GWO Basic Safety Training – Sea Survival Refresher (SS-R)

SKU: GWO SS-R

Course objective

To refresh and verify sea survival skills and safe transfer between the vessel and the turbine. The course aims to review rescue procedures and the operation of LSA (Life-Saving Appliances) in a realistic maritime environment (training pool).

Duration: 4.5 hours

GWO compilance: V20

Price per person: 2050 zł

(about 478 €)

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Course description

The training is highly practical and takes place in a specialised pool. The programme covers: a review of safe water entry techniques, forming groups in the water (maintaining warmth and visibility), life raft handling (righting, boarding) and exercises in safe transfer (Boat Transfer) using a ladder, including safety procedures.

Duration

The course lasts 4,5 hours.

Prerequisites

Possession of a valid WINDA ID number,
At least 18 years of age,
A valid (not expired) GWO Sea Survival certificate (basic or previous refresher),
No medical conditions preventing strenuous physical activity in the water,
Ability to swim.

Outcomes upon completion

The participant confirms their ability to survive at sea whilst awaiting rescue, to use rescue equipment effectively, and to move safely between a vessel and an offshore structure.

Certificate validity

The certificate is valid for 24 months (2 years). To maintain certification, a refresher course must be completed within the last 2 months prior to the expiry date of the current certificate.

Information regarding the completed training will be recorded in the international GWO WINDA database. The digital record enables authorised employers to instantly verify your qualifications. For the participant, this means easy confirmation of competence worldwide without the need for paper documents.

What to bring

Valid ID card or passport,
Swimwear/close-fitting swimming trunks (to be worn under the training suit),
Towel, pool slippers and toiletries,
A change of clothes.

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Why choose us?

Certified and audited GWO training centre

We offer one of the broadest training portfolios on the market and operate in accordance with international Global Wind Organisation standards. The quality of our training, the competencies of our instructors and our infrastructure are regularly audited.

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We have a specialist training ground where participants practise realistic scenarios, including firefighting operations on PCTC vessels, RO-RO vessels and ferries, as well as hazards associated with electric vehicle fires.

We were the first in Poland to introduce GWO High Voltage courses

We made competencies available in Poland that previously required training abroad, reducing the time companies need to prepare teams for onshore and offshore projects.

End-to-end training organisation

We manage the entire process, from agreeing a suitable date and arranging transport and accommodation to delivering the training and preparing complete documentation. We also provide end-to-end support for groups and teams travelling from abroad.

Realistic, modern training infrastructure

We train participants using specialist equipment, full-scale structures, training towers, simulators and a pool, so they can practise procedures rather than simply hear about them.

Partnerships with industry and academic leaders

We work with Energy Innovation in Norway and leading maritime institutions in Poland: Gdynia Maritime University and the Polish Naval Academy. We combine international industry experience with expert knowledge and the resources of Polish maritime universities.

We care about more than just training

Accommodation facilities

We assist course participants and companies in arranging accommodation in Gdynia for the duration of their training. We partner with reliable accommodation providers offering a range of standards and price points, all located with convenient access to our training center.

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Transport

We arrange transport for course participants from Poland and abroad. We offer transfers from airports, train stations, hotels, or company offices directly to IM Training in Gdynia. For training groups, we can also organize daily transfers between the accommodation and the training center.

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Occupational health

In cooperation with an external clinic, we help arrange the required occupational health examinations. The scope may include, among others, the Chester Step Test, an exercise stress test, and the option to obtain an OEUK/OGUK certificate.

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Average rating

4.97

Katarzyna

Crew Manager

Employees return ready to work

The training is practical and delivered in conditions similar to real workplace situations. Our employees return with the required certificates, but above all with knowledge and skills they can use at work.

Jacek

Course participant

I am very satisfied

I took two GWO courses and I am very satisfied. There was plenty of hands-on practice and realistic simulations, and the instructors explained everything clearly and patiently.

Piotr

Operations Director

End-to-end support

IM Training efficiently organised training for our international team, including the logistics, language and formal requirements. Thanks to the effective coordination, we could focus on the project without involving our own team in organising the trip.

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Course participant

Highly competent instructors

The practical sessions after the theory are eye-opening. The instructors are highly competent and the course was delivered thoroughly.

Mateusz

Offshore Project Manager

Fast scheduling and flexibility

The training dates were aligned with our team mobilisation schedule. The quick response, flexible approach and option to train a larger group on the same date made it significantly easier to prepare our employees for the project.

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GWO Basic Safety Training – Sea Survival Refresher (SS-R)

Course objective

Course description

Duration

Prerequisites

Outcomes upon completion

Certificate validity

What to bring

Why choose us?

Certified and audited GWO training centre

ONLY AT IM TRAINING: a globally unique PCTC crew course using a full-scale training facility

We were the first in Poland to introduce GWO High Voltage courses

End-to-end training organisation

Realistic, modern training infrastructure

Partnerships with industry and academic leaders

We care about more than just training

Accommodation facilities

Transport

Occupational health

Ask about GWO Basic Safety Training – Sea Survival Refresher (SS-R)

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The training material was thoroughly covered.

Modern equipment, no nonsense

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