GWO COHE Control of Hazardous Energy

Boost safety and competence in wind turbine lifting operations with GWO-certified crane and hoist training.

Course Overview

Our “GWO Crane and Hoist Basic User Training” is designed for professionals in the wind energy sector who perform pre-planned lifting operations using fixed cranes and hoists. This course combines theoretical instruction with hands-on practical training to ensure participants can safely and effectively operate common types of small, fixed cranes (e.g., 8 metric tons/meter) and hoists in both onshore and offshore wind turbine environments.

Course Objectives

By completing this GWO-certified module, participants will:

  • Develop safety awareness when using cranes and hoists during wind turbine service operations.
  • Learn to operate fixed cranes and hoists in accordance with manufacturer manuals, industry standards, and relevant legislation.
  • Gain the skills to perform basic lifts safely and responsibly in a WTG (Wind Turbine Generator) environment.
  • Understand the limitations and safe use of lifting equipment in the wind power industry.

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:

  • Wind industry personnel are involved in routine lifting operations.
  • Technicians working onshore or offshore who use fixed cranes and hoists.
  • Anyone seeking to meet GWO training requirements for lifting operations in wind energy projects.

Why Choose Us?

As a GWO-certified training center , we deliver high-quality, compliant training that meets global standards. Our expert instructors and realistic training scenarios ensure participants leave confident and competent in crane and hoist operations.

Course content

  • Roles and responsibilities
  • Manufacturer documentation and statutory inspection documents
  • Lifting plan
  • Risk assessment
  • Safety
  • Types of cranes
  • Types of hoists
  • Introduction to operating systems
  • Safety and emergency systems
  • Lifting accessories
  • Theory application
  • Pre-use inspections
  • Pre-lifting tasks
  • Warm-up
  • Lifting operations
  • Emergency procedures
  • Post lifting

Certificate validity: No Expiry