Risk Prevention in the Wind Energy Sector

Barcelona 12th May 2010Barcelona 12th May 2010

Bob DickensManaging Director

Safety Technology LtdMonmouthshire, UK44(0)1873840613

www.safetytechnology.co.uk

Background

• Safety Technology Ltd (STL) is a leading equipment supply and safety training company in the UK and in the International Wind Energy sector.

• Training takes place at our facilities in South Wales, in Madrid and in Michigan, USA and also at our customer’s locations throughout Europe, Africa and India.

• STL has a JV with Ynfiniti Engineering Services in Spain and Portugal • STL has a JV with Ynfiniti Engineering Services in Spain and Portugal called YST and has a purpose built training centre of excellence in Madrid for dedicated wind turbine training

• Safety Technology is working with the leading International Wind Energy Associations and turbine manufacturers to constantly develop and enhance training procedures and facilities

Background• Safety Technology works with and is certified by the following safety

equipment manufacturers:- Cresto/Skydda of Sweden- ResQ of Denmark- Mittelmann of Germany- UNILINE of England

• Safety Technology Ltd supplies leading companies:

EON, Scottish Power, Scottish and Southern Energy, Vestas, Vestas Offshore, Siemens Wind Power, Suzlon, Total Wind, EON, RES, Airtricity, Nuon, Global Wind Services, YES.

Work at Height

In and around Wind Turbineshas associated risks which can be prevented

High Falls & Low Falls

• HIGH FALLS – above 2m

• 74% fatalities

• 23% major injuries

• LOW FALLS – up to and including 2m

• 26% fatalities

• 77% major injuries• 23% major injuries

• 10% 3 day injuries

• 77% major injuries

• 90% 3 day injuries

Accessing the Nacelle

Operating the crane

Inspecting the anemometer

Blade inspection and cleaning

Rescue of an unconscious casualty

Risk of accidents can be reduced

• Employers must provide a safe working environment and if necessary the relevant PPE and training for its use.

• Employees must work in a safe manner towards themselves and others and use all safety equipment provided.

• Ensure that those involved in work at height are trained • Ensure that those involved in work at height are trained and competent.

• Ensure that the place where work at height is done is safe.

• Ensure the equipment for work is appropriately inspected. Systems are compatible and certified.

Equipment

• EUROPEAN NORM

EN 795EN 795CLASS A1 Structural anchor for vertical, horizontal or CLASS A1 Structural anchor for vertical, horizontal or inclined surfaces.inclined surfaces.CLASS A2 Structural anchor for inclined roofs.CLASS A2 Structural anchor for inclined roofs.CLASS A2 Structural anchor for inclined roofs.CLASS A2 Structural anchor for inclined roofs.

EN50308 Wind turbines EN50308 Wind turbines -- requires 22.5kN for anchorsrequires 22.5kN for anchors

EN 353EN 353--1:20021:2002 is due to be revised by CEN Technical is due to be revised by CEN Technical Committee, TC160/WG2 and will take account of the Committee, TC160/WG2 and will take account of the concerns raised. UK adopted fall back test Tconcerns raised. UK adopted fall back test TÜÜV NELV NEL

Training

• Wind Turbine Safety Rules (developed by RenewableUK formerly BWEA)

• Standard for Work at Height, Basic Rescue and Evacuation (RenewableUK)Evacuation (RenewableUK)

• Specialised Hub and nose cone rescue

• Specialised external roof work and rescue

• Use and rescue from elevators and climb assist

Training

• RenewableUK has WAH standard and an audit and accreditation system

• Global Wind Organisation (GWO) will issue first standard for basic safety training working at heights which will incorporate RenewableUK WAH.for basic safety training working at heights which will incorporate RenewableUK WAH.

• Standards will need to be adopted by OEM’s and Wind Associations on an International basis

The Future

• Spain is a world leader in Wind Turbine technology, manufacture and generation

• Spain has the opportunity to develop world leading • Spain has the opportunity to develop world leading safety systems, use of safety equipment and technician safety training programmes.

• Safety Technology fully supports the vision of the AEE in starting the process with this first conference.