GWO Working at Height and Manual Handling Combined

INFORMATION

GWO Basic Safety Working at Height and Manual Handling Combined Training is aimed towards technicians who wish to access and work on wind turbines. This course covers elements from safe access, evacuation and rescues from different zones of a turbine. It also covers elements from negative affects to the anatomy from poor manual handling techniques, safe lifting and movement when transporting objects.

COURSE OVERVIEW

Global Wind Organisation (GWO) Working at Height and Manual Handling Combined course provides the skills and knowledge to work in a safe manner in the wind energy and renewables industry.

AIMS & OBJECTIVES

The aim of this combined module is to qualify the delegates, through theoretical and practical training, to use basic personal protective equipment and perform safe work at heights and safe and comprehensive basic rescue from heights in a remote wind turbine environment. It also encourages positive manual handling and ergonomic behaviour, encourages delegates to consider alternatives to manual handling through planning and provides delegates with ability to perform manual handling tasks in a safe manner in the wind turbine industry/environment.

COURSE CONTENT

The GWO Working at Height and Manual Handling Combined training course includes;

  • Knowledge of hazards and risks associated with working at height specific to a wind turbine generator (WTG)
  • Understanding of current national and regional legislation regarding working at heights
  • Correct identification of PPE, including identification of Global and regional standard markings e.g. harness, hard hat, lanyards, etc.
  • Knowledge and skills to correctly perform pre-use inspection, service, store and correctly fit relevant PPE, e.g. harness, fall arrest lanyards, guided type fall arrest lanyards and work positioning lanyards
  • Correct use of the relevant PPE, e.g. harnesses fall arrest lanyards, guided type fall arresters and work positioning lanyards. This includes correct identification of anchor points and correct conduct on ladder
  • Correct use of evacuation devices
  • How to approach rescue situations in WTGs and use rescue equipment efficiently
  • Problem-solving approach to Manual Handling in a wind turbine environment
  • Demonstrate Manual Handling risk reduction techniques
  • Identify aspects of their job tasks that could increase their risk of developing muscular/ skeletal injuries
  • Demonstrate understanding of the importance of carrying out work duties in a safe and sound manner in accordance with the legislative requirements of their geographic work location
  • Understanding of safe practises of Manual Handling, including the correct handling of equipment
  • Identify signs and symptoms of injuries related to poor Manual Handling techniques and have knowledge of reporting methods

PREREQUISITES

  • You must be aged 18 years or above and be registered with WINDA before you arrive for your course.
  • A good standard of general fitness is required, you will also need to complete a medical questionnaire.

CERTIFICATION

GWO certificate – valid for 2 years.
Please note – certificates are to be refreshed every 2 years.

DURATION

2 days

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