- Published: 31 January 2018 31 January 2018
Technology to Enhance Remote Wind Energy Staff Welfare
Wind energy providers know that retaining their most knowledgeable staff is critical to ensuring maximised operational efficiency. It’s also good business. Experienced team members perform duties more rapidly, and have more know-how to draw upon in challenging situations. But working conditions in the field can be harsh. Installations are typically remote and subject to sudden and dramatic weather changes. This article looks at what can be done to enhance the welfare of staff working in such conditions and to make sure they can be rescued when necessary.
By Gavan Murphy, Director of Marketing EMEA, Globalstar, Ireland
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