Manual Handling Module - GWO BST

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The GWO BST Manual Handling course is designed for:

Technicians and professionals in the wind industry who are required to perform load handling as part of their daily tasks.

This module is essential for:

• Wind turbine technicians and operators handling tools, spare parts, and materials, looking to minimize the risk of injuries.

• Workers exposed to risks of musculoskeletal injuries.

• Companies seeking compliance with Global Wind Organisation (GWO) standards for worker safety.

By completing this course, participants gain internationally recognized certification, opening doors to new opportunities in the renewable energy sector.

Objetivo

The GWO BST Manual Handling Training focuses on preventing injuries and improving efficiency in load handling tasks. Participants will learn to:

• Understand best practices in manual load handling, including the proper use of equipment.
• Identify signs and symptoms of injuries caused by improper manual handling.
• Understand problem-solving related to load handling in the context of a wind turbine.
• Know and demonstrate risk reduction techniques in manual load handling.

Requisitos del curso

• Must be over 18 years old.
• Adequate physical fitness for the activity.
• No prior experience is required.

Duración del curso

The Manual Handling of Loads course lasts 4 hours. It combines theoretical knowledge with practical exercises in real working conditions, ensuring that participants gain both understanding and hands-on skills.

Certificación y Validez

Participants receive an official GWO Digital Certificate, valid for 24 months.

• Certification is recognized internationally in the wind sector.

• Renewal can be done at any audited GWO training center up to 3 months before expiry without penalty.

This makes the certification not only a safety requirement but also a career asset for professionals in renewable energy.

Precio del curso

• Initial Course: €175
• Refresher Course: €110
  The price includes all necessary materials for training and practical exercises in a controlled environment.

Contenido del curso

The course covers the following topics:

• Legislation on load handling.
• Identification of associated risks and hazards.
• Anatomy of the spine and proper postures.
• Load lifting planning.
• Risk control and lifting techniques.
• Safe behavior in a wind turbine according to GWO standards.
• Practical exercises in a real and controlled context.