WPT 110 — Safety Fundamentals for Wind Technicians
Course focuses on understanding safety and risk assessment related toworking with wind turbine systems. Topics include evaluation of high-angle work considerations, tower rescue systems and procedures alongwith related electrical safety standards. Lecture discussions and labactivities include evaluation of power industry tasks related to workingwith automated systems. These include risk mitigation methods such astraining requirements and working procedures for electrical hazards,LOTO, confined space, elevated working surfaces, cranes, rigging andtool safety. Course references include OSHA Regulations 29 CFR 1910,29 CFR 1926, ANSI Z359 and NFPA 70E Standards. Students may earncertifications for Competent Wind Energy Rescue and Rigging Basicsupon satisfactory completion of this course. Course requirements: BasicFirst Aid, CPR, AED certifications and CPT physical assessment.