If you’re planning to work offshore in a general international region or a cold-water environment, an OPITO BOSIET training is a must-have qualification. For work in these regions, you’ll take the BOSIET certificate, a safety course designed for offshore workers operating in general or cold climates.

Whether you’re new to the offshore oil & gas industry or looking to renew your expired certificate, here’s everything you need to know about OPITO BOSIET — including the training content, duration, cost, and where to attend.

📝 What is BOSIET?

BOSIET stands for Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training. It is an internationally recognised training developed by OPITO for personnel working in general offshore locations, typically associated with cold or temperate climates where specialist survival suits are required.

This course prepares workers to handle emergency situations such as helicopter evacuation, fire, sea survival, first aid and self-rescue tailored to the specific environmental challenges of general offshore regions.

👥 Who Needs to Take BOSIET?

You need to attend BOSIET if:

• • You’re new to working offshore

• • You haven’t worked offshore in the past 4 years

• • Your previous BOSIET or T-BOSIET certificate has expired

If you renew your certification, you may be eligible for FOET (Further Offshore Emergency Training), a 1-day refresher course.

🛠️ BOSIET: Course Structure

BOSIET includes four main modules:

• • Safety Induction

• • Helicopter Safety & Escape (HUET)

• • Sea Survival and First Aid (Training often includes the use of survival suits for cold water)

• • Firefighting & Self-Rescue

You will practice realistic scenarios in a controlled, supervised environment. Don’t worry, you don’t need to be a strong swimmer or know how to swim to complete the training.

In each training session, instructors and divers will be close by to ensure your safety during training and to ensure you understand the action that needs to be taken in case of emergency!

⏳ Duration of BOSIET

The standard BOSIET course lasts 3 days.

📜 Certificate Validity

BOSIET is valid for 4 years from the date of issue.

📍 Where to Take BOSIET in Malaysia?

In Malaysia, Falcon Safety Services is an OPITO-approved training centre that offers weekly OPITO courses, including the tropical variant required for local waters. You must check with them to ensure you book the correct regional course (T-BOSIET for tropical) or the standard BOSIET if required for a cold-water contract.

• • 📍 Location: Easily accessible from both East Coast and Southern regions

• • ✈️ Airport Transfer: Available from KLIA and Subang Airport

• • 🏨 Accommodation & Medical Check-up: Can be arranged by the centre

To book or enquire:

• • 📞 Tel: +603-41627256

• • 📧 Email: info@f2s-training.com | bookings@f2s-training.com

📅 When Is the Next BOSIET Course?

BOSIET is conducted twice a week at many centres:

• • Monday to Wednesday

• • Wednesday to Friday

➡️ Seats are limited and subject to availability.

Get your schedule here: Course Calendar

💰 BOSIET Course Fees

Fees may vary by provider and course variation, but on average:

• • BOSIET (Standard): RM2,200 – RM2,500

• • BOSIET with EBS/CA-EBS: RM2,900 – RM3,000

If you are going to work in cold-water regions, you need to have OPITO BOSIET with the appropriate EBS (Emergency Breathing System) for that region.

Once you complete the training with Falcon Safety Services, you will receive four plus one certificates, that is:

• • OPITO BOSIET

• • OPITO BOSIET + TSBB

• • OPITO BOSIET + CAEBS

• • Cert By Training Centre (FALCON)

• • PTB Cert

For a limited time, you will also get Personal Transfer Basket training and certificate for FREE! It’s only available at Falcon Safety Service!

Always check with the training centre for updated pricing and group discounts.

📊 Variations of BOSIET

You may opt for the following course types depending on job requirements:

🔄 What If My BOSIET Is Expiring?

• • If your certificate is still valid, register for FOET, a 1-day refresher.

• • If your certificate has expired, you must retake the full BOSIET course (3 days).

🆚 BOSIET vs T-BOSIET: What’s the Difference?

If you’re only working offshore in tropical countries, T-BOSIET is the correct certificate. If you are working in cold-water or general international regions, BOSIET is required.

❓ Common Questions

Can I Take FOET If I Have T-BOSIET?

Yes. Whether you have a BOSIET or T-BOSIET certificate, you can renew it with either FOET or T-FOET depending on your next working region.

Is CA-EBS Mandatory?

It is mandatory in some regions, such as the UK and some sectors of the international cold-water market. Always check your employer’s requirements.

Do I Need to Know How to Swim?

No. You don’t need to be a strong swimmer. Safety divers and life jackets are provided during all water-based exercises. The focus is on survival techniques, not swimming.

The purpose of the training is to train you not to panic and ready to save yourself in the case of emergency.

Do I Need to Bring PPE?

Not necessary. PPE, towels, and training materials are provided at Falcon Safety Service Centre. Just bring a spare set of clothes to change into after the water activity.

Medical Requirements

You must be physically and mentally fit to complete the training.

Before practical sessions, training centres will:

• • Check for a valid offshore medical certificate, or

• • Conduct a medical screening form review

No full medical check-up is required unless stated otherwise.

🌟 Summary: Why BOSIET is Essential for Offshore Jobs

✅ Mandatory for offshore jobs in non-tropical regions

✅ Tailored for general/cold water safety conditions

✅ Certificate valid for 4 years

✅ Recognised across oil & gas, marine, and offshore industries

📝 How to Register for BOSIET?

To get started:

• • Contact Falcon Safety Services, the OPITO approved training centre.

• • Prepare a copy of your IC/passport, medical certificate (if any), and preferred dates