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Course Overview This course provides a comprehensive introduction to European Medical Device Regulations (EU MDR), offering learners essential knowledge on the regulatory framework that governs medical devices in the European market. It covers the key components of the EU MDR, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations, and highlights the importance of quality systems and reporting requirements. Through this course, learners will gain a solid understanding of how to navigate and implement these regulations in their professional practice. This course is ideal for individuals seeking to expand their expertise in medical device regulation and is invaluable for those aiming to work within the medical device industry in Europe. Course Description The "Essentials of European Medical Device Regulations" course delves into the critical aspects of the EU MDR, including its foundational components, regulatory compliance, and the reporting and identification requirements for medical devices. Learners will explore the essential guidelines for ensuring quality systems are in place to maintain product safety and regulatory compliance. With a focus on practical scenarios and real-world applications, this course equips learners with the necessary skills to interpret and implement these regulations effectively. The course is designed for professionals looking to enhance their understanding of medical device regulations within the European market, offering in-depth insights into the key elements of the EU MDR and its impact on the industry. Course Modules Module 01: Overview to European Regulations on Medical Devices Module 02: Essential Components of EU MDR Module 03: Reporting Requirements and Identification Module 04: Quality System in Medical Device Regulation (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to understand European medical device regulations. Professionals aiming to enhance their regulatory compliance expertise. Beginners with an interest in the medical device industry. Regulatory professionals in the healthcare and life sciences sector. Career Path Regulatory Affairs Specialist Compliance Manager in the medical device industry Quality Assurance Manager Medical Device Consultant European Market Access Manager

Course Overview: The "Conveyancing - Online Diploma" offers a comprehensive introduction to the legal process of property transactions. This course covers key aspects of conveyancing, including property law, standard transactions, and taxation issues. It equips learners with essential knowledge in legal documentation, the law of contract, and landlord-tenant relations. Upon completion, learners will have developed a solid understanding of the conveyancing process, enabling them to pursue career opportunities within the legal sector or enhance their current roles. The course provides learners with a robust foundation in property law and conveyancing practices, ensuring that they are well-prepared for real-world applications in the field. Course Description: This online diploma course covers a wide range of topics crucial for understanding the conveyancing process. Learners will explore key fundamentals, including property law, the law of contract, and landlord-tenant relations. The course will also delve into the practical aspects of property transactions, such as preparing legal documents, understanding accounting procedures, and staying updated with land registry regulations. As learners progress, they will deepen their understanding of standard conveyancing transactions and taxation issues relevant to conveyancers. The course is designed to provide learners with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the complexities of property law and successfully manage conveyancing processes within a legal or professional setting. Course Modules: Module 01: Introduction to Conveyancing Module 02: Key Conveyancing Fundamentals Module 03: Property Law & Conveyancing Practice Module 04: Land Registry Updates and Law Module 05: Law of Contract Module 06: Landlord and Tenant Module 07: Standard Conveyancing Transactions Module 08: Understanding Accounting Procedures for Conveyancing Transactions Module 09: Preparing Legal Documents Module 10: Taxation Issues for Conveyancers (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to start a career in conveyancing. Professionals aiming to deepen their knowledge of property law. Beginners with an interest in property law and conveyancing. Individuals wanting to work in legal support roles within real estate. Career Path: Conveyancer Property Lawyer Legal Assistant in Real Estate Paralegal in Property Transactions Real Estate Legal Consultant

Course Overview The Interior Design Diploma offers an insightful exploration of the key principles, styles, and elements that shape interior spaces. This course is designed to equip learners with the foundational knowledge required to understand and apply interior design concepts. Learners will explore various design styles, colour theory, space planning, and materials used in interior design, empowering them to create aesthetically pleasing and functional spaces. By the end of this course, learners will have developed a comprehensive understanding of interior design that can be applied in various contexts, whether residential, commercial, or hospitality design. Course Description Throughout the Interior Design Diploma, learners will delve into a wide range of topics including popular interior design styles, design principles, colour theory, space planning, and the use of textiles and fabrics. The course is structured to provide learners with a solid understanding of how to approach interior design projects from concept to completion. Learners will gain skills in creating visually appealing and functional spaces that align with client needs and preferences. They will also explore how to stage and style interiors, ensuring spaces are both attractive and practical. By the end of the course, learners will have the expertise to design effective interior spaces across multiple design sectors. Course Modules Module 01: Popular Interior Design Styles and How to Use Them Module 02: Design Principles and Elements in Interiors Module 03: Introduction to Colour in Interiors Module 04: Introduction to Space Planning in Interiors Module 05: Textiles and Fabrics for Interiors Module 06: Styling and Staging Interior Spaces (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to develop a career in interior design. Professionals aiming to expand their design knowledge and skills. Beginners with an interest in creating beautiful and functional interiors. Anyone looking to transform their personal or professional space. Career Path Interior Designer Residential Designer Commercial Space Planner Event Designer Property Staging Specialist Set Designer

Course Overview This Barista Training course provides a comprehensive introduction to the essential skills and knowledge required to excel in coffee making. Learners will gain a deep understanding of the coffee industry, from the basics of coffee beans to advanced espresso techniques. The course covers key areas such as machine operation, grinding, milk frothing, and latte art, equipping students with the confidence and competence to perform in a variety of coffee-related settings. Whether you're aiming to work in a café or enhance your skills for personal interest, this course offers valuable insights into the world of coffee. Course Description The Barista Training course is designed to provide learners with a solid foundation in coffee-making, starting with the origins of coffee beans and their journey to your cup. Topics include the operation of espresso machines and grinders, understanding the mechanics of espresso brewing, and perfecting the art of milk frothing and latte design. Learners will also explore menu creation and the essential skills required to manage the bar area. By the end of the course, students will have a clear understanding of the barista role and will be able to create a variety of espresso-based drinks, ensuring a top-quality coffee experience. This course offers both theoretical knowledge and practical expertise for anyone looking to build a career or deepen their knowledge of coffee culture. Course Modules Module 01: Introduction to Coffee Module 02: Espresso Machine Module 03: Espresso Grinder Module 04: Introduction to Espresso & Espresso Mechanics Module 05: Let's Wrap Up Module 06: Milk Frothing Module 07: Latte Art Module 08: Menu Module 09: Behind The Bar (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to pursue a career in the coffee industry. Professionals aiming to improve their barista skills. Beginners with an interest in learning about coffee making. Coffee enthusiasts looking to develop a deeper understanding of brewing techniques. Career Path Barista Coffee Shop Manager Café Owner Espresso Specialist Coffee Trainer

The aim of this programme is to provide current / prospective senior project managers with an in-depth review of the role and importance of project management in the organisation. It focuses on the strategic role of the project manager and aims to draw out the full scope of the role and how it impacts on project performance. The five key objectives of this programme are to enable the participants to: Identify the characteristics and attributes needed by project managers in ensuring the organisation is recognised as an industry leader in delivering successful projects Understand the full scope and impact of the project manager / leader's role in managing projects or programmes to maximise benefit to the business Define the hallmarks and skills required to manage significant business projects or project portfolios Develop an understanding of the skills required and their impact on the project through case study work and syndicate exercises Benefit from an effective forum for exchanging experience and fostering a sense of team spirit and mutual support between senior project managers DAY ONE 1 Introduction (Course sponsor) A vision of future opportunities and challenges The impact of project managers / leaders on future success 2 The determinants of success The contractor's perspective The client's perspective Success and failure: factors that determine the project outcome The impact of the project manager 3 Case study: Project Giotto How successful was this project? What were the primary factors that influenced the outcome? How relevant are these factors to current projects? Feedback and review 4 Project team exercise A practical exercise demonstrating the role of the project manager in managing the interfaces between the client, the project team and suppliers Review - what skills are required to be a 'world class' project manager? 5 The role of the Project Manager The role and skills of the 'world class' project manager The three key dimensions of effective project leadershipManaging influential stakeholdersManaging project performanceManaging the project team Project leadership skills appraisal (individual review) DAY TWO 6 Managing influential stakeholders Project management and the art of leadership Who are the influential stakeholders and how do they affect the project? What we need to do / not do, to build successful working relationships 7 Case study: Understanding the customer What are the likely problems the project manager will encounter? What should the project manager do to ensure an effective partnership? 8 Managing project performance Issues affecting commercial performance Joining up the project life-cycle: getting performance from inception to closure The roles of project manager, line manager and project sponsor 9 Project team exercise: Making the promise / delivering the promise An exercise demonstrating the commercial and team leadership skills needed by the project manager Review - what must the project manager do to optimise project performance? 10 Managing multi-functional project teams The challenges of building effective, multi-functional project teams Co-ordinating work across functional and organisational boundaries Maintaining strategic focus and balancing priorities 11 Making it happen Individual action planning Syndicate discussion 12 Course review and transfer planning (Course sponsor present) What will we do differently? How will we make it happen? Conclusion

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours Overview VMware vSphere: What's New [V8] https://lms.nhcms.neYou will learn essential Terraform concepts including: Writing Terraform HCL code Deploying into common clouds such as AWS, Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, and VMWare Where Terraform fits in the Enterprise CI/CD model Differences between Terraform and Ansible As enterprises seek to deploy and maintain increasingly complex cloud infrastructure, there is a necessity to use ?Infrastructure as Code? (IaC) tools, like Terraform. An open-source, state management tool developed by HashiCorp, Terraform allows developers to use a common coding interface to work through their various clouds safely and efficiently. Attendees will leave being able to write and understand Terraform code (HCL), have a clear understanding of Terraform?s various components and supporting tools, as well as when to reach for Terraform over another IaC tool, such as Ansible. This class prepares you for Terraform Certifcation. Up and Running with Terraform Terraform Overview Defining ?declarative? How to think about Terraform (versus Ansible) Reviewing the Terraform Configuration Running the Terraform Configuration Provisioners Syntax Low Level? HCL syntax Style Conventions Comments Blocks Arguments JSON Configuration Syntax Resources Meta-Arguments depends_on count for_each provider lifecycle Data Sources Variables and Output Input Variables Output Values Local Values Functions String Collection Numeric Encoding Filesystem Date and Time Hash and Crypto IP Network Type Conversion Modules Module Blocks Module Sources Meta Arguments Terraform Templates templatefile Function Template Demonstration Introducing Data Sources Creating an External Data Source Building tftpl template files Expressions Types and Values Strings and Templates Reference to Values Operators Function Calls Conditionals For Expressions Splat Expressions Dynamic Blocks Type Constraints Version Constraints State Understanding the importants of states state storage and locking importing existing resources Remote State What to do when local state is lost CICD Piplines with Terraform Terraform and GitLab pipelines Terraform and Jenkins pipelines Enterprise Case Studies Terraform and Docker Terraform and Kubernetes Terraform and Amazon AWS Terraform and Azure Terraform and VMWare Understanding how to apply Terraform to your unique infrastructure Beyond Basics Intro to Go Programming Terraform Cloud Additional HashiCorp Offerings Backends Secrets Additional course details: Nexus Humans Terraform 101 training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the Terraform 101 course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for Programmers Application DevelopersSystem Architects Network ArchitectsNetwork Security Architects IT Professionals w/programming experience Overview Those who attend the Ethereum Development course and pass the exam certification will have a demonstrated knowledge of:An excellent overall understanding of the Ethereum architecture and Solidity language.All functional components (including smart contracts) required to develop an Ethereum Blockchain.The understanding of how to instantiate an Ethereum application on the network.An in-depth understanding of how transactions are created and implemented on an Ethereum network. This 3 day instructor-led course is designed for programmers and developers who want to take a comprehensive deep dive in writing smart contracts and building applications that interact with them. This course provides detailed overviews of Ethereum, smart contracts, and the development language, Solidity. The student will be exposed to Ethereum?s adaptable feature set which allows the developer to design decentralized applications for countless applications. Students will also participate in hands-on programming lab sessions to learn, develop, and advance their skills in Ethereum development. The Ethereum Development Training Course is designed for those seeking an in-depth understanding and development experience of the Ethereum Blockchain platform. Students will participate in approximately 50% programming lab time providing practical experience, enhancing their knowledge and existing skill set. What is Blockchain and Smart Contracts? What is Blockchain and how does it work? Bitcoin vs Ethereum Smart Contract How you can use Smart Contracts? Advantages of Smart Contracts Solidity LAB TASK Types of Variables in Solidity Public and Private Code Public Variables and Functions Private Variables and Functions Internal Functions External Functions Smart Contract Constructors Constant Variables Setting Variables LAB CHALLENGE Smart Contracts With WEB3.JS LAB Installing & Running the Ethereum TestRPC Installing Web3.js Changing the Environment in Remix Creating the UI Using Web3.js to Connect & Interact with the Smart Contract SOLUTION LAB CHALLENGE Smart Contract Events With WEB3.JS AIM LAB The Current Contract Defining the Smart Contract Event Updating the UI LAB CHALLENGE Functions, Mappings and Structs THEORY Functions Mappings Structs LAB The Smart Contract Creating a Modifier Using the Modifier Web3 UI?s Modifier Handling LAB Creating a Struct Creating the Mapping Map Addition Get from the Mapping The Full Contract Count from Map LAB CHALLENGE Inheritance and Deployment THEORY Object-oriented programming Inheritance LAB Current Contract Creating a Base Contract Changing from Strings to bytes Continuing the Project Installing MetaMask Deploy Contract to the Ropsten Test Network LAB Update the HTML Form Update the JavaScript Using the App LAB CHALLENGE Embark Framework and It's Deployment Blockchain (Ethereum) Decentralized Storage (IPFS) Decentralized Communication Web Technologies LAB Installing Embark Framework Hello World with Embark Framework First Contract Deployment with Embark Framework Solidity Smart Contracts Testing THEORY What is Software Testing? LAB LAB CHALLENGE Contracts Management With Factories THEORY Factory LAB LAB CHALLENGE IPFS Files Hosting THEORY IPFS FILES HOSTING LAB 1. Get your hosting server 2. Install IPFS on the Server LAB CHALLENGE End to End Development of DAPP AIM LAB Setup the Project Program the Smart Contract Create the Front-end of the application Deploy the App with IPFS LAB CHALLENGE

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for Authors Overview Please refer to course overview This course provides authors with an introduction to build reports using Cognos Analytics. Techniques to enhance, customize, and manage reports will be explored. Activities will illustrate and reinforce key concepts during this learning opportunity. What is IBM Cognos Analytics - Reporting The Welcome page Consume report content Interactive filtering Working with reports Dimensionally modeled relational dataUse personal data sources and data modules Upload personal data Upload custom images Using navigation paths in a data module Examine list reports Group data Format columns Include headers and footers Aggregate fact data Identify differences in aggregation Multiple facts and repeated information Use shared dimensions to create multi-fact queries Present repeated information Add repeated information to reports Create a mailing list report Create crosstab reports Add measures to a crosstab Data sources for a crosstab Create complex crosstab reports Add items as peers Create crosstab nodes and crosstab members Work with crosstab data Format, sort, and aggregate a crosstab Create discontinuous crosstab reportsCreate visualization reports Visualization categories Customize visualizations Client side visualizations Enhanced map visualizations Focus reports using filters Create filters to narrow the focus Use advanced detail filters Apply a filter with aggregation Use summary filters Focus reports using prompts Examine parameters and prompts Create a parameter for a report item Add a prompt page Add a prompt item to a report Identify a prompt type Create a cascading prompt Use calculations What are calculations Add Date and Time functions Add string functions Display prompt selections in report titles Customize reports with conditional formatting Three steps for conditional formatting Create a variable Assign the variable to a report object Format based on the conditional value Conditionally render report objects Drill-through definitions Navigate to related data Enhance report layout View the structure of a report Use Guided report layout Force page breaks Create horizontal pagination Modify the report structure Format objects across reports Use additional report-building techniques Enhance a report design Add objects to reports Convert a list to a crosstab Explore reuse Additional course details: Nexus Humans B6258 IBM Cognos Analytics - Author Reports Fundamentals V11.1.x training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the B6258 IBM Cognos Analytics - Author Reports Fundamentals V11.1.x course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for Ideal candidates include network professionals who are looking to build their foundational knowledge of the ClearPass product portfolio. Overview After you successfully complete this course, expect to be able to: Implement a ClearPass network access solution Design and apply effective services and enforcement in ClearPass Troubleshoot a ClearPass solution This course provides participants the foundational skills in Network Access Con-trol using the Aruba ClearPass product portfolio. This 5-day course includes both instructional modules and labs to teach participants about the major fea-tures in the ClearPass portfolio. Participants will learn how to setup ClearPass as an AAA server, and configure the Policy Manager, Guest, OnGuard and Onboard feature sets. In addition, this course covers integration with external Active Directory servers, Monitoring and Reporting, as well as deployment best practices. The student will gain insight into configuring authentication with ClearPass on both wired and wireless networks. Introduction to ClearPass BYOD High Level Overview Posture and Profiling Guest and Onboard AAA Policy Service Rules Authentication Authorization and Roles Enforcement Policy and Profiles External Devices Network Access Devices Messaging Services External Context Servers Endpoint Profiling Introduction to profiling Profiling collectors External collectors and profilers Roles and Enforcement Services Enforcement ClearPass roles Configuring Services Service selection rules Creating services Configuring Web Services Content Manager Skins Web page editor Guest Authentication Captive portal process Web logins Guest accounts Guest access with MAC authentication Guest Access Self-Registration Self-registration experience Configuring self-registration Self-registration process Wired Authentication Wired access Wired enforcement Profiling on wired ports Downloadable User Roles Requirements for DUR DUR enforcement profiles Dynamic Segmentation What is Dynamic Segmentation? How it works Configuring Dynamic Segmentation OnGuard Configuration Postures Posture policies OnGuard Agent Monitoring OnGuard OnGuard in Enforcement OnGuard workflow OnGuard enforcement Onboard Provisioning Configuring certificate authorities Portal setup Configuring services Onboard Administration Managing certificates Managing users and devices Certificate revocation and OCSP Administrative Operations Licenses Certificates Updates and upgrades Gathering logs ClearPass Cluster Cluster structure Policy Manager zones High availability Administrative Access Admin access to NADs Admin access to Policy Manager Guest operator logins Insight Reports Alerts Reports Administration Additional course details: Nexus Humans Aruba ClearPass Configuration training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the Aruba ClearPass Configuration course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

A flexible, modular-based, programme to heighten participants' awareness of ways in which their operations can affect the environment, the principles of environmental management and the practical steps they need to take as individuals and as an organisation to improve environmental performance. Depending on the course modules selected, this programme will give participants: Increased awareness of relevant environmental issues A greater understanding of, and commitment to, the organisation's environmental management programme Preparation for any responsibilities they may have under an Environmental Management System Further benefits according to options chosen 1 Environmental awareness Definition of 'the environment' Key environmental issuesGlobal warmingOzone depletionAcid rainAir qualityWater pollutionContaminated landLand take and green belt shrinkageResource usageHabitat destruction and species extinctions. Option: This module can be used to explain the key environmental issues related to the activities of your own organisation. Diagrams, photos, pictures, examples and statistics relevant to your own organisation are used where possible to illustrate the points being made. 2 Environmental legislation Key elements of environmental legislation affecting the activities of your organisation - including international, European and UK legislation. Legislation of particular relevance to your organisation - how it affects the operations of your organisation Option: Legislation can be dealt with according to which aspect of the environment it protects (eg, air, water, waste) or which part of your organisation's activities it affects Consequences of breaching legislation 3 Environmental management systems Overview of what an environmental management system isHow is an Environmental Management System (EMS) designed and put together?Key elements (emphasising Plan - Do - Check - Review cycle)The need to continually improve Pros and consReasons for having an EMSBenefits of an EMSConsequences of not managing the environmentCosts of installing an EMS Explanation of ISO 14001 and EMAS standards and guidance as applicable to the EMSs of your organisationOverview of your organisation's EMSHow it was set up / is being developed / operatesWho is responsible for itKey parts of system (eg, environmental policy, objectives and targets) identified and discussedEMS documentation - what and where it is. Workshop option: Brainstorm 'Pros and cons' with the participants, come up with all their ideas for good and bad things about EMS and demonstrate that the 'good' list is longer than the 'bad' 4 Environmental consequences Define what an environmental impact is and discuss how they are determined, with reference to the EMS Identify why we want to determine the environmental consequences of operations and activities; how they are used in the EMS for planning, and reducing the impact on the environment Establish key environmental consequences of construction and operational activities on the site; discuss significance ranking and the control measures in place in your organisation. Workshop option: In small groups, participants are asked to identify the impact on the environment of your organisation's activities or a part of their activities. They are then asked to rank these impacts in terms of their significance, using guidelines provided to help them be aware of the contributing factors (eg, frequency, severity). For a selected number of the impacts, the participants are asked to identify what control measures there are and which of these they play a part in. All stages can be discussed with trainers as a whole group at various stages during the workshop. 5 Protected species, nature conservation and invasive weeds Nature conservation, landscape and visual issues in the planning process - overview of key nature UK wildlife legislation, EIA, appropriate timing of surveys, Hedgerow regulations and landscape and visual impact issues Ecological issues - ecological legislation, significant species, hedgerows Archaeology in the development process - why archaeology is important, organisation in the UK, legislation and planning guidance Construction phase issues and consents - major environmental issues during construction, including water resources and land drainage consents, discharges to land or water, water abstraction, public rights of way, tree protection, waste management, Special waste, noise, good practice pollution control and Environmental Audits Identification and management of invasive weeds - including legal position regarding management 6 Chemicals and fuels handling and storage How health and safety management is closely linked to environmental management of materials Planning - what mechanisms are in place for planning materials use; legislation, guidance and policies which define how to manage materials Materials storage - what are the considerations for storing materials, covering:Labels: what are the different types and what do they tell us?Storage facilities: what are the requirements for safe storage of materials (eg, signs, secondary containment, access, segregation, lids/covers)Handling: safe handling for protecting the environment, organisational procedures, high risk situations (eg, decanting, deliveries), how to reduce the risks (eg, use of funnels, proper supervision, training)COSHH and MSDS: brief explanation of legislation and its role in environmental control of hazardous materials, how to use the information provided by COSHH assessments Option: These sessions can be illustrated with photographs/pictures and examples of good and bad storage and handling practices Workshop Options: Labelling Quiz - quick-fire quiz on what different labels tell us; Build a Storage Facility - participants are asked to consider all the environmental requirements for building a safe storage facility for their organisation 7 On-site control measures Overview of the legislation associated with nuisance issues on site and mitigating problems when they arise Examples of bad practice, including fuel storage tanks and mobile equipment - costs involved with prosecution of fuel spills, remediation costs, management costs, legal fees, bad PR coverage Identification and management of contaminated land and relevant legislation Workshop option: Participants are provided with a site plan containing information on site features, environmental conditions and indications of potential issues 8 Waste management Why worry about waste? - a look at how waste disposal can impact on the environment, illustrated by examples of waste-related incidents, statistics on waste production on national, industry-wide and organisational levels, landfill site space, etc Legislation - overview of the relevant legislation, what the main requirements of the regulations are, what penalties there are, and the associated documentation (waste transfer notes) Waste classification - a more in-depth look at how waste is classified under legislation according to hazardous properties, referring to Environment Agency guidance Handling and storage requirements - what are the requirements of the applicable waste legislation and how are they covered by organisational procedures? Examples of good and bad environmental practice associated with handling and storing waste. Workshop option: 'Brown bag' exercise - participants pass round a bag containing tags each with a different waste printed on. They are asked to pick out a tag and identify the classification and the handling, storage and disposal requirements for the waste they select Waste minimisation - overview of the waste minimisation 'ladder' and its different options (elimination, reduction, reuse and recycling), benefits of waste minimisation, examples of waste minimisation techniques Workshop option: Participants are asked to identify opportunities that actually exist within the organisation for minimising production of waste that are not currently being taken advantage of 9 Auditing Requirements for environmental auditing of operations Auditing the EMS Types of internal and external audits Requirements EMS standards (ISO 14001 and EMAS) Carrying out internal audits and being prepared for external audits Workshop options:Mock audit 'Brown Bag' - can be used either for trainers to test participants as if they were in an audit situation, or for the participants to test each other and practice their auditing technique. The bag contains tags each with a different topic printed on (eg, waste skips); participants pass the bag round and select a tag; they are then questioned by the trainer or another participant about that topic as if they were in an audit situation. If the participants are auditing each other, they will be provided with a set of guidelines to keep in mind during the workshop.Virtual auditing - a more practical workshop where participants review photographs of situations/activities relevant to the organisation's operations. They are asked to identify all the good and bad environmental practices that are occurring in the situations. 10 Incident response What should you do when an incident does happen? What should be in a spill kit? When should you call in the experts? When should you inform the Environment Agency or Environmental Health Officer? Workshop option: The participants are provided with some incident scenarios and asked to develop a response to the incident 11 Monitoring and reporting Environmental monitoring programmes and procedures Monitoring and reporting as control measures for environmental consequences Monitoring and environmental 'STOP' card systems - personal and behavioural monitoring and reporting