12.5.5 Linked raft rescue system
Description
It is recommended that OGP Members, for long-term operations in conjunction with the Operator, consider in their emer-gency response planning the use of a “Linked Raft Rescue System” as a part of the survival equipment in the event helicopter hoisting is not readily available or when the possibility exists that personnel may not be recovered from the water within anticipated in-sea survival times.
Systems are available that can be deployed from helicopters or suitably equipped fixed-wing aircraft. The system consists of: a) Two rafts are linked together with two fifty-meter lengths of buoyant nylon rope. b) Two floating smoke canisters. c) One knife for cutting the rope is necessary. d) Leather gloves for deployment. e) Positive intercom communications between the pilots and deployment person.
The rafts are air dropped up-wind from the rescue zone and drift in a semi-circular manner to surround those persons in the
water.
The system assists in directing the person by means of the floatable rope to one of the two rafts.
The object is to secure personnel as quickly as possible into life rafts as a first step in the recovery process. Additional informa-
tion on this equipment and procedures for its use is available from the Aviation Advisor.
Training
This system should only be used if the aircraft crew have been trained in the physical deployment of the system over water, at periodic intervals, with annual recommended.
The system should only be deployed from a dual piloted, twin-engine helicopter or suitably equipped aeroplane and with an individual trained in its deployment in the rear of the aircraft.
12.6 Emergency flights
12.6.1 Planning
Activities conducted in remote areas should, as part of an emergency response plan, have a clear set of instructions on arrang-ing and obtaining emergency flights for technical, political, security or medical reasons.
12.6.2 Contingency aviation operators
If acceptable aircraft are not available in the country or region of activity, contingency arrangements should be made in advance with approved Operators specializing in emergency flights and medical evacuation operations.
12.7 Overdue aircraft
An aircraft which fails to contact flight following at required time intervals, or fails to respond to radio contact, is considered overdue.
If any aircraft is reported overdue through the Flight Following facility, or other means, actions detailed in the Emergency Response Plan should be initiated. A check list sheet should be used from the first instance to ensure all appropriate actions are undertaken and to document all relevant information.
12.8 Accident, incident, hazard & near miss reporting
Information concerning an aircraft involved in an accident, incident or near miss while under con-tract to the Company should be reported immediately to the Company aviation representative on location. Definitions and recommendations relating to accident, incident, hazard and near miss reporting are contained in Section 3 of this Guide.
In any event, the adherence to a detailed Emergency Response Plan will assist in providing clear and co-ordinated procedures to deal with all possible scenarios.
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