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Help Reduce the Deaths in the Construction Industry with SSSTS Training

The new statistics have been published for the number of fatally injured workers by the Health and Safety Executive. The figures were released on July 5th and cover the period between April 2011 and March 2012. The statistics show that 173 workers were killed, which is two less than the previous year’s data. The amount of deaths highlights the importance of vital health and safety courses, such as the SSSTS training course.

Concentrate on the Real Risks

Despite the fact that Britain has one of the lowest numbers of workplace fatalities in Europe the figures are still shockingly high. 173 employees died unnecessarily performing their daily duties, and employers should be aiming to help reduce these figures. The Health and Safety Executive Chair, Judith Hackitt said that the HSE want employers to concentrate on the real risks which are continuing to cause death and serious injuries. The statistics also shows that 49 of the fatalities were within the construction industry. Training schemes such as the site supervisors safety scheme can help to reduce the risks in this most dangerous of UK industries. If you are the owner of a construction firm offering this high level of training can help to ensure all of your supervisors are properly trained on how to manage a site safely.

Excellent Course Offered by the CITB

The SSSTS is awarded by the CITB and has become one of the set requirements of many of the major contractors in the UK. Employers are able to send their supervisors on the course, and it’s also open for anyone in the construction industry who is hoping to climb the ladder and be promoted into a role of responsibility. Supervisors and managers have a legal and moral duty to help run and maintain a safe working environment, working hard to reduce risks, create safe methods of work, and identify and evaluate hazards in order to produce safe working methods.

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Occupational Health and Safety Training

While working in an office environment might not be high risk, there is still health and safety issues to take into account. All employers must comply with the laws in place and providing training is a must to help educate employees and reduce the risks which increase through lack of awareness. Accredited health and safety courses are the best form of training. They will be based on the guidelines provided by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and legislation.

Tips on Complying with HSE Regulations in the Office

  1. Risk assessments are a must. Assessments are used to evaluate tasks and locate all of the hazards associated with the task. The information is then used to come up with ways of eliminating or reducing the risk through safe methods of work, the introduction of equipment and aids or finding new solutions.
  2. Take out Employers Liability Compulsory Insurance and have the certificate on display somewhere within the office.
  3. Anyone who employs more than five people must create a health and safety policy stating how health and safety is managed within their organisation. This is also a good idea for anyone with less than five employees although it’s not compulsory.
  4. Give your employees health and safety training suitable for their level of responsibility. All employees should be aware of their personal responsibility and understand the importance of health and safety at work. Managers and supervisors will require more in-depth training. It’s also essential for all employees to be trained to perform their specific tasks safely.
  5. Work with your employees to constantly monitor and improve the safety in the office. Your employees should be aware of whom to contact if they have any concerns or if they spot any problems. You must make sure you communicate what their responsibilities are and show them any safe working methods which will help them to stay safe while at work.
  6. You must have washing facilities, fresh drinking water and adequate toilets for all of your employees. If you have disabled workers they must have easy access to all of these facilities.
  7. Print health and safety posters or leaflets about the health and safety laws for your employers to read. Have this information constantly available.

Suitable Health and Safety Training Courses

If you are looking for suitable training courses for your employees one to consider is NEBOSH Health and Safety at Work. The course is designed for supervisors and managers as well as HR professionals. The course is available throughout the UK and takes just three days to complete. It’s an in-depth course designed to help your employees understand the basic health and safety principles such as risk assessments and control strategies. An alternative to this course is the IOSH Managing Safely qualification.

Call 0808 1966 830 to discuss occupational health and safety training in greater detail and find the appropriate course for the members of your organisation.

Safety on Site Highlighted By Serious Accident in Derbyshire

Two eighteen year old workers were seriously injured after falling from a lifting platform. The two men were hired by Storetec Ltd to remove scrapped trolleys and place them in a skip using a forklift truck. The director had designed a lifting platform which was being used by the men to perform the task they had been set. Unfortunately the platform failed bringing the fork lift truck and the two men down to the ground, four and half metres below.

In the incident one of the men broke his back and the other suffered broken heels and has needed metal pins to be placed in his foot. They have both suffered with serious physical and physiological problems since the incident and their lives have been permanently affected.

Large Fines for Failing Employees

The company and one of the directors of the firm were prosecuted by the Health and Safety Executive after an investigation was carried out. The inspectors discovered that the lifting platform had been designed by the director, Brian Crossan, who didn’t follow the strict guidelines and safety laws when he made the makeshift platform. There were numerous errors found such as the lack of chains securing the plate to the fork lift truck and the fork extensions not fitting onto the platform.

Storetec were fined £22,000 after breaching Section 3(1) of the Health and Safety at Work Act. They were also ordered to pay £12,134 in court costs. Mr Crossan was also fined £3,500 after pleading guilty for failing to comply with the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations. He must also pay £7,866 in court costs. Both the company and the director had to pay a victim surcharge of £15.

Managing Your Site Safely

In order to protect your employees and your company it’s vital you undertake health and safety training designed for the construction industry. One of the most popular courses is the Site Management Safety Training Scheme. The SMSTS is ideal for managers and supervisors as it teaches all candidates about their legal duties as well as vital skills needed for managing a safe site. Book your place on the SMSTS by calling 0808 1966 830 and speaking with one of our advisors.

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Asbestos Exposure Highlights Site Managers Responsibilities

Workmen who were working on a pub in Devon were needlessly exposed to deadly asbestos dust. Not only were they exposed to it their site manager also gave the instruction for them to deal with removing it from the pub and did not provide adequate protection. The incident occurred in 2010 at a pub which was being refurbished by Cowley’s Building Maintenance who on behalf of St Austell Breweries.

Work Told to Continue

The workers were working with the deadly material as there had been no asbestos survey which was the responsibility of St Austell Breweries. The men were given the task of removing uncovered insulation boards which contained asbestos. While the site manager did request for the board to be examined he did make his workers continue to pick up the boards and remove them. Throughout the demolition more asbestos boards were moved and disturbed which increased the exposure levels for the workers.

As a result of the incident St Austell Breweries were fined £5,000 and ordered to pay court costs of £6,295 in court costs. Cowley’s Building and Maintenance were also fined £12,500 with £6,295 in costs. The director of the company was additionally fined a total of £4,500 including costs and the fine. The Brewery pleaded guilty for breaching Regulation 4(3) of the Control of Asbestos Regulations. Cowley Building and Maintenance and Mr Reed pleaded guilty to breaching Regulation 11(1) (a) of the Control of Asbestos Regulations.

Site Managers Must Know Their Legal Duties

The site manager should have stopped all work on the material until the asbestos survey was carried out. Any work continuing should have been performed with the right protection. Health and safety needs to be considered at all times by those who are working on construction sites or involved in refurbishments and demolition. The right training is necessary to know what to do if there has been no asbestos survey provided or if it has been discovered on site.

The SSSTS and SMSTS are excellent training courses for anyone in a supervisory or managerial role on site. The training is a requirement by all of the major contractors as health and safety and the construction industry must go hand in hand. This is the ideal course to learn the responsibilities you hold in your supervisory or managerial role and can be used to prevent incidents from occurring on site.

Take Environmental Management Skills to the Next Level with IEMA and NEBOSH

If you have already taken the IEMA Certificate in Environmental Management you may be wondering what to do next. One of the natural choices is to sign up for the NEBOSH Environmental Diploma as this is a course which progresses on from all you have previously learnt. The Associate Certificate must be taken before booking your place as you will need to necessary skills before undertaking the training provided on the diploma.

Numerous Skills are Taught by Your Tutor

The course lasts for five days and during that period you will learn a number of new skills which build on your current knowledge. This will allow you to take your environmental management a level further. Contents of the training include:
  • Hazardous waste
  • Landfill design and management and other treatment options
  • Treatments for waste water
  • Hazardous substances
  • COMAH and packaging
  • Dangerous goods transportation
  • Cost benefits
  • Risk assessments for environmental issues
You will leave with the various skills you need which can then be applied to your working environment. The objectives are to leave you competent and fully understand the following areas:
  • Environmental monitoring and analysis standards and methods
  • Environmental planning laws and the EIA
  • Options when treating hazardous waste
  • COMAH and CHIP Regulations
  • Environmental pressure groups
  • Waste water treatment
  • Legal requirements concerning environmental noise
  • Risk assessments
  • Causes of noise
  • Noise reduction control

Your Tutor Will Help You Prepare for the Exam

At the end of the learning process, using materials provided in a classroom environment, you will be expected to take part in an examination. The exam lasts for three hours and must be successfully passed in order to be awarded with the Environmental Diploma from NEBOSH. If you would like to develop your career in an environmental management position, or have staff that require additional training this is the course to consider.

Book Your Place or Request Further Information

You can find out more about where the Diploma training is held as well as the IEMA Certificate in Environmental Management by speaking to our advisors. Simply call 0808 1966 830 and ask about the range of environmental courses which are currently available in the UK.

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Tragic Death Highlights Importance of Health and Safety Training

Falls from vehicles have been in the news this week. A young man lost his life when working on a vehicle while working at a recycling plant in Tipton. Mark Bale was just 21 when he was instantly killed after being crushed by a loader. He had been loading paper onto a conveyor belt, when he thought the machine had been isolated he tried to leave the vehicle. Unfortunately the vehicle had not been isolated and he was killed when the loader arm fell onto his head.

Accident Could Have Been Prevented with Adequate Health and Safety Measures

This accident could have been avoided and so the company, SITA UK, were prosecuted by the Health and Safety Executive. The company were discovered to have failed their employee in a number of areas. He was not provided with any training when using the vehicle, and there was no one supervising him as he worked. In addition to these failings the vehicle that the young man was operating had not been properly maintained.

SITA UK pleaded guilty at Wolverhampton Crown Court. They were fined £100,000 and ordered to pay court costs of £77,402 plus an additional payment to the mother of the deceased for the costs of the funeral.

Health and Safety Needs to Be a Priority

The recycling firm had breached two Sections of the Health and Safety at Work Act. As an employer it is essential that you are aware of the Regulations and Act and understand how you can work safely with your employees to avoid accidents. As an employer you need to have health and safety training, and so do your employees.

Health and safety training is freely available and can be taught in a variety of ways. If you have more than one person who requires training you can request tutors to come to your workplace to provide the training. You can also send your employees on training courses which are widely available throughout the UK. A final option is distance learning which can be taken at times to suit you and the delegate. Call 0844 576 6750 and ask about the available health and safety training courses.

Learn From Home and In Your Own Time

If you work full time or have other responsibilities it can be hard to improve your skills with training. Finding the time to attend a course is not always possible. There is no need to pull out of a paying job to get ahead. All you have to do is find a suitable course which will give you the skills you need without eating into your usual routine. Health and safety training is essential, so why not find the time to improve your health and safety skills from the comfort of your own home.

Why Distance Learning Can Work in the Office

As an employer you need to provide training within working hours but sometimes, especially in small businesses, the firm cannot afford to lose the employee for hours at a time. There may also be problems with transportation depending on where the course is held. If you have employees who require training in occupational health and safety distance learning could provide the answer. There is no need for the training to be sat in one sitting. It’s possible to assign small segments of time during the working week to offer the training and provide the assessment. Work can continue outside of these times meaning no one needs to get behind on their usual schedule.

E-learning & Distance Learning at Home

A personal development is a great way of improving your CV, and your career prospects. If you look after children or wish to remain in work and earning while you train you can do so with e-learning for health and safety or distance learning. Course are taught online or remotely and you still have access to professional tutors who are able to answer any questions you have and address any issues which may arise. You are able to decide the times you sit down and focus on the training. It could be before or after work, evenings or weekends.

The NEBOSH General Certificate by Distance or E-learning

One of the occupational health and safety courses to consider is the NEBOSH General Certificate. With a pass rate of 90% and some optional extras available this is a flexible way of achieving the qualifications you or your employees need. 0808 1966 830 is the number to call if you want to find out more.

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CDM Coordinator Training

Any planning supervisors could benefit greatly in their career by undertaking CDM coordinator training. The training course can be the best method of going on to become a coordinator but it can also be greatly beneficial to anyone involved in the design process including clients and contractors.

Choosing the right course is essential, and you should make sure that the units have been built around the CDM Regulations 2007. This will ensure all the skills which are required by a coordinator are covered.

Another point to focus on is whether or not the course is recognised. There are many excellent courses to choose from, just check before enrolling that the certificate you earn is able to be used as proof of your skills and abilities by the ACoP. The course should focus on improving communication skills as understanding, cooperation and coordination is vital when working on a project. As a coordinator you will need to be able to work closely with everyone on the project including the clients, designers and the contractors.

Choose the CDM Training Course

By choosing the CDM Coordinator training course you will leave with many skills and a certificate. During the training which lasts for two days you will be taught in areas such as:

  • How to identify procedures needed for the communication, cooperation and coordination of the project
  • Understand why competence is necessary when it comes to resourcing
  • The CDM Regulations
  • How the CDM Regulations apply to everyone working on the project from clients to the contractors
  • How to create and examine a safety plan
  • Know what is required for the health and safety file
  • How to advise clients on their legal duties
  • Understand risk assessments

CDM Coordinator Training

Whether you are looking to improve your career prospects, or if you are an employee looking to train your employers you can benefit greatly by providing the right training. There are CDM Coordinator training courses available all year round in many different locations. If you would like to find out more about the course or book a place on a course near you just call the experts on 0844 576 6750 and ask for assistance.

Environmental Management is Vital in the Workplace

Environmental issues have become part and parcel of running, managing or supervising within any business or organisation. Environmental management in the workplace to help reduce the impact on the environment, reduce waste and pollution and can also be used to help reduce costs and run a more organised company. There are many courses available that will help to improve the management of environmental issues within your organisation. A great place to start is the NEBOSH Environmental Certificate. NEBOSH have created an excellent course designed to build a strong foundation of knowledge and skills for managers, supervisors and any employees who have environmental duties in their role within your organisation. The course materials and qualification are focused upon the laws and management systems to provide a recognised qualification which can be transferred and built upon.

Accredited Qualification for All Successful Candidates

When workers successfully pass the course they are awarded with the accredited qualification. It has been credited by the SQA and provides a level 6 SCQF and 9 credit points. That is the equivalent of an NQF at level 3 in the UK. During the course candidates are taken through the practicalities and methods used to successfully manage environmental risks. There are best practices to learn such as what the sources of energy are and how to use them efficiently, controlling pollution, planning for emergencies and impact assessments. The materials are delivered in two units and candidates will need to show understanding on the material they learn.

Assessment Methods

After the course has been taught candidates will be given a two hour exam which covers the skills and knowledge from unit one. The exam consists of ten questions and one long question and all of the questions must be answered. Unit two assessments require the candidates to perform a review of an organisation. The aim is to create an action plan in order to improve the environmental performance of the workplace. The review has to be handed in by the set date in order to be accepted and marked. Book your place on the next suitable NEBOSH Environmental Certificate course, contact the team on 0808 1966 830 today.

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Consider a New Career with Occupational Health and Safety Training

If you have been given a position of authority in the workplace you will have no doubt received health and safety training. It is the managers, supervisors and business owners that have to help run and control occupational health and safety. This will involve many different tasks which may include:

  • how to conduct a risk assessment
  • Evaluating hazards and working out safe methods of work
  • Communicating health and safety within the workplace
  • Writing reports, reporting incidents
  • Designation duties such as approved first aider

It is not uncommon for those in managerial positions to consider taking their health and safety training one step further. If you enjoy that part of the job and want to consider specialising in this field there are some fantastic courses to consider taking. One of these is the NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational health and Safety.

Aim Higher with Your Qualification

After completing the NEBOSH Diploma the candidates are well on their way to becoming professionally qualified practitioners. All successful candidates are able to work towards chartered status that requires a portfolio of skills formed over a two year period. Once the portfolio has been created the candidate will have a review interview with the Privy Council.

Leave with Health and Safety Managerial Skills

During the NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety delegates will learn a large number of skills. They will leave being able to competently provide help and advice for health and safety issues. This can also be used to continue providing their employers with health and safety management. The course is usually taught in a class room setting which is ideal as the tutors are on hand to provide immediate assistance, however the course is also available in the form of e-learning and distance learning, you still have the help of a tutor on the end of the phone or via email. The interactive learning is provided online, and you are able to work at times to suit you. This is the perfect solution if you wish to train towards a new qualification while you continue to work full or part time, or raise the children at home.

To find out about occupational health and safety training call 0808 1966 830 and ask about the NEBOSH Diploma.

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