Helicopter Crash Rescue Locker H3 Package
In some circumstances, lives may be lost if simple ancillary rescue equipment is not readily available. The CAA strongly recommends the provision of at least the following equipment. The sizes of equipment are not detailed but should be appropriate for the types of helicopter expected to use the facility.
Standard Equipment Lockers
FEC Heliports equipment provides detailed data sheets including product specifications, capabilities, and dimensions for all of the components of the Helicopter Crash Equipment Locker.
Custom Equipment Lockers
Additional items for larger helideck crews can be added to these compliant packages from the equipment listed. Alternatively, custom packages of rescue equipment can be created according to individual requirements.
CAP 437 Standards for Offshore Helicopter Landing Areas
Edition 8 December 2016 Chapter 5 Rescue Equipment
RFF Helicopter | H3 |
Adjustable wrench | 1 |
Large Rescue axe, (non-wedge or aircraft type) | 1 |
Cutters, bolt | 1 |
Crowbar, large | 1 |
Grab Hook | 1 |
Heavy Duty Hacksaw with six spare blades | 1 |
Fire Resistant Blanket | 1 |
Ladder (two-piece)* | 1 |
Lifeline (15 m in length 5 mm circumference) plus rescue harness | 1 |
Side Cutting Plier (Tin Snips) | 1 |
Set of assorted screwdrivers | 1 |
Harness Knife & Sheath** | ** |
Man-Made Mineral Fibre (MMMF) Filter masks** | ** |
Gloves, fire resistant** | ** |
Power cutting tool*** | 1 |
* For access to casualties in an aircraft on its side.
** This equipment is required for each helideck crew member.
*** Requires additional approved training by competent personnel.
ICAO Heliport Manual Third Edition 1995
Third Edition 1995 Chapter 6 Rescue Equipment
RFF Helicopter | H3 |
Adjustable wrench | 1 |
Axe, rescue, aircraft type | 1 |
Bolt Cutters | 1 |
Crowbar | 1 |
Grab Hook | 1 |
Heavy Duty Hacksaw with six spare blades | 1 |
Fire Resistant Blanket | 1 |
Ladder | 1 |
Lifeline (15 m in length 5 mm circumference) plus rescue harness | 1 |
Side Cutting Pliers (Tin Snips) | 1 |
Set of assorted screwdrivers | 1 |
Harness Knife & Sheath | 1 |
Man-Made Mineral Fibre (MMMF) Filter masks** | ** |
Gloves, fire resistant** | 3 |
Power cutting tool*** | 1 |
** This equipment is required for each helideck crew member.
*** Requires additional approved training by competent personnel.