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Course on the correct use of harnesses and HANS devices

Correct Use of Harnesses and HANS Systems Course

This course provides essential instruction on the proper operation, fitting, and maintenance of safety harnesses and HANS (Head and Neck Support) systems. It focuses on user safety, covering fitting protocols, equipment inspection, and troubleshooting. The course addresses relevant safety regulations and standards, both in work environments and motorsports, ensuring effective protection against head and neck injuries.

Participants gain practical knowledge on selecting the appropriate equipment, proper donning techniques, and understanding the forces at play in the event of an impact. Emphasis is placed on the importance of ergonomics and a customized fit to ensure maximum protection and comfort. The course prepares individuals to play a crucial role in injury prevention, adhering to internationally recognized safety standards.

Duration3 months
ModeHybrid
LanguageEnglish / Spanish
Start datesOctober / March
LocationEurope (Madrid)
AwardSEIUM Institute diploma
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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

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Expert Domain in Harness and HANS: Naval Safety and Technique

02

Advanced Training in Harness and HANS: Naval Dexterity and Protection

03

Comprehensive user-oriented design and validation (from modeling to manufacturing)

04

Excellence in Harnesses and HANS Devices: Naval Application and Technique

05

Expertise in Harness and HANS: Naval Control and Safety

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Harness and HANS Expert: Essential Naval Safety and Application

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Professional Mastery of Harness and HANS Devices: Naval Safety and Operation

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Competence in Harness and HANS: Application and Naval Safety

Profile

Who it's for

  • Naval crews and flight technicians.
  • Naval mechanics and aircraft maintenance personnel.
  • Professionals involved in maritime security and naval air operations.
  • Maritime rescue personnel and emergency teams.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • Standards-driven curriculum: you will work with CS-27/CS-29, DO-160, DO-178C/DO-254, ARP4754A/ARP4761, ADS-33E-PRF from the first module.
  • Accreditable laboratories (EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor bench, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibrations/acoustics.
  • Evidence-oriented TFM: safety case, test plan, compliance dossierand operational limits.
  • Mentored by industry: teachers with experience in rotorcraft, tiltrotor, eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
  • Flexible modality (hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
  • Ethics and security: safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as pillars.
Syllabus

10 modules

  1. 1.1Introduction to Harnesses and HANS Devices: Components and Functions in the Naval Environment
  2. 1.2Naval Safety Regulations: Legal Framework and Applicable Regulations
  3. 1.3Importance of Harnesses and HANS Devices: Personnel Protection in Maritime Environments
  4. 1.4Types of Harnesses and HANS Devices: Selection and Compatibility According to Naval Activity
  5. 1.5Ergonomic Principles: Design and Proper Fit for Safety
  6. 1.6Pre-Use Inspection: Verification and Basic Equipment Maintenance
  7. 1.7Naval Risk Factors: Hazard Identification and Mitigation
  8. 1.8First Aid: Protocols in Case of Harness or HANS-Related Accidents
  9. 1.9Communication and Teamwork: Coordination in Emergency Situations
  10. 1.10Introduction to Documentation: Naval Safety Records and Procedures
  1. Module 2 — Harness and HANS Advanced Training: Naval Dexterity and Protection
  2. 2.2Comprehensive review of harness and HANS components: identification and functionality.
  3. 2.2Advanced harness donning and adjustment techniques for optimal performance.
  4. 2.3Effective communication protocols in emergency situations.
  5. 2.4Risk scenario analysis and rescue simulation in naval environments.
  6. 2.5Development of self-rescue and buddy rescue skills.
  7. 2.6Controlled descent practice and secure anchoring techniques.
  8. 2.7Evaluation and preventive maintenance of safety equipment.
  9. 2.8Adapting harnesses and HANS devices to different types of vessels and situations.
  10. 2.9Case studies: incident analysis and lessons learned.
  11. 2.20Practical tests and performance evaluation in simulated scenarios.
  1. 3.3Naval Safety Protocols: Fundamentals and Application
  2. 3.2Expert Harness Selection and Fitting: Detailed Protocols
  3. 3.3HANS Systems: Naval Operation and Maintenance
  4. 3.4Risk Assessment in Naval Environments: Specific Protocols
  5. 3.5Rescue and Evacuation Protocols: Advanced Techniques
  6. 3.6Inspection and Preventive Maintenance: Harness and HANS
  7. 3.7Naval Legislation and Regulations: Compliance and Updates
  8. 3.8Scenario Simulation: Practical Application of Protocols
  9. 3.9Leadership and Team Management: Safety in Naval Environments
  10. 3.30Case Studies: Incident Analysis and Continuous Improvement
  1. 4.4Introduction to Naval Safety and Security with Harnesses and HANS Devices
  2. 4.2Harness and HANS Device Components and Operation: Detailed Analysis
  3. 4.3Harness and HANS Device Selection and Adjustment: A Practical Guide
  4. 4.4Harness and HANS Device Donning and Donning Techniques: Step-by-Step
  5. 4.5Harness and HANS Device Inspection and Maintenance: Protocols and Regulations
  6. 4.6Human Factors in Harness and HANS Device Use: Ergonomics and Efficiency
  7. 4.7Harness and HANS Device Rescue Drills and Practices: Realistic Scenarios
  8. 4.8Legislation and Regulations on Harness and HANS Device Use in the Naval Sector
  9. 4.9Harness and HANS Device Use Assessment and Certification: Quality Standards
  10. 4.40Case Studies: Accident Analysis and Best Practices in Harness and HANS Device Use
  1. 5.5Types of Harnesses and HANS Systems: Selection and Evaluation
  2. 5.5​​Inspection and Preventive Maintenance of Harnesses and HANS Devices
  3. 5.3Advanced Donning and Adjustment Techniques
  4. 5.4Rescue and Evacuation Procedures in Naval Environments
  5. 5.5Emergency Protocols and First Aid
  6. 5.6Risk Analysis and Hazard Mitigation
  7. 5.7Safety Drills and Practical Exercises
  8. 5.8Naval Safety Legislation and Regulations
  9. 5.9Incident Management and Accident Reporting
  10. 5.50Performance Evaluation and Continuous Improvement in Safety
  1. 6.6Fundamentals of Naval Safety in Harnesses and HANS Devices
  2. 6.2Selection and Fitting of Harnesses and HANS Devices: Naval Criteria
  3. 6.3Inspection and Preventive Maintenance of Naval Equipment
  4. 6.4Harness and HANS Device Donning and Doffing Techniques: Safe Practices
  5. 6.5First Aid and Rescue in Naval Environments
  6. 6.6Emergency and Evacuation Protocols at Sea
  7. 6.7Human Factors and Their Impact on Naval Safety
  8. 6.8Legislation and Regulations on Safety in Naval Work
  9. 6.9Case Studies: Incidents and Lessons Learned in the Naval Context
  10. 6.60Evaluation and Continuous Improvement of Harness and HANS Device Safety
  1. 7.7Harness and HANS Inspection and Evaluation: Safety Standards and Protocols
  2. 7.2Harness and HANS Selection and Adjustment: Adapting to Different Naval Contexts
  3. 7.3Advanced Donning and Securing Techniques: Optimizing Protection
  4. 7.4Emergency Response at Water: Rescue Protocols and Practices
  5. 7.7Risk Analysis and Mitigation: Hazard Identification in Naval Environments
  6. 7.6Equipment Maintenance and Care: Extending Service Life and Effectiveness
  7. 7.7First Aid and Basic Life Support: Initial Response to Naval Incidents
  8. 7.8Communication and Coordination: Effective Strategies in Critical Situations
  9. 7.9Simulation and Practical Training: Realistic Scenarios and Challenges
  10. 7.70Naval Legislation and Responsibilities: Legal Framework for Safety at Sea
  1. 8.8Introduction to Harnesses and HANS Devices: Components and Functions
  2. 8.8Naval Safety Regulations and Standards
  3. 8.3Harness Selection and Adjustment: Types and Considerations
  4. 8.4Introduction to HANS Devices: Design and Purpose
  5. 8.5Equipment Inspection and Maintenance Protocols
  6. 8.6First Aid and Rescue in Naval Environments
  7. 8.7Fundamentals of Communication in Emergency Situations
  8. 8.8Equipment Use and Testing Practice in Drills
  9. 8.8Advanced Harness Adjustment Techniques: Customization
  10. 8.8Risk Assessment and Mitigation of Naval Hazards
  11. 8.3Optimizing HANS Protection: Angles and Positions
  12. 8.4Crew Handling and Recovery in Emergencies
  13. 8.5Rapid Evacuation Techniques in Naval Environments
  14. 8.6Equipment Decontamination and Cleaning Protocols
  15. 8.7Rescue Scenario Simulation Complex
  16. 8.8Skills Practice in Adverse Conditions: Wind and Water
  17. 3.8Legal Framework and Responsibilities in Naval Safety
  18. 3.8Accident and Incident Investigation Protocols
  19. 3.3Leadership and Team Management in Critical Situations
  20. 3.4Harness and HANS Application in Diverse Naval Scenarios
  21. 3.5Coordination with Rescue and Emergency Teams
  22. 3.6Planning and Execution of Advanced Drills
  23. 3.7Communication and Incident Reporting Protocols
  24. 3.8Performance Evaluation and Continuous Safety Improvement
  25. 4.8Harness Design and Configuration: Adaptability and Ergonomics
  26. 4.8Anchoring and Restraint Techniques in Naval Environments
  27. 4.3HANS Integration with Different Types of Helmets and Equipment
  28. 4.4Failure Analysis and Accident Prevention
  29. 4.5Rescue and Recovery Techniques in Confined Spaces Confined Spaces
  30. 4.6Optimizing Emergency Response Time
  31. 4.7Evaluating the Effectiveness of Equipment and Protocols
  32. 4.8Developing Safety Manuals and Procedures
  33. 5.8Advanced Safety Strategies in Naval Environments
  34. 5.8Identifying and Evaluating Specific Risks
  35. 5.3Implementing Customized Safety Protocols
  36. 5.4Analyzing Data and Trends in Naval Incidents
  37. 5.5Leadership Techniques in Crisis Situations
  38. 5.6Developing Crisis Communication Skills
  39. 5.7Safety Protocols for Special Operations
  40. 5.8Evaluating and Continuously Improving Safety Protocols
  41. 6.8Harness and HANS Application on Different Types of Vessels
  42. 6.8Equipment Use in Loading and Unloading Operations
  43. 6.3Implementation in Working at Heights and in Confined Spaces
  44. 6.4Application in Rescue and Evacuation Situations
  45. 6.5Protocols for Handling Substances Hazardous
  46. 6.6Application in Fire and Emergency Drills
  47. 6.7Use in Maintenance and Repair Tasks
  48. 6.8Integration into Customized Safety Plans
  49. 7.8Execution of Safety Protocols in Naval Operations
  50. 7.8Leadership and Decision Making in Critical Situations
  51. 7.3Implementation of Risk Mitigation Strategies
  52. 7.4Development and Management of Safety Teams
  53. 7.5Incident Management and Root Cause Analysis
  54. 7.6Inter-institutional Communication and Coordination Protocols
  55. 7.7Development and Evaluation of Training Programs
  56. 7.8Continuous Improvement of Protocols and Procedures
  57. 8.8Selection and Use of Harnesses and HANS Devices in Naval Operations
  58. 8.8Compliance with Safety Standards and Regulations
  59. 8.3Application in Different Environments and Conditions
  60. 8.4Equipment Inspection and Maintenance Techniques
  61. 8.5Emergency Response and First Aid First Aid
  62. 8.6Evacuation and Rescue Protocols at Sea
  63. 8.7Participation in Safety Drills and Exercises
  64. 8.8Promoting a Culture of Workplace Safety
  1. 9.9Fundamentals of Safety in Naval Environments
  2. 9.9Introduction to Harnesses: Components and Functions
  3. 9.3The HANS Device: Design and Protection Principles
  4. 9.4Selecting the Appropriate Equipment: Sizes and Specifications
  5. 9.5Naval Safety Standards and Regulations
  6. 9.9Harness and HANS Inspection and Maintenance
  7. 9.9Advanced Donning and Adjustment Techniques
  8. 9.3Proper Use in Various Naval Situations
  9. 9.4Emergency Response: Procedures and Protocols
  10. 9.5Rescue Drills: Practice and Evaluation
  11. 3.9Application in High-Speed ​​and High-Risk Operations
  12. 3.9Water and Land Rescue Techniques
  13. 3.3Coordination with Emergency Teams
  14. 3.4Risk Assessment and Decision Making
  15. 3.5Accident Investigation Protocols
  16. 4.9Harness and HANS Design Analysis
  17. 4.9Selection of Materials and Advanced Technologies
  18. 4.3Integration with Protection Systems Additional Topics
  19. 4.4Case Studies: Analysis of Real Incidents
  20. 4.5Continuous Improvement and Protocol Updates
  21. 5.9Mastery of Security and Rescue Techniques
  22. 5.9Management of Specific Risks in Naval Environments
  23. 5.3Leadership and Supervision of Security Teams
  24. 5.4Communication and Coordination Protocols
  25. 5.5Performance Evaluation and Feedback
  26. 6.9Identification and Assessment of Specific Risks
  27. 6.9Practical Application in Emergency Scenarios
  28. 6.3First Aid and Basic Life Support
  29. 6.4Evacuation and Rescue Protocols
  30. 6.5Naval Security Legislation and Regulations
  31. 7.9Execution of Naval Security Protocols
  32. 7.9Leadership and Management of Rescue Teams
  33. 7.3Incident Investigation and Analysis
  34. 7.4Implementation of Security Programs
  35. 7.5Audits and Evaluation of Regulatory Compliance
  36. 8.9Practical Application of Harness and HANS Device
  37. 8.9Rescue and Evacuation Techniques
  38. 8.3First Aid and Medical Care
  39. 8.4Emergency Procedures
  40. 8.5Equipment Maintenance and Storage
  41. 9.9Safety Regulations and Standards
  42. 9.9Inspection and Maintenance Protocols
  43. 9.3Emergency Procedures
  44. 9.4Communication and Coordination Systems
  45. 9.5Evacuation and Rescue Plans
  1. 1.1Fundamentals of Naval Safety with Harnesses and HANS Devices
  2. 1.2Harness Selection and Proper Use
  3. 1.3Implementation of the HANS System in Naval Environments
  4. 1.4Inspection and Maintenance of Safety Equipment
  5. 1.5First Aid and Emergency Response at Sea
  6. 2.1Advanced Harness Donning and Adjustment Techniques
  7. 2.2Optimizing Performance with the HANS System
  8. 2.3Simulation of High-Risk Scenarios in Naval Environments
  9. 2.4Rescue and Evacuation Protocols at Sea
  10. 2.5Assessment and Mitigation of Specific Risks in Naval Operations
  11. 3.1Design and Implementation of Safety Programs with Harnesses and HANS Devices
  12. 3.2Incident Analysis and Continuous Improvement of Naval Safety
  13. 3.3Safety Leadership: Training and Mentoring
  14. 3.4Crisis Management and Communication in Emergency Situations
  15. 3.5International Legislation and Regulations Naval Safety
  16. 4.1Design of Detailed Safety Procedures with Harnesses and HANS Devices
  17. 4.2Risk Analysis and Preventive Measures in Naval Environments
  18. 4.3Implementation of Safety Management Systems (SMS)
  19. 4.4Safety and Regulatory Compliance Audits
  20. 4.5Development of Contingency and Emergency Response Plans
  21. 5.1Design of Detailed Safety Procedures with Harnesses and HANS Devices
  22. 5.2Risk Analysis and Preventive Measures in Naval Environments
  23. 5.3Implementation of Safety Management Systems (SMS)
  24. 5.4Safety and Regulatory Compliance Audits
  25. 5.5Development of Contingency and Emergency Response Plans
  26. 6.1Fundamentals of Harness and HANS Device Safety for Naval Personnel
  27. 6.2Practical Application of Harnesses and HANS Devices in Various Naval Operations
  28. 6.3Safety Regulations and Standards for Naval Equipment
  29. 6.4Injury Prevention and First Aid Maritime Rescue
  30. 6.5Safety Considerations on Different Types of Vessels
  31. 7.1Implementation of Safety Policies and Procedures with Harnesses and HANS Devices
  32. 7.2Leadership and Supervision in High-Risk Naval Environments
  33. 7.3Resource and Budget Management in Naval Safety
  34. 7.4Effective Communication and Personnel Training
  35. 7.5Performance Evaluation and Continuous Improvement in Safety
  36. 8.1Key Principles of Harness and HANS Device Safety in Naval Operations
  37. 8.2Selection and Proper Use of Harnesses for Different Tasks
  38. 8.3Safety and First Aid Protocols in Maritime Environments
  39. 8.4Identification and Control of Workplace Hazards
  40. 8.5Regulatory Compliance and Continuous Improvement of Naval Safety
  41. Final Project - Comprehensive Safety with Harnesses and HANS Devices
Methodology, software & labs

How you'll learn

  • Hands-on methodology: test-before-you-trust, design reviews, failure analysis, compliance evidence.
  • Software (depending on licenses/partners): MATLAB/Simulink, Python (NumPy/SciPy), OpenVSP, SU2/OpenFOAM, Nastran/Abaqus, AMESim/Modelica, acoustics tools, planning toolchains DO-178C.
  • SEIUM Laboratories: scale rotor bench, vibrations/acoustics, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL for AFCS, data acquisition with strain gauging.
  • Standards and compliance: EN 9100, 17025, ISO 27001, GDPR.
Accreditable laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor bench, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibrations/acoustics.
Evidence-oriented Master's Thesis:safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operational limits.
Industry Mentored:teachers with experience in training, , eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
Flexible modality(hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
Ethics and safety:safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as pillars.
Career opportunities

Where this takes you

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Requirements

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