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Our Financial Compliance and Legal Aid Payments Course provides a brief overview of historical changes and the current regulations. The course will cover what VAT regulations and the SRA Accounts Rules say on legal aid payments and will provide practical advice and tips on how to account for these payments so you adhere to the rules and regulations of the profession. Target Audience This online course is suitable for those in the legal profession who oversees, or is responsible for or involved in accounting for legal aid funds, including, costs lawyers, legal cashiers, COFA, those supporting the COFA, account managers, etc. Resources An information pack including the course slides will be provided to all delegates after the course, which may be useful for ongoing reference. Please note a recording of the course will not be made available. Speaker Sarah Charlton, Consultant, DG Legal Sarah has a BSc (Hons) in Applied Accounting and is a Fellow member of the Association of Chartered and Certified Accountants. Her career spans over 35 years working within the legal sector, fulfilling roles from COFA through to CEO. During her career she has worked with a number of legal regulators, professional bodies and government organisations. Sarah has been a member of the Institute of Legal Finance and Management throughout her career, qualifying as a Fellow member in 2005. Sarah also served as chairperson between 2010-2012 and continues to serve as an Executive Council Member.

  In this training course, you will learn about the various aspects of a CMS, including the compliance policy, compliance culture, compliance risk assessment, operational controls, performance measurements, leadership and commitment, internal audit, management review, and continual improvement. After completing the training course, you can sit for the exam. If you successfully pass the exam, you can gain the 'Certified ISO 37301 Foundation' credential. By gaining this Credential, you can demonstrate that you have the necessary professional capabilities to be part of an ISO 37301 CMS implementation project About This Course   By participating in this training course, you will: Understand the basic compliance management concepts, definitions, and approaches Get acquainted with the ISO 37301 requirements for a compliance management system Develop a general understanding of how an organization can meet the requirements of ISO 37301   Course Agenda   Day 1: Introduction to compliance concepts, CMS, and clauses 4-6 of ISO 37301 Day 2: Clauses 7-10 of ISO 37301 and certification exam Assessment     Delegates sit a combined exam, consisting of in-course quizzes and exercises, as well as a final 40 question, multiple choice type exam on Day 2 of the course. The overall passing score is 70%, to be achieved within the 60 minute time allowance. Exam results are provided within 24 hours, with both a Certificate and a digital badge provided as proof of success.   What's Included?   Certification fees are included in the exam price. Training material containing over 200 pages of information and practical examples will be given to each participant. An attestation of course completion worth 14 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to participants who have attended the training course. In case participant(s) fail to pass the exam, they can retake the exam once for free within 12 months of the initial exam date. Prerequisites   There are no prerequisites to participate in this training course. Accreditation Provided by   This course is Accredited by NACS and Administered by the IECB.

Delegates will develop knowledge of the requirements for the design, installation and commissioning of Fire Detection and Fire Alarm systems within domestic properties in compliance with the requirements of BS 5839-6 and other codes of practice.

Learners will develop knowledge from the FD&FA foundation BS 5839-1 module and/or industry experience and apply this to the installation of FD&FA systems.

The LAA operates a strict compliance regime when it comes to auditing crime lower bills, and mistakes can often result in a Contract Notice, corrective action, and further follow-up activity within 6 months. This course will take you through the various aspects of crime lower billing, with discussions on topics such as what is and is not claimable; how you apply series of offences guidance; what evidence is required to claim a trial fee when a matter is discontinued; how do the LAA audit travel and other disbursement claims (including the rules when instructing an agent); and what evidence must be present on files to avoid any issues on audit. Key aspects of the Crime Contract, Criminal Bills Assessment Manual and Codes Guidance will be included, along with a discussion of common errors that are made; and how to claim non-standard and escape fee matters. Target Audience This online course is aimed at anyone involved in billing Legal Aid Police Station and Magistrates Court matters or managing an LAA Crime Contract. Resources Course notes will be provided to all delegates which may be useful for ongoing reference or cascade training. Please note a recording of the course will not be made available. Speaker Steve Keeling, Consultant, DG Legal Steve joined DG Legal after leaving the Legal Aid Agency in August 2016. In his 17 years at the LAA, he worked in the audit team as both auditor and manager and was a Contract Manager for several years. Steve is also a certified SQM auditor and undertakes audits on behalf of Recognising Excellence as well as running training sessions for the SQM Audit Team periodically.

  Many organizations seek competent auditors to determine whether their policies, procedures, and controls adhere to ISO 37301 requirements. This training course aims to help you complete these tasks successfully and intends to reflect the importance of effective CMS audits. In addition, this training course aims to strengthen your knowledge and skills to plan and carry out CMS audits based on the guidelines for auditing management systems provided in ISO 19011 and the certification process described in ISO/IEC 17021-1.  This training course can potentially qualify you to conduct audits on behalf of conformity assessment bodies. The exercises, quizzes, and case studies provided in this training course are designed to help you practice the most important aspects of a CMS audit: ISO 37301 requirements, auditing principles, tools and techniques used to obtain evidence, leading a team of auditors, conducting interviews with auditee, reviewing documented information, drafting nonconformity reports, and preparing the final audit report. After successfully completing the training course, you can sit for the exam and gain the "Certified ISO 37301 Lead Auditor' credential. This credential validates your professional capabilities and demonstrates that you have the knowledge and skills to audit a CMS based on ISO 37301. About This Course   This training course enables you to: Understand the main concepts of a compliance management system (CMS) and its processes based on ISO 37301 Acknowledge the relationship between ISO 37301 and other standards and regulatory frameworks Understand the auditor's role in planning, leading, and following up on a CMS audit in accordance with ISO 19011 Interpret the requirements of ISO 37301 in the context of a CMS audit Plan an audit, lead a team of auditors, draft nonconformity reports, and follow up on an audit Act with due professional care during an audit Course Agenda Day 1: Introduction to the compliance management system (CMS) and ISO 37301 Day 2: Audit principles and the preparation for and initiation of an audit Day 3: On-site audit activities Day 4: Closing of the audit and the Exam. Assessment     Delegates sit a combined exam, consisting of in-course quizzes and exercises, as well as a final 12 question, essay type exam on Day 4 of the course. The overall passing score is 70%, to be achieved within the 150 minute time allowance. Exam results are provided within 24 hours, with both a Certificate and a digital badge provided as proof of success.       Prerequisites   A fundamental understanding of ISO 37301 requirements (or ISO 19600 guidelines) for a CMS and a comprehensive knowledge of audit principles. What's Included?   Certification fees are included in the exam price. Training material of over 450 pages of information and practical examples. An attestation of course completion worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to participants who have attended the training course. In case of exam failure, the candidate can retake the exam once for free within 12 months following the initial exam date. Who Should Attend?   The ISO 37301 Lead Auditor training course is intended for: Auditors seeking to perform and lead CMS audits Managers or consultants seeking to master the CMS audit process Individuals responsible for maintaining conformity to ISO 37301 requirements in an organization Technical experts seeking to prepare for a CMS audit Expert advisors and compliance officers Accreditation Provided by   This course is Accredited by NACS and Administered by the IECB.

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This training covers two essential aspects: Understanding the highway Code and road safety measures to handle accidents, incidents, and breakdowns. Driver Health and Wellbeing: Understand the impact of physical and mental health on driving performance. Identify early warning signs of fatigue, stress, and other health issues. Learn effective strategies for managing work-life balance and reducing stress. Promote a healthy lifestyle to enhance overall well-being and driving safety. Drivers’ Hours and Working Time Regulations: Master the Rules of the Road Ensure compliance with complex driving and rest regulations. Understand the impact of hours worked on driver safety and well-being. Learn how to effectively manage driving and rest periods, breaks, and exemptions to avoid penalties and protect your business. Join us to enhance your knowledge of the Highway Code and road safety preparedness. Register today to ensure your drivers are well-versed in the rules of the road and equipped to handle unexpected challenges on their journeys. Please review our Terms and Conditions for more information.

Any person who requires the minimum legal requirement to work on air conditioning and refrigeration equipment including air conditioning and refrigeration engineers and technicians, all plant engineers, apprentices, personnel concerned with the recovery, charging or disposal of refrigerants and new comers into the industry. F Gas Regulations training courses are designed for both experienced air-conditioning and refrigeration engineers and also candidates who are looking to cross train and gain qualifications in the air conditioning / refrigeration sector. This F Gas regulations qualification is to meet the legal requirements of EC Regulation 842/2006 (commonly known as the F Gas Regulations). The Certification Schemes are designed for operatives who install, service and repair refrigeration, air-conditioning and heat pump systems, and require the following skills: Safe handling of refrigerant techniques Pipework and Jointing skills Recovery of Refrigerants (restricted to small systems only) Intrusive and non-intrusive leak and performance checking Category 1 covers all aspects of installation, commissioning, servicing, maintenance, recovery and leak checking on all refrigeration, air-conditioning and heat pump systems in accordance with the F-Gas Regulation EC842/2006, regardless of the weight of refrigerant in the system. F Gas regulations Course subjects are: Pressure test and discharge to BSEN378 Charge a blended refrigerant Evaluate system performance to ensure competence (using rule of thumb, temperature, refrigerant state and pressure) Leak test to EC1516/2007 Fabricate and fit brazed and mechanical joints Uphold F-Gas records and log books. Handle refrigerant safely and dispose of rightfully Pressure Regulation compliance All candidates will be able to ensure systems are tight, efficient in their use of energy and meet the F-Gas legal requirement.

Tackle Stress Before It Tackles You! Work-related stress affects 875,000 people every year, and its impacts go beyond the workplace—affecting your mind, body, and personal life. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Join our Stress Management Workshops to: ✔️ Understand the difference between stress and pressure ✔️ Learn the causes of stress in and out of the workplace ✔️ Discover practical coping strategies and build mental resilience These workshops are packed with insights, tools, and strategies to help you take control of your stress levels and improve your well-being—personally and professionally. There are two different ones to choose from - a 2 hour workshop and a 4 hour workshop! Course Contents of 2 hour course: What is Stress Stress versus Pressure Statistics Absenteeism, Presenteeism and Leaveism Workplace Causes of Stress Personal Causes of Stress Short-Term and Long-Term Effects of Stress Coping Strategies Mental Resilience Benefits of this Workshop: In 2022/23. 875,000 people suffered from work-related stress, depression or anxiety The affects of stress are far reaching, affecting one's mind, body, social and personal life Become more aware of what stresses you, what is does to you and find ways to reduce those stress levels