GWO Sea Survival Refresher
Course Overview
The GWO Sea Survival Refresher course is designed to renew and strengthen the skills required to act safely during offshore incidents in the offshore wind energy environment. This training ensures participants maintain valid GWO certificates while reinforcing essential sea survival techniques needed for safe offshore operations.
This sea survival refresher forms part of GWO Basic Safety Training and focuses on updating both theoretical and practical training elements. The course aligns with GWO standards and prepares participants to respond effectively to emergency situations involving wind turbine generators, vessels, and offshore installations.
Participants will revisit key safety procedures, emergency response actions, and the use of life saving appliances, ensuring they can perform safely during both normal operation and emergency scenarios.
1 Day
£417 ex VAT
In Person
Salford
Course Information
You will learn survival techniques and methods of safe transfer between vessels and installations. Theoretical and practical training will give the basic knowledge and skills to act safely and take correct preventative actions in all aspects of offshore operations both during normal operation and in an emergency in an offshore wind energy environment.
Practical Training and Survival Techniques
A key focus of the course is practical training, where participants will demonstrate knowledge through realistic exercises. This includes the use of different life saving appliances, practising water entry techniques, and participating in rescue scenarios.
Delegates will also practise using rescue devices, safety systems, and personal protective equipment, ensuring they can operate effectively in real offshore conditions.
Emergency Response and Safety Procedures
The course reinforces the importance of following emergency procedures and relevant legislation when working offshore. Participants will learn how to act safely and take appropriate action during emergencies, including coordinating rescue efforts and applying first aid treatment where required.
Understanding the limitations of equipment and environmental conditions is also covered to enhance safety awareness.
Equipment and Offshore Safety Systems
Participants will refresh their understanding of personal protective equipment and other safety systems used in offshore environments. This includes equipment used during transfer, evacuation, and rescue operations on vessels and installations.
Training ensures all participants can demonstrate understanding of how to use equipment correctly and safely.
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This course is suitable for personnel in the offshore wind industry who hold an existing GWO sea survival certification that is approaching expiry or within the valid renewal window. It is essential for those involved in offshore work, including technicians, vessel crew, and support staff working on wind turbines or installation vessels. Participants must have completed the original certification before attending the refresher.
Demonstrate knowledge of dangers and symptoms related to hypothermia and drowning
Understand the limitations of different life-saving appliances (LSA), personal protective equipment (PPE) and personal fall protection Equipment (PFPE) used in the offshore wind industry
Demonstrate knowledge of risks related to transfers
Demonstrate safe transfer and evacuation of a WTG
Have knowledge of search and rescue (SAR) and global maritime distress and safety systems (GMDSS)
Give first aid treatment to a “man overboard”
Demonstrate individual and group survival techniques at sea-
A valid WINDA ID is required.
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Safety footwear is required for all practical sessions.
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A general standard of fitness is required.
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Photographic ID Card, such as a drivers licence or passport.
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Upon completion of the course, delegates will be awarded with GWO approved certification for the sea survival module.
Certification does not expire.Registration and Welcome: The day typically begins with registration, where participants confirm their attendance and receive any necessary training materials or equipment.
Safety Briefing: A safety briefing is conducted to highlight the importance of adhering to safety protocols throughout the training session and in our centre.
Catering: Lunch will be provided to all delegates.Participants or individuals booking the course are responsible for ensuring that they meet all the necessary prerequisites and provide the required evidence, such as valid certificates for revalidation courses, on the first day of the course.
Failure to fulfill any of these prerequisites may lead to the participant being requested to leave the course. Please note that no refunds will be issued in such cases.
Certification and Validity
Upon successful completion, participants renew their GWO sea survival refresher certification, which is recorded in the GWO WINDA database. This ensures continued compliance with industry requirements and allows individuals to continue working in offshore roles.
Course Duration and Requirements
The sea survival refresher training course is typically shorter than the initial course and focuses on updating essential skills. Participants must hold valid or recently expired certification and be medically fit to take part in practical exercises.
Booking and Further Information
The GWO Sea Survival Refresher is delivered at approved training centres with facilities designed to simulate offshore conditions. Delegates should confirm course dates, requirements, and documentation before booking. For further information or to secure a place on an upcoming course, participants are encouraged to get in touch.