This GWO module enables participants to take the correct preventive actions in all aspects of offshore safe access and rescue. This module prepares participants for regular operation and emergencies during travel from shore to installation or turbine and while up tower. GWO certified through ENSA.
CONTENT:
Safe conduct on installations, vessels, and turbines during normal operations and emergencies
Roles, responsibilities, laws, and guidance per GWO, OSHA, BOEM, BSEE, and STCW
Cold shock, hypothermia, and drowning
Individual and collective survival techniques at sea
Advantages and limitations of personal LSA and PPE and usage
GMDSS (Global Maritime Distress and Safety Systems) and SAR (Search and Rescue)
Transfer of workers and equipment between the dock to vessel and the vessel to turbine foundation
Evacuation from the turbine to water
DURATION:
Initial & Refresher: Seven (7) Hours | 1 Day
PREREQUISITES:
Participants engage in rigorous activity and should be in a good state of health, and physically capable of fully taking part in all course exercises.
Students need work boots, bathing suit, a t-shirt, and a photo ID. We provide all other equipment.
CERTIFICATION:
All participants who complete the full program in accordance with the learning and performance objectives receive a course completion certificate and GWO (WINDA) credit (24-month expiry).
LOCATION:
Survival Systems USA’s Groton Training Center, CT
AGE REQUIREMENTS:
Participants must be a minimum of 18 years of age for full participation and certification. Participants under 18 require parental consent.
SCHEDULING:
Book training calendar seats on a first-come, first-served basis.
ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS:
The GWO Sea Survival module is offered as a standalone course or can be taken in combination with other modules.