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Are you working or planning to work on a construction site? You'll require a CSCS card. Find out how you can easily get yours with Construction Skills Training. Find out more on page 4 of this brochure, or feel free to ask a member of our team to book your place.

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CITB (Construction Industry Training Board)

4. CSCS Card & Test5. CITB Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS)6. CITB Site Managers Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS)7. CITB SSSTS Refresher8. CITB SMSTS Refresher

Construction Skills Training

9. Health and Safety Awareness for Senior Managers10. Grinding / Abrasive Wheels11. Accident Investigation12. Asbestos Awareness13. Managing Safely Refresher14. Power Press Safety15. Principles of Manual Handling16. Principles of Waste Management17. Working at Heights18. Construction Design & Management (CDM) Awareness19. Health & Safety for Supervisors

IOSH (Institute of Occupational Safety & Health)

20. IOSH Managing Safely21. IOSH Working Safely

First Aid Courses HABC (Highfield Awarding Body for Compliance)

22. HABC Level 2 Award in Fire Safety23. HABC Emergency First Aid at work24. HABC First Aid at Work25. HABC First Aid at Work Refresher 26. HABC Paediatric First Aid27. HABC Level 2 Award in Risk Assessment

NEBOSH (National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health)

28. NEBOSH General Certificate29. NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health & Safety30. NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental Management

CIEH (Chartered Institute of Environmental Health)

31. CIEH Level 2 award in Principles of COSHH32. CIEH Principles of Manual Handling

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Overview

This qualification covers the knowledge and principles of risk assessments, the importance of safe manual handling, working safely at height, the risks to health within a construction environment and the importance of working around plant and equipment safely.

Who is this course for?

The labourers card is a mandatory requirement for any individual required to work on a construction site at entry level with basic site skills.

What will be learnt

• The principles of risk assessment for maintaining and improving health and safety at work

• The importance of safe manual handling in the workplace

• The importance of working safely at height in the workplace

• The risks to health within a construction environment

• The importance of working around plant and equipment safely

Course structure by day

Day 1 (In-Centre Classroom Attendance)

Health and safety awareness training presentation

A range of individual and group discussions/exercises to confirm understanding

Day 2-4 (Guided self-study, no attendance in centre is required)

• This includes 3 days of guided self-study and workbook completion

• Workbook to be completed prior to return on day 5

• Tutor and centre details provided so that delegates can contact for guidance on any areas of the course content and workbook completion

Day 5 (In-Centre Classroom Attendance)

• Review of day 1 content

• Short multiple-choice examination

• Review of completed workbook

• Pass or referral decision issued on the day (delegates will need to pass both the workbook assessment and the exam in order to gain the qualification)

• If applicable; preparation for the CSCS test

• Sit CSCS test

• Post-test feedback on pass or fail

Duration & Cost

The cost for this 2 day course is £185 inclusive of VAT (£125 excl. VAT plus £35 test fee). The balance will be required prior to the course start date, payments can be made via cash, cheque, credit or debit card. CSCS online test cost is included in the price, however CSCS card application is not included in the price of this course.

CSCS Card & Test2 Day Course - £185 incl. VAT

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OverviewThe CITB Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) is a health and safety course that will provide delegates with an understanding of the supervisory responsibilities on a construction site. This two day course introduces Site Supervisors to their legal responsibilities regarding health, safety, welfare and environmental issues. It is vital for individuals in a supervisory position to have the necessary knowledge to ensure the safety of others working on site.

Who is this course for?This course is ideal for individuals who are due to acquire supervisory responsibilities on a construction site including:

• Supervisors• Site supervisors• Newly-appointed site managers

What will be learnt

• Understand the problems of the industry• Know the structure of health and safety law• Understand how the supervisory role fits with the site manager• Use effective communication• Confidently carry out:

• Risk assessments• Method statements• Inductions• Toolbox talks• Briefings

The course will cover

Day one

• Health and safety law• Developing a health and safety management system• Fire prevention and control• Electricity• Risk assessment and method statements• Hazardous substances Day two

• Construction (Design and Management) Regulations• Working at height• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)• Manual handling• Accidents and first aid• Communication• Tool box talks

Pre-Course PreparationThere is no pre-course preparation required to attend this course however a good understanding of spoken and written English is ideal. This is a highly interactive course delivered by means of case studies, classroom discussion, group work and individual/group presentations.

AssessmentYou will be continuously assessed and required to successfully complete a multiple-choice test. Upon successfully, completing the course you will be awarded a CITB Site Safety Plus certificate. This qualification must be renewed every five years by attending the SSSTS Refresher course.

CITB SSSTS (Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme)2 Day Course

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OverviewThe CITB Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) is an industry recognised course. This five day course will cover a broad range of topics that will equip the delegate with the necessary knowledge to comply with associated legislation to ensure healthy and safe conditions for construction site employees. Delegates will gain the knowledge required to comply with legislation and regulations within a construction environment, such as the Health and Safety Act 1974.

Who is this course for?This course is ideal for individuals who manage or supervise construction sites including:

• Project managers

• Site managers

• Senior supervisors

• Proprietors of small to medium sized companies

The course will cover• The Health and Safety at Work Act

• Construction Design and Management (CDM) Regulations

• Risk assessments/method statements

• Recent changes in accepted working practices

• Behavioural safety

• Management of occupational health

• Electricity

• Excavations

• Working at height

• Scaffolding

• Demolition

• Confined spaces

Course benefits• Manage health and safety on site in accordance with current legal provisions within the context of their role

• Develop an understanding of responsibilities and accountability for site health, safety and welfare

• Recognise a safe site is efficient, economical and productive

• Prepare risk assessments

Pre-course preparationThere is no pre-course preparation required to attend this course however a good understanding of spoken and written English is ideal.

AssessmentThis qualification is assessed through continuous assessment via individual and group exercises with a multiple-choice examination. Upon successfully completing the course you will be awarded a CITB Site Safety Plus certificate. This qualification must be renewed every five years by attending the SMSTS Refresher course.

CITB SMSTS (Site Manager Safety Training Scheme)5 Day Course

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OverviewThe CITB Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) refresher course is for delegates who have previously passed the two day Site Supervisor’s Safety Training Scheme course within the last five years and can provide proof of successful attendance. The qualification aims to bring health and safety knowledge up to date, as well as giving a thorough overview of the legislative changes and their impact in the workplace. The course includes a wide range of topics which have been affected by the changes to procedures built upon the material in the original course.

Who is this course for?This course is for existing SSSTS holders. You must hold a valid Site Supervisors’ Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) certificate, which has been gained within the last five years.


• Health and safety law

• Developing a health and safety management system

• Fire prevention and control

• Electricity

• Risk assessment and method statements

• Hazardous substances

• Construction (Design and Management) Regulations


• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Manual handling

• Accidents and first aid

• Communication

• Tool box talks

What will be learnt

• How health and safety law is structured

• How the supervisory role fits in with the manager’s role in controlling the site safely

• Understanding the need for method statements

• Construction Site Health, Safety and Welfare

• Communication routes within site activity

• Behavioural safety

• Supervision of occupational health

Pre-course preparationThere is no pre-course preparation required to attend this course however a good understanding of spoken and written English is ideal.

AssessmentThis is a highly interactive course delivered by means of case studies, classroom discussion, group work and individual/group presentations. You will be continuously assessed and required to successfully complete a multiple-choice test.

CITB SSSTS Refresher (Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme)1 Day Course

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Overview

The CITB Site Managers Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) Refresher is aimed towards individuals who hold a current SMSTS certificate and wish to renew their qualification for another five years. The training is designed to ensure that personnel maintain and up-date their current health and safety knowledge. The refresher course covers changes to legislation, approved codes of practice and best working practice within the industry. Individuals wishing to renew their SMSTS certificate must provide a copy of the original five day course certificate. Details of the course venue and the date of the course should also be provided if known. Only those individuals who have passed the five day course and provided evidence of this will be eligible to take the two day refresher course.


This course is for existing SMSTS holders. You must hold a valid Site Manager’s Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) certificate, which has been gained within the last five years.


• Appreciate recent developments in construction legislation accident causes, costs and reasons for prevention

• Understand the legal system, relevant legislation, Approved Codes of Practice, Guidance Notes Codes of Practice and Case Law

• Conduct risk assessments

• Monitor health and safety performance

• Understand best practice in the management of sub-contractors

• Disseminate information to operatives and sub-contractors

What will be learnt

• Manage health and safety on site in accordance with current legal provisions within the context of their role

• Develop an understanding of responsibilities and accountability for site health, safety and welfare

• Recognise a safe site is efficient, economical and productive

• Delegates will receive a new Site Safety Plus certificate upon successful completion of this course which is valid for another five years

Pre-course preparation

There is no pre-course preparation required to attend this course however a good understanding of spoken and written English is ideal.

Assessment

This qualification is assessed through continuous assessment via individual and group exercises with a multiple-choice examination.

CITB SMSTS Refresher (Site Manager Safety Training Scheme)2 Day Course

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Overview

Every employer has a responsibility and a legal duty to secure the health and safety of their employees. Failing to comply with legislation can not only result in fines and costly accidents and litigation, it can also lead to severe injuries or even death. This course will enable directors from small and medium sized enterprises (up to 250 employees) to review policy and strategies and where necessary introduce changes to enhance safety culture in the workplace.


This course is ideal for any individual with strategic responsibility for health and safety management including:

• Directors

• Executives

• Senior managers

What will be learnt

• Health & safety management - moral, legal and economic reasons for promoting health and safety in the workplace

• Accidents and the outcomes

• Differences between acts, regulations, approved codes of practice and guidance notes

• SMART & principles of governing workplace precautions

• Occupational health issues and health & safety training

• Active and reactive performance monitoring

• Recognising improvement in health & safety performance

• Directors and employees statutory duties

• Have an understanding of the principals of health and safety management at the most senior level

Course benefits

For the individuals:

• Identify accident causes and plan for prevention through hazard identification, risk assessment and control strategies

• Appreciate the significance of performance monitoring for continual improvement of health & safety management

• Gain a greater understanding of accident causation and prevention

For the employers:

• Recognise the importance of consultation and communication with employees on health and safety issues

• Understand the principles and application of safety management systems

• Appreciate the reasons for promoting Health & Safety in the workplace


No pre-course preparation is required for this course. Delegates are requested to complete a pre-course questionnaire that will be handed to the tutor before the first day of the course. This ensures that the course is delivered to the highest quality and is relevant to delegate’s needs and objectives.

Assessment

Short answer question paper and an assessed project.

Health & Safety Awareness for Senior Managers1 Day Course

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Overview

This half day course highlights the necessary precautions required to reduce accidents and provides an understanding of key legislations in line with the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER 1998).The incorrect mounting and use of grinding equipment could lead to accidents to people, plant and equipment.


This course is ideal for individuals working in building, construction, fabrication, engineering, automotive and maintenance departments including:• Machine Operators• Supervisors• Managers

What will be learnt

Introduction to the provision and use of work equipment regulations• Legal requirement & risk assessment• Hazards and dangers in the use of abrasive wheels and disc• Personal protective equipment

Definition and analysis of abrasive wheels• Defining of an abrasive wheel or disc• How an abrasive wheel works• Abrasive and bond types• Marking system

Receipt, handling, storage and inspection of abrasive wheels• Inspection, examination and testing

Machines and work areas• The importance of machine maintenance• Examination and correct use of flanges, guards and work-rests• Maximum operating surface speed-op• Machine controls

Course benefits

For the individuals:• Understand the legal implications of working with grinding equipment• Appreciate the correct methods of storage and handling for abrasive wheels• Be able to demonstrate the necessary knowledge to mount abrasive wheels correctly• Be able to carry out maintenance on machinery

For the employers:• Share expertise across your organisation to build a culture of health and safety awareness• Ensure all operators are working in line with the PUWER 1988 legislations• Reduce machine wear and tear through appropriate setting of machines



Assessment

Short answer question paper and an assessed project.

Grinding/Abrasive Wheels1/2 Day Course

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OverviewEven with all the health and safety training, precautions, preventative equipment and risk assessments it is impossible to foresee and prevent every single eventuality. It may also be the case that certain actions were not performed correctly and were inadequate, or mistakes were made that should have been prevented.By performing accident investigation effectively, management can get to the bottom of how the accident occurred with the primary objective of using the information gathered to prevent a similar incident from occurring again. It may also be the case that a particular accident was not too serious, and the subsequent control and preventative measures put in place as a result of investigation findings help to prevent a much more serious accident.Thorough investigation into any workplace accident is necessary to help prevent recurrences and to demonstrate to relevant authorities such as the HSE and others that appropriate remedial action has or is being taken.

Who is this course for?This course will be valuable for anyone with responsibility for investigating workplace accidents including:• Health and safety advisers/officers• Safety Representatives• Managers• Supervisors

What will be learntDay One • The legal aspects of accident investigation• Overview of current legislation• Examples from case studiesDay Two • Carrying out investigation and completing an accident report• What is an accident or incident/near miss• Why you should investigate both• Methods of investigation• Determining the true cause• Expected results of the investigation.• Formal report writing for senior managers

The course will coverBy the end of this course delegates will be able to:• Understand the legal framework for health and safety and the requirements for recording and reporting accidents, ill

health and incidents• Understand accident sequences and the role of human factors• Understand the process and purpose of investigating incidents/near miss or accidents• Understand the benefits of proactive health and safety management and the role of reactive monitoring in the safety

management system• Collect data for analysis • Prepare a formal accident report

Course benefitsFor the individuals:• Understand the legal implications of working with grinding equipment• Appreciate the correct methods of storage and handling for abrasive wheels• Be able to demonstrate the necessary knowledge to mount abrasive wheels correctly• Be able to carry out maintenance on machinery

For the employers:• Share expertise across your organisation to build a culture of health and safety awareness• Ensure all operators are working in line with the PUWER 1988 legislations• Reduce machine wear and tear through appropriate setting of machines

Pre-course preparationNo pre-course preparation is required for this course. Delegates are requested to complete a pre-course questionnaire that will be handed to the tutor before the first day of the course. This ensures that the course is delivered to the highest quality and is relevant to delegate’s needs and objectives.

AssessmentShort answer question paper and an assessed project.

Accident Investigation2 Day Course

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Overview

The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 now require employers to provide appropriate training for all workers who are likely to be exposed to asbestos. This course has been designed to meet the requirements of the regulations through a half-day theory based awareness session.


This course is ideal for individuals who may come into contact with asbestos including:• Construction Workers• Maintenance staff • Engineers and other professional trades person


• Uses and likely occurrences of asbestos• Employers legal duties• The dangers of asbestos• Types of asbestos containing materials and products within buildings• Legislation and guidance• Asbestos risk management• Everyone’s role in reducing risks• Where asbestos materials can be found• Asbestos waste• Emergency and accident arrangements• Control measures to prevent exposure• Management actions to prevent and reduce exposure

Course benefits

For the individuals• Gain an understanding of the Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations 2012• Understand how to avoid exposure to asbestos• Receive an overview of the legislative measures in place to safeguard workers

For the employer• Build awareness and develop knowledge amongst site based employees• Educate employees to the hazards and risks posed by asbestos containing materials• Ensure employee compliance with health and safety policies as well as legal requirements



Assessment

Observation with a question and answer session after the course.

Asbestos Awareness1/2 Day Course

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Overview

Health and safety legislation and best practice change on a regular basis. It is IOSH’s view that it is best practice for Managing Safely certificate holders to renew their learning within a three year period. The Managing Safely Refresher course is designed to provide continued support to managers in dealing with health and safety issues in the workplace whilst ensuring knowledge is inline with the latest statutory obligations.


This course is ideal for any participant who has completed the IOSH Managing Safely Certificate including:• Health and safety officers• Managers• Supervisors


• Revisiting Managing Safely• Assessing risks• Controlling risks• Understanding your responsibilities• Identifying common hazards• Investigating accidents and incidents• Measuring performance• Protecting our environment• Reactive Monitoring• Health and safety legislation• Safety management systems• Integrating environmental management

Course benefits

For the individuals• Recall the key elements addressed in Managing Safely• Reiterate the general principles of risk assessment and risk control• Detail any recent changes to health and safety legislation• Develop a positive safety culture

For the employer• Cost effective option to keep employee• Managing Safely certificates up to date• Ensure current health and safety practices are inline with the latest statutory obligations• Promote health and safety amongst employees


All attending delegates must have completed the IOSH Managing Safely course within the last 3 years. Delegates are requested to complete a pre-course questionnaire that will be handed to the tutor before the first day of the course. This ensures that the course is delivered to the highest quality and is relevant to delegate’s needs and objectives.

Assessment

Short answer and multiple choice - Assessment.

Managing Safely Refresher1 Day Course

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Overview

Power presses have always been considered to be high-risk machines and it is essential that they are properly inspected, tested and maintained to keep operators safe from serious injury. It is a statutory requirement that power presses are examined and tested by a “competent person”, before they are put into use for the first time. This course is designed to train delegates in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act (PUWER 1998).


This course is required for any potential or existing operators of power press machinery including:• Production operators• Maintenance teams• Supervisors


• Health and Safety Legislation• The requirements of PUWER 1998• Power Press Mechanism• Types of Power Presses• Film - ‘Power Press parts 1 & 2’• Testing and examination of presses and guards• Tool setting• Methods of guarding - F.I.A.T.T• Film - ‘Guarding of Machinery’• Tool design, with regard to Health and Safety• Safe setting and tool layout• Accident causation and prevention• Summary and end test• Test results and feedback

Course benefits

For the individuals:• Understand key health and safety legislation (PUWER 1998)• Gain knowledge of power press mechanisms and safety devices• Understand how to identify causes of accidents and methods of accident prevention• Practical instruction from experienced tutors

For the employer:• Promote health and safety awareness amongst employees• Qualified and approved staff to operate power press machinery• Reduce frequency of accident and incidents• involving power press machinery



Assessment

There will be a multiple choice question paper at the end of the course.

Power Press Safety1 Day Course

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Overview

Manual handling causes over 30% of all reported accidents within the workplace. Approximately 60 million working days are lost in the UK every year due to manual handling related issues. This course has been designed to provide individuals with the knowledge and guidance to carry out manual handling in a safe manner.


This course is ideal for any individual including:• Team Leaders• Managers/Supervisors• General office and shop floor employees


• Health and safety law• The manual handling operations regulations• The structure and function of the spine and impact of poor posture• Explain the mechanics of movement such as stability, force and levers• Efficient movement principles, dual lifting• Application of efficient movement principles in a variety of manual handling situations• Training in manual handling techniques• Identify and understand the risks associated with manual handling• Learn to carry out manual handling risk assessments as a practical exercise (T.I.L.E.)• Make recommendations to manage risks• Apply the principles of safer handling to a range of everyday manual handling tasks

Course benefits

For the individuals:• Be able to carry out manually handling to the correct standard• Understand how incorrect lifting techniques can cause injury• Apply practical knowledge in workplace scenarios

For the employer:• Employees receive training that will meet the current legal and regulatory requirements• Assess manual handling operations and implement risk reduction techniques• Promote health and safety awareness amongst employees


Due to the nature of the practical application of this course, delegates are required suitable clothing and footwear. Delegates are requested to complete a pre-course questionnaire that will be handed to the tutor before the first day of the course. This ensures that the course is delivered to the highest quality and is relevant to delegate’s needs and objectives.

Assessment

Multiple-choice questionnaire at the end of the course.

Principles of Manual Handling1/2 Day Course

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OverviewThis course gives an understanding of the principal legal obligations associated with the management of controlled and special waste, together with practical tools for the classification of waste type. Many organisations have identified that tackling environmental issues can bring benefits to their business including reduced waste and utility costs, reduced liabilities and access to new markets and investors.


This course is ideal for all staff with a responsibility for the identification, storage, transfer and disposal of waste including:• Managers• Supervisors/team leaders• Process and warehouse staff


Background to UK legislation and enforcement• Sources of advice and guidance

Management of controlled waste• Identify and describe the waste• Keep the waste safely• Transfer to the right person• Receipt of the waste• Checking (monitoring and surveillance)

Legal obligations• General requirements • Issues • Controlled waste • Special waste

Management of special waste• Definition• Classification• Movement of special waste• Monitoring and inspection

Course benefits

For the individuals:• Understand the principal legislation governing waste management• Apply the methodology for waste identification, segregation, classification and disposal• Understand the roles and responsibilities of all parties involved in the waste management chain• Identify opportunities for waste minimisation

For the employer:• Staff will have an understanding of the importance of effective and safe waste management• Ideas promoted could lead to waste reduction and cost reduction• Promote the importance of health and safety in the workplace to all staff


AssessmentThere is an option to take a short answer questionnaire at the end of the course.

Principles of Waste Management1/2 Day Course

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Overview

This course will provide delegates with the awareness of potential hazards when working at height and the control methods required. Individuals who attend will comply with the Work at Height Regulations 2005, which state that all employees must receive a qualification to ‘prove ability and competence’.


This course is designed for individuals who organise, plan, supervise and carry out work at height including:• Operatives

• Supervisors

• Managers


• An overview of working activities involving risk of injury from working at height and typical injuries• Legal responsibilities including an overview of the Work at Height regulations• Basic hazards and factors affecting risk• Main precautions to prevent falls and falling materials• Safe working practices for common forms of access equipment• Safe use of ladders/step-ladders• Inspection requirements for scaffolds/working platforms• Planning, organising and supervising Working at Height• Pre-inspection procedure/check-list for work equipment• Employer/employee responsibilities• Question and answer session

Course benefits

For the individuals:• Able to properly inspect and maintain the equipment for working at height• Ability to carry out risk assessments and select the appropriate work equipment• Properly plan and organise the work at height

For the employer:• Ensure those working at height are competent.• Apply working at height legislation, safety requirements and working methods• Promote positive health and safety knowledge amongst employees


No-pre course preparation is required for this course. Delegates are requested to complete a pre-course questionnaire that will be handed to the tutor before the first day of the course. This ensures that the course is delivered to the highest quality and is relevant to delegate’s needs and objectives.

Assessment

Observation with a question and answer session at the end of the course.

Working at Heights1/2 Day Course

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Overview

Everyone controlling building site work has health and safety responsibilities. Checking that working conditions are healthy and safe before work begins, and ensuring that the proposed work is not going to put others at risk, requires planning and organisation. This applies whatever the size of the site.

This occupational safety training course provides delegates with an understanding of the new Construction, Design and Management Regulations 2015. It offers guidance on planning and designing for health and safety within construction projects and the roles and responsibilities encompassed within the CDM Regulations.


All those who manage or are involved in construction and demolition-related projects, either directly or via contractors.


• Legal requirements as outlined within the CDM regulations

• CDM documentation

• Integrated safety management

• Role of recently revised key duty holders (clients, Principal Designer, Principal Contractor, other contractors)

What will be learnt

By the end of this course delegates will have:

• A thorough understanding of the CDM Regulations and the newly revised CDM Regulations (2015)

• The ability to recognise the consequences of not managing safety within construction and design activities

• An understanding of the importance of planning for and designing for health and safety within construction projects

• The ability to offer guidance on a variety of roles and responsibilities encompassed within the CDM Regulations

• The ability to apply knowledge to a typical CDM project, gained via a workshop-based activity.

• A thorough understanding of the newly revised CDM Regulations (2015)


There is no pre-course preparation required to attend this course however a good understanding of spoken and written English is ideal.

Construction, Design and Management Awareness1 Day Course

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OverviewEvery employer has a responsibility and a legal duty to secure the health and safety of their employees. Failing to comply with legislation can not only result in fines and costly accidents and litigation, it can also lead to severe injuries or even death. This course will enable directors from small and medium sized enterprises (up to 250 employees) to review policy and strategies and where necessary introduce changes to enhance safety culture in the workplace.

Who is this course for?This course is ideal for any individual with strategic responsibility for health and safety management including:• Directors• Executives• Senior managers

What will be learnt• Health & safety management - moral, legal and economic reasons for promoting health and safety in the

workplace• Accidents and the outcomes• Differences between acts, regulations, approved codes of practice and guidance notes• SMART & principles of governing workplace precautions• Occupational health issues and health & safety training• Active and reactive performance monitoring• Recognising improvement in health & safety performance• Directors and employees statutory duties• Have an understanding of the principals of health and safety management at the most senior level

Course benefitsFor the individuals:• Identify accident causes and plan for prevention through hazard identification, risk assessment and control

strategies• Appreciate the significance of performance monitoring for continual improvement of health & safety

management• Gain a greater understanding of accident causation and prevention

For the employers:• Recognise the importance of consultation and communication with employees on health and safety issues• Understand the principles and application of safety management systems• Appreciate the reasons for promoting Health & Safety in the workplace


AssessmentShort answer question paper and an assessed project.

Health & Safety Awareness for Senior Managers1 Day Course

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Overview

This course is unlike any other; delegates will find a practical programme, full of step by step guidance, and with a sharp business focus. The highly innovative format and content is designed to engage and inspire delegates – critical to getting essential health and safety messages across. Successful delegates are awarded an IOSH Managing safely certificate, a nationally recognised and respected training accreditation for managers and supervisors.

The training is designed and quality-controlled by the Chartered body for health and safety professionals and covers two key areas – health and safety and environmental basics. Managing safely won’t turn delegates into safety experts – but it will give them the knowledge and tools to tackle the health and safety issues they’re responsible for. Importantly, it brings home just why health and safety is such an essential part of their job.


Managing safely is designed for managers and supervisors in any sector, and any organisation. It’s designed to get managers up to speed on the practical actions they need to take to handle health and safety in their teams.

What will be learnt

By the end of this course delegates will be able to: • Apply basic management principles and practices to health and safety issues as part of a total management

strategy

• Set achievable health and safety objectives as well as plan and implement courses of action to achieve those objectives

• Recognise health and safety hazards present in the workplace

• Carry out and record basic assessments of the risks associated with workplace hazards, and recommend suitable control measures

• Take account of risks arising from ergonomic factors

• Ensure that adequate information, training and supervision is provided for employees

• Investigate an accident or incident involving injury or damage to determine the causes and take appropriate actions


• Introducing Managing Safely

• Assessing Risks

• Controlling Risks

• Understanding your Responsibilities

• Identifying Hazards

• Investigating Accidents and Incidents

• Measuring Performance

• Protecting our Environment


No prior experience or preparation is required prior to the programme.

Assessment

Delegates’ understanding of health and safety basics is evaluated using multi-format questions and a risk assessment project, both of which must be completed to gain certification.

IOSH Managing Safely4 Day Course

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OverviewIntroducing a completely new approach to health and safety training - a one-day course offering all the basics in a high impact interactive package. This programme is designed to get delegates engaged with health and safety. The content and delivery is enjoyable and stimulating, produced to deliver vital health and safety messages.

First class, jargon-free technical content based on what people need to know in practice, not off-putting legal language but clear scenarios drawn from genuine work situations to drive home practical points. Working safely isn’t supposed to turn delegates into safety experts. It focuses on why health and safety is important, and how individuals can make a real difference to the wellbeing of themselves and others through changing their behaviour.

Working safely meets the government’s guidelines for introductory health and safety training and is a 100 per cent match to the Health and Safety Executive’s ‘passport’ syllabus. The training is designed and quality-controlled by the Chartered body for health and safety professionals and covers two key areas – health and safety and environmental basics.

Who is this course for?Working safely is for people at any level, in any sector, needing grounding in the essentials of health and safety. Everyone at work should have an understanding of why they must ‘work safely’ – and this course offers exactly that.

What will be learntBy the end of this course delegates will be able to:

• Carry out work activities without risk to yourselves or others and understand the consequences to both the individual and their organisation if you fail to work safely

• Identify hazards, risks and risks controls and understand the importance of risk assessment with examples of everyday use of risk assessment

• Understand how to take appropriate workplace precautions and their importance in the working environment

• Appreciate the importance of a health and safety management system

• Identify lines of communication with respect to health and safety in your place of work

• Identify safety signs and signals

• Understand emergency, accident plans and procedures and how and who to report accidents, incidents and near misses to, in your place of work

• Recognise how industry affects the environment and how individuals can minimise pollution and waste

• Receive a nationally recognised certificate from Europe’s leading professional body

The course will cover• Introducing Working Safely

• Defining Hazard and Risk

• Identifying Common Hazards

• Improving Safety Performance

• Protecting our Environment

Pre-course preparationNo prior experience or preparation is required prior to the programme.

AssessmentThe delegates’ understanding of health and safety basics is evaluated using multi-format questions and a hazard-spotting exercise carried out during the day’s training. On successful completion of the IOSH Working Safely course delegates will receive an IOSH accredited Certificate.

IOSH Working Safely1 Day Course

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Overview

The Level 2 Award in Fire Safety allows candidates to develop their basic fire safety awareness. It is particularly useful for employees who are to have a designated responsibility for workplace fire safety, for example as fire wardens or fire marshals, and provides the knowledge that will allow them to carry out duties to fire safety and emergency procedures.

Those gaining this qualification will know that fire safety is the responsibility of everyone in the workplace and will recognise the consequences of a fire in any premises.


Working safely is for people at any level, in any sector, needing grounding in the essentials of health and safety. Everyone at work should have an understanding of why they must ‘work safely’ – and this course offers exactly that.

What will be learnt

By the end of this course delegates will be able to:

• State the principle of duties of responsible persons (fire marshal’s and fire wardens)

• Understand key terms and definitions of fire prevention

• Understand the principles, key concepts and importance of fire risk assessments

• Understand the background to fire safety legislation, and the Regulatory Reform (Fire safety) Order 2005

• Explain the need for fire prevention and fire protection to ensure the safety of all persons on their premises


• Background to fire safety legislation

• The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005

• An introduction to fire risk assessments

• Action to be taken on discovering a fire

• Action to be taken on hearing a fire alarm

• The means for giving warning of fire

• The means for fighting fire

• Fire prevention

• Fire protection

• Arson control

• General first safety awareness



Assessment

A multiple choice assessment will take place at the end of the course.

HABC Level 2 Award in Fire Safety1 Day Course

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Overview

The course covers the essentials of first aid through a variety of theoretical input and practical demonstrations. The participants will have the opportunity to discuss and practice first aid procedures applicable to adults, babies and children and can be adapted to any work situation.


This course is ideally suited for individuals over the age of 16 working in, or managing a team, in all environments. For regulatory purposes, successfully completing an EFAW course will enable the delegate to act as a first-aider in the workplace.

What will be learnt


• General introduction and purpose of first aid

• Role and responsibility of first aider

• Dealing with accidents and illness

• Assessment of a situation and casualty

• Causes, symptoms and treatment of shock

• Assessment of consciousness

• Assessment of wounds and bleeding

• Fractures, sprains and strains

• Treatment of burns and scalds

• Basic life support

• Contents of a first aid box


• A clear understanding of the role and responsibilities of a first aider

• Tools and techniques on how to assess an incident

• How to manage an unresponsive casualty who is breathing normally

• How to manage an unresponsive casualty who is not breathing normally

• Know how to recognise and assist a casualty who is choking

• Be able to manage a casualty with external bleeding

• Be able to manage a casualty who is in shock

• Be able to manage a casualty with a minor injury



Assessment

There is a short multi-choice test at the end of the course. The certificate is valid for three years from the date of issue; however it is strongly recommended that an annual refresher course is completed.

HABC Emergency First Aid at Work1 Day Course

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OverviewThis course covers a comprehensive introduction to First Aid at Work. Through a variety of theoretical input and practical demonstrations participants will have the opportunity to discuss and practice first aid procedures that can be adapted to any work situation.

Who is this course for?This course is ideal for nominated workplace first aiders, or anyone wanting a comprehensive introduction to first aid.

What will be learntBy the end of this course delegates will be able to: • Treat Accidents and Illnesses • Use a First Aid Kit • Keep First Aid Records• Understand the treatment of:

• An unconscious casualty • Heart attacks • Resuscitation • Shock • Choking • Bleeding • Burns and scalds • Poisoning • Fractures• Seizures • Asthma • Severe allergic reaction • Eye injuries • Low blood sugar • Fainting

The course will cover• Roles and responsibilities of a first aider• Assessing incidents• Manage and administer first aid to an unresponsive casualty who is breathing normally• Manage and administer first aid to an unresponsive casualty who is not breathing normally• Administer first aid for a range of conditions• Manage and administer first aid to a casualty with a minor injury• Manage and administer first aid to a casualty for a range of major illnesses• Manage and administer first aid to a casualty who is in shock• Manage and administer first aid to a casualty who is wounded and bleeding• Recognise and assist a casualty who is choking


AssessmentThe assessment comprises of a written examination plus a practical assessment of CPR, recovery position and treatment of a bleed. After completing a final assessment, successful candidates will receive an Highfields approved certificate valid for three years. An annual refresher course is highly recommended. This course is legally compliant with the current Health & Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.

HABC First Aid at Work3 Day Course

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OverviewThis course is a comprehensive refresher of the First Aid at Work qualification. Through a variety of theoretical input and practical demonstrations participants will have the opportunity to update and practice first aid procedures that can be adapted to any work situation leading to a re-qualification in the three day course.

Who is this course for?This course is ideal for anyone who currently holds a HABC First Aid at Work certificate and wishes to re-qualify themselves for a further three years.

What will be learntBy the end of this course delegates will be able to: • Treat Accidents and Illnesses • Use a First Aid Kit • Keep First Aid Records• Understand the treatment of:

• An unconscious casualty • Heart attacks • Resuscitation • Shock • Choking • Bleeding • Burns and scalds • Poisoning • Fractures• Seizures • Asthma • Severe allergic reaction • Eye injuries • Low blood sugar • Fainting

The course will cover• Roles and responsibilities of a first aider• Assessing incidents• Manage and administer first aid to an unresponsive casualty who is breathing normally• Manage and administer first aid to an unresponsive casualty who is not breathing normally• Administer first aid for a range of conditions• Manage and administer first aid to a casualty with a minor injury• Manage and administer first aid to a casualty for a range of major illnesses• Manage and administer first aid to a casualty who is in shock• Manage and administer first aid to a casualty who is wounded and bleeding• Recognise and assist a casualty who is choking


AssessmentThe assessment comprises of a written examination plus a practical assessment of CPR, recovery position and treatment of a bleed. After completing a final assessment, successful candidates will receive an Highfields approved certificate valid for three years. An annual refresher course is highly recommended. This course is legally compliant with the current Health & Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.

HABC First Aid at Work Refresher2 Day Course

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OverviewThis qualification is aimed at those who wish to become a Paediatric First Aider in the workplace with a responsibility for the welfare of infants and children. This qualification is intended for learners already working or preparing to work in industry. Learners gaining this qualification will know that First Aid is the responsibility of everyone involved in the working environment. It’s topics are regarded by the Early Years Foundation Stage as being important to maintaining good practice in the safe, prompt and effective treatment of injuries and ill health of infants and children who are under the care of trained personnel.

Who is this course for?This qualification is aimed at those who wish to become a Paediatric First Aider in the workplace with a responsibility for the welfare of infants and children. This qualification is intended for learners already working or preparing to work in industry.

What will be learntBy the end of this course delegates will be able to: • Understand the role of the paediatric first aider• Assess an emergency situation and act safely and effectively• Provide first aid to an infant or child who:

• Is unresponsive and not breathing normally• Has a foreign body airway obstruction• Is wounded and bleeding• Is suffering from shock• Has a suspected fracture and a dislocation• Has a head, a neck and a back injury• Has conditions affecting the eyes, ears and nose• Has a chronic medical condition or sudden illness• Is experiencing the effects of extreme heat or cold• Has sustained an electric shock• Has burns or scalds• Has been poisoned• Has been bitten or stung

The course will cover• Identify the responsibilities of a paediatric first aider• Describe how to minimise the risk of infection to self and others• Describe suitable first aid equipment, including personal protection, and how it is used appropriately• Identify what information needs to be included in an accident report/incident record, and how to record it.• Define an infant and a child for the purposes of first aid treatment• Demonstrate how to conduct a scene survey• Demonstrate how to conduct a primary survey on an infant and a child• Identify when an how to call for help• Demonstrate how to place an infant and a child into the appropriate recovery position• Describe how to continually assess and monitor an infant and a child whilst in your care• Identify when to administer CPR to an unresponsive infant and an unresponsive child who is not breathing normally• Demonstrate how to administer CPR using an infant and a child manikin• Describe how to deal with an infant and a child who is experiencing a seizure• Differentiate between a mild and a sever airway obstruction

Pre-course preparationNo prior experience or preparation is required prior to the programme, however it is advised that learners have a minimum of level 1 or equivalent in literacy or numeracy.

AssessmentThe qualification is assessed through practical and oral questioning throughout the duration of the course by the tutor. A 30 minute multiple choice examination will take place at the end of the course.

HABC Paediatric First Aid 2 Day Course

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OverviewThis qualification will provide delegates with an introduction to the principles of risk assessment. It will cover why risk assessments are necessary, the legal requirements relating to risk assessments and simple processes for carrying out a risk assessment. Using the skills developed during the risk assessment course, delegates will participate in a mock risk assessment related to a given case study. Mock risk assessments will be peer reviewed and assessed by the tutor on the day allowing delegates to receive instant feedback on the skills they have developed. This course covers a comprehensive introduction to First Aid at Work. Through a variety of theoretical input and practical demonstrations participants will have the opportunity to discuss and practice first aid procedures that can be adapted to any work situation.

Who is this course for?This course is ideal for learners working in any environment who need to be more risk aware by raising their knowledge of risk in the workplace and basic things they can do to control it.

What will be learntBy the end of this course delegates will be able to: • Provide examples of occupation, environmental and human factors than can affect the level of risk from hazards

at work• Carry out a suitable and sufficient risk assessment to satisfy legal requirements• Define key terms associated with risk assessment in the context of health and safety at work including:

• Accidents• Incident / near miss• Accident triangle• Hazard• Risk• Risk assessment• Risk control hierarchy• Suitable and sufficient• Competence

The course will cover• Main causes of work-related fatalities, injuries and ill health• Moral, legal and financial reasons for preventing accidents and ill health at work• Role of risk assessment in accident and ill health prevention• Legal requirements for risk assessment• Describe a simple process for undertaking a risk assessment• Methods that can used to prioritise risks• Process of undertaking a risk assessment• Requirements for providing information about, and records on, the results of a risk assessment• The relevancy of a risk matrix


AssessmentThere is a 20 question multiple choice assessment at the end of the course. Successful learners will receive a Highfields accredited certificate.

HABC Level 2 Award in Risk Assessment1 Day Course

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Overview

The NEBOSH General Certificate covers the main legal requirements for safety in the UK, a range of workplace hazards, and methods of control. The NEBOSH National General Certificate also includes a practical workplace assessment, to help delegates apply their learning at work and to add value to their employer.

A safer workplace – Health and safety is important. It protects people from injury and loss of life. People with the NEBOSH National General Certificate know how to help their employer avoid prosecution, litigation, absence costs and loss of reputation.

Assurance – An employer whose staff are NEBOSH qualified is an employer committed to health and safety. The NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety can help employers meet recognised standards, codes of practice and even help win new business

Return on investment – An employee with a NEBOSH National General Certificate has a practical set of skills that brings real value to the modern workplace.


Managers, supervisors and staff from all types of organisations who need a broad understanding of health and safety issues. The certificate helps them manage risks effectively. Many people take the NEBOSH National General Certificate as a first step in a career in health and safety. It provides a valuable overview, and is a sound basis for further professional study. The NEBOSH Certificate is a widely respected qualification which meets the requirements for Technician Membership of IOSH and Associate Membership of IIRSM.

What will be learnt


• Understand the legal framework, moral and economic requirements as well as implications for good standards in health & safety within an organisation.

• Develop, promote and communicate an effective health & safety culture in an organisation.

• Identify the key features of a health & safety policy, the preparations and performance review of a health & safety audit.

• Understand the importance of proactive as well as reactive health & safety monitoring measures.

• Identify hazards in the workplace and carry out risk assessments, record findings & review procedures.

• Advise on strategies for controlling hazards, reducing risks and applying safe systems of work.

• Identify fire hazards and consequential risks, advise on measures to minimise fire risks and develop fire procedures.

• Identify ill health effects of physical processes of work and the environment then recommend suitable measures to combat risks.

• Explain the processes and procedures for investigating and reporting accidents at work


The NEBOSH National General Certificate course is split into three units of study, each of which is assessed separately:

Unit NGC1: Management of Health and Safety

• Foundations in Health and Safety

• Health and Safety Management Systems - Policy, Organising, Planning, Measuring, Audit and Review

NEBOSH National General Certificate12 Day Course (NGC1 – 5 Days / GC2 – 5 Days / GC3 – Half-Day / Revision Workshop – Half-Day / Exam - 1 Day)

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Unit GC2: Controlling Workplace Hazards

• Workplace Hazards and Risk Control

• Transport Hazards and Risk Control

• Musculoskeletal Hazards and Risk Control

• Work Equipment Hazards and Risk Control

• Electrical Safety

• Fire Safety

• Chemical and Biological Health Hazards and Risk Control

• Physical and Psychological Health Hazards and Risk Control

Unit GC3: Workplace-Based Practical Assessment

Revision Workshops

Our revision workshops are led by our trainers and are designed to make sure you understand key questions and topics that feature regularly in the exams and, most importantly, how to tackle the exam questions.

Our revision workshops allow you to:

• Review topics from across the course.

• Discuss revision and exam techniques with the trainer.

• Resolve any queries you may have.

• Group study to help share study tips and ideas.

• Work through past exam papers and receive tutor feedback.

• Learn how to avoid common mistakes in the exam

*You must complete all three units within 5 years to achieve the full NEBOSH General Certificate qualification.



Assessment

Units NGC1 and GC2 of the NEBOSH Certificate are each assessed by one two-hour written exam. Unit GC3 is assessed by a two-hour practical assessment carried out in your workplace. A unit certificate is issued denoting achievement of each unit. A certificate parchment is issued on successful completion of the two units and the practical assessment.

We can arrange exam dates for organisations/groups outside of our open programme days. 2 month notice before the preferred exam date is required.

All of our courses contain plenty of exam practice to ensure you are fully prepared for the exam. We have exam success guides and revision notes that will provide.

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Overview

This course is designed to provide senior line managers within a construction environment a comprehensive understanding of both individual and organisational health and safety responsibilities to ensure that activities under their control are undertaken safely. The NEBOSH National Construction Certificate covers the main legal requirements relating to health and safety in UK construction work, identification and control of construction workplace hazards, and the practical application of this knowledge. The NEBOSH Construction Certificate is widely respected by employers and meets the requirements for Technician Membership of IOSH (Tech IOSH) and Associate Membership of IIRSM (AIIRSM).


This course is intended for individuals who hold senior line management responsibilities for the safety of others within their workforce, including; principle contractors and principle designers, site managers and safety officers.

What will be learnt


• Understand the main requirements and application of the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015.

• Understand the factors to consider when carrying out a site assessment; identify construction activity hazards, assess the risks and recommend control measures.

• Identify the hazards and outline appropriate control measures in the following areas: movement of people and vehicles, mechanical and manual handling, work equipment, electrical, chemical and biological, physical and psychological, working at height, excavation work & working in confined spaces, and demolition.

• Successfully carry out a safety inspection of a construction workplace identifying hazards, recommending control measures and preparing a management report.


The NEBOSH Certificate in Construction Health and Safety consists of two units; each separately assessed.

Unit NCC1: Managing and controlling hazards in construction activities, assessed by a 2 hour written exam:

• Construction law and management

• Construction site hazards and controls

• Vehicles and plant movement

• Musculoskeletal hazards and controls

• Work equipment

• Electrical safety

• Fire safety

• Chemical and biological health

• Physical and psychological health


• Excavation work and confined spaces

• Demolition

NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health & Safety11 Day Course + 1 Exam Day

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Unit NCC2: Construction health and safety practical application:

Work based practical assessment carried out in your workplace no later than two weeks after sitting your final NEBOSH exams. Assessed by the programme organiser and externally moderated by NEBOSH. All delegates will receive report writing guidance.

Course benefits

• Owners or managers of smaller consultancy companies will find this qualification helps them to meet the requirements of clients and principal contractors when working on other people’s premises or sites.

• Many larger construction organisations choose the NEBOSH National Construction Certificate as a key part of their supervisory or management development programme. By ensuring that line managers have a sound understanding of the principles of risk management they build an effective safety culture in the company.


Candidates should have achieved NGC1 unit in order to achieve full certification. It should also be noted that the examination includes a requirement to write a short report. There is a short interview prior to attending the course.

Assessment

Unit NCC1 is a taught unit assessed by a two-hour written examination. The examination consists of ten ‘short-answer’ questions and one ‘long-answer’ question. All questions are compulsory. Candidate scripts are marked by external examiners appointed by NEBOSH. Unit NCC2 is assessed by a two-hour practical examination carried out in the candidate’s own workplace to test the application of taught health and safety principles in a construction workplace. The assessment must normally be taken within 14 days of a written examination. The practical examination is internally assessed by the course provider.

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Overview

The NEBOSH National Certificate in Environmental management has been designed to provide an introduction to the fundamentals of environmental management and will provide candidates from all sectors of industry with a good solid understanding of environmental management principles.

The course will be of specific interest to UK-based managers, supervisors and employees who are responsible for the management of environmental issues as part of their daily duties.

The certificate focuses on UK law and environmental management systems and will benefit companies seeking to implement such systems effectively, ensuring that line managers have a sound understanding of the principles of managing environmental risk. The NEBOSH Certificate In Environmental Management has been accepted by CIWEM (The Chartered Institution Of Water & Environmental Management) to meet the requirements for technician membership (TECHCIWEM). All holders of the environmental certificate are eligible to apply for membership.


Managers, supervisors and employees, who have responsibility for managing environment issues as part of their day to day duties.

What will be learnt

• Environmental management systems and impact assessments

• Sources and use of energy and energy efficiency

• Control of pollution

• Planning for and dealing with environmental emergencies


The NEBOSH certificate in environmental management consists of two units; each separately assessed:

Unit EC1: management and control of:

• Environmental hazards

• Foundations in environmental management

• Environmental management systems

• Environmental impact assessments

• Control of emissions to air

• Control of contamination of water sources

• Control of waste and land use

• Sources and use of energy and energy efficiency

• Control of environmental noise

• Planning for and dealing with environmental emergencies

• Assessed by a 2 hour written exam

NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental Management6 Day Course + 1 Exam Day

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Unit EC2: environmental practical application:

• Assessed by a 2 hour practical assessment, undertaken in your workplace.


No previous environmental knowledge is required although it should be noted that the assessment includes a requirement to write a short report.

Assessment

Unit EC1 is a taught unit assessed by a two-hour written examination. The examination consists of ten ‘short-answer’ questions and one ‘long-answer’ question. All questions are compulsory. Candidate scripts are marked by external examiners appointed by NEBOSH.

Unit EC2 requires the candidate to carry out an environmental review of a workplace or organisation and produce a justified action plan to improve performance. This practical application must be completed and returned to the course provider by a date determined by them and normally within 10 working day of the exam.

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OverviewThis qualification is designed for those who use substances hazardous to health at work. It introduces substances, he risks and controls available, and outlines what to expect from a control of substances hazardous to health COSHH) assessment. The CIEH (Chartered Institute of Environmental Health) Level 2 Award in the Principles of COSHH has been designed to address the health & safety needs of all sectors.


This course is ideal for any individual who works in an industry that makes use of hazardous substances including:• Manufacturing• Cleaning• Utilities

What will be learnt• Environmental management systems and impact assessments • Sources and use of energy and energy efficiency • Control of pollution• Planning for and dealing with environmental emergencies

Course benefits

For the individuals:• Understand the term ‘substance hazardous to health’• Understand the dangers and potential ill-health caused by hazardous substances• Successfully perform a COSHH assessment to CIEH approved standards• Receive a CIEH

For the employers:• Comply with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002• Qualified staff in COSHH assessments and dealing with potential COSHH issues• Promote health and safety awareness amongst the staff


AssessmentThere is a multiple choice exam that all delegates will be required to pass.

CIEH Level 2 Award in Principles of COSHH1/2 Day Course


Definition and types of substances• What is a hazardous substance?

Health effects of hazardous substances• Knowing what the label says - hazard warning

signs• Occupational health problems• Health surveillance

COSHH assessments and control options• Controlling hazardous substances• The ‘Hierarchy of Control’• Occupational Exposure Limites

COSHH Regulations• Understanding the COSHH Regulations• Control of Substances Hazardous to Health• Regulations 2002• Importance of company policies and procedures

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OverviewManual handling causes over 30% of all reported accidents within the workplace. Approximately 60 million working days are lost in the UK every year due to manual handling related issues. This course has been designed to provide individuals with the knowledge and guidance to carry out manual handling in a safe manner.


This course is ideal for any individual including:• Team Leaders• Managers/Supervisors• General office and shop floor employees

The course will cover• Health and safety law• The manual handling operations regulations• The structure and function of the spine and impact of poor posture• Explain the mechanics of movement such as stability, force and levers• Efficient movement principles, dual lifting• Application of efficient movement principles in a variety of manual handling situations• Training in manual handling techniques• Identify and understand the risks associated with manual handling• Learn to carry out manual handling risk assessments as a practical exercise (T.I.L.E.)• Make recommendations to manage risks• Apply the principles of safer handling to a range of everyday manual handling tasks

Course benefits

For the individuals:• Be able to carry out manually handling to the correct standard• Understand how incorrect lifting techniques can cause injury• Apply practical knowledge in workplace scenarios

For the employers:• Employees receive training that will meet the current legal and regulatory requirements• Assess manual handling operations and implement risk reduction techniques• Promote health and safety awareness amongst employees

Pre-course preparationDelegates are requested to complete a pre-course questionnaire that will be handed to the tutor before the first day of the course. This ensures that the course is delivered to the highest quality and is relevant to delegate’s needs and objectives. Due to the nature of the practical application of this course, delegates are required suitable clothing and footwear.

AssessmentThere is a multiple choice exam that all delegates will be required to pass.

CIEH Principles of Manual Handling1/2 Day Course

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