Safety training
Amendment Wind Limited Access
WLA V2
Publication date: 30 October 2025
Safety training
Amendment WLA V2 October 2025
1. AMENDMENT TO GWO WIND LIMITED ACCESS V2 – LADDER USE IN WTG
Modules: Wind Limited Access V2, Onshore Limited Access
Subject: Use of reinforced ladder rungs
Effective date: 30 October 2025
2. RATIONALE Due to recent developments, the recommendations on the use of reinforced ladder rungs in WTGs have changed. As a result, instructors shall explain and demonstrate that reinforced ladder rungs are not automatically suitable as anchor points for fall protection or rescue equipment. Such rungs may only be used as anchor points when their sufficient strength is clearly identified, either in the turbine’s safety manual or by markings on the structure indicating where equipment can be attached. In all other cases, fall protection must be secured to the ladder stiles or to certified and structural anchor points. This guidance applies to the WLA V2. This amendment ensures alignment with manufacturer requirements and industry guidelines, while clarifying for participants how and when reinforced ladder rungs may be used. It supports safe decision-making by emphasising that reinforced rungs must only be used when clearly identified as suitable.
3. ACTION REQUIRED
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All WLA training providers shall update training to reflect this amendment
• Participants shall be briefed and practice correct attachment methods during training
• This amendment will be fully incorporated into the WLA, Onshore Limited Access Module at the next scheduled release in Q1 2026
4. AMENDMENT - WLA ONSHORE LIMITED ACCESS MODULE
LESSON 8: ELEMENT 8.3 - CORRECT ATTACHMENT TO ANCHOR POINTS
The instructor shall:
8.3.1 Demonstrate how to correctly attach fall restraint lanyards:
a. to the ladder stiles and, where clearly identified as suitable, to reinforced ladder rungs. In all other cases, the hooks should be connected around the stiles
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b.
to certified and structural anchor points
8.3.2 Facilitate practical exercises for the participants covering the scenarios presented in this element
8.3.3 Provide constructive feedback on the participants’ performance during the practice
The participants shall:
8.3.4 Identify and select certified and structural anchor points for the attachment of fall restraint lanyards
8.3.5 Practise the ability to correctly attach fall restraint lanyards while working at height during practical exercises, covering the scenarios presented in this element
Note Alongside manufacturers requirements, internal organisational and site-specific safety guidelines on attaching fall arrest lanyards should always be followed
While adhering to legal regulations and standards, the training provider must continuously ensure that the training material is updated and aligned with industry guidelines from G+, specifically Working at Height in the Offshore Wind Industry
LESSON 9: ELEMENT 9.3 - FALL ARREST LANYARDS
The instructor shall:
9.3.1 Demonstrate how to correctly attach fall arrest lanyards:
a. to the ladder stiles and, where clearly identified as suitable, to reinforced ladder rungs. In all other cases, the hooks should be connected around the stiles
b.
to certified and structural anchor points
9.3.2 Facilitate practical exercises for the participants covering the scenarios presented in this element
9.3.3 Provide constructive feedback on the participants’ performance during the practice
The participants shall:
9.3.4 Practice how to correctly use fall arrest lanyards while working at height during practical exercises
9.3.5 Practise and demonstrate the ability to use fall arrest lanyards safely and correctly, double hook climbing included, maintaining the correct distance between the anchor points
Note Alongside manufacturers requirements, internal organisational and site-specific safety guidelines on attaching fall arrest lanyards should always be followed
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While adhering to legal regulations and standards, the training provider must continuously ensure that the training material is updated and aligned with industry guidelines from G+, specifically Working at Height in the
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