TARGET GROUP
This GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) course is specifically designed for personnel who are working, or planning to work, in the rapidly growing wind energy industry, including both onshore and offshore wind projects.
It is ideal for technicians, engineers, and operational staff who will perform tasks in or around wind turbines, where exposure to working at height, emergency situations, and high-risk environments is common.
Whether you are entering the renewable energy sector or transitioning from oil & gas to wind energy, this course provides the essential safety foundation required by global industry standards.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
The objective of the GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) is to equip participants with the critical safety knowledge, practical skills, and confidence needed to work safely in wind turbine environments.
Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to:
- Identify and mitigate risks associated with wind turbine operations
- Respond effectively to emergency situations and evacuation scenarios
- Provide immediate and appropriate first aid to injured personnel
- Apply safe working practices when performing tasks at height
- Understand fire hazards and use firefighting equipment correctly
- Demonstrate awareness of sea survival principles for offshore wind operations
This training ensures that personnel are not only compliant with GWO standards, but also fully prepared to handle real-life operational challenges.
COURSE MODULES
The GWO BST course consists of five core safety modules, each designed to address critical aspects of working in the wind industry:
- First Aid
Learn how to provide immediate medical assistance and stabilize casualties in emergency situations. - Manual Handling
Understand safe lifting techniques and body mechanics to prevent injuries during daily operations. - Fire Awareness
Identify fire risks, apply preventive measures, and operate firefighting equipment effectively. - Working at Height
Develop the skills required to safely access, work, and perform rescue operations at height in wind turbine environments. - Sea Survival
Gain essential knowledge and practical awareness for working in offshore conditions, including emergency evacuation and survival techniques at sea.
VALIDITY
The GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) certification is valid for 2 years, ensuring that participants maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills aligned with the latest industry safety requirements.
FITNESS
All participants must be medically fit and capable of completing both theoretical and practical training elements.
Due to the physically demanding nature of the course — including working at height, rescue exercises, and emergency response scenarios — delegates will be required to complete a medical declaration prior to training.
