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Professional Training Courses

Working at Height, Health & Safety,Asbestos Awareness & Removal

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Why our clients trust us

ExperienceAt Boss Training Ltd, we specialise in the provision of Work at Height and Safety training and we actively use the knowledge and skills we have gathered over 10 years of experience to exceed our clients expectations.

This is how we workWe employ highly qualified and experienced instructors nationwide,using the best quality training methods and materials. This ensures that when you book a course with Boss Training, we guarantee to provide you with the best possible service that the industry has to offer.

We also make things easy for youFrom your booking to the receipt of your certification, we make sure that the process is completely managed for you and that you receive excellent customer service and support. This is a priority for us.

Talk to a member of our friendly team if you are unsure of which course is right for you. If you need a course at the last minute, we will sort the date, time and venue with just one simple phone call. And whether you have five or five hundred members of staff on your team, your course will be tailored for your needs.

You’re in safe hands

• PASMA, IPAF, UKATA and other accredited courses delivered by experienced instructors

• Our courses are delivered in over 60 centres across the UK. We also provide bespoke on-site training for your team

• Clear pricing to avoid unwanted surprises

• Simple, quick, efficient booking process

• Complete support from booking to receipt of your certificate. And we let you know when you need to renew!

Your challenge may be complex but working with us is easy

With training centres throughout the UK, you can be sure there will be a convenient venue to suit you.

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Our areas of expertise

Safe Working at Height

Mobile Scaffold Towers

Mobile Elevating Work Platforms

Asbestos Awareness

Asbestos Removal

Safety at Work

Health & Safety

How to book our courses

• Glasgow• Edinburgh• Newcastle• Leeds• Liverpool• Manchester• Sheffield• Birmingham• Nottingham

• Leicester• Norwich• Cardiff• London East• London West• London Central• Bristol• Southampton• Portsmouth

TestimonialSimon Matthews, Training Grant Manager for Balfour Beatty’s UK Construction business said:

“Balfour Beatty has used the services of the Boss Training team since early 2013 to deliver a range of Health and Safety and Technical training courses for us. We find the team both knowledgeable and helpful with a very flexible approach when it comes to matching their services to our needs.”


Our Areas of Expertise Safe Working at Height

We make sure we offer you the best certified Health and Safety courses available, for your employees to work safely without compromising efficiency.

The Work at Height Regulations apply to all work at height where there is a risk of a fall liable to cause personal injury. Employers have a duty to ensure that work at a height is properly planned, appropriately supervised and carried out by trained staff.

Safe working at heightOur Safe Work at Height courses give candidates the underpinning knowledge of the Work at Height Regulations (2005) and other relevant health and safety laws along with an overview of risk assessment relating to height work scenarios using specific equipment.

Mobile Scaffold TowersApproved by the HSE, PASMA training courses are recognised as the premier qualification for the scaffold tower industry. Boss Training is an authorised member of PASMA and is at the forefront of developing and delivering safe work at height training solutions.

Mobile Elevating Work Platforms Internationally recognised, IPAF Certificates and PAL cards assure you a premium accredited course for all staff who operate Mobile Elevating Work Platforms.

Asbestos Awareness and RemovalOur UKATA registered training courses ensure that your staff have undergone suitable training to be aware of potential dangers linked to exposure to Asbestos and procedures to follow for removal.

Workplace SafetyOur range of BOSS Health & Safety Courses aim at familiarising employees with all issues concerning Health and Safety which relate to a working environment, and ensure that they know how to react in case of emergency. Essential knowledge for all employees!

SAFE USE OF LADDERS AND STEPSWho is it for? Users of temporary access equipment like ladders and steps

What will you learn?• Current Legislation on Ladders and usage• Health and Safety• Reasons for Ladder Inspection• Method of Ladder Inspection• Ladder Inspection Demonstration• Ladder and Steps Defects• Correct Usage• Risk Assessment and User Responsibilities

SAFETY HARNESSWho is it for? The Safety Harness and Lanyard Course will provide candidates with the knowledge to inspect, fit and use harnesses and lanyards safely and correctly whilst working at height.

What will you learn?

• Health & Safety Laws and Regulations • Responsibilities of employees and employers

under laws and regulations• Different types of harnesses and lanyards

and when to use them• Safe inspection of equipment• Donning of harnesses• Working safely with and subsequent storage

of harnesses and lanyards

THE COURSE:The Method: Lecture + practical demonstration + theory test Requirement: PPE neededDuration: 1 ⁄ 2 day (4h)Location: On-site or at our approved training centresCertification: 5-year BOSS certificate

THE COURSE:The Method: Lecture + practical demonstration + theory test and practical assessmentRequirement: PPE neededDuration: 1/2 day (4h)Location: On-site or at our approved training centresCertification: 5-year IPAF certificate

DID YOU KNOW...?

We also supply ladders, steps and safety harnesses.

Ask us for more details!


Mobile Scaffold Towers

The Work at Height Regulations (2005) require that the assembly, dismantling or alteration of Mobile Access Towers should only be undertaken by competent staff, or if being trained, under the supervision of a competent person. PASMA training courses are recognised as the premier qualification.

COMBINED - STANDARD AND LOW LEVEL (ALL IN ONE)Who is it for? Anyone who is involved in the assembly, dismantling and use of mobile access towers (MAT’s) & low level access equipment.

What will you learn?• Work at Height Regulations• Accident Awareness and Prevention• Inspecting Tower Components• Understanding the Instruction Manual• Assembling, moving and dismantling MAT’s

(Advanced Guardrail and the 3T method)• Safe use of Mobile Access Towers at all stages• Safe use of low level access equipment• Stability and ground conditions• Hazards, risks and overhead obstacles• PASMA Inspection Label

THE COURSE:MAX 8 DELEGATESThe Method: Lecture + practical demonstration + theory test and practical assessmentRequirement: PPE needed Duration: 1 day (7h)Location: On-site or at our approved training centres Certification: 5-year PASMA certificate and training identity card

LOW LEVEL ACCESS Who is it for? Anyone in an organisation, who has to handle low level access units with platform heights of 2.5m or below. This is relevant to all workplaces such as schools, offices, and factories both internally and externally.

What will you learn?• Health and Safety Standards and Regulations• Safe use of units at all stages: assembling, moving, using, and dismantling• Low-Level equipment options• Checking components for damage

and reporting• Assembly/Dismantling of equipment• Hazards and Risks• User responsibilities

THE COURSE:MAX 12 DELEGATESThe Method: Lecture + practical demonstration + theory test and practical assessment Requirement: PPE needed Duration: 1/2 day (4h)Location: On-site or at our approved training centres Certification: 5-year PASMA certificate and training identity card

TOWERS FOR USERS Who is it for? Anyone who is involved in the assembly, dismantling and use of mobile access towers (MAT’s).

What will you learn?• Work at Height Regulations• Accident Awareness and Prevention• Inspecting Tower Components• Understanding the Instruction Manual• Assembling, moving and dismantling MAT’s

(Advanced Guardrail and the 3T method)• Safe use of Mobile Access Towers at all stages• Stability and ground conditions• Hazards, risks and overhead obstacles• PASMA Inspection Label

THE COURSE:MAX 12 DELEGATESThe Method: Lecture + practical demonstration + theory test and practical assessmentRequirement: PPE needed Duration: 1 day (6h)Location: On-site or at our approved training centres Certification: 5-year PASMA Certificate and Training Identity Card

DID YOU KNOW...?

We are an approved supplier of:

Boss Mobile Scaffold Towers, Podium Steps and Low Level

Access Equipment

Don’t forget

we can supply your

inspection record tags!

“For our PASMA and IPAF requirements Boss Training have always been very helpful and professional in providing good value for money, which as a charity, we very much appreciate.”

Sheila Headon - The National Trust


Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWP)Current regulations require that a person operating a MEWP should have undergone suitable training prior to using the equipment. We provide IPAF accredited training to ensure your staff are fully skilled to operate MEWP’s safely.

PAV (PUSH AROUND VERTICAL)Who is it for? Anyone likely to use a PAV. If you are in possession of a current IPAF card in category 3a you can add familiarisation to your qualification to enable you to operate a PAV.

What will you learn?• PAL Card Overview and Pre-Theory Test• Health and Safety Guidance and Legislation• Pre-Use Inspection and Handovers• Safe Operating Methods• Checking components for damage and reporting• Hazards and Risks• User responsibilities

THE COURSE:MAX 8 DELEGATESThe Method: Lecture + practical demonstration + theory test and practical assessmentRequirement: PPE needed Duration: 1/2 day (4h) Location: On-site or at any of our approved training centresCertification: 5-year IPAF certificate

MEWP’s FOR MANAGERSWho is it for? Managers and supervisors whose operatives use mobile elevating work platforms (MEWP’S)

What will you learn?• Understanding of regulations• Selection of correct type of MEWP• Planning and supervising the use of MEWP’s• Effective accident prevention and control

measures• Requirements for operator training and

familiarisation• Hire contracts• Inspection, pre-use and maintenance

THE COURSE:MAX 10 DELEGATESThe Method: Lecture Requirement: A working knowledge of MEWP’sDuration:1 day (7h) Location: On-site or at any of our approved training centres Certification: 5-year IPAF certificate and IPAL training identity card

OPERATOR TRAININGWho is it for? Operatives using or likely to use mobile elevating work platforms (MEWP’s).

What will you learn?• Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 -Work at Height Regulations• Understanding Safe systems of work• Understanding the capabilities of MEWP’s• Duties of the MEWP operator -Emergency

systems for lowering• Hazards and Risks• Checks and Inspections• Storage• Practical session – operation of the work platforms

THE COURSE:MAX 6 DELEGATESThe Method: Lecture + practical demonstration+ theory test and practical assessment Requirement: PPE needed Duration: 1 day (7h)Location: On-site or at any of our approved training centres Certification: 5-year IPAF certificate and IPAL training identity card

DID YOU KNOW...?We also supply

Harness and Lanyard kits. Ask us for more details!

“Boss Training have worked in partnership with Bradford University for over 3 years now. Their tenacity and desire to exceed their client’s expectations never ceases to amaze me. Communication is always easy yet professional – they are highly recommended.”

Owen Whitehouse - Bradford University


Asbestos Awareness Asbestos Removal

It is estimated that 1.8 million people encounter asbestos regularly and the majority of them are unaware of it. The objective of the course is to ensure that your staff are aware of the potential dangers linked with Asbestos and they know the procedures they must follow in the event of working around Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM’s).

Our asbestos removal course can be customised and tailored towards the type of work and material likely to be removed.

ASBESTOS AWARENESSWho is it for? This UKATA category A registered training is a necessary course for any person whose job may potentially expose them to the risk of asbestos.

What will you learn?• The properties of asbestos and its effects on health• The types, uses and likely occurrence of asbestos

and ACM’s in buildings, plant and equipment• Emergency procedures -How to specifically avoid the risks from asbestos

THE COURSE:The Method: Lecture + written test assessmentCourse duration: 1/2 day (3h)Location: On-site or at selected training centres Certification: UKATA Asbestos Awareness Training Certificate

NON-LICENSED ASBESTOS REMOVALWho is it for? Operatives who may undertake unlicensed asbestos removal activities like drilling into textured coatings, removing insulating board and lifting floor tiles.

What will you learn?• Types of Asbestos, hazards and risks• Air monitoring and record keeping• The process of non-licensed asbestos removal• RPE and PPE – correct use and selection• Emergency procedures• Dust suppression• Decontamination procedures• Maintaining a clean working environment• Handling waste materials

THE COURSE:The Method: Lecture + practical training + theory test Course duration: 1 day (7h)Location: On-site or at selected training centres Certification: UKATA registered Non Licensed Asbestos Removal Training Certificate and photo I.D. card

DID YOU KNOW...?

We also offer FACE FIT TESTING

To ensure that anyone who uses Respiratory Protective Equipment knows how to

check, fit & wear it

For groups of 6 and abovewe can come to you

“I have found Boss Training’s level of customer services to be of the highest standard and the advice and experience they

can offer to be very worthwhile. I look forward to having a long and fulfilling working relationship with them.”

Mark Archer - Kier MG Limited


Safety at Work

CONFINED SPACE SAFETYWho is it for? Anyone who is likely to work in a confined space, even if – or perhaps especially if this kind of work is not undertaken frequently.

What will you learn?• Understanding of current legislation on confined spaces• Hazards involved• Practices for safe operation• Monitoring atmosphere• Use and application of breathing apparatus• Use of access and ancillary equipment as required• Understanding and practice of risk assessment• Practical demonstrations

THE COURSE:The Method: Lecture, practical demonstration + theory assessmentCourse duration: 1 day (7h)Location: On-site or at our training centres Certification: 5-year BOSS certificate

ABRASIVE WHEEL SAFETYWho is it for? This training is for anyone involved in the use, mounting or inspection of abrasive wheels in a workplace.

What will you learn?• Understanding the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974• The responsibilities of employer and employees• Management of Health and Safety at Work

Regulations 1992• Dos and Don’ts of abrasive wheel usage• Maintenance and storage issues• A thorough understanding of PUWER 98• Use and maintenance of specific tools such

as angle grinders, Stihl saws, chop saws etc. can be covered.

THE COURSE:The Method: Lecture + practical demonstration + practical assessmentCourse duration: 1/2 day (3h)Location: On-site or at our training centresCertification: 5-year BOSS certificate and training identity card

MANUAL HANDLINGWho is it for? This course meets the needs of anyone whose work involves lifting or carrying loads.

What will you learn?• Introduction to manual handling• Lifting and carrying safely • Techniques to avoid injury and strain• Manual handling risk assessments• How risk assessments apply to you• Lifting and carrying in special situations• How to recognise and avoid potential problems• Responsibilities of employers and employees• Tailored training available

THE COURSE:The Method: Lecture + practical demonstrationCourse duration: 1/2 day (3h)Location: On-site or at our training centresCertification: 5-year BOSS certificate and training identity card

Our range of Health and Safety Courses aim at familiarising employees with all issues concerning Health and Safety which relate to a working environment, and ensure that they know how to react in case of emergency. Essential knowledge for all employees!

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“Boss Training are a brilliant company to work with and that is why we return to them year after year for our training. It is unusual these days to find a company who not only have a good product but one that also excels in their attention to detail and first class customer service. Doing business with Boss has always been a pleasure because they listen to our requirements, deliver to our high standards and have uncomplicated processes for administrating the courses. They are a friendly and reliable provider who I hope will continue to deliver training on our behalf for many years to come.”

Margaret Wilkinson- Kirklees Metropolitan Council


Health & Safety How to book our courses: we make it easy!

EMERGENCY FIRST AID AT WORKWho is it for? The course is ideal for small businesses where Health & Safety risks are minimal or for persons expected to complement the skills of a qualified first-aider.

What will you learn?• Unconscious Person• Recovery Position• Resuscitation & CPR • Choking• Wounds & Bleeding• Spillage of Body Fluids• Illness at Work -Epilepsy• Asthma• Burns & Scalds• Fractures• Shock• First Aid Boxes• First Aid Records and Procedures

THE COURSE:The Method: Lecture + Practical Demonstration + Practical Assessment + Written Assessment Course duration:1 day (6h)Location: On-site or at our training centres Certification: 3-year certificate

HEALTH AND SAFETY AWARENESSWho is it for? This one day course can be for those who have entered, or are about to enter, the construction and civil engineering industry.

The course gives delegates an awareness of health and safety and how it affects their daily role. It can be used as preparation training for the CITB Health, safety and environment test or as refresher training.

What will you learn?

• Individual responsibilities for their own safety and the safety of others• Typical construction hazards and how these are controlled• How everyone can help achieve better practical standards of safety on site• Legal requirements and liabilities• Working at height• Manual Handling• Fire prevention• Work equipment• Occupational Health

THE COURSE:The Method: Lecture + Written Assessment Course duration: 1 day (7h) Location: On-site or at our training centres Certification: 5-year CITB certificate

We offer a full suite of accredited and bespoke Health and Safety training programmes, from entry level courses to nationally recognised certificates and diplomas. Speak to our sales team for advice and guidance on choosing the right course for you.

OnlineWe provide the detailed information about our courses on our website bosstraining.co.uk

Most of our courses can be booked directly online! When we have received your purchase order we will email you a confirmation along with joining instructions.

By phoneFor detailed information on course agendas and to arrange on-site training, call us on 01422 358 184 to directly speak with our sales team.

EmailEnquiries can also be made by emailing us at: [email protected] Visit bosstraining.co.uk for more courses and locations!

DID YOU KNOW...?

All our training can be carried out at your

premises or on-site. Contact us

for more details!

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“Boss Training provide Ladder and Safe Work at Height courses for us. They are always delivered to a very high standard – the trainer is friendly, helpful and reliable.”

Stacey Kavanagh - Greater Manchester Police

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