FAQ - BSTR-P

Digital Training Requirements

Are the digital training requirements temporary?

• No digital training is here to stay, it is a persistant requirement.

What does “other technologies” mean?

• Any technologies that support learning. Furthermore, the requirements are worded so they can maintain their relevance in a fast-paced environment.

Can a training standard be fully delivered digitally?

• If the digital requirements are adhered to, the learning objectives fully met including all practical exercises in a safe manner, and the training provider is approved to do so by an auditor for that specific module –yes.

How long can a blended training run for?

• All elements of a blended training must be completed within 28 days.

Do you see GWO releasing training standards designed for digital delivery?

• The BSTR-P is a digital training standard, there are currently no more planned.

When will the digital requirements be reviewed?

• Running review up until the May release, after that we will revisit them in October.

This is a new area, will there be special support for TPs?

• We are always open and will set up additional webinars if needed.

BSTR-P Online Partial

Is BSTR-P Permanent?

• For now it is an interim measure and will be reviewed later this year.

How will the remaining skills elements be addressed?

• This is currently being investigated.

Can elements of the training be delivered via other digital methods?

• Yes, though aimed at virtual classrooms, elements of BSTR-P can be delivered using other digital methods.

Is it possible to combine the delivery of module elements?

• Yes, if you cover all the elements of each module.

How do we get certified?

• As an existing training provider you can be certified for this module via an online audit.

Why do the participants need some equipment?

• To cover important safety skills.

Will the taxonomy section be updated in other training standards?

• Yes, during the normal review cycles.

BSTR-P Before Completion of Audit

• The training provider must already be certified to deliver the same module(s)
• The training provider must comply with the requirements in the section for digital learning
• Prior to offer training in the BSTR-P, the training provider must have an audit scheduled
• If there are non-conformances identified during the audit in the domains of skills and/or knowledge, the training provider must implement corrective measures without further expenses to the course participants
• Upload of records for the BSTR-P training delivered prior to audit, shall follow the rules in section 7.2.10 of the Requirements for Training Providers version 9