Safety Training Courses in Bergen at Maersk Training

Safety Training in Bergen

Maersk Training (formerly ResQ) operates a modern safety training centre at Espehaugen in Blomsterdalen, approximately 2 minutes from Bergen Airport, Flesland. The centre opened in 2021, with the fire training ground and medical training facilities added in 2022. More than 8,000 participants attend courses here every year. The centre is compact and practical, with reception, classrooms, a canteen and most of the training facilities located together.

Facilities

• Heated indoor pool measuring 17 x 8 metres and 2.5 metres deep, equipped with a wind machine and rain effects. Sea-survival training takes place indoors, so weather conditions do not interrupt the exercises.
• HUET helicopter-evacuation training and an escape chute approximately 6.5 metres high
• Large, modern fire training ground established in 2022, featuring an advanced gas system and training equipment such as a gas flange, electrical distribution cabinet and fire pan, as well as a dedicated helideck area for HLO courses
• Medical training facilities established in 2022 for first aid and joint exercises
• Sea-training area with a boathouse at Dolviken Harbour, a 5-minute drive from the centre
• Emergency response room with exercise control staff, meeting rooms equipped with Teams and 12 classrooms

Instructors typically have operational backgrounds in firefighting, rescue or first aid. Several have more than 30 years of experience with the Bergen Fire Service.

Practical Information

• Address: Espehaugen 25, 5258 Blomsterdalen
• Telephone: +47 417 55 000
• Opening hours: 08:00–16:00
• Parking: Ample parking is available at the centre.
• Accommodation: Preferential rates are available at Scandic Flesland Airport, Scandic Kokstad and Scandic Ørnen. See our hotel offers.
• Video: See our Bergen centre

Frequently Asked Questions

• Where can I take the GSK course in Bergen? At Maersk Training on Espehaugen in Blomsterdalen, right next to Flesland. See courses and dates on our course page.
• Do the sea-survival exercises take place outdoors? Helicopter and liferaft exercises take place in an indoor pool with wind and rain effects. Boat exercises are conducted at Dolviken Harbour.
• You can find more questions and answers on our FAQ page