GWO Basic Safety Training V14.0
2021-04-01_TS_BST_V14
5.3 Aims and objectives
This BST Training shall enable participants to support and care for themselves and others working in the industry by possessing the knowledge and skills of First Aid, Working at Heights, Manual Handling, Fire Awareness, Sea Survival and in case of an emergency, to be able to evacuate, rescue and provide appropriate First Aid to Casualties.
5.4 Duration of BST Modules
The total contact time for completing the stand-alone modules in this basic safety training standard is estimated to be 40 hours . This is based on the time estimates given in the module timetables and summarised in table 5-6 below.
The training provider must not exceed the times per day given in table 5-7 below.
The training provider must ensure that sufficient time is allowed for participants with prior experience to share their experiences related to the modules of the basic training standard in a way that is constructive for the entire class.
Modules
Duration
First Aid
13 hours 20 minutes
Manual Handling
3 hours 35 minutes
Fire Awareness
3 hours 20 minutes
Working at Heights
13 hours 25 minutes
Working at Heights & Manual Handling Combined
14 hours 50 minutes
Sea Survival
6 hours 30 minutes
Table 5.4 - Duration of the GWO BST Modules
Maximum duration per day
Contact time
8 hours
Total training day
10 hours
Table 5.4.1 - Maximum durations for training days
Note: Contact time includes delivery of course lesson contents, practical exercises and activities directly related to these.
The total training day includes contact time, meals and breaks and travel between training sites (where applicable).
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