GWO Enhanced First Aid
Course overview
This three-day course equips wind industry professionals with advanced first aid skills for handling complex medical emergencies in remote environments. Building on basic first aid, it prepares you to:
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Provide prolonged emergency care and manage serious injuries
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Handle severe trauma, cardiac events, hypothermia, and other critical conditions
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Coordinate effectively with medical services and emergency response teams
Through realistic simulations, you’ll gain hands-on experience in assessing, treating, and stabilizing patients until professional help arrives. This training meets Global Wind Organisation (GWO) standards, ensuring you’re prepared for emergency situations on both onshore and offshore wind farms.
Essential information
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Prerequisites
Participants should have:
- A valid GWO Basic First Aid certificate or equivalent.
- Physical fitness to participate in practical training exercises, including rescue and patient handling scenarios.
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Who is it for?
This course is ideal for:
- Wind turbine technicians, engineers, and maintenance personnel who work in remote or offshore environments where immediate medical assistance may not be readily available.
- Safety officers and team leaders responsible for emergency preparedness and response on wind farms.
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Assessment
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Certification
Course Content
Advanced Trauma Management:
Medical Emergency Response:
Prolonged Care Skills:
Use of Advanced Equipment:
Coordination with Emergency Services:
Practical Simulation Exercises:
Why Choose Maersk Training for Your GWO EFA Course?
Expert Instructors
Learn from certified trainers with extensive experience in emergency medical response in remote environments.
Meet our peopleRealistic Simulations
Participate in hands-on training exercises that replicate real-life emergencies, ensuring you are fully prepared.
Read about trainingGlobally Recognized Certification
Maintain your GWO certification, a critical requirement for working safely in remote wind energy settings.
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How it works
Step 1
Identify the specific training modules for your desired role and decide if you want on-site training or a mix of digital and on-site (blended).Step 2
Once you've chosen the right course, register and pay online. You'll receive a confirmation email instantly.Step 3
After enrolling, you'll receive a separate email with detailed joining instructions for the training session.Step 4
Attend your scheduled training session and pass the required assessments to successfully achieve certification.Step 5
Upon successfully completing the course and passing the assessments, you'll receive your official certification from Maersk Training or the relevant accreditation body.
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