Addressing the Skills Shortage in the Wind Sector Renewable energy is the future! Through renewable energy sources such as offshore wind power, communities can significantly reduce their carbon emissions while showing a higher potential for power generation due to faster and more constant winds. The UK spearheaded the global development of offshore wind technology, with[…]
Advantages of Manual Handling Training for Employees If your company operations rely on workers manually handling your equipment or products, you must include manual handling training in your onboarding process. This training will contribute to workplace safety and prevent accidents and mishaps when workers complete manual handling tasks. When it comes to promoting safety in[…]
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[…]
As technology, multinational corporations, and the rest of humanity continue to move towards a future of sustainable and environmentally-friendly way of living and operating, one sector has been shown to grow faster every year: renewable energy. Thanks to proper education, key backing in some of the world’s capitals, and a conscious effort from innovators and companies around[…]
There’s no denying that the wind industry is a booming sector that pursues renewable sources of energy. That’s why many investors are taking the plunge into this robust and highly sustainable industry. However, wind investors should deem health and safety as important matters crucial to the success of any investments in the wind industry. They[…]
The wind turbine industry provides one of the most critical jobs to date as it promotes a clean source of power. Wind turbines are increasing by the year, and it isn’t showing any signs of slowing down, especially with the demand for more sustainable energy production. The rapid expansion of the industry results in the[…]
While health and safety are apparent concerns across all UK industries, they are all the more given utmost importance in the construction industry. According to the health, safety & environment (HSE) fatal injuries report, the fatality rate in the construction industry is four times higher than all other sectors in the UK. This industry also[…]
If a job requires you to handle wind turbines physically, a few Basic Safety Training (BST) modules will apply. Employers are required to ensure that all their employees are well-trained to practice safety. To facilitate this, the Global Wind Organisation (GWO) has created a standard that requires and assists employers in carrying out this duty.[…]
