Safety Training & Competency Development – Building Competence for High-Risk Work Environments

Safety training is one of the key strengths of Safety and Environmental Protection Division (SEPD) – Vietsovpetro Joint Venture. With a long-standing operational history dating back to 1988, experienced instructors and specialists with onshore and offshore experience, and dedicated training facilities and equipment, SEPD provides training ranging from basic safety and vocational programs to specialized courses aligned with international standards and Vietnamese legal requirements. The training system is designed to combine theory, practical exercises and realistic simulation, helping learners strengthen knowledge, practical skills and readiness to respond in high-risk industrial environments.

A Broad Training Portfolio for Diverse Competency Needs

SEPD develops training programs across multiple competency areas:

• Basic emergency response and offshore safety: T-BOSIET, T-FOET, T-HUET, H₂S, TSBB, High Building Evacuation & Escape, Basic Safety Training GWO, etc.
• Specialist emergency response roles: HLO, FTM/L, COXSWAIN, OERTM/L, HERTM/L, MEMIR, etc.
• Industry training and competency standards: Gas Tester, Crane Operator, Banksman & Slinger, Drilling Well Control, etc.
• Vietnamese occupational safety and hygiene requirements: Groups 1–6, chemical safety, electrical safety, confined space, working at height, first aid and other specialized safety subjects.
• Vocational and technical training: oil and gas vocational programs, Offshore Crane Operator, Rigging & Slinging, Forklift Operator, Scaffolding and other programs developed according to client needs.
• Corporate orientation and capability development: ESG Awareness, Leadership & Management Skills, Train The Trainer with AI and other tailored programs.

Certificates, Recognition and Standards – A Core Value of the Training System

A key differentiator of SEPD is its ability to deliver training associated with domestic and international certification and recognition frameworks. Based on the available SEPD documentation, the Division has recognition/certification related to occupational safety and hygiene training, aviation-related training and safety training in the oil and gas industry, while delivering programs associated with OPITO, IWCF and GWO. SEPD also maintains management-system certifications to ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018.

The frameworks and recognition/certification referenced in SEPD documentation include:

Framework / Recognition	Scope reflected in SEPD documentation
OPITO	Safety programs for oil and gas/offshore environments, including T-BOSIET, T-FOET, T-HUET, H₂S, TSBB and related programs listed by SEPD.
GWO	Basic Safety Training (BST) and BST Refresher programs, including onshore/offshore training in the SEPD portfolio.
IWCF	Drilling Well Control and related well-control training programs.
Occupational Safety & Hygiene Training	SEPD documentation records a certificate for occupational safety and hygiene training.
Aviation Training	SEPD documentation records aviation-related training under the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam.
Oil & Gas Vocational Training	SEPD documentation records 12 oil and gas vocational groups from elementary-level and professional development programs, together with specialized training.

Certification note: Course names, approval status, certification scope and validity should always be displayed on the Website exactly as stated in the current certificate or approval documents for each program. SEPD should avoid claims that extend beyond the scope formally recognized by the competent authority or awarding organization.

Facilities and Practice-Based Training

Safety training creates value when knowledge can be converted into practical competence. SEPD documentation describes modern facilities and dedicated training equipment, with a training approach that combines theory, practical exercises and simulations designed to reflect real working conditions. This is particularly important for programs in which learners must perform tasks, respond to emergencies and coordinate with others under safety-critical conditions.

• Classrooms and learning spaces for theory-based training.
• Areas and equipment supporting practical exercises and emergency-response simulation.
• Specialized training equipment supporting safety and technical programs.
• Capability to deliver practical offshore-related programs, including GWO BST training at client sites as stated in SEPD service documentation.
• Facilities and equipment continuously invested in, upgraded and maintained to support training and competency development.

Experienced Instructors and Real-World Expertise

SEPD has instructors and specialists with experience in onshore and offshore oil and gas environments. This practical background supports training that is connected to real work situations, operational requirements and the specific hazards of industrial environments. SEPD also aims to develop its professional team in line with international standards while maintaining the capability to train different job roles and competency groups.

Flexible Delivery – From Standard Courses to Tailored Solutions

In addition to standard programs, SEPD develops training solutions tailored to individual client requirements. Programs can be adapted to job roles, operating environments, competency requirements or corporate development objectives. Available documentation records programs such as ESG Awareness, Leadership & Management Skills and Train The Trainer with AI, as well as the capability to deliver GWO BST training at client sites.

Why Choose SEPD for Safety Training?

• A long-standing operational history since 1988 and extensive experience in oil and gas safety.
• Experienced instructors and specialists with onshore and offshore backgrounds.
• A broad portfolio covering basic safety, specialist competency and technical/vocational training.
• Programs associated with international frameworks such as OPITO, GWO and IWCF, together with programs addressing Vietnamese legal requirements.
• Dedicated facilities and specialized training equipment, with emphasis on practical exercises and simulation.
• ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 management-system certifications.
• Flexible schedules and the ability to develop tailored corporate training programs.

Who We Serve

SEPD training programs are designed for workers, HSE personnel, technical staff, emergency-response teams, onshore and offshore personnel, oil and gas and energy companies, wind-energy and maritime organizations, and businesses requiring safety, vocational competency or regulatory training.

Training Registration and Program Consultation

Organizations may select standard courses or contact SEPD for a training solution tailored to job roles, competency requirements and actual operating conditions. The future Website should provide course information, training schedules, entry requirements, certification type, validity where applicable, training location, delivery format and registration/consultation forms.