BOSIET & HUET (Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training)
Comprehensive offshore survival training including helicopter underwater escape, sea survival, firefighting, and first aid. Required for all offshore workers.
Quick Facts
$1,500 – $2,500
3–4 days
4 years (then FOET refresher every 4 years, $800–$1,500, 1–2 days)
Classroom instruction plus intensive hands-on practical exercises in pool facilities
Valid offshore medical certificate (physical exam including fitness, vision, hearing, lung function). Must be a competent swimmer.
Who Needs This Certification
Anyone working on offshore platforms, drillships, FPSOs, or jack-up rigs. Required before your first helicopter ride to an offshore facility.
Where to Get Certified
- Falck Safety Services (Houston, Lafayette)
- RelyOn Nutec (Houston, multiple international locations)
- Survival Systems International
- OPITO-approved training centers worldwide
- International locations: Aberdeen, Stavanger, Singapore, Lagos
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HUET (Helicopter Underwater Escape Training)?
You are strapped into a simulated helicopter cabin called the Dunker, which is lowered into a pool, flipped upside down, and submerged. You must release your harness, orient yourself, push out a window, and swim to the surface — while disoriented and holding your breath. You repeat this multiple times, including with blacked-out goggles simulating zero visibility. It is the most physically and mentally challenging part of BOSIET.
What if I'm afraid of water or confined spaces?
Mild apprehension is normal and instructors are experienced at helping nervous trainees succeed. However, severe claustrophobia, panic disorder in water, or inability to swim may prevent you from completing the course. The offshore medical exam screens for conditions that could be dangerous in these exercises. Be honest during your medical — it is a safety issue, not a judgment.
Will my employer pay for BOSIET?
Many offshore employers pay for BOSIET when hiring you for an offshore position, either upfront or as reimbursement after a probation period. If you are paying out of pocket, consider it an investment — offshore positions pay 15–30% more than onshore equivalents. Ask about certification reimbursement during the interview process.