GWO BST Onshore
Global Wind Organisation Basic Safety Training for specialists working at onshore wind farms. Covers both the initial and refresher course.
Overview
GWO BST Onshore is designed for employees who work at onshore wind farms. The course covers four submodules — First Aid, Manual Handling, Fire Awareness and Working at Height — without the Sea Survival module, which applies only to the offshore environment.
Practical exercises are carried out in a dedicated training tower that simulates the structure of a wind turbine.
Who this course is for
- Wind farm operations and maintenance technicians
- New employees before their first job at a wind farm
- Staff who need to renew their certificate
- Construction and installation teams
Programme content
First Aid
Providing first aid, resuscitation drills, and managing injuries in wind farm conditions.
Manual Handling
Safe lifting and handling techniques.
Fire Awareness
Fire prevention and evacuation procedures in the turbine nacelle and tower.
Working at Height
Use of fall arrest systems, safe ascent/descent of the tower, and rescue from the nacelle.
Requirements for participants
- Minimum age of 18
- Medical certificate confirming fitness for work at height
- Comfortable sportswear for practical exercises
Certification
On completion of the course, participants receive a GWO BST Onshore certificate, registered in the GWO WINDA database. Valid for 24 months.