What to Know About Becoming a Wind Turbine Technician As the global COVID-19 pandemic began to spread, the world was essentially forced to pause. Many countries had to go into lockdowns, and businesses worldwide started closing down at an alarming pace. The unemployment rate began to skyrocket as well. One silver lining has been that[…]
Everything You Need to Know About GWO Safety Training We often get a lot of questions regarding GWO safety training. So, we decided to compile all the frequently asked questions in this article. What is GWO Training? GWO means Global Wind Organisation. It is a nonprofit organisation founded by its wind turbine manufacturers and owners.[…]
Everything You Need to Know About GWO Courses Sustainable living and clean energy are becoming increasingly prominent as viable career opportunities. Due to the increased home electricity usage of up to 30 per cent, you can expect more as the pandemic continues. Fortunately, wind power and the demand for wind turbine technicians continue to grow. If[…]
A Guide to Becoming a Professional Wind Turbine Technician If you’re interested in building a career in the wind industry, there are plenty of opportunities waiting for you. One of them is becoming a wind turbine technician or a wind tech. Your duty involves installing wind turbines as well as repairing and maintaining them correctly[…]
The Value of GWO Training – Meeting Industry Standards Sustainability is the key term that service providers are prioritising for their brand’s image. Since companies want to satisfy their target demographic, who are more vocal about environmentally friendly practices, most of these establishments are incorporating green practices to reach a more larger market. Due to[…]
Our Guide To Fire Suppression Systems For Wind Turbines Fire protection for wind turbines poses unique risks. A wind turbine might catch fire because of engine failure. When this happens, it generates heat or causes flammable materials inside the turbine to spark. A wind farm might have one or two fires over its lifetime; since[…]
Why Prospective WTE Technicians Need a GWO Certification Anyone who wants to work in the wind and renewables sector needs to have a GWO certification. There are five elements to the GWO Basic Safety Training course, all of which a person must take to get a certification. These focus on basic sea survival, fire awareness[…]
Although it’s one of the newer industries in today’s global business and renewable energy landscape, the wind turbine industry has continually set itself apart as a challenging yet exciting and fulfilling sector to be a part of. Whether it’s working with complex machinery or coming to terms with the fact that the world’s hope for[…]
In the wind turbine operating industry, one of the biggest challenges that workers have to face is the perilous nature of working at height. This is especially difficult in seasons that call for round-the-clock maintenance. When it comes to understanding the main sayings of those working in the renewable energy and wind turbine industry, the[…]
Some industries, such as in wind turbines, construction, and aerospace, usually require their employees to work at heights. Operating at certain altitudes can be extremely dangerous, which is why companies in these industries have robust safety measures set in place. They implement fall protection measures to keep employees safe at all times. However, it’s inevitable[…]
