Certified Wind Power Energy Specialist (CWPES)

Course Description

This course will familiarize the student with the OSHA requirements that are related to the wind power generation industry. The wind energy industry is the fastest-growing segment of renewable energy production. The U.S. and Canadian commercial wind farms are experiencing annual growth of 25%. Employers seek skilled safety and health professionals and technicians for operation and maintenance activities in local wind farm settings.

Learning Outcomes

Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
Locate OSHA Standards references applicable to the specific Wind Power Generation Industry.
Locate American National Standards that relate to specific wind power equipment and operations.
Recognize and understand the following subjects:
Introduction To Wind Energy
Wind Power: How They Work
General Training Requirements
Medical and First Aid
Personal Protective Equipment
Fall Protection
Confined Spaces
Fire Protection
Lockout/Tagout
Crane, Derrick, and Hoist Safety
Electrical Safety
Machine Guarding

Target Audience

Construction Managers
Supervisors and Managers of Employees Who Install or Work on Wind Generation Systems
Safety Supervisors
Training Managers
Industrial Hygienists
Individuals associated with the federal agency's collateral duty safety and health personnel.