GWO Basic Technical Training Module Bolt Tightening

The Basic Technical Training modules are targeted at candidates who have no previous experience of hydraulic, mechanical or electrical systems but may also be used to up skill candidates who have some knowledge but not of their application in wind turbines. The aim of this module is to improve the safety and quality of bolt tightening using energy powered tools and accessories in the wind industry. This module covers both how to tighten bolts safely and correctly, and how to plan, document and review of bolt tightening tasks. The module prepares participants for company specific bolt tightening training, through scenario-based training.

Before attending the BTT Bolt Tightening module the delegate must first complete the BTT Mechanical Module. All personnel participating in Basic Technical Training shall be medically fit and capable of fully participating. Furthermore, Delegates shall have created a personal delegate profile in WINDA and provide their own WINDA ID prior to completing the BTT training. Furthermore, personnel in the wind service industry must be able to read and write to a sufficient standard to be able to carry out instructions and complete the required documentation. It is an advantage if delegates are able to read, speak and write English.

Bolt tightening in the wind industry Framing the scenario: Bolt torquing using energy powered tools Pre-task phase: Planning and preparation The task phase: Safely and correctly torque bolts using a combination of electrical and hydraulic tools Post task phase: Pack up and review Framing the scenario: Bolt tensioning using energy powered tools Pre-task phase: Planning and preparation The task phase: Safely and correctly tension bolts using hydraulic tools Post task phase: Pack up and review Using mechanical handling aids with bolt tightening tasks

This module utilises scenario-based training to train bolt tightening based on the job performance requirements that participants can expect to find in the wind industry.