GWO Manual Handling
Course Overview
Step into the realm of safety and efficiency with the GWO Manual Handling course, an essential component of the Global Wind Organisation's esteemed training portfolio.
With industry-experienced instructors at the helm, the course unfolds in a state-of-the-art wind and renewables excellence centre, offering an immersive training experience for personnel working both onshore and offshore. This course focuses on instilling an awareness of positive manual handling behaviors, ensuring delegates can carry out manual handling activities safely and effectively.
Course Objectives
Upon completion, delegates will emerge with the capability to:
Demonstrate Correct Manual Handling Techniques: Master the art of safe lifting, carrying, and movement of items, minimising the risk of injury.
Understand the Risks: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the potential injuries and incidents stemming from incorrect manual handling techniques, and how to avoid them.
Course Content
The GWO Manual Handling course is rich with practical knowledge and skills, tailored to the unique challenges of the wind industry:
Legislation and Standards: An overview of relevant legislation, standards, and guidance that govern manual handling practices in the wind industry.
Incident Reporting: Learn the protocols for reporting incidents and injuries, a critical component of workplace safety.
Manual Handling Essentials: A deep dive into the principles of manual handling, ensuring you’re equipped with the knowledge to perform tasks safely.
Anatomy Awareness: Understand the anatomy of the spine and shoulders, and the common injuries associated with manual handling, providing a foundation for why proper techniques are crucial.
Equipment Checks: Guidance on performing pre and post-use checks of manual handling equipment, ensuring everything is in safe working order.
Risk Assessment: Training in assessing risks and implementing control measures, preparing you to plan and execute manual handling operations with minimal hazards.
Safe Lifting Techniques: Practical sessions on safe lifting techniques, aimed at protecting you and your colleagues from injury during manual tasks.
The GWO Manual Handling course is your opportunity to take control of safety in your hands. By embracing the best practices in manual handling, you're not just protecting yourself; you're fostering a culture of safety and efficiency that benefits the entire wind industry. Whether you're onshore or offshore, this course equips you with the skills to perform your role with confidence, ensuring that safety is always the top priority. Join us, and set a new standard in manual handling excellence.