How long does the GWO First Aid Refresher course take?

The course typically lasts one day, combining theoretical instruction with practical applications.

How long is the certification valid?

The GWO First Aid Refresher certificate is valid for two years.

What meals and refreshments are provided?

Full-day courses include breakfast and lunch, with water, tea, coffee, and basic refreshments available throughout.

Can I take the refresher course if my original certification has expired?

If your certification has expired, you are required to retake the full GWO First Aid course.

What if I have limited experience with this topic?

This refresher course is designed for individuals who have previously completed the GWO First Aid training. If you are new to this topic, we recommend enrolling in the full GWO First Aid course.

What equipment should I bring to the practical session?

All necessary safety equipment and tools will be provided. Participants should wear comfortable, work-appropriate attire.

Classroom

GWO BST First Aid Refresher

Language: English | Danish

Accreditation body: GWO

Learning mode: Classroom

Upcoming events: 21

About the course

Available in English, Danish

Purpose of GWO First Aid - Refresher

The GWO First Aid Refresher course is designed to renew and enhance your first aid skills, ensuring you remain proficient in providing immediate care in the wind industry environment. This training reinforces your ability to manage medical emergencies, administer life-saving techniques, and maintain safety standards on-site. Key benefits include:

Updated knowledge of first aid procedures and protocols
Enhanced confidence in responding to medical emergencies
Compliance with industry safety requirements

Essential information

Prerequisites

Participants: Shall have created a personal profile in WINDA and provided their WINDA ID. Will be medically fit, well-rested & show no signs of fatigue, sickness or substance abuse.

Who is it for?

Personnel who will be working in the wind industry or related fields and will have their duties in a wind turbine environment, usually in physical contact with a wind turbine or WTG structure. Personnel that perform job functions that have been risk assessed by their employer or their workplace duty holder as a function, where training according to one or more modules of the BST standard may mitigate of the identified risks

Assessment

Participant knowledge, skills and abilities should be assessed on an ongoing basis during practical scenario-based exercises, by means of direct observation and verbal questioning. The instructor should use this as a method of formative evaluation to support participants in reaching the module objectives. The instructor shall also utilise direct observation and verbal questioning on an ongoing basis through the training, to determine participant achievement of the required learning objectives in the domains of knowledge, skills and abilities, to support the overall summative evaluation of the module.

Certification

Upon successful completion, participants will receive a GWO BST First Aid certificate, valid for two years and recognized worldwide in the wind energy sector.

Course Content

Prerequisites:

Participants must hold a valid and in-date GWO First Aid certificate or Refresher certificate. Additionally, a valid WINDA ID is required.

Why choose Maersk Training for the GWO First Aid Refresher?

Industry-leading expertise:

Maersk Training offers comprehensive courses that meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Industry's First GWO Accreditation

Recognised certification

Earn a certificate that demonstrates your commitment to workplace safety and compliance.

About GWO

Interactive learning experience:

Engage in practical sessions and real-life scenarios to reinforce understanding.

Our facilities

Training in action: real-life GWO First Aid Refresher scenarios

Scenario 1: Administering CPR and using an AED on a colleague who has suffered a cardiac arrest on-site.
Scenario 2: Managing a severe bleeding injury caused by equipment malfunction during maintenance work.
Scenario 3: Responding to a colleague experiencing symptoms of heat exhaustion while working in confined spaces.

FAQ

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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