Exclusive Safety Training
One of only two maritime institutions in the nation
SUNY Maritime College, in cooperation with RelyOn, is offering all five modules of the globally recognized GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) and Basic Technical Training.
SUNY Maritime College, in cooperation with RelyOn, is pleased to offer all five modules of the globally recognized GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) and Basic Technical Training (BTT).
Maritime College delivers BST in one of two methods:
- Full In-Person (5 days) — During this set of BST, all five BST modules are covered. All course materials — including lesson content delivery, skills testing, and practical assessments — are completed on campus during the 5-day course.
- Blended/Hybrid (3 days) — During this set of BST, all five modules are covered. Students complete an online, self-paced learning portion for each of the five modules prior to visiting the campus. During the online portion, the relevant lesson content and classroom competency testing are completed. Students then visit the Maritime College campus to complete the practical assessments for all five modules over a 3-day period.
There is no price difference between Full In-Person and Blended/Hybrid. All courses are conducted from 0800-1700 during the scheduled dates.
Current GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) Schedule
23 - 25 April 2026 (Blended/Hybrid)
04 - 06 May (Blended/Hybrid)
11 - 13 May (Blended/Hybrid)
10 - 12 June (Blended/Hybrid)
24 - 26 June (Blended/Hybrid)
13 - 15 July (Blended/Hybrid)
20 - 22 July (Blended/Hybrid)
Please register below for a basic safety training course or by visiting RelyOn to learn more about Basic Safety Training (BST) and Basic Technical Training (BTT) offerings.
If an individual or institution would like to complete only a few of the modules, please contact PMT at pmt@sunymaritime.edu or (718) 409-7341 for potential scheduling.
GWO Basic Safety Training Modules
2
Number of maritime institutions offering globally recognized GWO safety courses
70K+
Wind turbines within the U.S. Wind Turbine Database
58K
The predicted number of full-time offshore wind industry workers needed annually from 2024 to 2030
100+
distinct roles within the offshore wind industry, including finance, engineering, maritime, and other skilled trades
With over 50 years of delivering compliance and competent services, RelyOn has been an industry leader in maintaining workplace safety while protecting the environment.
— RelyOn
Frequently asked Questions
Pre-requisites
You MUST have a WINDA ID to register for any GWO classes. Create your ID if you do not have one.
Course Length
The total course length is approximately 44 hours (5.5 days).
Learning formats
The Basic Safety Training program is now being delivered in blended learning format, reducing the amount of in-person training to three days for all five modules of training.
Blended Learning Delivery Method of Training
This blended model of learning allows the learner to familiarize themselves with essential knowledge through an eLearning format, ahead of the in-person practical training. Not only does this reduce the amount of time and money spent traveling for the course, it also allows the learner to take the theoretical portion at their own pace.
This method of delivery reduces the time spent at the training facility to 3 days from 5 for the full course BST.
Key learnings and takeaways
Students will receive a certificate of completion from RelyOn Nutec for each module. Upon completion of the GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) delegates will possess an awareness of the hazards encountered when working within the wind industry and how to control and mitigate against these hazards. The BST will also equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to appropriately respond in the event of an emergency. Students will also be able to increase their safety through proper use of personal protective equipment, emergency equipment, and procedures.