OPITO OIM-CE (7025)

The OPITO OIM-CE (7025) course is designed for personnel who are ready to be formally assessed in the role of Offshore Installation Manager (OIM), Deputy OIM, or Emergency Deputy OIM during emergency situations. This assessment takes place in the dedicated Emergency Control Centre (ECC) facilities at FMTC Dordrecht, The Netherlands. The oil and gas industry places a strong emphasis on preventing incidents and, when they do occur, controlling them effectively to minimize their impact. To achieve this, it is essential to maintain common standards and ensure that personnel are continuously trained, assessed, and reassessed according to industry best practices. Our training introduces and explains the competence statements, safety training, and further practice required for OIMs to control emergencies, and details how competence is assessed and certified for this critical role.

We strongly recommend completing the OIM CE Preparation before undertaking this assessment to ensure your certification is as comprehensive as possible. For more information on the content and objectives of the preparation course, please visit the OIM CE Preparation page.

To participate in the OPITO OIM-CE (7025) assessment, candidates must provide written evidence of their qualification to act as an OIM and demonstrate experience in leading emergency preparedness on an offshore E&P installation. This process should include company selection, training, on-the-job appraisal and assessment procedures, a competence profile, and a record of past experience, particularly in managing real incidents or emergencies. All participants are required to complete a medical screening form due to the physically demanding and potentially stressful nature of the assessment activities. The assessment includes a minimum of three emergency scenarios, with up to four attempts permitted to achieve successful completion. Upon passing, participants receive the OPITO OIM-CE (OPITO Product 7025) certificate, which does not have a formal expiry date, although reassessment is recommended at least every three years to keep up with technological and procedural changes.