WTSR COURSES
Wind Turbine Safety Rules (WTSR) Course
Gain full understanding and authorisation under the Wind Turbine Safety Rules (WTSR).
Delivered by certified instructors with real-world wind industry experience.
Book your place today via our Online Booking Portal or use the form below:
WTSR Core Course Overview
The WTSR Core Training equips participants with a clear, practical understanding of
how to apply and implement the Wind Turbine Safety Rules safely on site.
This course supports competence development and prepares participants for formal
authorisation under the WTSR framework.
Awarding Body
SafetyOn / Energy Institute
Edition
4th Edition (Revised June 2021)
Validity
3 Years
Assessment
3 Years
Delivery
Classroom / On-site
Duration
6 hours
WTSR Fundamentals:
• Understand the policy, philosophy, and principles behind the Wind Turbine Safety Rules.
• Recognise how the WTSR fit within the UK legal framework and safety management systems.
• Identify when and how the rules apply, including managing emerging risks and system boundaries.
Roles & Responsibilities:
• Identify authorised roles and their key duties.
• Lead and manage a working party safely.
• Apply correct communication and “Transfer of Control” procedures.
Safe Systems of Work:
• Prepare and manage Approved Written Procedures (AWPs).
• Establish, maintain, and restore general site safety before, during, and after work.
• Apply isolation, restoration, and documentation processes correctly.
Human Factors & Behaviour:
• Recognise how attitudes and risk perception influence safety performance.
• Apply “Stop and Ask” principles and promote positive safety behaviours.
• Strengthen communication, leadership, and team discipline.
Technical Competence:
• Identify electro-mechanical hazards within wind turbines.
• Apply correct isolation and safe-system procedures.
• Demonstrate understanding of emerging risks and additional safety controls.
Enquiring about a WTSR Operational Controller Module Course or a private WTSR course for your company?
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Assessment & Certification
- End-of-course written test
- Certificate valid for 3 years
- Recognised by the Energy Institute
Booking & Contact
Email: [email protected]
Call: 01352 712260
WTSR Operational Controller Module Course
Who This Is For:
You've completed the Core WTSR Training Course and you're ready to take on the Operational Controller role — or you already hold it and need the formal qualification to match.
This is the add-on module that gets you there.
What You'll Learn:
This half-day course gives you a clear understanding of the Operational Controller's duties under the WTSR — and the confidence to carry out the role correctly. By the end, you'll be able to:
Manage Safe Systems of Work
Understand your role in ensuring work is carried out safely under the WTSR framework.
Control the Transfer of Control Process
Know when and how to transfer control — and why it matters.
Authorise and Manage Work
Control work under Approved Written Procedures (AWPs), manage additional works, handle changes, and deal with people joining working parties mid-task.
Handle Documentation Properly
Clearance, cancellation, and surrender of AWPs. Safe custody of procedures and records.
Communicate Exceptions
Manage and communicate when things don't go to plan on a wind turbine generator.
Course Content:
- The OC's role in ensuring a Safe System of Work under the WTSR
- Roles and responsibilities of the Operational Controller
- Authorisation, competence, and responsibilities of persons on site
- The Transfer of Control process
- Links to overall Work Control
- How to control work under an AWP
- Managing additional works / changes to AWPs
- Dealing with additional persons joining working parties
- Clearance / cancellation of Approved Written Procedures
- Surrender of an open AWP
- Safe custody of AWPs and associated records
- Communicating and managing exceptions on a WTG
Company-Specific Training:
We can add your company's specific scripts and processes to the course so it reflects your day-to-day practice — not just generic theory.
Assessment:
End-of-course test and practical assessment to confirm competence.
Duration
Half day, typically 4 hours.
Prerequisites:
You must have completed the Core WTSR Training Course before attending this module.
Interested in This Course? Contact Lauren to discuss availability, dates, and delivery options.Email: [email protected]
Phone: 01352 772260