GWO Basic Safety Training training in Germany

7 accredited centres · GWO standard

Global Wind Organisation — the trade organisation that sets safety training standards for the wind energy sector. The GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) package — covering manual handling, first aid, fire awareness, working at heights, and sea survival — is the primary safety requirement for offshore wind technicians, equivalent to BOSIET in the oil and gas sector. GWO certificates are valid for 2 years (shorter than BOSIET's 4-year validity). More about GWO Basic Safety Training

Cost and duration

7 GWO-accredited GWO Basic Safety Training centres in Germany, listed below with contact details.

Duration

5 days full package

Certificate validity

2 years per module

Cost

Not listed here — course fees are set by each centre and vary by location. See centres & contact them directly ↓

Accredited centres in Germany

OffTEC Base

📍 Enge-Sande (GreenTEC Campus)

GWO BST and BTT accredited since 2014; training wind farm on site.

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ma-co maritimes competenzcentrum

📍 Hamburg

OPITO and GWO approved courses at the Hamburg harbour location.

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RelyOn Germany

📍 Bremerhaven

OPITO and GWO training for the German North Sea wind sector.

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Deutsche WindGuard Offshore

📍 Elsfleth

DNV-certified GWO BST provider (all 5 modules); also delivers HUET. Courses in German and English.

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3M Deutschland GmbH

📍 Hamburg

GWO-approved fall protection / working at heights training centre.

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Skylotec - Germany

📍 Neuwied

GWO-approved training centre operated by the fall-protection equipment manufacturer.

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CSA Certified Safety Academy GmbH - Bernau

📍 Bernau

GWO-approved training centre (Windhunter Academy).

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Frequently asked questions

How long does the GWO Basic Safety Training course take?

5 days full package.

How long is GWO Basic Safety Training valid?

GWO Basic Safety Training is valid for 2 years per module.

How many accredited GWO Basic Safety Training centres are there in Germany?

7 GWO-accredited GWO Basic Safety Training centres are listed on this page, each with contact details.

How do I book GWO Basic Safety Training training in Germany?

Contact one of the accredited centres listed above directly to check course dates, availability, and pricing — each centre sets its own fees and schedule.

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Centre list last reviewed 2026-07 against official GWO accreditation information. Accreditations change — always confirm directly with the provider before booking. Is your centre missing or listed incorrectly? Email support@crewval.com.

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