Safety & Technical Training for the Wind Industry

Preparing the Wind Workforce for Success.

Renewable Concepts provides comprehensive safety and technical training programs designed to prepare technicians to work safely, confidently, and effectively in the wind industry. Our training combines classroom instruction with hands-on practical experience using industry-standard equipment and real-world rescue techniques.

With more than 25 specialized courses available — including 18 Global Wind Organization (GWO) certified programs — we equip technicians with the knowledge and skills required to safely operate in demanding wind turbine environments.

Our instructors bring over 30 years of combined industry experience, ensuring every course delivers practical, field-tested instruction aligned with current industry standards and best practices.

Meticulously preparing for every project.

Global Wind Organization (GWO) Training

Renewable Concepts offers a full range of GWO-certified safety training programs, including:

  • BST First Aid — Initial & Refresher
  • BST Working at Height — Initial & Refresher
  • BST Manual Handling — Initial & Refresher
  • BST Fire Awareness — Initial & Refresher

These programs provide essential safety knowledge and prepare technicians to respond effectively to emergency situations in the field.

Advanced Rescue Training

Our rescue training programs prepare technicians to perform injured-person rescue operations inside wind turbines using industry-standard rescue equipment and procedures.

Courses include:

  • Hub, Spinner & Inside Blade Rescue — Initial & Refresher
  • Nacelle, Tower & Basement Rescue — Initial & Refresher
  • Single Rescuer Rescue Training

These programs exceed the requirements of GWO Basic Safety Training — Working at Height standards.

Onsite safety tailboard meeting.

Technical & Specialized Safety Training

Additional training programs include:

Technical Training

  • Basic Technical Training (BTT)
  • Mechanical Training
  • Electrical Training
  • Hydraulic Training
  • Bolt Tightening
  • Advanced Electrical Troubleshooting
  • High Voltage Training
  • High Voltage Operations
  • High Voltage Cable Pulling

Safety & Equipment Training

  • Control of Hazardous Energies (CoHE)
  • Electrical Safety
  • Pressure Fluid Safety
  • Confined Space Training
  • Power Ascender Training
  • Forklift & Telehandler Training
  • Advanced Rigging
  • Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
  • Leadership Development

Hands-On Training Environment

Our state-of-the-art training facility provides a realistic environment designed to simulate actual wind turbine working conditions.

Training Center Features

  • 9,600 sq. ft. training facility
  • Three dedicated classrooms
  • Large hands-on shop training space
  • Real-world rescue systems and equipment
  • Experienced instructors with field expertise

By combining classroom education with practical application, Renewable Concepts helps develop a safer, more capable wind energy workforce.

Contact Renewable Concepts Training Center

To learn more about our safety and technical training programs, contact our team today.

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