Competent Wind Turbine Climber and Rescue & Refresher

Gravitec’s Competent Wind turbine Climber and Rescue & Refresher Course combines classroom sessions with practical hands-on exercises. Focusing on a planned approach to working at height, this course begins with basic fall protection theory, including the five methods of the fall protection hierarchy, and applicable local and state fall protection and rescue regulations and standards. It introduces the most common fall protection tools and methods utilized to protect climbers from the various fall hazards encountered on wind turbines with an overview of commercially available fall arrest systems. The function of each piece of equipment is discussed during interactive classroom sessions and followed with extensive hands-on activities to complete the fall protection learning experience. During the rescue portion of the course, students learn how to use common rescue devices to include, but not limited to, Tractel’s Derope (or similar), block and tackle systems, and Gravitec’s G4 Wind Turbine Rescue & Evacuation System.

Students will have the opportunity to practice their rescue skills using each rescue system in a controlled environment. Students’ skills are confirmed with problem-solving scenarios set up by the instructor and designed to simulate rescue events. Written and practical tests are administered to ensure the principles presented in the course are understood. Documentation is available to satisfy your company’s due diligence and regulatory requirements.

This course meets the Criteria for Accepted Practices in Safety, Health, and Environmental Training (ANSI/ASSE Z490.1), the highest industry standard for training. It also meets the requirements of ANSI/ASSE Z359.2, Minimum Requirements for a Comprehensive Managed Fall Protection Program, found in the ANSI/ASSE Z359 Fall Protection Code.

Gravitec can supply all necessary fall protection equipment for this course.