What Is an Operator Training Simulator?

An operator training simulator (OTS) is a software-based system that replicates the control systems, processes and emergency scenarios of a real offshore or industrial asset. Operators can practise routine procedures and respond to equipment failures, blackouts and emergency situations in a realistic environment without risk to personnel, production or the asset itself. Learn more about the benefits of simulator based training.

Pisys operator training simulators are used by oil and gas operators, drilling contractors, training centres and energy companies worldwide. Each simulator replicates the specific systems of a vessel or facility from FPSO production and stability through to jackup jacking operations, semi-submersible ballast control and high voltage switching, giving trainees the most relevant and transferable experience possible.

Cloud-based or on-site delivery

Pisys simulators run on a wide range of hardware, from a single laptop to a fully immersive multi-screen control room. A cloud-based option is also available, allowing crews to complete refresher training or prepare for specific campaigns without travelling. All simulator models are available through the Pisys online platform on a flexible access basis. For more information read about technical and commercial considerations for cloud-based operator training

MEMIR and OPITO emergency response training

Pisys simulators support OPITO MEM and MEMIR emergency response training across a range of vessel and facility types, including FPSO, semi-submersible, jackup and double-derrick configurations. Instructors can inject faults, trigger emergency scenarios and record sessions for structured debrief and performance assessment.

The world's most widely used Major Emergency/Incident Response and Control Room training simulator.

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Train without Travelling

Students and instructors interact with voice, simulated radio, PA, phone and email. The control systems will operate to replicate the function of the physical systems and instructors can create scenarios which can be paused and replayed or stored for future use.

The cloud system can also be used for Incident and emergency response management training simply by loading a new model.

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What Our Customers Say

A Fantastic Tool

The Pisys simulator has been excellent. It’s a fantastic tool, the customer service has been exemplary, and any project management we’ve needed has been superb.

John Morgan Qatar International Training Centre

Massive Benefit To Our Business

Overall the Pisys OTS simulator is a massive benefit to our business and we're really excited about the new opportunities we're getting as customers find out what we can offer. We’ve had consistently superb support from the Pisys team, nothing has been too much trouble and they have really created a great product.  Our improved simulation capabilities have allowed us to increase our wind energy market penetration by 30%.

Peter Preece FMTC

Configurability

One of the strengths of the Pisys Training Simulator is that it is easy to change it, add to it, and improve it.

Trevor Riley 3T

Available Simulator Models

Each simulator is available off-the-shelf or configured to match your specific asset.

Double Derrick Semi-Submersible

A modern deepwater double-derrick semi-submersible simulator designed for advanced MEMIR training. It combines dynamic positioning, dual well centre drilling, integrated marine and drilling power management, fire and gas systems and helideck monitoring in a single realistic training environment. The dual-activity environment creates a significantly higher cognitive demand on the OIM than a conventional rig, making vessel-specific training essential for organisations preparing personnel for deepwater drilling emergencies.

Semi-Submersible Vessel Simulation

A highly realistic simulator of offshore drilling and production semi-submersibles, used for stability and station-keeping training and assessment. Trainees respond to a wide range of emergency scenarios including collisions, loss of watertight integrity, blackouts, equipment failure, shift of cargo, severe weather and mooring failure, developing the command skills needed to manage complex offshore emergencies.

Jack-Up Training

An incredibly realistic simulator for familiarisation with marine operations relating to self-elevating platforms. Covers elevated operations, stability and marine management, foundations, rig moving practice in both wet and dry transport conditions, punch through scenarios and accident response giving trainees hands-on experience of the full operational lifecycle of a jackup rig.

FPSO Training

A detailed simulator that accurately emulates the key operational processes of a generic FPSO, including production, fire and gas systems and other critical vessel operations. Available as an off-the-shelf model widely used to train crews worldwide, or configured as a bespoke model to match your specific asset. Pisys worked with CNR International to build a process simulation model of the Baobab FPSO off the Ivory Coast, helping to train operators to manage a large and complex deep-water subsea development.

High Voltage Switching Training Simulator

A software-only high voltage simulation environment for training centres delivering HV courses. Instructors can demonstrate and assess HV switching, fault conditions and safety procedures without energised equipment — reducing cost and risk while ensuring compliance with applicable standards. Supports both operational and management level HV training, aligning with the knowledge, understanding and proficiency requirements for HV system design, switching procedures, isolation, earthing and permit to work.

HV Switching

COVERS OPITO STANDARDS INCLUDING:

  • 9004: Control Room Operator Emergency Response
  • 7228: Major Emergency Management - Initial Response Training
  • 7025: OIM Controlling Emergencies
  • 7031: Onshore Control Room Operator Emergency Response Standard
  • 7057: Offshore Muster Checker Workplace Competence Assessment
  • 7058: Offshore Muster Coordinator Workplace Competence Assessment Standard
  • 9030: Plant Manager/Incident Commander Initial Response Training

COVERS NOGEPA STANDARDS INCLUDING:

  • 2.10: Calamity Control
  • 2.14a: Management of Major Emergencies
  • 2.14b: Management of Major Emergencies (Refresher)
  • 2.15: Management of Major Emergencies (Formal Assessment)

"Pisys simulators are a huge part of our emergency response training and we believe them to be best-in-class. They allow us to replicate critical situations in all offshore and onshore environments with an amazing level of detail. Pisys’ commitment to quality and service over the last 15 years has been amazing and their cloud-based platform is a great addition to their product range as it will increase the flexibility of course delivery, particularly for our international clients."

Atholl Menzies - ASET International Oil & Gas Training Academy

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Delivery Options

If required, we can supply the system installed on a hydraulically activated platform for added realism (also available on FPSO and Jack-up systems). We can also create a bespoke model of your specific asset, replicating all relevant aspects of the control room to provide whatever level of fidelity is required.

The control room is large enough to accommodate a full CRO team and brings an added element of realism to scenarios such as semi-submersible ballast control, rig move etc. The platform’s movement can also be set up to reflect any desired sea state, bringing an extra dimension into play.

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