At STL USA, we believe that knowledge is the most powerful tool a technician can carry—and in high-risk industries like wind energy, construction, and heavy equipment operations, that knowledge can be the difference between efficiency and failure, safety and injury. That’s why we are excited to announce the launch of several new training courses over the coming months, each designed to empower technicians, operators, and rescue personnel with the skills they need to excel in demanding environments.
These additions complement our growing family of advanced technical and rescue courses, offering a more complete pathway for developing safety-first, job-ready professionals across the sectors we serve.
Generator and Laser Alignment Course
Precision alignment is one of the most overlooked but critically important aspects of machinery maintenance. In our Generator and Laser Alignment course, trainees will receive a comprehensive overview of generator and gearbox shaft alignment, learn to utilize advanced laser alignment tools, and engage in practical alignment sessions to reinforce their understanding.
This course is designed to stand alongside our existing complex tools training, which includes gearbox inspection and borescope diagnostics—creating a well-rounded toolkit for turbine technicians and maintenance professionals working with high-value, mission-critical equipment.
Key Highlights:
Understanding misalignment causes and consequences
Real-time shaft alignment with state-of-the-art laser tools
Troubleshooting vibration and wear issues
Hands-on field scenarios and tool handling best practices
In line with standards promoted by manufacturers like Fixturlaser and SKF, this course ensures attendees can perform alignments with a high degree of accuracy, ultimately reducing downtime, increasing equipment life, and improving operational reliability.
Target Audience: Wind turbine technicians, rotating equipment mechanics, reliability engineers, and maintenance supervisors.
Forklift & Rough Terrain Forklift Operator Training
Whether on a construction site, in a turbine yard, or a remote service depot, forklifts and rough terrain vehicles play a critical logistical role. This comprehensive operator course is tailored to both novice and experienced operators, covering the safe and efficient use of standard and all-terrain forklifts across varied job environments.
Course Breakdown:
Operator responsibilities and daily checks
Load handling, maneuvering, and stacking
Navigating uneven terrain and tight spaces
Stability triangle theory and tip-over prevention
OSHA-compliant theory and hands-on testing
This training is aligned with OSHA’s 29 CFR 1910.178 and incorporates ANSI/ITSDF B56.1 standards to meet industry-recognized best practices.
Who Should Enroll: Entry-level operators, seasoned forklift drivers needing recertification, site supervisors responsible for mobile equipment use.
Aerial Platform & Emergency Evacuation Training
Working at height demands more than a harness—it requires foresight, planning, and real-time decision-making skills. Our Aerial Platform & Emergency Evacuation course is designed to prepare workers for safe operation and emergency evacuation from mobile elevated work platforms (MEWPs), including boom lifts and scissor lifts.
This course draws inspiration from international standards such as IPAF’s Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP) training, yet goes further by embedding emergency evacuation drills and PPE management into the curriculum.
Key Takeaways:
Equipment inspections and fall protection setup
Controlled ascents/descents and safe maneuvering
Emergency lowering and rescue protocol
Use and inspection of harnesses, lanyards, and lifelines
Perfect For: Wind turbine workers, electrical contractors, tower installers, and anyone who performs elevated work.
Basket & Basket Evacuation Course
Suspended access baskets—commonly used in turbine towers, blade maintenance, and off-shore inspections—require specialized training due to their confined space, dynamic motion, and limited escape routes. Our Basket and Basket Evacuation training ensures that operators can manage the platform safely and evacuate quickly in emergency scenarios.
What You’ll Learn:
Basket system setup and safety checks
Fall protection integration and anchor points
Emergency egress techniques from suspended height
Situational awareness and communications protocol
This course is essential for workers using platforms like the Sky Climber, Tractel, or other vertical mobility systems found in renewable energy and industrial applications.
SOLO X + X RESQ Lifeline Training
As part of our focus on rescue preparedness, we are proud to introduce training on the SOLO X + X RESQ (Lifeline Series). Based on the official training handout, this one-day course introduces participants to secondary lifeline systems, emphasizing both self-rescue and assisted rescue for fallen workers.
Key Topics Include:
Hazard identification and proper kit setup
Anchor point selection and load testing (5,000 lbs+)
Lifeline deployment, inspection, and rope management
Techniques for lowering suspended personnel safely
Vertical descent control using devices like the Petzl ASAP and RPX
With the ability to support single or dual rescues, this training enhances response capabilities for teams operating in elevated, isolated, or remote environments.
Why These Courses Matter
From improving turbine uptime through precision alignment to enabling high-stakes evacuations in aerial baskets, each new course in the STL USA lineup reflects our commitment to hands-on, real-world applicable training. These programs aren’t just theoretical—they’re designed to be used immediately on the job, under the pressures and conditions you face every day.
Our instructors bring field experience, industry certification, and manufacturer-trained expertise to every session, ensuring your training is current, compliant, and career-enhancing.
Enrollment Now Open
Whether you’re working in wind energy, heavy industry, utilities, or construction, STL USA has the training to prepare your team for what’s next. Book your place now in one of our upcoming sessions and start your journey toward safer, smarter work practices.
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