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Basic Safety Training

Overview Of BST

Basic Safety Training (BST) is a comprehensive training program offered by the Global Wind Organisation (GWO) that equips wind industry personnel with essential safety skills.

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Training Objectives:

  • Understand and identify potential hazards in the wind industry
  • Develop skills to respond to emergencies and prevent accidents
  • Learn safe working practices and procedures
  • Understand the importance of personal protective equipment (PPE)

Training Methodology:

  • Classroom instruction
  • Practical demonstrations
  • Hands-on training exercises
  • Assessments and evaluations

Duration:

  • Typically 5-6 days (depending on the training provider)

Certification:

  • GWO BST certification is valid for 2 years
  • Refresher training is required every 2 years to maintain certification

Target Audience:

  • Wind industry personnel, including technicians, engineers, and support staff
  • Anyone working

Prerequisites:

  • None, but a good understanding of English is recommended

This training is divided into five modules:

Module 1: First Aid

Topic 1.1 First Aid Principles
Topic 1.2 Assessing Injuries and Illnesses
Topic 1.3 Wound Cleaning and Dressing
Topic 1.4 Bleeding Control
Topic 1.5 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Topic 1.6 Defibrillator Training

Module 2: Manual Handling

Topic 2.1 Manual Handling Principles
Topic 2.2 Identifying Hazardous Manual Handling Tasks
Topic 2.3 Safe Lifting Techniques
Topic 2.4 Risk Assessment
Topic 2.5 Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders
Topic 2.5 Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders

Module 3: Fire Awareness

Topic 3.1 Fire Safety Principles
Topic 3.2 Identifying Fire Hazards
Topic 3.3 Fire Extinguisher Training
Topic 3.4 Evacuation Procedures
Topic 3.5 Fire Prevention Measures

Module 4: Working at Heights

Topic 4.1 Working at Heights Principles
Topic 4.2 Identifying Fall Hazards
Topic 4.3 Safety Equipment (Harnesses, Lanyards, etc.)
Topic 4.4 Safe Access and Egress Procedures
Topic 4.5 Rescue Procedures

Module 5: Sea Survival (Optional)

Topic 5.1 Sea Survival Principles
Topic 5.2 Life Raft Deployment and Use
Topic 5.3 Survival Suits
Topic 5.4 Emergency Beacons
Topic 5.5 Survival Techniques

Additional Topics

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Emergency Procedures
Communication and Teamwork
Hazard Reporting and Risk Assessment

Note: The training content and duration may vary depending on the training provider and location. It's essential to check with the GWO or a certified training provider for the most up-to-date information.