Entire course list - (Food Hygiene / Health & Safety / Business)

Abrasive Wheels

The use of abrasive wheels is regulated by the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) This Act states that it is a legal requirement for those using potentially dangerous equipment to be appropriately trained. Almost half of all accidents are due to operator error or unsafe systems. This course is an essential requirement for all who use abrasive wheels in the course of their work.

CPD Certified

Accident Reporting (RIDDOR)

The reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013, puts the responsibilities for reporting accidents in the workplace onto the “responsible person”, usually owners, managers and supervisors in the smaller companies. All who report to the HSE (Health and Safety Executive), must know about the changes recently made, what must be reported and how to do it. This is vital knowledge for all employers or who are involved in supervising staff.

RoSPA Approved

Alcohol Licensing Law (England & Wales)

Businesses organisations and individuals who want to sell or supply alcohol in England and Wales, must have a license. This course will help you to understand the law, and to understand the responsibilities of a personal license holder, whether in a permanent property, such as a bar or restaurant or at temporary events.

CPD Certified

Alcohol Licensing Law (Scotland)

In Scotland the sale of alcohol is governed by The Licensing (Scotland) Act of 2005. This course outlines the law as it applies to Scotland and understand how to apply for a license, the mandatory licensing conditions, and the responsibilites of Designated Premises Managers.

CPD Certified

All who are involved with preparing food must understand the dangers of allergens and the importance of correct handling. They must be aware of the 14 main allergens and where they may be used in food. This course is most important and addresses the need for all to be trained in this important topic.

CIEH Approved

Allergen Awareness – Manufacturing

There are between 20 – 30 deaths from anaphylaxis (a serious allergic reaction) in the UK each year, and 6% of children suffer with food allergies. Therefore, it is essential that anyone who works within the food manufacturing industry has a good working knowledge and understanding of these food hazards. This course covers how to handle these foods safely in the production, delivery, storage, preparation, dispatch and sales of food.

CIEH Approved

Anti-Money Laundering

Terrorists require funds, and in order to prevent them benefiting from honest sources, the Money Laundering Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds Regulations 2017 was passed. This course will help those who handle finances to understand the implications of this law and how they can play their part in preventing terrorists receiving funding illegally.

CPD Certified

If your business premises pre-dates 2000, asbestos could be present. If premises need refurbishment or maintenance work, asbestos particles could be disturbed, releasing dangerous particles into the air. Anyone who works in such a building, including anyone carrying out maintenance needs to be aware of how to protect themselves and others.

RoSPA Approved

Bribery Act

Bribery is an offence, but sometimes actions taken without intending harm, could be regarded as bribery. Understanding what could be regarded as bribery may save company officers much heartache and money. This course is an excellent overview of the Act and will help companies stay away from prosecution.

CPD Certified

Bullying & Harassment

A definition of bullying and harassment at work is "unwanted behaviour that makes someone feel intimidated, humiliated or offended." Could this happen in your workplace? This course looks at all aspects of bullying and harassment at work and will help identify where your organisation is falling short or could improve.

CPD Certified

CMD Regulations

The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015) are regulations which apply to all construction projects from beginning to end. This includes small projects, for example maintenance, and large building projects. The course will help all involved in building work to organise safety, in a cost-effective way, and importantly, stay within the law.

RoSPA Approved

Change Management

Change and survive. This is a given for most companies. If we look back 10 or 20 years, you will see how most aspects of business life have changed, and staff must change to meet the new systems, yet for some change can cause unsettlement and anxiety. This course looks at how change can affect people, and help managers plan to establish smooth transitions and happy workers.

CPD Certified

Effective cleaning is a prerequisite for any HACCP system. “Housekeeping and cleaning systems shall be in place which ensure standards of hygiene are maintained at all times and that risk of contamination is minimised”. – Salsa prerequisite controls. This course states clearly the cleaning systems, colour coding, disinfection and other essentials to ensure cleaning is effective.

CIEH Approved

CLP Regulations

From June 1st 2017 all chemicals and mixtures of chemicals on sale must be labelled in accordance with the Classification Labelling and Packaging Regulations (CLP). This has resulted in a change, principally in the use of pictograms, on common substances, such as cleaning fluids. Everyone should understand the changes and be able to recognize the hazard pictograms.

CPD Certified

Communication

Effective communication is essential to any business or company but achieving this is not easy. This course will highlight the barriers to good communication and helps all those who need to communicate with others to do so effectively, whether that be verbal or non-verbal communication.

CPD Certified

Computer Security in the Workplace

Effective communication is essential to any business or company but achieving this is not easy. This course will highlight the barriers to good communication and helps all those who need to communicate with others to do so effectively, whether that be verbal or non-verbal communication.

CPD Certified

Conducting Appraisals

The purpose of an appraisal is to increase motivation. This is a very important task, which could easily have the opposite effect if handled badly. It is extremely important that those who carry out this important task have carefully prepared and follow important rules. This course is essential for all who carry out appraisals in their workplace.

CPD Certified

Confined Spaces

If work has to be carried out in a confined space, it can be hazardous because of the reduced oxygen level, the pressure of fumes, fire, or other, usually foreseeable, risks. This course will help those who work in confined spaces, or those planning the work, to identify the precautions and emergency measures that should be taken to ensure the safety of all.

RoSPA Approved

Conflict Management

With the best will in the world, conflict can arise in any workplace. Handling conflict to achieve a happy outcome is a skill which can be learned and this course is important for all tasked with this important role.

CPD Certified

COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002) requires every work place to analyse those substances used, to decide if any will cause short or long-term health issues to workers. This will form a COSHH risk assessment and this course will help the user to write that assessment.

RoSPA Approved

It is not only strong chemicals that can cause health issues, in the food industry many substances can cause irritation, asthma and worse. All supervisors need an awareness of COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) issues and may be required to write a COSHH risk assessment.

CIEH Approved

Customer Service Essentials

What makes good customer service? This skill, to help customers feel helped, assisted and in all ways positive about the company can make the difference between them returning to do further business or not, ultimately impacting on profits and job security. Learning basic techniques of good customer service is vital for all those who communicate with customers, either face to face or in other ways.

CPD Certified

Dangerous Substance and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations (DSEAR 2002)

These regulations are concerned with protection against the risk of fire, explosion and other dangerous events that could result from the many hazardous substances now commonly used in the workplace. From June 2015 this also covers gasses and substances that may be corrosive to metals. Employers and managers must know these risks in order to control how they are used, stored and handled in the workplace.

RoSPA Approved

Disciplinary & Grievance

In any organisation there may be occasions when a member of staff may need to be interviewed if there is perceived misconduct. The interviewer must be carefully selected and trained to ensure this interview is conducted correctly to ensure a positive outcome. This course is important for those who carry out this type of communication.

CPD Certified

This DSE course is designed in line with the Display Screen Regulations Act (1992). The course helps to educate the user about DSE - for example tablets, touch screen devices, computers, laptops and mobile phones. DSE will inform the learner of the risks associated with use of these devices.

RoSPA Approved

Driving Safety

Many people drive as part of their work as well as the majority who drive to work. In today’s overcrowded roads this is a stressful task, as well as the additional pressures of meeting deadlines, which can cause us to “cut corners” with regard to planning and checks. This course aims to raise awareness of the many hazards which face us whilst driving and encourages us to take a little more time and care to save lives, ours and others.

CPD Certified

E.coli O157:H7 is an extremely toxic pathogenic bacteria found naturally in the guts of all animals. However, if it contaminates the food we eat it can cause severe illness, even acute haemorrhagic diarrhoea which may lead to death. To prevent this, staff must understand the bacteria, how it can contaminate food and how to prevent it making us ill. A vital course for all who prepare food or organise the preparation of food.

CIEH Approved

Electrical Safety Training

Although an everyday commodity, electricity has the potential to cause us injury or even death if used incorrectly. This course will highlight the hazards associated with the use of electricity and help to formulate controls to minimise hazards.

IOSH Bitesize Approved

In our modern world we are becoming aware that our resources are finite and very valuable. In the workplace we must become more aware of waste and a large part of this is wasted energy. Simple methods will help save resources, add to profitability and ultimately save jobs.

RoSPA Approved

Saving energy in the workplace is extremely important and will add to the overall profit and security of a company. The key to ensuring energy saving is the understanding of managers and supervisors which will allow them to encourage and direct efficiencies wherever possible.

RoSPA Approved

This course is designed to educate and raise the user’s awareness of the effects we have on the environment. The training will also cover the key environmental issues found in most companies and businesses.

RoSPA Approved

Equality & Diversity

The Equality Act 2010 protects people from discrimination in the workplace and the wider society. It identified the nine protected categories, such as age, disability, becoming a transexual, marriage or civil partnership, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation. This course is intended to clarify these categories for those within the work area and help those who must be responsible for staff to understand what actions must be taken to develop a fair and inclusive environment.

CPD Certified

Farm Safety

Agriculture and other related industries continue to show very high rates of accidents of all kinds. Health and Safety training is particularly important in farming and should form the basis of all decision making and planning. This course highlights the particular hazards associated with farmers and growers and the associated risks to health. This course is for everyone working within these environments.

RoSPA Approved

Fire can break out in any premises. It is unpredictable and deadly, but by understanding fire safety and taking precautions, the outcomes of fire can be minimised. This course is for those who have the authority to control systems in buildings and those who should follow correct fire prevention systems.

RoSPA Approved

Fire Wardens

Everyone in the workplace should have an understanding of the risks associated with fire, and how to minimise fire risks. However if a fire does start there may be a requirement of designated individuals, armed with greater degree of knowledge, to take control, help to organise others, preventing panic and on occasions to control evacuation. This course is for those individuals identified for this role, to help them act correctly when in an emergency situation.

RoSPA Approved

The start-up and induction package is perfect for people entering a career in food or who are starting a food business. This package consists of any Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate in Catering, Manufacturing or Retail, Health and Safety for Food Workers and Cleaning in the Food Industry online courses.

CIEH Approved

The managers and supervisors package from Train4academy gives you access to the essential courses you need to be a successful supervisor or manager. The package consists of any Level 2 food hygiene certificate in Catering, Manufacturing or Retail, Level 3 Supervising Food Safety, Level 3 Managing HACCP (CPD Certificated), COSHH in the Food Industry, Health and Safety for Food Workers and our Managing Disinfection and Hygiene courses.

CIEH Approved

There are many roles in a catering or hospitality business that do not involve complex food preparation for example waiters, bar or front of house workers. These people require food safety training and this level 1 course is ideal. It can also be used as a starter course for those intending to progress to level 2 or beyond.

CIEH Approved

This course can either be used as a starter course for those intending to move on to the level 2 course, or for staff who only handle low risk or packaged goods. It is simple in delivery but covers the basic requirements of hygiene, food safety, and the importance of following procedures. An excellent induction course. (Available in English, Polish and Hungarian)

CIEH Approved

Not only grocery stores sell food and drink products. Many other outlets now do so, for example, garages and kiosks. These products are usually pre-packed or wrapped, but there is still the same requirement for the staff to be trained. This course is ideal for anyone handling low risk or wrapped foods.

CIEH Approved

Catering, arguably the most diverse from of food handing is constant in its fundamentals, that is, the use of quality ingredients, cooked thoroughly, and protected once cooked. Simple in principle, in fact this is complex, and requires effective training for all staff enabling them to understand and follow the many directives required by internal systems and legislation. This level 2 food hygiene course will meet all legislative and audit requirements, fulfilling your due diligence needs.

CIEH Approved

Available in English, Polish, Russian and Hungarian. Producing good food which creates profit is the essential ingredient for all successful food manufacturing companies and to achieve this, staff must understand quality systems and the importance of food safety. This is the standard training requirement for all key staff, and most retailers require this training as the basic legal starting point when purchasing from a producer.

CIEH Approved

Today’s shoppers are savvy creatures, with less loyalty to brands. To use a business they need a clean, inviting shopping environment with safe food. Training for food retail staff is vital, both to cover mandatory obligations, but also to ensure staff follow best practice through their understanding of what is needed. The level 2 course will meet your requirements for due diligence, whilst covering all the demands of an audit.

CIEH Approved

In any food producing situation, the role of the supervisor is critical. These key staff must be very well trained to establish the very best principles of food safety in a company, instruct their own staff in the correct practical methods, and oversee the required monitoring and recording systems. This level 3 course, written to the highest standards, is entertaining and engaging which helps to make complex subject more accessible. This an invaluable course for all supervisors, managers and staff aspiring to these positions.

CIEH Approved

Food business operators have a legal duty to implement a food safety management system based on HACCP principles. In smaller businesses that may be the owner, or in larger companies, there may be a HACCP team. Anyone involved in implementing HACCP MUST understand what they must do to be compliant.

CIEH Approved

The creation of a HACCP plan for all businesses and companies is the responsibility of owners, managers, and supervisors. To create and keep up to date plan, the complex subject of HACCP must be understood. This level 3 course aims to enable this subject to be understood, in simple steps. The course has full voice over and engaging graphics to make the course enjoyable. Students work at their own pace, making huge savings on long costly classroom courses.

CIEH Approved

Freedom of Information Act

Under the Freedom of Information Act, 2000, the public now have the right to request information from public authorities, and those authorities must publish certain information about their activities. This course will help those who need to understand how this Act works in practice, and how to request information successfully.

CPD Certified

General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) 2018

Technology now impacts all aspects of our lives, from buying goods online to many other ways our data is used to speed up the delivery of goods and services, yet legislation to protect us was not up to date. From May 2018, this new regulation will have massive repercussions for most businesses who deal with data, whether that be simply employees records, or information about customers. Your staff need to know how these changes will impact your business and their communications with others.

CPD Certified

GHS Classification

Today, as we have often heard, we live in a global village. Products and substances produced in one area of the world are distributed throughout, but it became clear in the 1990’s that instructions were not standard. One substance labelled “Toxic” in one country, was not similarly labelled in another. A Globally Harmonized System (GHS) was therefore required. This course will enable those who use chemicals to understand and recognise the GHS labelling system.

RoSPA Approved

It is a legal requirement that all food businesses have a food safety management system in place, based on HACCP principles. Although a HACCP plan, is usually developed by owners, managers and supervisors, its effectiveness is wholly dependent on the staff who operate, monitor and record the system. It is critical that all staff understand HACCP, and the importance of their roles within HACCP. The course will enable this complex topic to be understood and therefore help necessary tasks to be performed correctly.

CIEH Approved

The term HACCP, familiar now to all managers and supervisors in the food industry, is not a familiar term to new starters or many workers. The correct implementation of HACCP principles is however, fundamental to the provision of safe food and to avoid loss of profit or worse. This course will help food workers understand what HACCP is and the role they play in the HACCP system and why their role, perhaps taking readings and temperatures, is so important.

CPD Certified

The simple way to create your HACCP plan for small to medium sized businesses. Legally, all food businesses need an up to date current HACCP plan but this complex topic is confusing. This template provides a step by step toolkit, containing all the basic blank forms required. Simply follow the instructions, fill in the forms, file then with a brief description of your company, and you have your own HACCP plan.

CIEH Approved

Hand-Arm Vibration

If during your work, you're having to occasionally use vibrating machinery or power tools, you are at risk of developing Hand – Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS). This is a medical term which covers damage to the fingers, hands and arms and can lead to tingling, numbness which can eventually become permanent. Understanding the risk associated with the use of vibrating machinery will help you take appropriate action to minimize the effect and control the risks.

RoSPA Approved

Health and Safety for Cleaners

We all clean from time to time, and because it is so common, we often overlook the fact that cleaning is dangerous, from the strong chemicals we use, to risks associated with slips and trips or cleaning at height. All managers must provide a risk assessment covering the cleaning tasks and provide the correct equipment and PPE. This course will highlight the risk associated with this hazardous occupation and enables everyone to stay safe within the law.

RoSPA Approved

The food industry is recognised as one of the most hazardous working environments and has its own risks which cause injury. For example, slips on wet or oily floors, burns from ovens and hot fat and cuts from knives. This health and safety course is written to focus on the hazards of the industry and will meet your legal requirements to train all employees in health and safety. (Available in English and Russian.)

CIEH Approved

Health & Wellbeing

Staying Healthy whilst at work is a key element in maintaining a happy workforce. This course will help all managers and supervisors recognise the importance of health in the workplace, and understand the hazards of stress and musculoskeletal disorders, as well as other health triggers. A course for all in charge of the wellbeing of others.

RoSPA Approved

Hot Weather Conditions

Working outside in hot weather can often lead to heat stress. This can also occur in indoor conditions such as bakeries and kitchens or forges. Water, or salt depletion can lead to weakness, headache, nausea, vomiting, cramps and dizziness. Understanding the problem and potential for illness will raise awareness and it is important that managers and workers take action to prevent the associated risks and devise and follow procedures to prevent and minimise this dangerous workplace hazard.

RoSPA Approved

Information Security

In this digital age, the practice of preventing unauthorised access to the data we require to fuel our systems is critical. Information Security, sometimes shortened to InfoSec, is the general terms for all measures that can be used to protect that data, whether it be digital information or gathered and held by other means. This course discusses those security measures and how to minimise the risks that threaten our systems.

CPD Certified

Innovation

The term 'innovation' has been defined as, 'something original and more effective'. It is the dream of most companies to devise, by innovation, a new way of doing something that will transform old systems or product and thus capture the marketplace. This is linked to but different from 'invention', which is completely new. Protecting innovation is critical in today's business world, and this course will help managers and employers understand the significance of protecting innovations in whatever form they take.

CPD Certified

International Business Travel

In today's global village, it is more and more becoming part of the job to travel, either to business associates, or indeed on sales trips. However, the world is becoming more dangerous, and this course is intended to help those who need to travel to plan and prepare to ensure a safe and successful outcome.

CPD Certified

Introduction to Basel

Basel, stands for the Basel Commitee on Banking Supervision. It is an international committee made up of central bankers from 27 countries in the Eu. This course is intended for Senior Managers, compliance officers and those dealing with banks at a high level, especially those dealing with credit, market risks and managing capital.

CPD Certified

Introduction to Health & Safety Audits

Good health and safety in the workplace is a legal necessity, but how would we really know how effective our systems were without a health and safety audit? This course is intended for those who have the responsibility for carrying our internal health and safety audits, to enable the audit to be comprehensive, fair and effective.

RoSPA Approved

This course has been designed to raise awareness on a variety of health and safety matters. Having a good understanding of health and safety is essential for everyone in the workplace, whether you are an employee, self-employed, a supervisor or a manager. By adopting good health and safety practices, you will help yourself and others work in a safer way.

RoSPA Approved

If you are in a position of management or if you are a 'Duty Holder' then The IOSH Managing Safely Training course is for you. The course aims to provide a broad knowledge base of health and safety subjects alongside safe working systems.

IOSH Approved

The IOSH Working Safely Training course is designed for all who need an initial understanding and working knowledge of health and safety as a subject. It is also a first requirement for individuals who wish to undertake IOSH Managing Safely Training.

IOSH Approved

Laboratory Safety is essential to those individuals who work within laboratories. This Training Course has been designed for individuals in commercial, private and academic settings. The course contains essential information needed for laboratory staff to work safely in hazardous environments.

CPD Certified

Ladder and Stepladder Safety Awareness

The HSE (Health and Safety Executive) say of ladders; “they can be a sensible and practical option for low-risk, short-duration tasks”, yet ladders can be extremely dangerous unless simple precautions and checks are carried out. We all use ladders at home and at work, but this course will help everyone keep safe and avoid unnecessary accidents that could be life changing.

RoSPA Approved

Leadership

What makes a good leader? A leader is one that stands out from the crowd to set a direction, build a vision and encourage others to follow. Every company and organisation needs a good leader, but rarely are they born naturally. Leadership can be learned, and this course is intended to help those aspire to be good leaders to achieve their goals and shine in their various workplace.

CPD Certified

Legionellosis is a collective name for many bacteria, the most serious form of which causes legionnaires disease, a potentially fatal form of pneumonia. The bacteria can live in all natural water sources but thrives where temperatures are warm. For this reason, it can pose a threat to water systems in hotels, schools, care establishments, cooling towers etc. It is now a legal requirement that all landlords understand the dangers of legionella, making this training essential.

CIEH Approved

Lift Truck Safety

Lift trucks are dangerous. When accident statistics are examined, about ¼ of all workplace transport accidents involve lift trucks. Training on the use of lift trucks is essential, and this course will help operations become more familiar with the truck they use, understand the importance of conducting a daily truck inspection and recognise the risks associated with the truck and the operating environment.

RoSPA Approved

Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER)

If your company uses lifting equipment, whether owned by them or not, you are subjected to the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER). LOLER also requires that all equipment is fit for purpose, appropriate, and regularly examined. This course will help managers, owners, and supervisors understand how regulations apply to general workplace; such as offices, shops, hospitals, farms, etc.

RoSPA Approved

Listeria Monocytognes Awareness

Although Listeria bacteria is not the most common source of food infection, it is one of the most deadly, especially with regard to pregnant women and babies. An awareness of this deadly bacteria, its origins and how it infects humans through food, is essential knowledge for all who work in the food industry, or for all those working with pregnancy and early childhood.

CIEH Approved

Lockout/Tagout

In today’s industry, very dangerous machines are frequently used. If these are shut down for repair or maintenance, lockout or tagout is frequently imposed. This is a safety procedure to ensure that these machines are unable to be accidently or otherwise started, causing a threat to safety. This course will help explain these safety procedures and the general promotion of safe systems within the workplace.

RoSPA Approved

Lone Working (Employees)

Many individuals work alone, from night cleaners to care workers, but lone working can present hazards that may involve risk to the individuals. There are also legal aspects to lone working, which are covered by the Health and Safety Act 1974, and The Management of Health and Safety at work Regulations 1999. Understanding the risks to lone workers and minimizing them is an extremely important part of undertaking this type of work, to ensure everyone is safe.

RoSPA Approved

Lone Working (Managers)

Employers are responsible for the health and safety of their employees. Workers also have responsibilities to follow safe systems, but these systems must be carefully planned to minimise the risks posed by working alone. This course will help those responsible for organising lone workers to understand those risks and to be aware of the preventive measures which could be adopted to help their workers stay safe.

RoSPa Approved

It is impossible to produce food safely unless the premises, equipment and utensils are clean and possibly disinfected. This is very important because it is a basic prerequisite for HACCP systems. Owners, managers and supervisors are responsible for ensuring the cleanliness of food production areas. This course covers the science of cleaning and assessing cleanliness. This is a vital course for all who are responsible for food safety in any food company.

CIEH Approved

Manual handling is the moving of loads by pushing, pulling, or lifting when machinery is not involved. Many injuries have been caused by these activities and many can be avoided by using correct techniques. This course has been developed for staff where handling bulky or heavy items manually is involved in their jobs.

RoSPA Approved

Modern Slavery

In today's society, slavery is a hidden cancer, relying on society and oppression. It nevertheless exists and in 2015, The Modern Slavery Act was passed to send the message to anyone involved in this disgusting trade that, if caught, they will be prosecuted and locked up. This course aims to raise the awareness of the signs of slavery bearing in mind that it has been identified to exist most commonly in agriculture, hospitality and construction and manufacturing.

CPD Certified

Moving and Handling People is intended for those who in their daily work, help others to move. Upon completion of this course the user will understand the principles associated with risks and the correct procedures in moving and handling people.

CPD Certified

Noise Awareness

Many work environments are noisy, but how noisy is too noisy? The HSE has estimated that approximately 17,000 people suffer hearing loss because of noise at work, and unfortunately once lost, hearing will never recover. This is an important course which describes simply and clearly the problems and possible solutions to noisy workplaces. This course is suitable for supervisors, managers and those who create systems, and workers who must follow systems.

RoSPA Approved

Office Safety Training is designed to provide office employees with key information on the various potential hazards present in the office environment. It also covers the measures an office worker can take to reduce health and safety risks.

RoSPA Approved

Payment Card Industry (PCI) Awareness

If your business takes payments by credit or debit cards whatever the size of those payments, you will need to comply with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCIDSS). By understanding this important topic and complying with the PICDSS industry-wide standard, you will be protecting both your own company and the general public who use this system of payment. This course covers the requirements of PCI, the security controls and processes and how to comply with PCIDSS. This course is for any worker in organisations where cardholder data is taken, stored, processed or transmitted.

CPD Certified

When looking at preventing or controlling hazards in a work environment the use of PPE is always a last option, but it does have its place. If PPE is worn, it must be worn correctly, be in good condition and be comfortable. If your work systems involve the use of PPE this is an essential course to understand the key issues.

RoSPA Approved

Pest Awareness

Many pests, such as mice, flies, cockroaches etc. pose a health risk by spreading diseases like Salmonella. This is particularly important where food is present, as food must be free of any kind of contamination. This course has been designed to give a basic level of understanding about how insects and some animals can become food safety hazards, especially important in food premises.

CIEH Approved

Pregnancy is not an illness but it does raise issues of welfare in the work situation. This course aims to help managers understand their responsibilities, legal and ethical for their pregnant staff.

RoSPA Approved

In recent years, the rise of IS and the number of terrorist incidents has highlighted UK concerns about radicalisation and extremism in education and other areas of life in the UK. This problem has been addressed by the government’s CONTEST strategy, Prevent and Channel Process. Preventing radicalisation is extremely important and understanding this topic is vital for all those in education, training, or who otherwise come into contact with young or impressionable people.

CPD Certified

Provision & Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER)

The PUWER Regulations pace duties and responsibilities on those who use work equipment whether they own that equipment or not, and on the employees who use the equipment. These tools, often powered by electricity or hydraulics, are often extremely dangerous and must be handled by trained employees who use them carefully and correctly. This course is essential for all who control or operate these types of work tools.

RoSPA Approved

For every task that must be undertaken in the workplace it is a legal requirement that a risk assessment must be completed to highlight any hazards that may be encountered. This course will help those responsible for completing risk assessments to do the task successfully.

RoSPA Approved

Safe Movement of Vehicles

Few modern businesses can operate without the use of vehicles, whether that be cars, vans or fork lift trucks and lorries. Managing those vehicles in what can be restricted spaces is difficult and must start with a risk assessment of the situation. This course will help define the problems concerning vehicle movement and help those responsible to devise safe systems for all to follow.

RoSPA Approved

Serving Alcohol Responsibly

In any food producing situation, the role of the supervisor is critical. These key staff must be very well trained to establish the very best principles of food safety in a company, instruct their own staff in the correct practical methods, and oversee the required monitoring and recording systems. This level 3 course, written to the highest standards, is entertaining and engaging which helps to make complex subject more accessible. This an invaluable course for all supervisors, managers and staff aspiring to these positions.

CPD Certified

Sexual Harassment

I thought I was being flirtatious - How many times in recent months have we read articles where individuals, usually men, have been reported for inappropriate behaviour, or harassment. Were they only flirting? What can be accepted as true is that behaviour which twenty or more years ago was not reported, now it is regarded as completely unacceptable opening wide thisdebate and allowing oxygen into what was previously swept under the carpet. Knowing what is not acceptable behaviour is a requirement for all staff and vital in modern workplaces. This course helps to identify what is appropriate for both sexes and what is not.

CPD Certified

HSE Slips and falls are, according to HSE statistics, responsible for 40% of all accidents reported under RIDDOR. Simple falls can cause serious injuries. This course will highlight the causes of these accidents, which, can usually be preventable. An important course for all in any workplace.

RoSPA Approved

Social Media Use

Social media has within the past few years become massively important. On a social level it has taken over the lives of our young people, but from a business point of view it is also critical to marketing and general exposure. With these benefits a growing downside has developed from fake “one-off” accounts created to fraudulently sell on the web to major security problems. This course aims to analyse social media today, how it can benefit your company and build business but also the responsibilities of those using social media systems.

Spill Prevention & Control

There are many types of liquids that could spill. Some of these are simple such as water. Others are very hazardous, for example blood and body fluids or chemicals; each has its own dangers. Even water on smooth surfaces can cause slip hazards, but in the case of chemicals, fire or even explosion are possible. This course will identify the different types of spillage, common storage, and how to react in the event of a spill. This is important to help any manager or supervisor plan handling methods and emergency procedures.

RoSPA Approved

Steward Training

The definition of stewarding is 'one who handles another's property, finances, or other affairs'. This is most frequently applied in the role of organiser or official in events, such as football matches, exhibitions, or the controlling of a large amount of spectators. This is a very responsible role, and those involved need to be aware of how their actions could impact on the safety and wellbeing of others.

RoSPA Approved

Stress in the workplace is a major cause of ill-health. This course aims to help workers understand and either prevent or manage stress in the workplace.

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The loss of working days through stress is a significant drain on the economy and a potential threat to individual business. This course aims to raise the awareness of the known causes and triggers for stress to help put systems in place that will minimise and control its effects.

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Life as a student can be very enjoyable, but it is not without its hazards. This course aims to identify those hazards and subsequent risks along with the dangers associated with drugs and alcohol.

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Sustainable Development

Sustainable development is the ability to provide the natural resources and systems needed for the economy and society without undermining the stability of natural systems. This course will introduce you to those concepts and will help your organisation to become more sustainable in its existence and development.

CPD Certified

Talent Management

The life blood of any successful company is its staff, and looking to the future, the company needs a supply of talented employees who will take the company forward and reach a new level. These individuals may be already employed, or there may be a need to acquire new talent through hiring additional staff. Retaining those talented individuals once in the company will be key to success and this course will help managers understand the most important facts relating to recruiting, recognising and rewarding talent, for the benefit of all.

CPD Certified

Teamwork

When recruiting for companies, most managers would look for specialists who could develop certain aspects of their role for the greater good of the company. However, the ability to work with others who have different specialised functions is required for every industry and business. This requires teamwork, and this course examines this vital concept and aims to improve the ability to work as a team through the understanding of the key stages in team development.

CPD Certified

Time Management

How is that some managers seem to fit far more productive work into their days than others? The answer is the clever use of their time through time management. This is almost wholly due to their organisational skills, but these skills can be learnt. This course examines strengths and weaknesses, and practical ways to help the individual cope with ever increasing work demands. An important course for supervisors, managers and those wishing to move into these positions.

CPD Certified

Whistleblowing

If, as an employee, you detect any information or practice that is illegal or unethical, the exposure of the information is termed “whistleblowing”. In the US, the protection of the whistleblower is part of the Federal Law. In the UK you are also protected but perhaps not so clearly. This course is intended to explain the legal status of a whistleblower in the UK and where this differs from making a complaint. This is a complex subject under UK Law, and this course will help clarify the benefits of having a whilstleblowing policy, and define who is, and who is not, protected by UK legislation.

CPD Certified

Winter Weather Awareness

In the UK, our weather is varied, in all seasons, and seems to take us unaware causing closures of systems and accidents. We can however, plan and this course will help those responsible for organizing their work, or even planning for a company, to maximise their resources to deal with adverse conditions. It will help managers and workers to ensure the safety of all in severe weather.

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Not only window cleaners and painters work at heights. All industries often require simple maintenance work to be completed at height for example something as simple as changing light bulbs. As an employer, you need to protect your employees and comply with the work at height regulations 2005. This course will enable those who have occasion to use ladders or other equipment to do so safely and follow current legislation.

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Working with Young People

Those of us with experience and understanding in our various work roles are often asked to train or mentor new starters. Dealing with young people is not easy, and we often forget the mistakes we made which give us that experience. Whilst mistakes can be positive, young people are 50% more likely to have an accident at work, and we owe it to all starters to help young people start work safely. This is an important course for all who train or mentor young people.

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Working on computers or other devices for long periods of time can lead to back, arm and shoulder problems. Setting up this equipment correctly can minimise these problems. This course will explain the practical actions which can be taken to minimise hazards.

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Young People at Work

Starting work can be an overwhelming experience. Mostly we are young when we start and lacking in the understanding and experience we need. This course is intended for trainers and new starters, to help recognise the important basics needed immediately and understand what is expected. This is an important induction course which will help new starters fly from early beginnings.

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5s is a Japanese term, which forms part of lean management techniques. Although a simple system, introducing 5s systems can be complex and it is recommended that any company who aim to introduce those systems should use this course to introduce the subject to its staff.

CPD Certified