"Because GWO’s Certified Training Providers are subject to an in-depth audit process performed by accredited certification bodies, employers should be able to feel confident they will meet or exceed OSHA’s test for trainer proficiency, credentials, and experience."
GWO has received confirmation its standards can aid compliance with the United States' Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
In a memorandum from its legal advisors, GWO's safety and technical training standards have been reviewed in relation to certain OSHA-mandated requirements for training employees who work in the wind energy industry.
The memo confirms GWO standards are 'relevant instruments employers can use to aid their compliance with certain OSHA-mandated requirements for training employees in the wind power industry.'
Regarding the use of third party certified independent training providers, the memorandum points out that for some of its standards, OSHA has prescribed minimum qualifications for trainers.
"Because GWO’s Certified Training Providers are subject to an in-depth audit process performed by accredited certification bodies, employers should be able to feel confident they will meet or exceed OSHA’s test for trainer proficiency, credentials, and experience."
Download a copy of the memorandum here
The certification body you appoint to audit your site must appear on the GWO's approved list
Apply before 2nd September to become a Demonstration Partner or Zone Partner in the Safety, Skills & Training Zone
Old versions of GWO standards are available for three months, but our survey discovered 30% of training providers could be waiting up to 12 weeks to implement the new version.
Basic Safety Training (BST) version 11 and Basic Technical Training (BTT) version 4 will no longer be valid from 1st July. Use of unpublished versions by GWO training providers may be considered a non-compliance.
