GWO Working at Height (Blended) is a certified wind energy training that combines online e-learning with hands-on practical instruction. This course prepares you to work safely at height inside and around wind turbines, covering essential rescue techniques, safe use of equipment, and current legislation.
| Timetable | 1.5 days (practical) + online e-learning |
| Certification | GWO Working at Height |
| Validation | 2 years |
| Requirements | There are no specific prerequisite qualifications for this training. Participants must be physically capable of performing work at height and completing the practical exercises involved. |
This blended training delivers the full GWO Working at Height standard through a combination of self-paced online e-learning and a practical session of one and a half days. Participants gain a thorough understanding of relevant legislation, learn to identify hazards specific to wind turbines, and develop hands-on proficiency with anchor points, ladders, and evacuation equipment. The course also covers rescue procedures for assisting injured colleagues in the field.
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The GWO Working at Height (Blended) training is designed for technicians and other professionals who need to work safely at elevation within the wind energy sector. By combining e-learning with focused practical training, this course allows you to build theoretical knowledge at your own pace before applying it in a supervised, realistic setting.
The e-learning component introduces the regulatory framework governing work at height, the specific hazards found in wind turbines, and the principles behind safe working systems. In the practical sessions, you will work with actual anchor points, ladders, and evacuation equipment, practising the techniques needed to protect yourself and others in a real working environment.
A key element of the course is rescue training. You will learn how to respond when a colleague becomes incapacitated while working at height, including the use of evacuation equipment and emergency descent procedures. On successful completion, you receive a GWO Working at Height certificate that is valid for two years and recognised throughout the wind energy industry.
GWO Working at Height (Blended) is a certified course for wind energy professionals that combines online e-learning with one and a half days of practical instruction. It covers legislation, hazard identification, fall protection, evacuation equipment, and rescue techniques, meeting the Global Wind Organisation standard for working at height.
Blended means the training is split between an online e-learning module and an in-person practical component. You complete the theoretical part remotely at your own pace before attending the practical session in Rotterdam. This format reduces time spent on-site while ensuring all required competencies are covered.
There are no specific certification prerequisites for this course. However, all participants must be physically capable of carrying out work at height and engaging in the hands-on exercises. If you have any doubts about your physical fitness, we recommend consulting with a medical professional before enrolling.
The certificate is valid for two years from the date of issue. To maintain your qualification, you will need to complete a refresher course before it expires. The GWO standard requires periodic renewal to ensure that skills and knowledge remain current.
This training is intended for wind turbine technicians, service engineers, and other personnel who are required to work at height on wind energy installations. It is suitable for both those new to the industry and experienced professionals renewing an expiring GWO Working at Height certificate.
