GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) in Belfast

Start your wind turbine safety training the right way

A practical, instructor-led introduction to the core safety standards expected on wind sites across the UK and Europe.

If you’re new to the wind industry, GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) is the recognised starting point. It’s designed to give you the baseline knowledge and hands-on skills needed to work safely on or around wind turbines — from working at height and manual handling, to fire awareness and first aid, including the key principles of hazard identification, risk control, and emergency response for onshore wind turbines.

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What Wind Sites Expect: The Core Skills Covered in GWO BST in Belfast

GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) practical session at Dangle Academy in Belfast, Northern Ireland

GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) in Belfast


GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) is designed to give you the baseline safety competence expected before you step onto a wind site. Whether you’re heading into turbine maintenance, blade work, inspections, or supporting roles on renewables projects, BST helps you understand how wind environments operate and what “safe working” looks like when you’re dealing with height, access systems, and emergency planning.


Across the course, you’ll build practical awareness around the key risks found in wind turbine work — including working at height behaviours, safe movement and positioning, manual handling in tight spaces, fire prevention and response, and first aid fundamentals. Just as importantly, you’ll learn the mindset behind wind safety: recognising hazards early, following site controls, and responding correctly if something changes.


At Dangle Academy in Belfast, we teach BST with real-world context. We focus on the details that matter on site — clear communication, correct use of PPE, and the confidence to apply safe decision-making in a controlled training environment before you ever arrive at a live turbine.

WAH & Manual Handling

Build the safe behaviours wind sites expect from day one. You’ll cover the essentials of working at height (WAH) safety and manual handling in a turbine environment — including hazard awareness, safe movement, and how to reduce strain and injury when lifting, carrying, and positioning equipment.

Fire Awareness & First Aid Essentials

Wind sites rely on fast, calm responses if something goes wrong. BST introduces fire prevention and response principles and the foundations of first aid so you understand how incidents are managed on site, what to do in an emergency, and how to support your team until help arrives.

Site Readiness & Safety Mindset

BST is about more than “passing a course” — it’s about being ready for real turbine work. You’ll learn how to think like a wind technician: following procedures, using PPE correctly, communicating clearly, and applying risk controls so you can operate safely within site rules and expectations.

Participant Requirements

Before booking, please make sure you can meet the following entry requirements for GWO Basic Safety Training (BST):



  • You must be 18+ to attend. 
  • You should be medically fit to take part in practical, hands-on training and complete a short self-screening on the day.
  • You’ll need a WINDA ID so your training record can be uploaded and verified by employers. 
  • Be free from any medical conditions that could affect safety at height
  • Bring government-issued photo ID (e.g., driving licence or passport) on the day.
  • Wear comfortable workwear suitable for practical training and sturdy footwear (no open-toe shoes).
  • Be able to understand and follow safety instructions in English


These requirements help ensure a safe and enjoyable day for all participants. Our instructors will provide all specialist equipment and guidance so you can focus on having fun and building confidence on the ropes.

  • What is GWO Basic Safety Training (BST)?

    BST is the industry-recognised starting point for people working in wind. It covers the core safety modules wind employers expect before you go to site

  • Which modules are included in BST?

    At Dangle Academy BST includes First Aid, Manual Handling, Fire Awareness, and Working at Height (Working at Height & Manual Handling can also be delivered as a combined module).

  • How long is my GWO BST valid for?

    BST is typically valid for 24 months (2 years), after which you’ll need to complete the appropriate refresher to stay in date.

  • Can I renew/refresh BST before it expires?

    Yes — GWO guidance allows refresh/renewal up to two months before expiry to keep the original certification date. If it expires, you may need to take the full course again. 

  • Do I need a WINDA ID and what is it used for?

    WINDA is the database used to record and verify your GWO training. You create a free profile, get a WINDA ID, and your training provider uploads your completed modules to your record.

Secure Your Place on GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) in Belfast

GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) is the recognised starting point for anyone preparing to work in the wind industry. It gives you the baseline safety knowledge and practical skills that many turbine employers and site operators expect before you arrive on site.


At Dangle Academy in Belfast, BST is delivered by experienced instructors in a controlled training environment, with a strong focus on real turbine working conditions — clear communication, correct use of PPE, and safe decision-making when working at height, moving equipment, or responding to incidents.


The course covers four core modules: Working at Height, Manual Handling, Fire Awareness, and First Aid. On completion, your training can be recorded on WINDA so your certification is easy for employers to verify.


Spaces on scheduled dates can fill quickly. If you’re booking for a team, we can also support group bookings and course planning to match your project timelines.


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Who Should Take GWO Basic Safety Training (BST)?

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BST is the recognised entry course for people starting in wind. Learn the safety basics employers expect before you go to site.

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Ideal for electricians, fitters and general operatives moving into renewables. Build safe habits for height, handling and emergencies.

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A consistent safety standard for crews mobilising to wind projects. We support group bookings in Belfast to suit schedules.

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Refreshers & Revals


Keep your certification in date and verifiable for employers. If you’re nearing expiry or returning to wind, we’ll help you plan the right next step to stay site-ready.

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GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) at Dangle Academy | Belfast

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GWO Basic Safety Training

GWO BST is the recognised entry-level safety course for people working in the wind industry. It gives you the baseline knowledge and practical skills many employers expect before you arrive on site — helping you understand wind-site rules, safe behaviours, and emergency readiness in turbine environments.

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What You’ll Experience

You’ll complete the four core BST modules and build confidence in the essentials wind sites care about: Working at Height, Manual Handling, Fire Awareness, and First Aid. Training is practical and instructor-led, focusing on safe decision-making, correct PPE use, and how to respond calmly and correctly if something changes on site.

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Why Choose Dangle?

Train locally in Belfast, Northern Ireland with an experienced team that understands real-world work at height and industrial safety. We deliver clear instruction in a controlled environment, with a focus on what employers actually expect. Your results can be recorded on WINDA for straightforward employer verification.

Step Into the Wind Industry Safely

If you’re aiming to work on or around wind turbines, GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) is the recognised starting point. It gives you the baseline safety competence many employers expect before you arrive on site — helping you understand how wind teams manage risk, follow procedures, and respond to incidents.


Delivered at Dangle Academy in Belfast, BST is practical and instructor-led. You’ll build confidence in the core safety behaviours used across the sector, with clear guidance in a controlled training environment before you ever set foot on a live turbine.

Need GWO BST for Site Access?

If a job advert or employer asks for “GWO BST”, this is the course they mean. You’ll complete the four key modules: Working at Height, Manual Handling, Fire Awareness, and First Aid — all focused on the realities of turbine work and the standards expected on wind sites.


Once complete, your results can be recorded on WINDA so your training is easy for employers to verify. Choose a date that suits you, or contact us if you’re booking for a team and need training aligned with mobilisation timeline

Your First Step into Wind Turbine Safety

If you’re planning to work in wind, GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) is the recognised starting point. It provides the baseline safety knowledge and practical skills many employers and site operators expect before you arrive on a turbine site — helping you understand safe behaviours, emergency readiness, and how risk is managed in high-hazard environments.


At Dangle Academy in Belfast, BST is delivered by experienced instructors with a focus on real-world site expectations. Training is practical and instructor-led, covering the four core modules: Working at Height, Manual Handling, Fire Awareness, and First Aid. You’ll gain confidence in using PPE correctly, communicating clearly, and applying safe decision-making — the fundamentals that support safe turbine work.


On completion, your training can be recorded on WINDA, making your certification straightforward for employers to verify. Whether you’re new to renewables or moving across from another industry, BST is the solid foundation that helps you arrive on site prepared.

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