the helideck and helideck assistant effectively.

•  Communicate with signs, sounds and visuals during helicopter landing and take off.

•  Understand the requirements for helideck checks.

•  Be able to list minimum equipment required.

•  Understand hand signals in use on the helideck.

•  Understand the need for control of cranes and vessels.

•  Have discussed the minimum requirements for PPE.

•  Have an understanding of safety implications for movement on the helideck.