GWO First Aid Course

Instructor demonstrating first aid on a dummy arm

 

CWind Training’s in-depth GWO First Aid training course is specifically aimed at personnel who will be working in the wind industry or related fields. This includes those that have duties in a wind turbine environment or any kind of offshore wind structure, where having the GWO first aid skills are essential for the protection of engineers and staff.

Book your 2-day GWO First Aid course with us to cover all of the practical and theoretical basics of first aid. From understanding hazards and assessing potentially dangerous situations to performing the fundamentals of first aid, this is a holistic course that will equip you with the knowledge you need to do your job confidently.

Our GWO First Aid courses are delivered by expert instructors, each of which has years’ of experience working in the offshore wind industry. They are on hand to guide you through your sessions with practical demonstrations, giving you a first-hand look at how to deal with emergencies should they ever occur. If you have any questions or queries about the CWind GWO First Aid course, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team!

Summary:

The theoretical elements of the GWO First Aid course will allow you to show a good understanding of common threats to the human body, and the correct methods of dealing with emergencies.

The practical elements of the course will give you the chance to demonstrate the correct first aid techniques for primary lifesaving and how to regulate a variety of conditions. There will also be practical incident management exercises in dedicated training environments, built to replicate real-life scenarios.

Theory:

  • Importance and Legislation
  • Basic human anatomy
  • Incident management
  • Life-saving first aid
  • Use of AEDs
  • Normal first aid
  • Written assessment

Practical:

  • Life-saving techniques
  • Correct use of AEDs
  • Other first aid techniques
  • Practical scenarios
  • Ongoing assessment

Pre-Requisites:

The GWO First Aid course can be physically demanding and to participate in the training you must be medically fit and capable of participating fully.

You must provide us with a copy of your valid, current medical certificate as proof of your recent fitness.

Other pre-requisites:

  • You must provide a valid photographic ID such as a Passport or Driving Licence
  • You must be 18+
  • This course is run in English and as such you much have an appropriate level of fluency in order to participate.

Price:

£275.00 (VAT excl.) per person

Duration:

2 Day

Equipment required:

  • Appropriate clothing to climb in (we advise loose clothing which does not hinder your movement)
  • Appropriate clothing for the weather conditions (Parts of the training will take place outsite)
  • Safety footwear

You are able to bring your own PPE other than that provided by CWind Training. You must provide a signed self-declaration stating that the equipment is in good condition and relevant inspections are up to date. CWind Training withholds the right to refuse use of equipment if it fails visual inspection.