Whether you are taking your first steps into the renewable energy sector or you are an experienced technician maintaining your compliance, South West Maritime Academy provides the industry-standard "ticket to site" you need. By centralising our operations, we eliminate the need for long-distance travel to northern coastal clusters.
Our training doesn't just meet Global Wind Organisation standards—it exceeds them. By leveraging our unique, high-fidelity facilities at Cromhall Quarry, we provide a realistic, inland maritime environment that prepares you for the physical and mental demands of the field.
Real-world simulations at our South Gloucestershire training facility.
Start your career with the full 5-module GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) Package. The essential entry-level "ticket to site" for wind energy professionals.
Stay compliant with the GWO BST Refresher (BSTR) Package. Professional, fast-track revalidation for experienced offshore and onshore technicians.
Train in high-fidelity environments at Cromhall Quarry. Our working at height rig and vessel transfer setups simulate conditions you may face when working offshore.
Our team are veterans of the maritime, fire, and offshore sectors, bringing decades of operational safety knowledge to every module.
We understand that contractors need to be site-ready. We update your certifications via WINDA after successful completion of each course.
A dedicated 2-day standalone BST module focusing on vertical progression, fall protection, and emergency rescue techniques in remote wind turbine environments.
A focused half-day module designed to reduce musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and instil lifelong behavioural ergonomics in confined turbine spaces.
For those targeting the offshore wind sector, the Sea Survival module is critical. This one-day module covers the transition from shore to installation vessel and onto the wind turbine.
In a remote wind farm, you are often the first line of medical defence. This module equips you to administer life-saving first aid in a WTG environment.
Fire is one of the most significant risks in a wind turbine. This module focuses on prevention, assessment, and rapid response in high-hazard areas.
Upon successful completion, your records are uploaded to WINDA, the Global Wind Organisation’s central international database.
Avoid the time and expense of travelling to northern coastal clusters. We are the primary GWO hub serving the South West and South Wales.
