This training offers theoretical and practical knowledge about disasters on board a ship and/or offshore wind installation, first aid, evacuation procedures, and survival techniques.
With this course, focusing on both theory and practice, STC-KNRM contributes to a safer working environment for personnel in the wind industry. This training is based on the extensive experience of STC-KNRM in providing Sea Survival training for offshore and maritime personnel. For practical parts, for example, a KNRM lifeboat with the jet drive is used. But also the advanced swimming pool at the STC-KNRM location, where all weather types can be simulated.

The following components are covered in this training:

• the dangers and symptoms of hypothermia and drowning;
• advantages and limitations of the various LSA, PPE and PFPE used in the offshore wind industry;
• attracting or using the various LSA, PPE and PFPE materials;
• transfer to and from the board in a safe manner;
• emergency procedures, safety equipment and measures on and at installations, ships, and wind turbines;
• procedures in a man-on-board situation (SAR, GMDSS Recovery and First Aid);
• evacuation procedures for wind turbines;
• basic knowledge about survival at sea, individually and in a group.

Class times:
Participants are expected to register at 7.45 am. The training will start at 8.30 AM and end around 4 PM.

Language:
The training is given in English. On request, the training for groups can be organized in a different language. It is also possible to hire an interpreter via STC-KNRM.

Additional options:
Following the GWO Sea Survival refresher the following training courses can be booked:

• GWO Fire Awareness refresher;
• GWO Manual Handling refresher;
• GWO First Aid refresher;
• GWO Working at Heights refresher;
• Medical examination.

Admission
Requirements: A requirement to participate in the refresh training is that the participant must be in possession of a valid Sea Survival certificate. In addition, it is important that the participant is in possession of a medical examination. STC-KNRM can arrange this inspection for you. It is also possible to hand over a statement from a doctor showing that you are physically able to participate in the training. 

Winda registration
From October 17, 2016, all participants in the GWO training must register as a participant in WINDA. Once the registration has been completed you will receive a WINDA ID, you must have sent this WINDA ID to info@whitecoraloffshore.nl before the training ends. This WINDA ID is your personal identification and all your future GWO training courses will be registered under this ID. You can register for a WINDA ID with a smartphone, tablet or PC at winda.globalwindsafety.org .