ABEEÓLICA GUIDELINE FOR SAFETY AND PROFESSIONAL TRAINING IN THE WIND INDUSTRY
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Main areas of knowledge, skill and ability often required for wind professionals
General
Ability to achieve and maintain employer specific fitness for duty requirements. Fit to work 1 Attention to detail 2 Comprehend basic system diagrams, schematics, and symbol 3 Collaboration and teamwork 4 Mechanical and/or electrical fundamentals 5 6 Ability to work in small spaces and work at heights 7 Basic knowledge of health safety and emergency procedures, Environmental awareness 8 Proficient with basic software, computer, and mobile devices
Perform
Wind technicians must be able to climb ladder systems to height of turbine nacelle, often with tools and equipment. Some towers may be 80 meters high or taller and some may use a service lift or climb assist. Therefore, wind technicians should be able to work for long periods . 1 Physical strength. Wind technicians may need to lift heavy equipment and parts and tools. Ergonomics manual handling requirements. Mental health. Physical fitness sufficient to execute appropriate ergonomic manual handling. Able to work (in accordance with Brazilian regulation ). 2 Comfort with heights and confined spaces. Service technicians often must repair turbines that are over 80 meters high. In addition, technicians must work in spaces with limited access and egress in order to access mechanical components of the turbine. 3 Wind technicians must document and submit reports on the results of testing, inspections, repairs, or problems they find when carrying out inspections and repairs. Their writing must be clear and well organized so that others can understand the reports. 4 Awareness of and the ability to follow all health and safety and operating procedures. 5
Participate in daily job task planning activities as it relates to their safe performance of tasks. 6
Prepare routine reports and correspondence, some using a computer. Maintain accurate service 7
Follow written procedures and equipment manuals. 8
Risk assessment of hazards . 9
Interact with necessary stakeholders, team members, and collaborating partners as directed by supervisor. 10
Use and be familiar with a variety of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety harnesses, safety and high vis clothing, safety glasses, helmets, gloves, and safety shoes.
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Interpreting weather impacts on safety and preparedness.
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Perform rescue operations in emergency situations. Self-evacuation. Using specific equipment.
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