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GWO Fire Awareness Refresher

Language: English
Location: East Anglia | Humber | Newcastle | New York
Accreditation body: GWO
Learning mode: Classroom
Upcoming events: 22
About the course
Available in English
Fire Fighter (2)

Purpose of GWO Fire Awareness Refresher

Essential information

01

Prerequisites

  • Participants must hold a valid GWO Fire Awareness certificate that is within its two-year validity period. Additionally, a valid WINDA ID is required.

02

Who is it for?

  • This course is intended for personnel working in the wind industry who need to refresh their GWO Fire Awareness certification.

03

Assessment

  • Participants will undergo both theoretical and practical assessments to evaluate their competence in fire awareness and response.

04

Certification

Upon successful completion, participants receive a GWO Fire Awareness Refresher certificate valid for two years.

Course Content

Fire development and spread

Understanding how fires start and propagate in wind turbine environments.

Fire causes and hazards:

Identifying common causes of fires and associated risks within wind turbines.

Fire detection and emergency procedures

Recognising signs of fire and implementing appropriate emergency response actions.

Firefighting equipment usage

Proper operation of firefighting equipment specific to wind turbine settings.

Evacuation planning

Developing and executing evacuation plans related to fire and smoke risks.

Practical firefighting scenarios

Engaging in hands-on exercises to apply firefighting techniques in simulated environments.

Why Choose Maersk Training for Your GWO Fire Awareness Refresher?

Experienced instructors

Learn from industry experts with extensive knowledge of well control operations and safety practices.

Meet our people

Stay GWO-Compliant

Maintain your GWO certification and ensure continued safety compliance in the wind energy sector.

About GWO

State-of-the-art Facilities

Experience realistic training conditions using our modern simulation equipment.

Our facilities
Fire Extinguisher (6)

Training in action: real-life GWO Fire Awareness Refresher scenarios

FAQ

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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GWO Fire Awareness Refresher

Location:
East Anglia | Humber | Newcastle | New York
Language:
English