Wind Energy Safety

In the past few decades, the growth rate in the wind energy sector has reached the most phenomenal among all renewable energy sources. Helping the domestic wind energy industry to achieve occupational health and safety excellence is a major strategic goal by local authority. This effort is being led by Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) training. The GLOMACS Wind Energy Safety training course  provide solutions to health and safety concerns specific to the wind industry as there are many hazardous operations and risky activities.

Some workers are unaware of the potential hazards present in their work environment, which makes them more vulnerable to the danger of work-related injuries. They may also expose their fellows to imminent dangers while working. Illustration is important for making working procedures easy for operation and to enhance safety programs. This Wind Energy Safety training course will be a comprehensive “core skills” program that includes the operation safety techniques guided by professional instructor.

By the end of this Wind Energy Safety training course, the participants will be able to:

• Have an awareness of HSE policy.
• Understand the basic principles of safety.
• List the typical hazards of workplace.
• Work at heights and rescue equipment.
• Describe a safe method of manual Handling.
• Explain the precautions to be taken when carrying out different activities.
• List the criteria for assessment and evaluation of a workplace.
• Basic knowledge on Emergency preparedness and Response plan

Participants to this training course will receive a thorough training on the subjects covered by the course outline with the Tutor utilizing a variety of proven adult learning teaching and facilitation techniques. Training methodology includes, Lecture and discussion, Presentation, Role play, Using of video tapes and Practical Examples.

The organisation will benefit as the following: 

• Fewer Accidents at Work
• Higher Levels of Productivity
• Better Compliance
• Improved Company Culture
• Rise company reputation

The participants to this Wind Energy Safety training course will have the following personal impact:

• Raise worker’s profile
• Upgrade risk perception
• Reflect management commitment to safety
• Correct misconception
• Increases work efficiency

This Wind Energy Safety training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit: 

• Electricians
• Safety Officers
• Electricians
• Maintenance workers
• New employees
• Any additional employees as management determines necessary

DAY 1

Introduction to Safety at Wind Power Plant 

• History of wind energy
• Previous incident in wind plant
• Hazard identification and recognition
• Risk assessment techniques
• Hazards categories refer to international standards (OSHA/ISO/HSE)
• Hazards control methodologies

DAY 2

Electrical Safety

• The Hazards and Risks of Electricity
• Electrical shock, arc flash and arc blast
• Energized equipment (Motor control centers and switchgears)
• Damaged electrical power tools and equipment
• Protective Systems and Devices
• Lockout tag out
• Safe operation of electrical equipment
• Personal protective equipment (PPE)

DAY 3

Fire Safety

• Introduction to fire chemistry
• Flammable and combustible liquid storage and handling
• Basic fire fighting
• Types and operation of Portable Fire Extinguishers
• Fire protection and alarm system

DAY 4

Working at Heights

• Categories of working at heights
• Fall Protection systems and Plans
• Fitment and Inspection
• Suspension Trauma
• Height Safety PPE
• Rescue planning
• Competent person

DAY 5

Emergency Planning and Response

• Emergency response plan
• Emergency escape procedures
• Major and minor scenarios
• Housekeeping and emergency
• Responsibilities of personnel

In Association With

The Energy Training Centre

Our collaboration with Energy Training Centre aims to provide the best training services and benefits for our valued clients

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