GWO Basic Technical Training (BTT)
GWO BTT Bolt Tightening Training
Carrying out bolt tightening safely and correctly using powered tools.
Duration: 9 hours standalone; 8 hours 45 minutes in combined delivery
The Module
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Training overview
Bolted connections hold a wind turbine together, and incorrect torque is a structural risk rather than a cosmetic one. This module covers why bolt tightening matters, how the tools work, and how a job is planned and prepared before any tool is picked up.
This module forms part of GWO Basic Technical Training (BTT).
What this module covers
- The significance of bolt tightening in wind turbine assembly
- Pre-task planning and preparation
- Torquing with electrical and hydraulic tools
- Tensioning technique
- Mechanical handling aids
Practical training
- Torquing and tensioning using electrical and hydraulic powered tools
- Applying mechanical handling aids appropriately
- Carrying out pre-task preparation safely
Competencies
- Execute pre-task planning and preparation safely
- Perform torquing and tensioning with powered tools
- Explain the consequences of incorrect torque
Learning objectives
- Why bolt tightening matters in wind turbine assembly
- Safe pre-task planning and preparation
- Torquing and tensioning with electrical and hydraulic tools
- Appropriate use of mechanical handling aids