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Copy GWO Sea Survival (Full or Refresher)

The overall objective of the GWO Sea Survival module is that participants will be able to act independently to prevent incidents, and minimise the consequences of any incidents by working safely and taking care of themselves and others while working offshore.

This is a blended learning course comprised of self-paced e-learning and a 5 hour in-venue session.

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Copy GWO Sea Survival (Full or Refresher)

Accredited by:Global Wind Organisation

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Course Description

The GWO Sea Survival course is designed to give participants the knowledge, skills, and ability to safely work offshore including using PPE and life-saving appliances, the use of location devices and survival techniques when submerged in the sea, and safe procedures for vessel-to-vessel and vessel to turbine transfers.

Course Content

  • Safety culture and legacy

  • Cold water immersion

  • Personal LSA and PPE

  • Life Saving appliances (LSA) and PPE

  • SAR AND GMDSS

  • Controlled entry into the water from TP ladder

  • Individual and collective swimming techniques

  • Correct usage of life raft

  • Emergency descent by constant rate descender

  • Safety on board vessels

  • Man overboard procedures (MOB)

  • Procedure for transfer between crew transfer vessel and wind turbine generator transition piece

  • Safe transfer between crew transfer vessel and wind turbine generator transition piece

Course Details

E-Learning Duration: 1.5 hours

In-Venue Duration: 5 hours

Certificate Validity: 2 years

Available Locations: Gateshead

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.