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Face to Face Courses are still running, yes they are a little different due to the current Regulations

But we can still train your work force meaning you can still be Safe and Compliant

Ring or email for details of courses you need

 

Online training modules are accepted throughout industry as a good way of complying and Imparting good knowledge to your work force, in a flexible, efficient and cost that makes it great value for money.

The staff can do the training in their own time on their own device and then download the Certificate once completed and passed

Making your life as a Boss or Business owner that much easier and your work force that much safer

Ring or email for ~Information on a whole range of courses available  at value for money prices

NEW: Introducing Fully Accredited “ Online” E Learning Training
Informative.
Our up to date, one-to-one Tutor led “ online” e-learning courses are packed
with all the Information your employees need to keep your business safe and
compliant. They can be completed in their own time, at their own pace and as
soon as the course is completed, a fully accredited Certificate can be
downloaded and printed.
Stimulating.
Designed to maximise user stimulus and deliver memorable content in a highly
engaging way, giving your staff a whole new communication experience, in the
most cost effective, convenient and Innovative way. They are easy to use and
access at any time, meaning training can be done at your convenience.
Cost Effective
Training can be done whenever its convenient, at home, at work, on a tablet,
mobile or P.C., you won’t have to get everyone together at the same time.
Fully Accrdedited.
Fully compliant courses that meet all the H.S.E. statutory training requirements
which are approved by various accreditation bodies, in particular IOSH, ROSPA,
CPD & IATP.
Please ring today for the course list and prices – discounts available for
booking 10 courses or more. See: www.safetytrainingsouthwest.co.uk
Ian Puttock Grad IOSH - Training Director

We thought you would like to know that the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and Department for Education (DfE) have released statements today as follows:

Latest Statement from the HSE: First aid training during coronavirus restrictions in place on 15th January 2021

First aid training in England

The policy position of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is that first aid training required to comply with health and safety or other legislation can continue to take place under relevant coronavirus restrictions in England. All possible measures must be taken to ensure that both training activities and environment are covid secure.

Under current restrictions, some premises are closed to the public or are prohibited from carrying out their normal business. These premises can be considered for use as training venues, providing the conditions outlined above are adhered to.

All businesses and individuals should adhere to current regulations and follow relevant Government guidance.

HSE’s current guidance on first aid certificate extensions covers all of GB and remains unaltered.

            

Dear Customer

We contacted HSE (Health & Safety Executive) on Monday 21st December to request clarification following the announcements regarding Covid-19 at the weekend. We have now received a cleared statement from them regarding Covid-19 precautions and lift truck training. 
Cleared statement from HSE 22^nd December 2020

Employers are required to ensure that their workers are trained and competent to operate any industrial lift truck equipment they use. Initial or refresher training may be required for new starters, for existing staff using new types of equipment, or as a refresher for existing workers. Lift-truck operators, even those who are trained and experienced, need to be routinely monitored in the workplace and, where necessary, retested or given refresher training to make sure they continue to operate lift trucks safely. There is no specific time period in law after which refresher training or a formal assessment is required. However, employers may decide that automatic refresher training or a retest after a set period (for example 3 years) is the best way to make sure staff remain competent.

To reduce the risk of Covid-19 transmission, employers and training providers should apply the hierarchy of control to manage the risks of training and consider:

• Whether the training needs to be done urgently, based on their own assessment of drivers’ competence and experience
• If there are other staff with the appropriate training who could carry out the tasks on a short-term basis
• Checking in advance of the training going ahead that no one is exhibiting Covid-19 symptoms
• Providing a system for entering and leaving sites that maintains social distancing and minimises touch points and shared contact surfaces, such as pens, pointers, or touch screens
• Ensuring that staff and all visitors have easy and safe access to toilets and handwashing facilities with hot and cold running water, and that handwashing is carried out at regular intervals
• Considering how social distancing can be maintained. This may mean reducing class size where suitable distancing cannot be maintained otherwise
• Sanitising shared surfaces such as equipment controls between users
• Providing fresh air ventilation wherever possible by opening windows or doors. Mechanical ventilation should not be set to air recirculation mode
• Considering use of alternative learning methods such as e-learning or webinars where practicable
• Minimising face to face work wherever possible

Face coverings are not PPE and should not be used as a substitute for suitable risk control measures.

Dutyholders in areas in Tier 4 should consult the guidance at Tier 4: Stay at Home. Workers engaged in necessary training activities may travel:

• within a Tier 4 area
• out of a Tier 4 area
• to a Tier 4 area from a Tier 1, 2, or 3 area

It remains the employer’s responsibility to not allow anyone to operate lift trucks on any premises without authorisation or sufficient training. Authorisation should only be given where employees have completed suitable training in line with the guidance and have achieved an appropriate level of operating ability. 

If you have any questions about this statement, or would like to find out more about how Safety Training southwest solutions could help you comply, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us on 07503 173727 www.safetytrainingsouthwest.co.uk

 iputtock@btinternet.com

Please stay safe

Best Wishes

Ian Puttock  (Director) Grad IOSH AIIRSM

_{A very Merry Christmas to all our customers}

_{and a happy and prosperous New Year}

_{thank you for your valued support throughout a difficult 2020, we look forward with hope for a brighter and happier 2021}

 

_{Don't forget to update your training and stay compliant, we can offer a wide variety of face to face or online training, call us and see where we can help.}

 

 

COVID-SECURE LIFT TRUCK TRAINING MUST CONTINUE" - SAY RTITB & AITT 

 

Lift trucks present significant workplace risk and can only be operated by people who have had appropriate training. As the transport and logistics industry enters peak season, during a time with more online demand expected than ever before, it is essential that COVID-secure lift truck training continues.

Both AITT and RTITB are keen to stress the importance of continuing to provide keyworkers with adequate forklift operator training following the announcement of a second national

lockdown starting on 5^th November 2020.

“Lift truck training is a critical service for keyworkers in the supply chain. It is educational, and practical training cannot be done from home. Therefore, it must continue so that keyworkers are able to work safely and in compliance with the law,’’ explains Adam Smith, Managing Director of AITT.

APRIL NEWSLETTER

 

FOCUS: COVID-19 AND THE IMPORTANCE OF ONLINE TRAINING COURSES   The April newsletter will be highlighting the recent pandemic and why the need for online training courses are more important now than ever.  The coronavirus has impacted and effected companies both large and small, across the whole world. During this time of uncertainty, it is important to stay safe and listen to the government’s advice.  As a training centre, Safety Training Southwest Ltd have been continuously following the governments advice and taking the necessary precautions to prevent this virus spreading.  The importance of online training courses (e-learning) has never been more crucial. With training requirements still an essential for some businesses, we would like to encourage these businesses to take a look at the online courses we can offer. The E-Learining courses focus on four categories, Health & Safety, Fire Safety, Food Safety/Hygiene and Health & Social Care. Please find a link below which can forward you to our E-Learning Online Training page. - http://www.safetytrainingsouthwest.co.uk If you would like some more information regarding online training courses, then send an email to iputtock@btinternet.com  and we will be happy to answer any questions.

HSE EXTENSION TO THE VALIDITY OF FIRST AID QUALIFICATIONS

The Health and Safety Executive have today announced that they will be offering a three-month extension to the validity of the following qualifications if the first aider to requalify because of the coronavirus:

• First Aid at Work
• Emergency First Aid at Work
• Paediatric First Aid
• Emergency Paediatric First Aid

This means that a First Aider can continue functioning as a first aider for up to three months past the expiry of their current FAW or Paediatric certificate.

The HSE will keep this situation under close review over the coming months and will issue further statements as necessary.

We will, of course, keep you informed with any updates and changes as soon as we hear them.

If you have any questions or need any additional information then please do not hesitate to contact us. iputtock@btinternet.com

Please see below for the full HSE statement:

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is aware that people holding Offshore Medic (OM), Offshore First Aid (OFA), First Aid at Work (FAW) or Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) certificates nearing expiry date, might experience disruption to access to requalification training as a result of events or circumstances generated by the coronavirus pandemic.

Brand New Course

A course for all Businesses who have forklifts and Machinery on site,

All operators of forklifts and Machinery regularly undergo training to ensure they operate safely, BUT what about non-forklift operators and General Employees, DO they really understand the Risks and know how to do their work around Forklifts and other machinery without harm.

Working Around Forklifts

Is a short, Informative, Interactive course run by an Instructor on site, lasting around 2 Hours, giving all Operators, General staff, Supervisors, Managers and Regular Visitors, an insight into forklifts and the Hazards & Risks involved in working close to, or in the area of the machines.

It Includes the following:

• Introduction & Aims –
• Responsibility of the operator and the Pedestrians
• Operational Safety Code
• Site Safety
• Risk Assessment
• Vehicle Loading
• Q & A Session and Summary

For more Information or to book a course please contact us 

We are adding continuously to our range of Online E Learning packages

See the website for updates

E learning is a great way of completing training in your own time or when you have down time

It represents a cost effective, enjoyable and value for money way of making sure your company is compliant with the latest Regulations.

Designed to maximise user stimulus and develop memorable content in a highly enjoyable way, giving your staff a whole new communication experience.

Discounts are available for multiple courses.

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