How long does the GWO Enhanced First Aid Refresher course take?

The course typically spans two days, combining theoretical and practical sessions.

What is the validity of the certification?

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

What are the prerequisites for this course?

Participants must hold a valid GWO Enhanced First Aid certificate that is nearing expiration.

What materials are provided during the course?

All necessary training materials and equipment are supplied; participants should bring standard work attire.

Classroom

GWO Enhanced First Aid (EFA) Refresher

Language: English

Location: Newcastle | Humber | East Anglia | Esbjerg

Accreditation body: GWO

Learning mode: Classroom

Upcoming events: 19

About the course

Available in English

Purpose of GWO Enhanced First Aid Refresher

The GWO Enhanced First Aid Refresher (EFAR) course is designed to renew and strengthen the advanced first aid skills of personnel working in the wind industry. Aligned with the Global Wind Organisation (GWO) standards, this training ensures participants can effectively manage medical emergencies in remote or offshore environments. Through a combination of theoretical review and practical exercises, the course prepares individuals to provide immediate and prolonged care until professional medical assistance is available. Key skills refreshed include:

Advanced first aid techniques tailored for the wind industry
Management of medical emergencies in remote settings
Effective use of advanced emergency equipment

Essential Information

Prerequisites

Valid GWO EFA certificate

Who is it for?

Personnel who will be working in the wind industry or related fields, and who will have duties to fulfil in a wind turbine environment, as well as usually being in physical contact with a wind farm environment or an offshore wind structure make up the target group. Personnel that are selected by their employer to perform enhanced first aid onshore or offshore, where training according to the GWO Enhanced First Aid training may enable them to react to incidents and thus mitigate the results of casualties deriving from the identified risks.

Assessment:

Competency is evaluated through practical exercises and theoretical assessments, ensuring adherence to GWO standards.

Certification:

Upon successful completion, participants receive a GWO Enhanced First Aid Refresher certificate, valid for two years.

Course content

Prerequisites:

Participants must hold a valid GWO Enhanced First Aid certificate nearing its expiration date.

Assessment:

Competency is evaluated through practical exercises and theoretical assessments, ensuring adherence to GWO standards.

Certification:

Upon successful completion, participants receive a GWO Enhanced First Aid Refresher certificate, valid for two years.

Review of Enhanced First Aid Principles:

Reinforcement of advanced first aid concepts, including life-saving procedures and injury management.

Advanced Emergency Equipment Usage:

Hands-on practice with specialized equipment, such as Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs) and advanced airway management tools.

Medical Teleconsultation Coordination:

Training on effective communication with medical professionals via teleconsultation to provide optimal care during emergencies.

Prolonged Care Techniques:

Methods for delivering sustained care to casualties when immediate evacuation is not possible.

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

Scenario 1: Managing a severe injury on an offshore wind turbine platform, utilizing advanced first aid techniques and coordinating with medical teleconsultation services.
Scenario 2: Providing prolonged care to a casualty in a remote onshore wind farm until professional medical help arrives.
Scenario 3: Effectively using advanced emergency equipment during a simulated cardiac arrest scenario.

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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