10032026 BST V20

Safety training

GWO Basic Safety Training / V20 10032026

3. CHANGE LOG

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Version

10032026

V20

For detailed descriptions of changes, please see the changelog published on GWO’s website here:

BST V20 Changelog

Version 20 Updates

This version includes updates from the Working at Height review, Walk to Work Gangways and Walkways updates in the Sea Survival Module, and the updated design of Refresher Trainings.

Summary of Changes:

Removal of Working at Height & Manual Handling Combined Module • Module removed

Combined Initial and Refresher sections within a single standard •

Initial and Refresher Training are now defined as different trainings available under a single Module - terminology referring to modules updated throughout

Working at Height Update •

Alignment of definitions and training language with the GWO ART Standard and industry guidelines

• Updated ladder and anchor-point requirements: Reinforced ladder rungs can only be used as anchor points when clearly marked or specified in the turbine safety manual, which improves both clarity and safety • Revised equipment list: Updated PPE items, anchor-point types, and clearer grouping for rescue and evacuation devices

• Added clearer guidance on work positioning, evacuation techniques, and instructor observation to support competence and help reduce training-related incidents

Sea Survival: Walk to Work Update •

Addition of new Lesson 8 in Sea Survival Module- Safe Transfer: Awareness of Motion- Compensated Gangways (Walk-to-Work)

• Six new learning objectives added describing structure and movement of motion- compensated gangways, recognition of signals and alarms, risk awareness, safe behaviour during approach, crossing and retreat and mental and physical readiness

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