GLOBAL WIND ORGANIZATION (GWO) 
BASIC SAFETY TRAINING PROGRAM
Internationally recognized certification
This GWO training is delivered by Safety Guys under license from MCL Height Safety.
GWO Training is conducted at Safety Guys in Kingston, Ontario
Training Locations: Kingston Only.
​Format: In Person - Classroom + Practical
Duration: 4 Days
​Course Fee: $2300.00 per student (+HST)

Course Details

At Safety Guys, we’re proud to soon offer world-class GWO safety training right here in Kingston, Ontario.
​Centrally located between Canada’s East Coast and Calgary, our new facility will welcome trainees from across Eastern Canada — and beyond. Launching before the end of 2025, this program marks an exciting step in our mission to empower workers everywhere to train with confidence and return home safely.

​The GWO BST Full Suite Training in Kingston is a 4-day Global Wind Organization (GWO) Basic Safety Training program designed for anyone working on or around wind turbines. This internationally recognized certification covers all four core modules--Working at Heights, First Aid, Fire Awareness and Manual Handling—and is WINDA approved. Whether you are entering the wind industry for the first time or renewing your certification, our GWO BST Full Suite course in Canada ensures you meet the highest safety standards required for global renewable energy projects.

All Ontario-based GWO training is delivered by Safety Guys under license from MCL Height Safety. GWO Training will be conducted exclusively at our Kingston, Ontario training centre.
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Who should attend?
This fall protection rescue training is essential for:
  • Wind turbine technicians.
  • Renewable energy professionals and teams.
  • Required for work on wind farms in Canada, the U.S., Europe, and Asia.
  • Globally recognized GWO BST certificate opens more job opportunities.
  • Ensures compliance with international basic safety training GWO standards.
The GWO BST course is your gateway to safer, more confident work in the renewable energy sector. From initial training to refresher, this GWO Basic Safety Training covers all you need.
About MCL Height Safety
MCL Height Safety is a leading Canadian training and safety solutions provider specializing in GWO, IRATA, and industrial fall protection programs.
Above: Safety Guys Instructor, Alex Cappon  practices his technique during his GWO training at MCL Height Safety.
TIME
4 DAYS

8:30 am - 4:30 pm
COST PER STUDENT
$2300.00 plus HST

Certification Period
​ 2 years from the date of assessment
INCLUDED
All training equipment is provided and included in the course fee. Successful candidates will be issued with a GWO WINDA Certificate at no additional cost upon completion of the assessment

Requirements

To make sure everyone gets the most out of training — and stays safe — please review the following requirements before registering:
You must be 18 years or older and in good physical health.
Participants should be free from any medical conditions or injuries that could affect their ability to safely take part in training activities.​​
A short self-declaration of fitness form will need to be completed before the course begins.
A good understanding of English is essential. You’ll need to be able to read, write, and communicate clearly in English to follow instructions and safety materials.
First-time participants must create a profile on the GWO WINDA system before training to receive a WINDA ID — this is what’s used to record your certification.

Full Initial GWO Package

WORKING AT HEIGHTS THEORY - ​1 DAY
  • Overview of legislation and legal responsibilities related to working at height.
  • Fall protection systems: types, methods and appropriate applications.
  • Anchor points: classifications, selection and setup.
  • Choosing and maintaining equipment: usage guidelines, pre-use checks and inspection procedures.
  • Understanding fall factors and managing suspension intolerance.
  • Emergency response planning and procedures.
WORKING AT HEIGHTS PRACTICAL - ​1 DAY
  • ​​Proper selection, fitting and setup of personal fall protection equipment.
  • Safe use of mobile energy-absorbing and work-positioning lanyards.
  • Operation and application of horizontal and vertical lifeline systems.
  • Hands-on installation of fall protection systems and components.
  • Practical use of work restraint, positioning, and fall arrest equipment in various scenarios.
FIRST AID/CPR - ​1 DAY
  • Principles of GWO first aid and emergency response for the wind industry
  • Casualty assessment, primary/secondary surveys, and decision-making
  • CPR for adults and safe use of AEDs (as required by GWO first aid training)
  • Bleeding control, shock management, and treatment of burns, fractures, and sprains
  • Safe casualty handling, recovery positions, and evacuation coordination
  • Documentation and reporting to meet GWO first aid requirements
MANUAL HANDLING - HALF DAY
  • Principles of safe manual handling and ergonomics under the GWO framework
  • How to assess risks before lifting or moving loads in wind turbine environments
  • Correct lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling techniques taught in the GWO Manual Handling course
  • How to reduce strain and prevent musculoskeletal injuries
  • Safe use of tools and equipment to support manual handling tasks
  • Compliance with GWO Manual Handling training standards for certification
FIRE AWARENESS - HALF DAY
  • Principles of fire combustion and common hazards taught in the GWO Fire Awareness course
  • How to identify and reduce fire risks in turbines and related facilities
  • Correct selection and use of firefighting equipment as part of GWO fire awareness training
  • Safe and effective emergency response techniques
  • Evacuation procedures for offshore and onshore environments
  • Compliance with GWO Fire Awareness certification standards
Contact us today!
Don't compromise on workplace safety. Get in touch with our team at Safety Guys Workplace Safety Trainers today to discuss how your crew can take part in GWO Training!

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Training that protects what matters most.
​Head Office: 24 Steve Fonyo Drive Unit 200-1 Kingston, ON K7M 8N9
Belleville Location: 335 University Ave, Belleville, ON K8N 5T7
Picton Location: Base 31, Prince Edward, ON K0K 2T0
Safety Guys Workplace Safety Trainers
Monday -Thursday. 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
​Fridays: 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

​613-549-6941
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