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Construction sites can be dangerous, so it is vital that health and safety is managed effectively. Harrington Safety are providers of health and safety courses in Slough, and our courses are aimed at those working in the construction industry. Our expertise in the field has made us the providers of health and safety courses Slough clients are very happy to recommend.
Whether you need training for 1 or 2 delegates or a larger workforce, our team are here to help. Courses can be delivered at your workplace, a training centre or even via Zoom. We have a wide range of half day training courses for you to take your pick from, which can be taken alone or paired with another half day course to give you a day of training that meets your exact needs.
Our trainers are all construction professionals with experience on a variety of sites. Their time working in the sector has given them an unrivalled understanding of their field.
Our training courses in Slough cover a wide range of areas. We provide courses in general health and safety as well as IPAF, PASMA, first aid, working at height, CITB, SMSTS, and SSSTS training. We also offer face fit testing.
Our courses are all fully endorsed by the relevant governing bodies. Once completed they are valid for up to 5 years, and you can often take a refresher course to renew your qualification. For those looking to obtain that all-important CSCS green card, we also provide the HSA course that will give you one half of the qualification needed.
Health and Safety Training
We want to equip delegates with the skills and knowledge to maintain a safe working environment. The majority of our compliance health and safety courses are only half a day long, so you will be able to head back to your site as quickly as possible. However, you can combine your course of choice with another to give you an entire day of training. Our health and safety training team will be happy to assist you in providing a training solution perfect for you.
Our Slough health and safety courses cover areas such as manual handling, identifying and reducing exposure to asbestos, abrasive wheels, petrol drive cut off saws, and Cat and Genny training. Our diverse range of courses has made us the number one choice for many clients in Slough.
IPAF
The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) is the number one accrediting body and authority for mobile elevated work platforms. These are more commonly known as MEWPs. Over 100,00 people a year take an IPAF training course, making them one of the most widely recognised MEWP accreditations in the UK. There are a number of different categories of training available; 1a – static vertical, 1b – static boom (trailer, truck mounted and spiders), 3a – mobile vertical (scissor lift), 3b – mobile boom (cherry picker) and PAV – push around vertical. Harrington Safety are an accredited IPAF approved training centre offering training in Slough. Our courses are aimed at both operators and demonstrators, with options for each available. Ranging in length from half day to 1 day, our courses are accessible and taught by leading experts in the field.
PASMA
The Prefabricated Access Supplier’s and Manufacturers’ Association (PASMA) is the number one, internationally recognised accrediting body for mobile access towers. You’ll be pleased to know that we are an accredited PASMA training centre. We provide a wide range of courses covering a wealth of areas. You can access courses on towers for users, low level access, towers on stairs, towers with cantilevers, working at height, towers for managers and towers for bridging. That’s why we are experts in PASMA training in Slough.
Our team are here to help you, and will be able to point you in the direction of the right course for you when you get in touch.
First Aid
A construction site is a workplace that can pose a lot of dangers, so it’s important that people are fully trained in what to do in the event of a workplace accident. We’re one of the leading providers of first aid training courses Slough has to offer, and we’re here to give delegates the skills they need to assess, triage and treat people in the safest possible way.
As the provider of first aid courses delegates trust, we aim to deliver first aid training that is as well-rounded and comprehensive as possible. Our courses cover emergency first aid, first aid at work and mental health first aid. The latter is becoming more and more important in employers’ eyes, and training in the area is vital on a stressful working environment like a construction site.
CITB Courses
The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) equips construction professionals with the knowledge to identify potential hazards on site, along with helping them to understand the legislation surrounding workplace safety.
As an independent training provider, we are able to be flexible when it comes to Slough CITB courses, we deliver courses at a training centre, on site or online. Our online CITB training is held over Zoom. Delegates will be given a link to join the online session at the agreed time, and all they need to take part is access to the internet, a camera and a microphone.
The online test at the end of the course will be observed by an invigilator via a webcam, so you can complete every aspect of the training remotely. If they pass the test, delegates will receive a CITB accredited certificate that’s valid for 5 years.
SMSTS Courses
The Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) is a CITB accredited course aimed at those holding a senior position on construction sites, such as supervisors, managers and directors. The course takes 5 days to complete, and is delivered through case studies, class discussions and group work.
Our course covers all of the current UK legislation, so delegates will be brought completely up to date. They will also be told how to manage and monitor safety on site. After successfully completing the course, delegates will receive a CITB Site Safety Plus certificate. This is valid for 5 years – after which a refresher course can be taken to make sure that their knowledge is current.
SSSTS Courses
The Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) is for construction site supervisors, and it covers the legal responsibility they have to manage health and safety, along with welfare and environment for the members of their teams. The course covers all the current relevant legislation and is presented in an interactive format. This makes the information easy to digest and understand, and you’ll be able to apply your new knowledge to real life scenarios with ease.
Our SSSTS courses are 2 days long. They include class discussions along with individual or group presentations. These are assessed, and then combined with a multiple-choice test taken by the delegate at the end of the course. Successful completion of a course will lead to the CITB Site Survey Plus certificate. This is valid for 5 years, and a refresher course can be taken at the end of that time period to renew it.
CSCS Green Card Certification
For those looking to obtain a CSCS green card, we can help you to complete the first part of the process. We offer the HSA course, which is 1 day long. Upon successful completion of this, delegates will need to go on and follow this up with an environmental touch screen test to receive the card. Many employers require a CSCS card, and it’s often seen as essential during the application process for a job in the construction industry. Why? Well, it shows that you have a solid understanding of the health and safety practises required on a site.
Work at Height Courses
If someone is going to be working at height, it is essential that they know how to navigate and work safely using scaffolding, ladders, harnesses, platforms and powered access equipment. They will also need to be able to carry out risk assessments and use PPE correctly. We are here to provide delegates with the knowledge they need.
Our range of courses include harness use, harness inspection, steps, ladders, harness and leading edge. We’ll also teach delegates how to identify any of the hazards that can come with working at height.
Our working at height training courses in Slough are all half a day long. They are delivered at a local training centre, or if you have the correct facilities on your site we can come to you for the ultimate in convenience.
Face Fit Testing
Construction sites are often full of fumes and fine particles such as dust – both of which can be damaging to an individual’s respiratory system if inhaled. That’s where we come in. Our face fit testing ensures that a mask provides a complete seal, ensuring that an individual doesn’t inhale anything harmful.
So how does it work? At the start of a face fit test, a delegate will be asked to taste a bitter solution. Once they have done this, they will work their way through a number of exercises while wearing a mask to see if it moves. The test is successfully completed when a delegate has worked their way through the exercises without having tasted any of the bitter solution. Delegates must be clean shaven when undertaking a face fit test otherwise it will be effective. It’s recommended that a face fit test be carried out every 2 years for optimum protection on site.
Why Choose Harrington Safety?
Harrington Safety provide training courses in Slough tailored to suit the unique needs of each client. Whether you undertake the training at our centre, or we come to you, you can be sure that it will be a rewarding, enriching learning experience for all delegates. We’ll work around your schedule, ensuring as little disruption to the smooth running of your business as possible.
All of our trainers have experience in the construction sector. As a result, they know what kind of challenges working on a construction site can pose, as well as the hazards. Being able to learn from trainers with such a vast amount of health and safety knowledge is invaluable, and delegates will be able to ask questions and really get the most out of their courses.
Contact Harrington Safety Today to Find Out More
If you’re looking for a trusted provider of training courses in Slough, then we can’t wait to hear from you. We provide a huge range of courses, and we’re here to teach delegates of all levels and abilities. We’ll work with you to ensure that your team members have all the necessary certification to carry out their jobs safely, and we can help you to top up their knowledge with refresher courses when the time comes too.
If you want to find out more about us and the courses we provide in Slough, then please get in touch with us today. If you fill out our enquiry form, one of our advisors will be in touch in no time at all. You can also call on 0800 059 0599 or drop us an email at enquiries@harringtonsafety.co.uk.
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