GWO Enhanced First Aid (EFA)
An advanced first aid qualification for wind industry personnel — delivering enhanced first aid, managing medical emergencies and caring for casualties in remote or challenging environments.
- Duration
- 3-day course (theory and practical)
- Accreditation
- Global Wind Organisation (GWO)
- Discipline
- Wind & Renewables
Course details
What you'll cover
The GWO Enhanced First Aid (EFA) course is an advanced first aid qualification designed for personnel working in the wind industry. It provides the knowledge and practical skills required to deliver enhanced first aid, manage medical emergencies, and care for casualties in remote or challenging environments such as wind turbine generators.
This course is suitable for wind turbine technicians, maintenance personnel, team leaders and supervisors, emergency response personnel, and individuals responsible for first aid in the wind industry.
Learners will cover
- Advanced First Aid Techniques
- Emergency Scene Management
- Casualty Assessment
- Medical Teleconsultation
- Use of Advanced Emergency Equipment
- Trauma and Injury Management
- Evacuation Preparation
- Remote Area Emergency Response
How it's delivered
3-day course combining theory and practical training.
Outcome
Delegates complete practical and theoretical assessments. Successful candidates receive a GWO Enhanced First Aid (EFA) Certificate recognised throughout the global wind industry. Valid for 2 years — refresher training required before expiry.
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