GWO Service Lift User Module (SLU)

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The GWO Service Lift User module is designed for

Personnel working in wind turbine generators (WTG) where service lifts are used to transport workers and equipment.

This training is ideal for:

• Wind turbine technicians and maintenance teams.

• Professionals who use lifts to access turbine platforms and nacelles.

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

By completing this course, participants ensure they can operate lifts safely and respond effectively to emergencies.

Objetivo

The GWO Service Lift User training prepares participants to:

• Carry out pre-use inspections of service lifts.

• Operate different types of lifts safely.

• Apply safe work practices while transporting personnel and equipment.

• Perform emergency procedures, including lift evacuation.

• Understand relevant legislation and safety manuals for lift operation.

The main goal of the GWO SLU is to train participants in the safe and efficient use of service lifts in wind turbines, ensuring safety under both normal conditions and emergency situations.

Requisitos del curso

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

Duración del curso

The GWO Service Lift User training lasts 4 hours and combines theoretical instruction with practical exercises, ensuring participants gain both knowledge and hands-on experience to operate service lifts safely in wind turbines.

Certificación y Validez

Upon completion, participants receive an official GWO digital certificate for the Service Lift User module.

• Certification has no fixed expiry, provided the participant continues working actively with lifts.

• Recognized internationally across the wind industry.

This makes the course a one-time professional investment for technicians in the renewable energy sector.

Precio del curso

GWO Service Lift User Training Price

• Complete Course: €175 (IVA not included) 

The course fee includes all training materials, supervised practical sessions, and the official GWO certification.

Contenido del curso

The GWO Service Lift User training covers essential knowledge and skills for service lift safety. It covers the following topics:

• Introduction to training
• Legislation and manuals
• General use of lifts
• Pre-use inspection
• Lift operation (practical exercises)
• Lift evacuation
• Closing the operation
• Training review

This module ensures that participants acquire in-depth knowledge of the safe and correct use of lifts in the wind turbine environment, as well as the necessary actions in emergencies. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of following and consulting the relevant manuals during operation.