GWO Service Lift Inspection & Maintenance

£995.00 + VAT

GWO Inspection & Maintenance Training
  • LocationEast Coast College
  • LanguageENGLISH
  • Learning ModeClassroom with Practical
  • Accreditation BodyGlobal Wind Organisation
GWO Service Lift Inspection & Maintenance

GWO Lift User REQUIRED

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Purpose

The GWO Service Lift Inspection & Maintenance module is designed for personnel working in wind turbine environments who are responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and ensuring the safe operation of service lift systems. The course provides the essential knowledge and practical skills required to carry out inspections, identify faults, and perform basic maintenance to ensure service lifts remain safe, compliant, and operational in both onshore and offshore wind energy environments.

GWO Service Lift Inspection & Maintenance

For Who

This course is intended for personnel who are responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and ensuring the safe operation of service lift systems within wind turbine environments. It is aimed at those involved in equipment reliability, compliance, and ongoing maintenance, including:

  • Wind Turbine Maintenance Technicians
  • Service Lift Inspectors
  • Maintenance and Reliability Personnel
  • Subcontractors responsible for lift inspection and upkeep

Prerequisites

  • A valid (non-expired) GWO Lift User certificate.
  • A high level of physical fitness and a “Fit for Work" health declaration that is completed on arrival.
  • A valid form of photographic identification on the day of training.
  • A minimum age of 18 years.
  • A valid GWO WINDA ID.
  • The ability to communicate effectively in English.

Course Content

This module develops the knowledge and practical skills required to inspect and maintain service lift systems in wind turbine environments:

  • Legislation & Standards: Understanding legal requirements and industry standards for service lift inspection and maintenance.
  • Lift Components: Identification of key mechanical and electrical service lift systems and safety devices.
  • Pre-Use and Routine Inspection: Carrying out visual and functional inspections of service lift systems.
  • Maintenance Principles: Basic servicing, cleaning, lubrication, and upkeep of lift systems.
  • Fault Identification: Recognising wear, damage, and system faults affecting safe operation.
  • Safety Systems: Understanding and checking safety features such as overspeed governors and fall arrest systems.
  • Emergency Systems: Verifying correct function of emergency descent and evacuation systems.
  • Reporting & Documentation: Recording inspection findings and reporting defects correctly.
  • Practical Maintenance: Hands-on inspection and basic maintenance of service lift systems.

Course Assessments

Competency is assessed through a combination of knowledge and practical application:

  • Theory Review: Instructor-led discussions and knowledge checks to reinforce inspection and maintenance principles and current industry best practices.
  • Practical Assessment: Direct observation of inspection and maintenance skills, including fault identification, functional testing, and basic servicing of service lift systems.

Certification

Upon successful completion, participants will be awarded the GWO Service Lift Inspection & Maintenance certificate. All results are uploaded to GWO WINDA.

PPE Requirements

For the practical training sessions, participants must provide:

  • S3 Safety Boots.
  • Durable workwear (suitable for climbing and mechanical environments.)

Note: Specialist PFPE is provided by Hexis.

Available Dates

Monday 28
September 2026 08:30

GWO Service Lift Inspection & Maintenance
28 Sep 2026 - 28 Sep 2026

Spencer Whiley — East Coast College, Energy Skills Centre, East Coast College, Rotterdam Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR32 2PJ

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Monday 12
October 2026 08:30

GWO Service Lift Inspection & Maintenance
12 Oct 2026 - 12 Oct 2026

Spencer Whiley — East Coast College, Energy Skills Centre, East Coast College, Rotterdam Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR32 2PJ

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GWO Service Lift Inspection & Maintenance
Monday 26
October 2026 08:30

GWO Service Lift Inspection & Maintenance
26 Oct 2026 - 26 Oct 2026

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GWO Service Lift Inspection & Maintenance
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