Coast Training - GWO Training Centre, Scotland

🚨 Funding Available for GWO Training 🚨

Did you know your GWO training could be fully funded through the Oil and Gas Transition Training Fund?

If you currently work, or have worked within the last 24 months, in the oil and gas sector, you may be eligible for financial support to reskill or upskill.

To qualify, you must be resident in Scotland and have the right to live and work in the UK.

Take the next step in your career and gain the skills needed for opportunities in the growing renewable energy sector.

👉️ https://www.transitiontrainingfund.scot/

We deliver fire safety training tailored for the wind industry and offer Fire Warden courses for businesses looking to meet workplace safety requirements.

During our courses, participants will learn:

🔥 The different types of fire extinguishers and how to use them safely.
🔥 How fires start, spread, and develop and how to respond effectively.
🔥 An overview of fire detection and alarm systems.

Visit our website to learn more.

With the warmer weather finally making an appearance, our latest First Aid courses gave delegates the chance to get outside and put their skills into practice.

Using realistic scenarios, we focused on recognising and treating heat exhaustion and hyperthermia—conditions that can quickly become serious if they're not identified and managed correctly.

For those working in the wind industry, understanding heat-related illnesses is becoming increasingly important. Long shifts, physical work, PPE, and exposure to the elements can all increase the risk, making awareness and early intervention essential.

There's a big difference between learning from a slide and dealing with a casualty in a realistic environment. That's why we like to get our delegates thinking, communicating, and applying their knowledge in practical situations that reflect the challenges they may face on site.

A fantastic effort from everyone involved and some great discussions around prevention, recognition, and treatment throughout the day.

💬 How does your team prepare for working safely in hot conditions? We'd love to hear your experiences and tips in the comments.

📩 If you're looking to refresh your GWO Enhanced First Aid certification or train a new team, get in touch to see how Coast Training can help.
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We’re excited to be exhibiting at All-Energy next week and looking forward to catching up with people across the wind and wider energy sector.

Our team will be there to talk all things wind, renewables, and industry developments, as well as how we can support with GWO and safety training needs.

If you’re at the event, come and say hello at Stand L07.

📍 Stand L07
📅 13th - 14th May
📍 SEC Centre, Glasgow

Realistic training saves lives.

This week we delivered a GWO Enhanced First Aid scenario designed to push delegates beyond theory and into real-world decision making. From casualty recovery on a ladder to full CPR with airway management and AED use, the focus was on building confidence under pressure.

These kinds of immersive scenarios are where learning really sticks—when delegates have to assess, communicate, and act as a team in a dynamic environment. Mistakes here become lessons that could make all the difference offshore or on site.

A huge well done to everyone who got involved and stepped up 👏

If you’re looking to upskill your team with practical, high-impact training that reflects real incidents, let’s talk.

📩 Get in touch to book your next course
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Happy Easter from Coast Training! 🐣🍫

We’re open as usual and running a range of training courses next week:

📅 6th–8th April: GWO Enhanced First Aid
📅 6th April: GWO First Aid
📅 7th April: GWO Fire Awareness

Secure your place today - book now!

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🚧 GWO Basic Technical Training – Dundee 🚧
Ready to take the next step in your wind industry career?
Join our GWO Basic Technical Training Course running from 20th April to 23rd April 2026 in Dundee. This hands-on course is designed to give technicians the essential skills and confidence needed to work safely and effectively on wind turbines.
🔧 What to expect:
• Practical electrical training
• Bolting techniques and best practices
• Industry recognised GWO certification
• Expert instructors with real-world experience
💷 Course Cost: £1650
We understand that investing in training is a big decision, that’s why we offer flexible payment options through Klarna, allowing you to spread the cost and get started without the upfront burden.
📍 Location: Dundee
📅 Dates: 20th – 23rd April 2026
Secure your place today and power up your career in the renewable energy sector ⚡
👉 Message us [email protected] or visit our website to book now!

Did Your Instructor Made a Real Impact, Let’s Celebrate Them at the GWO Safety Training Awards 2026!

Every confident trainee, every safe practice, and every moment you felt supported on your course comes down to someone special, your instructor.

They go above and beyond to teach, inspire, and ensure you’re ready for real challenges.

Now it’s your chance to recognise their dedication! The GWO Safety Training Awards 2026 are officially open for nominations , and your voice matters.

Nominate your instructor here:
https://www.globalwindsafety.org/news/gwo-safety-training-awards-2026-now-open-for-nominations⁠�

Why nominate?

They made your learning experience memorable and meaningful.

Your nomination helps shine a spotlight on excellence in safety training.

It’s a way to give back to the people shaping the future of our industry.

Don’t wait, take a moment to nominate the instructor who inspired you. Let’s show the world how much their commitment to excellence truly matters!