What is the Global Wind Organization (GWO)?

GWO (Global Wind Organization) is a leading organization in the wind energy industry focused on promoting safety and standardization in wind energy. GWO offers a variety of training to ensure that workers in the wind energy industry have the necessary skills and knowledge to work safely and efficiently.

Basic Safety Training (BST)

One of the most important training courses offered by GWO is Basic Safety Training (BST). This course is designed to provide workers in the wind energy industry with the basic knowledge and skills they need to work safely on wind turbines. The training covers a variety of topics including emergency response, fire awareness and working at height. BST is a mandatory course for all workers in the wind energy industry and must be completed before they can begin working on a wind turbine.

Working at great heights (WAH)

Another important course offered by GWO is the Working at Height (WAH) course. This course is designed to provide workers in the wind energy industry with the knowledge and skills necessary to work safely at high altitudes, including the use of personal protective equipment, safe work practices and emergency procedures. The WAH course is essential for workers in the wind energy industry who will be working on or near wind blades, nacelles or towers.

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Handling

Finally, GWO offers a manual handling course that focuses on teaching skills for safely reaching around heavy and bulky equipment. The course covers topics such as risk assessment, safe use of equipment and techniques, and injury prevention. The manual handling training is designed to help reduce the risk of injury to workers in the wind energy industry and increase the efficiency of their work.

GWO courses on occupational safety

In summary, GWO’s occupational safety courses provide workers in the wind power industry with the necessary skills and knowledge to work safely and efficiently. Completion of GWO’s Basic Safety, Working at Height, and Manual Handling training courses is mandatory for all workers in the wind industry, and it is essential that workers complete these courses before they can begin working on a wind turbine. This not only ensures the safety of workers, but also increases the efficiency and productivity of work.

GWO Training Center in Xanthi

The RODOPI GWO Training Center in Xanthi offers individuals the unique opportunity to combine a short vacation in sunny Greece with valuable occupational safety training. Our state-of-the-art facility, experienced instructors and convenient location make us the perfect choice for anyone looking to improve their safety knowledge and skills.

One of the biggest advantages of our training center is the comprehensive curriculum we offer. Our courses cover a wide range of safety topics, including first aid, fire safety, manual handling and working at height. After completing these courses, participants are better able to identify and avoid potential workplace hazards, which ultimately reduces the risk of accidents and injuries.