This qualification is ideal for those already working, or preparing to work within industry wishing to become a First Aider in the workplace for the purposes of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 and the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 1982. Topics covered include: the roles and responsibilities of the First Aider, CPR, Using a defibrillator, assessing an incident, recognising signs and symptoms of injury and illness, assisting a casualty who is suffering from major injury and illness, chest injuries, spinal injuries and anaphylaxis. How long will it take me to achieve this qualification? This is a 3 credit qualification, with a guided learning hour’s value of 24 and it has a minimum contact time of 18 hours, which is typically delivered via a 3 day course. For those retraining, the course time can be reduced to 2 days. How is the qualification assessed? Learners must undertake a practical assessment of their competence along with a short open response knowledge assessment, where learners are required to provide a short response to a prescribed series of questions. What next? In line with guidance provided by the HSE, the qualification supports/approves work place first aiders for a period of 3 years, after which point learners will need to retake the course. In addition to this, it is also recommended that learners refresh their knowledge annually. Cost – £179.00 per delegate. (including refreshments, certificates and workbooks) Get in touch via the contact us page for up and coming dates. Why not use your place of work and let us take the burden of travelling away from you.
SSSTS The CITB SSSTS course is an accredited Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme for the construction site supervisor, these are generally referred to as SSSTS training courses. The supervisors safety training scheme is now a requirement set out by the major contractors group for all supervisors who will be working on their sites. Construction skills and health and safety need to go hand in hand and made a priority to encourage improved work skills and reduced accidents and injuries. On the 2 day SSSTS training course the main focus will be on: THE IMPORTANCE OF RISK ASSESSMENTS IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY THERE IS A FOCUS ON HOW TO IMPLEMENT CONTROL MEASURES ON SITE AND HOW TO USE COMMUNICATION TO ENSURE THE SITE REMAINS SAFE FOR EVERYONE MONITORING THE CONTROL MEASURES AND WORK ACTIVITIES ENSURING THAT THE WORK IS CARRIED OUT CORRECTLY AND SAFELY Delegates attending CITB SSSTS courses and who successfully complete will receive a SSSTS certificate to show that they are able to help supervise in the construction industry and have understanding when it comes to health and safety in the work place. During the course the main topics of the syllabus are: THE HEALTH AND SAFETY ACTS, REGULATIONS APPROVED CODES OF PRACTICE AND GUIDANCE NOTES THE HEALTH AND SAFETY LEGAL SYSTEM CAUSES, TYPES AND THE NUMBERS OF CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENTS RISK ASSESSMENTS IN ALL MANNER OF CONSTRUCTION CIRCUMSTANCES The concise SSSTS courses will provide you with the skills to: IDENTIFY PROBLEM AREAS FOUND IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY UNDERSTAND AND APPRECIATE PROACTIVE AND REACTIVE MONITORING PERFORM RISK ASSESSMENTS AND RECOGNISE THE IMPORTANCE OF METHOD STATEMENTS HAVE AN UNDERSTANDING OF THE WAY THE HEALTH AND SAFETY LAWS ARE STRUCTURED LEARN SKILLS NEEDED TO PERFORM ON SITE INDUCTIONS, METHOD BRIEFS AND TOOLBOX TALKS CITB SSSTS Courses at a Glance The SSSTS training course is designed for first line mangers looking to continue or take on a supervisory role within the construction industry. The course takes place over two days and will teach health and safety skills needed to maintain a safe site. A thirty minute multiple choice examination will follow the training. Upon successful completion of the SSSTS training the candidate will be awarded with the CITB Site Supervisory Safety Training Certificate. Further Development Successful candidates can go on to complete the 5 day site managers safety training scheme SMSTS course designed for site managers and supervisors.
City and Guilds level 2 Award in Entrant and Entry Controller for Confined Spaces (Medium Risk) - 6160-09 - This course is designed to provide delegates that need to enter confined spaces and hazardous areas with an in-depth understanding of the Legal requirements and the associated legislation, hazard identification and suitable control measures. Book via our website @ https://www.vp-ess.com/training/confined-spaces/6160-09-city-and-guilds-level-2-award-in-entrant-and-entry-controller-for-confined-spaces-(medium-ri/ or via email at: esstrainingsales@vpplc.com or phone on: 0800 000 346
Introduction: “Co-ordinating the temporary works process” This two day course is designed to assist those on site who have responsibility for managing all forms of temporary works. It is also designed to give confidence to senior management and those who engage contractors have reached an assessed standard of knowledge. The course has the support of a number of organisations: Temporary Works Forum CECA, UKCG, HSE and FMB. The support of these organisations offers transferability of the course within industry.Temporary works are usually safety and business-critical and require careful co-ordination. An accepted way of achieving this is through the adoption of the management process outlined in BS5975, which introduces the temporary works co-ordinator (TWC) as a key figure. This course explains the role and the overall management context within which it sits.High risk can occur on small as well as larger sites hence understanding the essentials of good safety risk management, as outlined in BS5975, is relevant for projects of all sizes. This course will give the delegate thorough knowledge of the Temporary Works Co-ordinator role however this does not alone make a delegate competent, as this requires other attributes e.g. experience. Aims and Objectives: This course is not a temporary works awareness course. It is only concerned with the process of co-ordination of temporary works, commonly expressed through the role of the Temporary Works Co-ordinator. Attendance does not confer competency as a Temporary Works Co-ordinator.The course gives emphasis, throughout, to: – The importance of communication, co-ordination, co-operation and competency. The ‘4Cs’. – Risk management: safety and also business relatedAllowing the Temporary Works Co-ordinator (TWC) to: – Understand the need for and duties of a TWC – Understand the role of others – Have a detailed knowledge and understanding of BS5975 in respect of this role. Assessment: The method of assessment will be by multiple-choice questions at the end of the course as well as being expected to be interactive during the course.Course Attendance:Delegates are required to attend both sessions, since without full attendance and achievement in the examination the Temporary Works Co-ordinator Training Course cannot be made.Delegates must attend the days in order and, where not on consecutive days, must complete the course within two weeks. Delegates unable to attend both days due to extenuating circumstances (e.g. certificated sickness) will need to enrol onto a new course in order to maintain continuity of learning outcomes and attend both days again. It is expected that experienced and competent Temporary Works Co-ordinators will attend this course. Competence comes from a mixture of education, training and experience and should be judged by an appropriate senior individual, usually referred to as the Designated Individual (DI). Training is considered an essential element of Temporary Works Co-ordinator competence. Background Publications: This course, including its group work and exercises, is constructed around BS5975:2008 +A1:2011. For Open Courses Delegates should bring a copy with them in order not to be significantly disadvantaged. For in house courses it is expected that the Tutor will tailor the course around the organisation procedures,providing they are comprehensive and follow the philosophy of BS5975. In these cases delegates will need a copy of their own procedures. In the absence of adequate procedures delegates will need a copy of the BS itself.Although the following is not mandatory, delegates may find the following useful– BS EN12811-1:20031 Temporary works equipment. Scaffolds. Performance requirements and general design– BS EN12812:2008. Falsework ‐ performance requirements and general design– BS EN12813:2004. Temporary works equipment. Load bearing towers of prefabricated components. Particular methods of structural design– NASC TG20/13 plus supplement 1– NASC TG9:12
This full day workshop is designed to follow on and build on the learning from the 1-hour webinar to provide an embedded learning experience leading to acceptance and change of culture around neurodiversity. We understand the pressure managers can experience working within a neurodiverse team, this training is designed with managers in mind.
In this workshop, you will gain a better understanding of the benefits and challenges of working with neurodiverse people. Make your Organisation a more inclusive place for neurodiverse individuals.
This course is suitable for operatives required to Work at Height, providing a sound foundation on the requirements of the Work at Height Regulations 2005 in conjunction with a basic understanding of the types of fall protection systems and equipment available, its use, its limitations and unsafe practices. Suitable for individuals working around but not directly Working at Height. It allows the delegate to identify a working at height area and understand the procedures and regulations that control it. Book via our website @ ESS | Working at Height Module 1 - Safe Work at Height Awareness | Vp ESS (vp-ess.com) or via email at: esstrainingsales@vpplc.com or phone on: 0800 000 346
This half-day workshop delivered face-to-face or online is designed for anyone in your organisation that wants to become a Neurodiversity Champion - someone who wants to educate and change the way that Neurodiversity is viewed in the workplace.
QA Level 2 Award In Activity First Aid (RQF) Two-day course Especially suited to those working in sports or outdoor activities Have the skills to save lives and help injured heal faster Course Contents: The Roles and Responsibilities of an Emergency First Aider Assessing an Incident Minor Injuries Cuts, Grazes and Bruises Minor Burns and Scalds Managing an Unresponsive Casualty CPR Safe Use of an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) Choking Seizures Wounds and Bleeding Shock Eye Injuries Angina Heart Attack Stroke Asthma Diabetes Anaphylaxis Head Injuries Spinal Injuries Chest Injuries Fractures Sprains, Strains and Dislocations Poisoning Treatment for hot and cold temperatures Benefits of this course: Both Outdoor and Indoor Sports activities run a great risk of injury Would you know what to do if someone in your charge got injured or taken ill? The QA Level 2 Award in Activity First Aid (RQF) is a regulated and nationally recognised qualification designed for those who have a responsibility to provide first aid in outdoor and activity based environments As with all our courses, this course is run in a fun and engaging, interactive and hands-on way Accredited, Ofqual regulated qualification: Our Activity First Aid course leads to a nationally recognised, Ofqual regulated qualification accredited by Qualsafe Awards.This means that you can be rest assured that your Activity First Aid fulfils the legal requirements and is a very good way to make sure you and your employees are trained in First Aid, having the ability to save lives and speed healing should the situation occur.The Ofqual Register number for this course is 603/2652/9
A four-hour Neurodiversity Workshop aimed at Leaders looking to understand Neurodiversity and how to create an environment to allow Neurodiverse colleagues to thrive.