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GWO Basic Safety Training Refresher (BSTR) - Offshore
Location: East Anglia | Esbjerg | Humber | New York | Newcastle
Accreditation body: GWO
Learning mode: Classroom
Upcoming events: 55
About the course
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Duration: 2-3 Days
Purpose of GWO BST Refresher
The GWO BST Refresher renews essential safety skills for wind energy professionals. Required every two years, this course ensures compliance with industry standards for both onshore and offshore environments.
The refresher covers critical safety modules:
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First Aid
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Manual Handling
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Fire Awareness
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Working at Heights
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Sea Survival
With realistic simulations and practical exercises, participants stay up-to-date on best practices, new equipment, and safety procedures. By the end, you'll reinforce key skills like CPR, fire response, and safe evacuation techniques, equipping you to handle real-life emergencies in wind turbine settings.
Essential information
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Prerequisites
Participants should have:
- A valid GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) certificate nearing its expiration.
- Physical fitness to participate in practical exercises, including working at heights and sea survival scenarios.
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Who is it for?
This course is ideal for:
- Wind turbine technicians, engineers, and maintenance personnel who need to renew their GWO Basic Safety Training certification.
- Safety officers and supervisors responsible for emergency response on wind farms.
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Assessment
Practical and theoretical assessments, including skill demonstrations, emergency response simulations.
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Certification
Upon successful completion, participants will receive a renewed GWO Basic Safety Training certificate, valid for two years.
Course content
The course covers the following key areas:
GWO Refresher on First Aid
Review of basic first aid skills, including CPR, wound care, and handling common workplace injuries.
GWO Manual Handling Refresher
Reinforcement of safe lifting, carrying, and moving techniques to prevent musculoskeletal injuries.
GWO Fire Awareness Refresher
Updates on fire hazard identification, firefighting equipment use, and fire evacuation procedures.
GWO Working at Heights Refresher
Practical training on the use of fall protection equipment, harnesses, and rescue techniques.
GWO Sea Survival Refresher
Updates on sea survival skills, including emergency evacuation procedures and the use of life-saving equipment.
Practical Simulation Exercises
Hands-on scenarios to practice and reinforce safety skills in a controlled environment.
Why choose Maersk Training for your GWO BST Refresher course?
Qualified Instructors
Learn from experienced trainers with a deep understanding of wind turbine safety and emergency response.
Meet our peopleInteractive Learning
Participate in practical exercises and realistic scenarios that ensure readiness for any workplace emergency.
GWO TrainingStay GWO-Compliant
Maintain your GWO certification and ensure continued safety compliance in the wind energy sector.
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How it works
Step 1
Identify the specific training modules for your desired role and decide if you want on-site training or a mix of digital and on-site (blended).Step 2
Once you've chosen the right course, register and pay online. You'll receive a confirmation email instantly.Step 3
After enrolling, you'll receive a separate email with detailed joining instructions for the training session.Step 4
Attend your scheduled training session and pass the required assessments to successfully achieve certification.Step 5
Upon successfully completing the course and passing the assessments, you'll receive your official certification from Maersk Training or the relevant accreditation body.
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Location: East Anglia | Esbjerg | Humber | New York | Newcastle