GWO ART v 2.1

GWO ADVANCED RESCUE TRAINING STANDARD V02.1 – SINGLE RESCUER: NACELLE, TOWER & BASEMENT RESCUE

2020-10-01_TS_ART_V02.1

12 S INGLE RESCUER : NACELLE , TOWER & BASEMENT RESCUE ( SR : NTBR )

12.1 Aims and objectives of the Single Rescuer NTBR Module

The aim of this module is to enable the course participants to perform single rescuer advanced rescue operations, in a WTG nacelle, tower and basement, by using industry standard rescue equipment, methods and techniques, exceeding those of GWO Working at height. Based on the course participants NTBR Module qualifications, the single rescuer NTBR Module shall ensure that course participants are able to; 1) Assess and determine single rescuer rescue strategy (relevant rescue method, technique, certified equipment and how to organize the rescue efforts and incident scene) for various rescue scenarios, in a WTG nacelle, tower and basement 2) Apply rescue methods and techniques in performing descending and ascending single rescuer rescue operations, from a WTG nacelle, tower and basement using a rescue stretcher and transfer board, manually operated and power-driven lowering/raising rescue system (rescue device and pulley system or similar), and other rescue equipment relevant to the Course Participant.

12.2 Competencies of the Single Rescuer NTBR Module

1) Perform Single Rescuer descending and ascending rescue operations from an enclosed space in a WTG nacelle, tower and basement, to a primary assembly area (ground, transition piece, or helicopter hoisting platform) or a secondary assembly area (vessel), using industry standard rescue equipment

Note: Rescue scenarios where the injured person is located on the outside of the nacelle and on the outside of the tower are not included.

12.3 Course participant prerequisites for the Single Rescuer NTBR Module

The single rescuer NTBR module is an add on to the NTBR module, hence it is a prerequisite to have a valid NTBR certificate. Valid GWO Working at heights, GWO First aid, and GWO Manual handling certificates are prerequisites for participation as well.

12.4 Duration of the Single Rescuer NTBR Module

The total contact time for completing this module is estimated to be 4 hours and 20 minutes. This is based on the time estimate given in the module timetable. The training provider must not exceed the times per day given in table 12-4 below. The training provider must ensure that sufficient time is allowed for course participants with prior experience to share their experiences related to the module in a way that is constructive for the entire class.

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