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Combined Working at Height and Manual Handling Full

By the end of this course, participants will be able to use and inspect basic PPE, work safely at height, and perform various rescues in a wind turbine environment using standard rescue and evacuation equipment. Participants will also be able to understand common musculoskeletal injuries and how to prevent them, and be able to perform various manual handling tasks in a safe manner.

This is a blended learning course comprised of self-paced e-learning and an 8 hour in-venue session.

£425 + VAT  per person Booking

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Combined Working at Height and Manual Handling Full

Duration:1 day

Level:GWO Full Course

Accredited by:Global Wind Organisation

  • 1 day
  • Tue 17 Dec 2024 | 09:00 - 17:30

Course Description

This course is designed to enable participants to safely use and inspect basic personal protective equipment, work safely at height, and perform a comprehensive set of basic rescues in a wind turbine environment.

Course Content

  • Legislation

  • Harnesses

  • Fall Prevention

  • Vertical Fall Arrest Systems

  • Fall Arrest Lanyards

  • Dropped Objects

  • Self-Retracting Lifelines

  • Common Musculoskeletal Injuries

  • Safe Manual Handling Techniques

  • Risks, Hazards, and Suspension Trauma

  • Emergency Procedures

  • Rescue Devices and Rigging Setup

  • Rescue Exercises

Course Details

E-Learning Duration: 6.5 hours (minimum)

In-Venue Duration: 8 hours

Start and End Times (Unless Otherwise Informed): 09:00 - 17:30

Certificate Validity: 2 years

Available Locations: Gateshead, Winchester

Refreshments: Tea, coffee, and refreshments provided throughout the day. Lunch will be provided. Regretfully we cannot provide for gluten or dairy intolerances, but please let us know if you have any allergies.

Course Entry Requirements:

  • Participants must be 18+
  • Participants will need to complete a self-declaration of medical fitness. If there is any concern about a participant's fitness to train please contact us.
  • A good grasp of English (spoken and written) is required for learning and safety reasons, such as B2 or higher on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) or equivalent.