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HELICOPTER LANDING SITE OFFICER Refresher (HLSO RF)


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HLSO RF training course

HELICOPTER LANDING SITE OFFICER REFRESHER (HLSO RF) COURSE PROFILE 

HLSO ONLINE course - AUD $500*

 

The HLSO Refresher (HLSO RF) course is designed to refresh and reinforce the knowledge, understanding, and practical awareness required to continue performing the role of an onshore Helicopter Landing Site Officer (HLSO) safely and effectively. It supports ongoing competence by revisiting key operational principles and current best practices for helicopter landing site operations.

 

Who should enrol in this course?

This refresher course is intended for individuals who have previously completed HLSO training and are actively involved in helicopter landing site duties onshore. It is suitable for those seeking to renew or maintain certification in alignment with organisational, regulatory, or insurance requirements.

 

What are the benefits for attendees?

  • Ensures continued recognition of the participant as a certified HLSO with validated skills and up-to-date knowledge.

  • Reinforces operational safety, reducing risk in helicopter movements and landing site activities.

  • Supports compliance with aviation safety frameworks and insurance policies through regular revalidation.

  • Contributes to a culture of safety and assurance within onshore aviation operations.

 

What does the course cover?

This certified online refresher course provides a concise yet comprehensive review of core HLSO responsibilities and safety requirements, tailored to the onshore operational context.

It focuses on reinforcing practical knowledge and decision-making in support of helicopter landing and departure activities.

 

Key areas of review include:

  • Design and operation of helicopter landing areas

  • Refreshed understanding of Certified, Prepared and Unprepared landing site classifications and safety standards

  • Procedures for the preparation and assessment of landing sites

  • Rescue and Fire Fighting Equipment (RFFE) readiness and response protocols

  • Meteorological factors and the significance of accurate weather reporting

  • Identification and mitigation of helicopter and landing site hazards

  • Roles and responsibilities of the landing site team during routine and emergency operations

 

This course ensures that HLSOs remain current and confident in their responsibilities, enabling safe and compliant helicopter operations in the onshore environment.

 

*PAYMENT NOTES:

If, due to some country specific security restrictions, you are unable to pay by Credit Card please contact office@flightsafety.com.au or call +61 (0) 7 5448 2788 and we will send through an invoice with a direct payment option.

Once you have paid the Invoice, re-enrol and choose the Purchase Order Payment Option and add your Receipt Number and we will verify your payment so you can begin the course.

Here is the course outline:

1. Course Overview

Course Overview
HLSO QUIZ - Course Overview

2. Definitions & Abbreviations

Definitions & Abbreviations
HLSO QUIZ - Definitions Module

3. What is a Helicopter Landing Site?

HLS
HLSO QUIZ - What is a HLS

4. Helipad Design Criteria

Helipad Design Criteria
HLSO QUIZ - Helipad Design Criteria

5. Helicopters in General

Helicopters in General
HLSO QUIZ - Helicopters in General

6. Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE)

Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE)
HLSO QUIZ - HSSE Environment

7. Risk Assessment

Risk Assessment
HLSO QUIZ - Risk Assessment

8. Incident/Emergency Response Plan (ERP)

Incident/Emergency Response Plan (ERP)
HLSO QUIZ - ERP Plan

9. Preparing to conduct normal HLS operations

Preparing to conduct normal HLS operations
HLSO QUIZ - Preparation to Conduct Normal HLS Operations

10. Adverse Weather

Adverse Weather
HLSO QUIZ - Adverse Weather

11. Preparing for passenger transport

Preparing for passenger transport
HLSO QUIZ - Preparing for Passenger Transport

12. Preparing for normal load transport

Preparing for normal load transport
HLSO QUIZ - Preparing for Normal Load Transport

13. Dangerous goods transport

Dangerous goods transport
HLSO QUIZ - Dangerous Goods Transport

14. Communication

Communication
HLSO QUIZ - Communications

15. Radio Phases and Timing

Radio Phraseology and Radio Call Timing
HLSO QUIZ - Radio Phases

16. Radio Abbreviations

Radio Abbreviations
HLSO QUIZ - Radio Abbreviations

17. Responsibilities of the HLSO

Responsibilities of the HLSO
HLSO QUIZ - Responsibilities of the HLSO

18. Preparing a Helicopter Landing Site (HLS)

Preparing a Helicopter Landing Site (HLS)
HLSO QUIZ - Preparing a Helicopter Landing Site (HLS)

19. Preparing for Unprepared Helicopter Landing Site (UHLS)

Preparing for an Unprepared Helicopter Landing Site (UHLS)
HLSO QUIZ - Preparing for an Unprepared Helicopter Landing Site (UHLS)

20. Arrival HLSO duties

Arrival HLSO duties
HLSO QUIZ - Arrival HLSO duties

21. Post Landing HLSO duties

Post landing HLSO duties
HLSO QUIZ - Post Landing HLSO duties

22. Departure HLSO duties

Departure HLSO duties
HLSO QUIZ - Departure HLSO duties

23. Emergency Procedures After HLS Incident

Emergency Procedures After HLS Incident
HLSO QUIZ - Emergency Procedures After HLS Incident

24. Helicopter Landing Site Officer (HLSO) Involvement

Helicopter Landing Site Officer (HLSO) Involvement
HLSO QUIZ - Helicopter Landing Site Officer (HLSO) Involvement

25. Firefighting Equipment

Firefighting Equipment
HLSO QUIZ - Previous Firefighting Equipment

26. Night Lighting Guidelines

Night Lighting Guidelines
HLSO QUIZ - Night Lighting Guidlines

27. Aircraft Types

Aircraft Types - Example
HLSO QUIZ - Aircraft Types

28. Transmitting and Understanding Time

Transmitting and understanding time
HLSO QUIZ - Transmitting and Understanding Time

29. Aerodrome information services

Aerodrome information services
HLSO QUIZ - Aerodrome Information Services

30. Course Feedback

Course Feedback

31. HLSO Course Completion

HLSO RF Course Completion

Completion

The following certificates are awarded when the course is completed:

HLSO RF_Certificate of Completion_Award
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