GWO Basic Safety Training Online Partial Refresher

BSTR-P Fire awarness partial online refresher V01

ELEMENT 6.2 - CORRECT USE OF FIREFIGHTING EQUIPMENT

The instructor shall:

Lead a discussion about the advantages and disadvantages of typical firefighting equipment found in wind turbines Lead a discussion about the importance of and how to assess a safe distance for the use of firefighting equipment Explain and demonstrate safe distance and precautions with various firefighting equipment Explain and demonstrate correct, efficient and safe use of various firefighting equipment in a wind turbine like environment Note: As a minimum handheld carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) and water extinguisher, including fire blankets shall be demonstrated, and dry chemical shall be explained. Where possible and in accordance with local legislation this demonstration should be conducted using live fire and live extinguishing agents.

Global Wind Organisation

www.globalwindsafety.org

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