GWO BST, Global Wind Organisation
Course length
32 hours (4 days)
Instructor
1:6
Period of validity
2 years
Certification
GWO certification for each module upon successful completion.
Venue
Lower Ty Newydd, Clytha, Raglan, Monmouthshire Wales, NP15 2BQ
GWO Basic Safety Training
Goal
To equip wind industry personnel with essential safety skills and knowledge to prevent accidents, handle emergencies, and maintain compliance in high-risk environments.
Target group
Individuals working in wind turbine environments, including offshore and onshore roles, where safety training is mandated.
Highlights
Comprehensive safety training tailored for wind industry roles.
Internationally recognised GWO certification ensuring industry compliance.
Includes both theoretical knowledge and practical exercises for real-world readiness.
Description
Comprehensive safety training for wind industry personnel, covering essential first aid, manual handling, fire awareness, working at heights, and sea survival skills, based on Global Wind Organisation (GWO) standards.
GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) provides wind industry personnel with the fundamental skills to safely perform job functions in high-risk environments. Covering five essential modules — First Aid, Manual Handling, Fire Awareness, Working at Heights, and Sea Survival — this training prepares participants to identify and control hazards, respond to emergencies, and use safety equipment confidently. Combining theoretical knowledge with practical exercises, each module is designed to meet industry standards, ensuring participants gain critical skills for offshore and onshore environments.
Compliance
Global Wind Organisation
Previous knowledge
None. This is an entry-level course.
Requirements
Candidates are required to be fit and able to complete all aspects of training. Suitable PPE for practical modules will be provided by Outreach Rescue.
Progression
Recertification in each module is recommended every two years
Theoretical elements
– Risk assessment and hazard control
– Legislation and best practices for wind industry safety
– Emergency response principles
Practical elements
– Lifesaving first aid and CPR
– Manual handling techniques
– Fire prevention and firefighting exercises
– Working at heights with fall protection systems
– Sea survival skills, including life raft deployment