GWO First Aid

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Course Overview

The aim of this module is to learn to administer safe and effective First Aid in the wind turbine industry/Wind Turbine Generator environment in accordance with GWO First Aid training through theoretical and practical training.

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Course Content

• Understanding of the importance of carrying out First Aid in a safe and sound manner in accordance with the legislative requirements of their geographic location and according to European Resuscitation Council and American Heart Association guidelines.


• Identify and explain normal function, normal signs, functions and symptoms of serious and minor injuries and illness related to the human body.


• Understanding and correct order of management in an emergency situation in a Wind Turbine Generator environment.


• Correct use of lifesaving first aid using the primary survey A-B-C.


• Correct use of an automatic external defibrillator (AED).


• Correct use of ordinary First Aid, the secondary survey.


• Correct use of first aid equipment in a first aid scenario.

On successful completion of course content, delegates will be awarded a GWO Approved First Aid Certificate which is valid for 24 months. Courses are conducted at RelyOnNutec training centres at Teesside.

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Who Should Attend?

The Basic Safety Training is designed to provide personnel with the basic skills that will enable them to work in a safe manner in the global wind industry. It is designed to accommodate personnel working both onshore and offshore.