GWO Working At Height Refresher
A refresher course to renew and update skills in working at height safely, covering fall prevention, PPE use, and rescue practices in line with GWO standards.
GWO Working At Height, Global Wind Organisation
Course length
8 hours (1 day)
Instructor
1:6
Period of validity
2 years
Certification
Global Wind Organisation
Venue
Lower Ty Newydd, Clytha, Raglan, Monmouthshire Wales, NP15 2BQ
GWO Working At Height
Goal
To enable wind industry personnel to perform safe, effective work at height by mastering essential PPE use, fall prevention, and rescue skills.
Target group
Wind industry professionals working in elevated areas, including offshore and onshore wind turbine sites.
Highlights
Tailored to the unique needs of the wind industry, covering essential height safety skills.
Hands-on training with PPE, climbing techniques, and emergency rescues.
Compliant with GWO standards, meeting industry-wide safety requirements.
Description
Comprehensive training in safe working practices at height for wind industry personnel, focusing on fall prevention, PPE use, and rescue techniques according to GWO standards.
GWO Working at Height is designed to equip wind industry workers with essential skills and knowledge to work safely in high-risk, elevated environments. Covering fall prevention, the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and rescue techniques, this training ensures that participants can effectively identify and manage risks associated with working at height. The course includes both theoretical instruction and practical exercises, allowing participants to practice PPE application, safe climbing techniques, and emergency evacuation procedures. Aligned with GWO standards, this course prepares workers to perform at height with confidence and competence, reducing risks on-site.
Compliance
Global Wind Organisation (GWO) Working at Height standards
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 height work will be provided by Outreach Rescue.
Progression
Recertification required every two years to maintain compliance
Theoretical elements
– Fall prevention principles and risk assessment
– Legislation and standards related to working at height
Practical elements
– Proper use of PPE for height safety
– Safe climbing, positioning, and descent techniques
– Rescue and evacuation exercises
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