Safety training
Basic Safety Refresher Training / V12 2023-05-02
11. MODULE 5 – BSTR WORKING AT HEIGHTS WITH MANUAL HANDLING MODULE 11.1 Aims and Objectives of the BSTR Working at Heights with Manual Handling Module The aim of this module is to review and build on previously gained abilities through theoretical and practical training so that participants can use basic personal protective equipment and perform safe work at heights and safe and comprehensive basic rescue from heights in the wind turbine industry/environment. Its further aims are to encourage positive manual handling and ergonomic behaviour, encourage participants to consider alternatives to manual handling through planning and to train participants ability to perform manual handling tasks in a safe manner. After having successfully completed this BSTR Working at Heights with Manual Handling Module, the participants can act independently and safely when using basic personal protective equipment, working at heights, and performing comprehensive basic rescue from heights in a remote wind turbine environment. In addition, they will be able to take responsibility for safe practices of manual handling. (Ability, intermediate level)
The BSTR Module Working at Heights with Manual Handling is not intended to test a participant’s fear of heights
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11.2 Duration of the BSTR Working at Heights with Manual Handling Module The total contact time for completing the BSTR Working at Heights and Manual Handling Module is to be 8 hours 0 minutes.
The training provider must not exceed the times per day given in the table 11.2.1 below.
Maximum Duration Per Day
Contact time
8 hours
Total training day
10 hours
Table 11.2.1 – Maximum durations for training days
Contact time includes delivery of course lesson content, 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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11.3 BSTR Working at Heights with Manual Handling Instructor to Participant Ratio The ratio shown for theory sessions indicates the maximum number of participants per instructor attending the course.
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