This practical and theoretical training provides participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to safely handle Personal Protective Equipment Against Falls (PPEA-F) when working in fall-risk environments. The training follows the guidelines of the German Social Accident Insurance (BG) and the Global Wind Organisation (GWO).
Training Content
- Legal foundations and user responsibilities
- Identifying and assessing hazards when working at height, especially on moving structures
- Application, handling, maintenance, and care of protective equipment
- Material science related to fall protection systems
- Use of climbing protection systems from various manufacturers
- Redundant securing methods for working at height
- Selection and evaluation of appropriate anchor points
- Techniques for self-rescue and assisted rescue (active and passive) from climbing systems, access equipment, and specialized work areas
- Evacuation from confined spaces
- Safe handling of fall arrest and rescue lifting devices
Target Audience
This training is designed for professionals working in fall-risk environments, such as those involved in the construction, operation, maintenance, and servicing of wind turbines or other elevated infrastructures.
Prerequisites
- Physical fitness
- Valid occupational medical examination (G41 certification)
- Proof of a current first aid course (at least 9 instructional units in accordance with DGUV Regulation 1)
Training Conditions
- Maximum participants: 12
- Duration: 2 days (total of 14 hours)
Certification & Documentation
Upon successful completion, participants receive:
- A certificate
- An entry in the safety passport
- Registration in the GWO database (WINDA)
Certificate Validity
- GWO Certificate: Valid for 2 years
- PPEA-F Certificate (DGUV-compliant): Valid for 1 year
Required Equipment
Participants should bring:
- Protective work clothing
- Safety shoes
- Weatherproof clothing
- Work gloves
If participants wish to use their own PPEA-F, they must provide proof of an expert inspection. Otherwise, free rental equipment will be provided for the duration of the training.