GWO Work at Height is the Global Wind Organization's most basic module for wind power technicians. The course focuses on safe work at high altitude and the use of personal fall protection equipment.
After an approved course, the participant will be issued a certificate
Have knowledge about current and relevant laws and standards for work on Windpower turbines as well as understanding the importance of a proper and good safety plan, risk assessment, rescue plan. Practical knowledge about how to use appropriate fall protection equipment and learning about what happens with the body in a fall.
Theoretical elements
GWO Standard
What happens in a fall?
What does the relevant Health & Safety law say?
Liability and responsibilities of the employer and employee?
What does the relevant Work Environment Authority say?
What are CE and EN markings?
Terminology
Safety plan, risk assessment, rescue plan
What can be used as an anchorage point?
What equipment is used and how is it maintained?
Knowledge of the weather's influence
Practical elements
Correct use of Personal Fall Protection Equipment
Use of sliding shuttle on wire and rail systems
Lowering persons in distress
Single-handed evacuation
Risk assessment
Target group: For those who works as a wind-power technicians and are at least 18 years old.Previous knowledge: NonePeriod of validity: 2 yearsCourse length: 16 hours (2 days)Instructor: 2