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Safety Training Courses

2014 - 2015

Don’t let a fall shatter your life!

Browns Ladders & Ceilings Ltd

In House Safe Use & Pre-Use Inspection of Ladders & Steps

What will I gain from taking this course?

This course gives an appreciation of the hazards, and measures required to control the risks associated with the use of Ladders & Steps Ladders. It is designed to equip operators of temporary access equipment with the skills to conduct inspections and to recognise and eliminate dangers of incorrect ladder usage.

What will I learn on this course?

• Introduction • Health & Safety • Current Legislation on Ladders & Usage • Safety • Is the Ladder strong enough?

• Is the ladder Long enough?

• Is the Ladder Safe Enough?

• Reasons for Ladder Inspection • Method of Ladder Inspection • Ladder Inspection Demonstration • Ladders & Steps defect • Correct Usage • Risk Assessment and User Responsibilities

What will I need to bring on this course?

Protective footwear and suitable clothing for the practical session.

Do I need any previous experience?

A working knowledge of ladders & Steps would be an advantage but is not essential. All delegates MUST be physically fit and able to carry out any practical during the service.

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes, a certificate of training in the safe use and pre use checks of Ladders & step ladders.

This will last for 3 years.

How long does the course last? ½ Day (4 hours) We can pair this course with another ½ day course like Abrasive Wheels, Manual Handling, Harnesses & Lanyards or Work at Heights.

How many delegates can be trained in 1 session?

Maximum of 12 delegates Where can Browns Ladders carry out the Training?

We can provide training either at our approved training centre or at your location to suit your needs.

We guarantee your operatives will receive the highest level of training in the safe use & pre-use inspections of Ladders & Steps.

Where can Browns Ladders carry out the Training?

We can provide training either at our approved training centre or at your location to suit your needs.

We guarantee your operatives will receive the highest level of training in the safe use & pre-use inspections of Ladders & Steps.

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IN HOUSE SAFE USE & PRE - USE INSPECTION OF LADDERS & STEPS

Who is this course Aimed at?

Our In House Ladders & Steps Training Course would be suitable for operatives who are involved

What tests will I undertake?

Lecture, theory assessment, practical training & assessments.

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Nationally Recognised Accredited Ladders & Steps User Course Our Nationally recognised accredited Ladders & Steps Training for Inspectors course would be suitable for operatives whose duty is to inspect and maintain ladders & stepladders in their workplace.

What will I gain from taking this course?

Delegates will be competent to assess & determine when it’s appropriate to use a ladder or step ladder, record findings & recommend action to be taken if faults are found, also accurately record details of ladders & stepladders. They will have an understanding of: What they need to know about law & standards relating to ladders & step ladders, Hazards in the use of the equipment and storage & handling.

What will I learn on this course?

• Legal requirements and guidance • Initial inspection • Asset register • Inspection procedures • Inspection Documentation • Manufacturing techniques • Maintenance/repairs • Disposal • Theory and Practical Tests

What will I need to bring on this course?

Protective footwear & suitable clothing for the practical session.

Do I need any previous experience?

A working knowledge of ladders & Steps would be an advantage but is not essential. All delegates MUST be physically fit and able to carry out any practical during the service. All delegates must hold a valid Ladder Association Users certificate and Photocard ID to attend this course.

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes, a certificate & photocard ID will be issued to successful delegates who complete the theory and practical assessment sessions.

This will last for 5 years.

How long does the course last? ½ Day (4 hours) How many delegates can be trained in 1 session?

Maximum of 8 delegates Where can Browns Ladders carry out the Training?

We can provide training either at our approved training centre or at your location to suit your needs.

We guarantee your operatives will receive the highest level of training in the Inspection of Ladders & Steps.

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NATIONALLY RECOGNISED ACCREDITED LADDERS & STEPS USER COURSE

NATIONALLY RECOGNISED ACCREDITED LADDERS & STEPS USER COURSE

Accredited Ladder Who is this course Aimed & at?Steps Training

What tests will I undertake?

Lecture, theory assessment, practical training & assessments. The assessments are a series of multiple choice questions, ladder & step fault finding, also Carrying and positioning ladders & step ladders.

Pass mark is 80%.

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In House Ladders, Steps & Towers HSE

What will I gain from taking this course?

Operatives will have the knowledge of how to safely assemble & dismantle scaffold towers and know the correct usage of ladders & steps without risk of personal injury to the delegate or others. They will also be able to safely inspect the equipment prior to use.

What will I learn on this course?

• Introduction, Health & Safety and legislation • Accident Awareness & Prevention • Hazards & Risk Assessment • Scaffold Tower components & Erection Procedures • Assembling, moving & dismantling a Tower • Pre-Use Scaffold inspection and reports • Current Legislation on Ladders & Steps • Correct Usage on Ladders & Steps • Alternatives for Low-level access • Written Test • Practical Session

What will I need to bring on this course?

Protective footwear, suitable head protection, suitable clothing and gloves for the practical session.

Do I need any previous experience?

No formal qualifications or experience necessary, but it would be beneficial if delegates had a basic understanding of work at height issues. All delegates must be physically fit to carry out the practical session.

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes, an A4 sized certificate is issued to successful candidates who pass the written & practical test.

This certificate will last 3 years.

How long does the course last?

This course will take 1 day (6 hours approximately) How many delegates can be trained in 1 session?

Maximum of 12 delegates Where can Browns Ladders carry out the Training?

We can provide training either at our approved training centre or at your location to suit your needs.

We guarantee your operatives will receive the highest level of training in the safe use of ladders, steps & towers.

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IN HOUSE LADDERS, STEPS & TOWERS

IN HOUSE LADDERS, STEPS & TOWERS

Who is this course Aimed at?

This course would be ideal for operatives that use Ladders, Steps & Scaffold Towers as part of their work. This will show them how to use the equipment correctly & understand the current legislation.

What tests will I undertake: This course with have both theory and practical sessions.

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In House Mobile Towers - for 3T (through the Trapdoor) & AGR (Advanced guardrail) systems

What will I gain from taking this course?

Operatives and managers should gain the necessary competence to apply current legislation in relation to employer and employee responsibilities and duties of care, this would include how to carry out legislated Inspection procedures, how to assess W@H hazards, equipment and conduct thus reducing injuries by ensuring correct erecting mobilising and dismantling techniques.

What will I learn on this course?

• Introduction • Legislation – Health & Safety • Accident Awareness / Prevention • Tower components • Assembling procedures • Assembling a Tower • Moving a Tower • Dismantling a Tower • Safe working practices when erecting, during the use of, moving and dismantling a Tower • Stability • Hazards • Theory test with pass/fail criteria • Inspection, practical erecting, moving, dismantling, of Alloy scaffold towers.

• With pass/fail criteria.

What will I need to bring on this course?

Protective footwear, suitable head protection, suitable clothing and gloves for the practical session.

Do I need any previous experience?

A working knowledge of scaffolding would be an advantage but is not essential. All delegates MUST be physically fit and able to carry out any practical session during the service.

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes, a certificate of training in the safe use and pre use checks of Mobile access towers.

This will last for 3 years.

How long does the course last?

1 Day (6 hours) How many delegates can be trained in 1 session?

Maximum of 12 delegates Where can Browns Ladders carry out the Training?

We can provide training either at our approved training centre or at your location to suit your needs.

We guarantee your operatives will receive the highest level of training on Mobile Scaffold Towers.

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IN HOUSE MOBILE TOWERS

IN HOUSE MOBILE TOWERS

Who is this course Aimed at?

To ensure personnel are trained to a high level of competence in erecting, Mobilising, inspecting, dismantling Alloy Scaffold towers.

What tests will I undertake?

Lecture, theory assessment, practical training & assessments.

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Nationally Recognised Accredited Low Level Access & Scaffold Towers – Combined Course

What will I need to bring on this course?

Protective footwear, suitable head protection, suitable clothing and gloves for the practical session.

Do I need any previous experience?

No formal qualifications or experience necessary, but it would be beneficial if delegates had a basic understanding of work at height issues. All delegates must be physically fit to carry out the practical session.

What will I gain from taking this course?

Operatives will have the knowledge of how to safely assemble, dismantle & relocate low level access & Scaffold Tower units without risk of personal injury to the delegate or others. They will also be able to safely inspect the equipment prior to use.

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes, a Photocard ID and certificate will be issued to successful candidates who complete the theory and practical sessions. These are valid for 5 years.

What will I learn on this course?

• What will I learn on this course?

• Introduction • Health & Safety • Standards • Guidance and Information • Low Level options • Components • Assembly / Dismantling • Hazards • Your Responsibilities • Practical Demonstrations

How long does the course last?

The Nationally Recognised Accredited Low level & Scaffold Towers Training course lasts one day (7 Hours).

How many delegates can be trained in 1 session?

Maximum of 8 delegates Where can Browns Ladders carry out the Training?

We can provide training either at our approved training centre or at your location to suit your needs.

We guarantee your operatives will receive the highest level of training in the use of Low Level Access & Scaffold Towers.

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NATIONALLY RECOGNISED ACCREDITED LOW LEVEL ACCESS & SCAFFOLD TOWERS

NATIONALLY RECOGNISED ACCREDITED LOW LEVEL ACCESS & SCAFFOLD TOWERS

Who is this course Aimed at?

The Nationally Recognised Accredited Combined Low level access course & Mobile Tower Scaffold course is ideal for operatives that use both low level access units & Scaffold Towers.

This course offers convenience & flexibility of two courses in one day. If you assemble, move, dismantle, inspect, and/or use scaffold towers, then this course is for you. Rather than spending two days away from site and the added cost that this can incur, we can combine both courses into one full day’s training.

What tests will I undertake?

This course with have both theory and practical sessions.

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Nationally Recognised Accredited Low Level Access Training Course

What will I need to bring on this course?

Protective footwear, suitable head protection, suitable clothing and gloves for the practical session.

Do I need any previous experience?

No formal qualifications or experience necessary, but it would be beneficial if delegates had a basic understanding of work at height issues. All delegates must be physically fit to carry out the practical session.

What will I gain from taking this course?

Operatives will have the knowledge of how to safely assemble, dismantle & relocate low level access units without risk of personal injury to the delegate or others. They will also be able to safely inspect the equipment prior to use.

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes, a Photocard ID and certificate will be issued to successful candidates who complete the theory and practical sessions. These are valid for 5 years.

What will I learn on this course?

• Introduction & Housekeeping • Health & Safety at Work act • Standards & regulations • Guidance and Information • Low Level Equipment options • Checking components for damage • Assembly/Dismantling of equipment • Hazards and Risks • User Responsibilities

How long does the course last?

This is a half day course (4 Hours).

How many delegates can be trained in 1 session?

Maximum of 12 delegates Where can Browns Ladders carry out the Training?

We can provide training either at our approved training centre or at your location to suit your needs.

We guarantee your operatives will receive the highest level of training in the use of Low Level Access Equipment.

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NATIONALLY RECOGNISED ACCREDITED LOW LEVEL ACCESS TRAINING COURSE

NATIONALLY RECOGNISED ACCREDITED LOW LEVEL ACCESS TRAINING COURSE

Who is this course Aimed at?

The Nationally Recognised Accredited low level course is recommended for any person who uses low level access equipment. Items including Podium Steps, Folding and Low Level Access Towers have become increasingly widespread in the building industry. This training is aimed at staff & operatives from all workplaces such as construction sites, schools, hospitals, colleges & shops, and industrial units. This training course is ideal for operatives that are using access equipment that is 2.0m or below.

What tests will I undertake: This course will have both theory and practical sessions.

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In House Safe Use & Pre-Use Inspection of Harnesses & Lanyards

This course would also suit managers, charge hands, maintenance staff and supervisors who also manage any work at height that would require the use of harnesses.

What will I gain from taking this course?

It aims to provide delegates with basic practical & theoretical knowledge required to effective select and use fall arrest & restraint equipment and to carry out pre-use harness & lanyard inspections. Managers and supervisors will be able to assess whether their work force are using harness equipment safely and in harmony with current safe working practices.

What will I learn on this course?

• Health & Safety Laws & regulations.

• Responsibilities of employees and employers under these laws and regulations • Different types of harnesses and lanyards • Safe inspection of equipment • How to put on and wear harnesses • Working safely with harnesses and lanyards • Storage of harnesses and lanyards • Questions & Answers

What will I need to bring on this course?

Safety footwear, Gloves, Suitable head protection, suitable clothing, *harness and gloves for the practical session.

Do I need any previous experience?

A working knowledge of harnesses would be an advantage but is not essential. All delegates MUST be physically fit and able to carry out any practical during the service.

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes, a certificate of training in the safe use and pre use checks of Harness equipment.

This will last for 3 years.

How long does the course last? ½ Day (4 hours) We can pair this course with another ½ day course like Ladders & Steps, Manual Handling, Abrasive Wheels or Work at Heights.

How many delegates can be trained in 1 session?

Maximum of 12 delegates Where can Browns Ladders carry out the Training?

We can provide training either at our approved training centre or at your location to suit your needs.

We guarantee your operatives will receive the highest level of training of Harnesses and Lanyards.

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IN HOUSE SAFE USE & PRE - USE INSPECTION OF HARNESSES & LANYARDS

IN HOUSE SAFE USE & PRE - USE INSPECTION OF HARNESSES & LANYARDS

Who is this course Aimed at?

Employer’s / employees who, as part of their operational duties, must carry out or supervise any projects when working at height which may involve the use of harnesses & lanyards.

What tests will I undertake?

Lecture, theory assessment, practical training & assessments.

Work at Heights Training

WORKING AT HEIGHTS TRAINING

Who is this course Aimed at?

The Work at Heights training course gives candidates the underpinning knowledge of the Work at Height Regulations 2005 and other health & safety law. It also gives an overview of risk assessment relating to safe working at heights. This course targets employers, the self employed and any person that controls the work of others such as facilities managers or building owners.

Aims The aim of this course is to keep it simple and real, whilst all the key subjects are covered of how to work safely at height. The course concentrates on what the delegate really needs to know for the type of work being done, for specific applications and work locations.

What will I gain from taking this course?

Attendees should complete the service with knowledge of the Work at Height Regulations 2005 and other relevant health & safety law. Its also give an overview of risk assessment relating to safe working at heights.

On completion of this course delegates will be competent to work safely at height with strong hazard awareness and sound theoretical knowledge and practical experience of using fall arrest equipment. Delegates will have the ability to assess the risks and requirements needed for safely working at height n their scope of work.

They will also be able to use their job specific fall protection equipment with a high level of efficiency and confidence, as well as have the practical ability to utilize the equipment correctly and safely.

What will I learn on this course?

The course focuses on what you need to know to use the right working at height safety equipment in order to create the safest working environment possible. The course also develops and instructs on safe methods of working according to the trade and specific work.

• The ability to define ‘height work’ • Identify accident causation in height work • An overview of legislation applicable to height work • An appreciation of planning & organisation of work at height • The ability to identify hazards in working at height • Appreciate the merits of risk assessment & safety inspections.

What tests will I undertake?

Lecture – there are no Theory or Practical tests What will I need to bring on this course?

N/A Do I need any previous experience?

N/A Will I receive a certificate?

Yes, a certificate in the safe work at heights training will be issued.

This will last for 3 years.

How long does the course last?

With this being a half day course (4 Hours), we can carry out 2 sessions in 1 day to cater for larger groups. Alternatively, we can pair this course with another ½ day course like Ladders & Steps, Manual Handling, Harnesses & Lanyards or Abrasive Wheels.

How many delegates can be trained in 1 session?

Maximum of 12 delegates Where can Browns Ladders carry out the Training?

We can provide training either at our approved training centre or at your location to suit your needs.

We guarantee your operatives will receive the highest level of training in Working at Height.

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WORKING AT HEIGHTS TRAINING

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Manual Handling

What will I gain from taking this course?

Attendees should complete the service with an understanding of the regulations as well as practical knowledge of lifting and moving.

They will be able to identify potential hazards and risks and determine the safest method of manual handling without injury.

Managers and supervisors will be able to assess whether their work force are using current safe working manual handling techniques.

What will I learn on this course?

• Introduction to manual handling • Lifting and carrying safely • Techniques to avoid injury and strain • Manual Handling risk assessments • How risk assessments apply to you • Lifting and carrying in special situations • How to recognise and avoid potential problems • Responsibilities of employers and employees.

What will I need to bring on this course?

N/A Do I need any previous experience?

N/A Will I receive a certificate?

Yes, A certificate of training in safe manual handling This will last for 3 years.

How long does the course last? ½ Day (4 hours) We can pair this course with another ½ day course like Ladders & Steps, Abrasive Wheels, Harnesses & Lanyards or Work at Heights.

How many delegates can be trained in 1 session?

Maximum of 12 delegates Where can Browns Ladders carry out the Training?

We can provide training either at our approved training centre or at your location to suit your needs.

We guarantee your operatives will receive the highest level of training.

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MANUAL HANDLING

MANUAL HANDLING

Who is this course Aimed at?

Our Manual handling course meets the needs of anyone whose work involves lifting or carrying loads. The course translates across all working sectors and all age groups and forms part of the employers Health & Safety statutory requirement.

The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 apply to a wide range of manual handling activities, including lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling or carrying. The load may be either inanimate – such as a box or a trolley, or animate - a person or an animal. This guidance gives useful practical advice for employers, managers, safety representatives and individual employees on how to reduce the risk of injury from manual handling.

What tests will I undertake?

Lecture & theory assessment.

Abrasive Wheels (Fitting, Using & Supervising)

What tests will I undertake?

Lecture, theory assessment, practical training & assessments.

ABRASIVE WHEELS

Who is this course Aimed at?

Operatives whose duties are to include working with and changing abrasive wheels equipment Inc: Hand held Grinders/disc cutters, STIHL saws, bench mounted grinders, cut off saws.

What will I need to bring on this course?

Safety footwear, Gloves, High impact Goggles or Visor P3 dust mask & hearing protection.

What will I gain from taking this course?

Attendees should complete the service with an understanding of the necessary control measures required for safe use of abrasive wheel equipment, include selection and fitting of disc’s and cutters.

Do I need any previous experience?

All delegates MUST have had a minimum of 3 months employment. They must also be physically fit, able to carry out the practical assessment and have sufficient experience in the work place to be deemed competent to use the equipment after successful training.

Managers and supervisors will be able to assess whether their work force are using abrasive wheel equipment safely and in harmony with current safe working practices.

What will I learn on this course?

• Review of current legislation • Review of HSG 17 (HSE Published guidance for abrasive wheels) • Detailed discussion on Noise, dust and vibration hazards and control • Changing and selection of wheel/disc types • Cutting methods and posture • Correct method of stopping and isolating • An Abrasive Wheels test

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes, a certificate of training in the safe use and pre use checks of hand held abrasive wheels equipment This will last for 3 years.

How long does the course last?

With this being a half day course (4 Hours), we can carry out 2 sessions in 1 day to cater for larger groups. Alternatively, we can pair this course with another ½ day course like Ladders & Steps, Manual Handling, Harnesses & Lanyards or Work at Heights.

How many delegates can be trained in 1 session?

Maximum of 12 delegates Where can Browns Ladders carry out the Training?

We can provide training either at our approved training centre or at your location to suit your needs.

We guarantee your operatives will receive the highest level of training in the mounting, use and maintenance of abrasive wheels.

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ABRASIVE WHEELS

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Emergency First Aid (1 DAY)

EMERGENCY FIRST AID

Who is this course Aimed at?

This course is ideal for a member or organisation that is likely to find them taking charge of a first aid emergency or assisting a qualified First Aider. Although not a compulsory requirement, Health & Safety executive recommends this course for those who are ‘appointed’ to take charge of first aid provision if the number of employees and occupational risks are low.

What tests will I undertake?

A number of Theory & Practical sessions will take place throughout the day.

What will I need to bring on this course?

You will not need to bring anything on this course.

Do I need any previous experience?

No previous experience is required as full basic training will be given.

What will I gain from taking this course?

This Emergency First Aid course is designed to offer essential basic skills and knowledge required to administer emergency first aid at work until someone more qualified is available to take charge of the situation.

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes, a certificate of training Emergency First Aid will be issued to all that pass this course.

This will last for 3 years.

Managers and supervisors will be able to assess whether their work force are using abrasive wheel equipment safely and in harmony with current safe working practices.

How long does the course last?

The course will last a full day (6 hours)

What will I learn on this course?

• Welcome to First Aid • What is First Aid • Unconscious Person • Recovery Position • Adult Resuscitation & CPR • Child Resuscitation & CPR • Choking • Wounds & Bleeding • Spillage of Body Fluids • Illness at Work • Any Topic appropriate to the workplace • Epilepsy • Asthma • Burns & Scolds • Fractures • Shock • First Aid Boxes • First Aid Records & procedures

How many delegates can be trained in 1 session?

Maximum of 12 delegates Where can Browns Ladders carry out the Training?

We can provide training either at our approved training centre or at your location to suit your needs.

We guarantee your employees will receive a high level of training in emergency first aid.

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Additional Training Courses

Mobile Elevated Work Platform Training Emergency First Aid, Fork Lift Truck Training Manual Handling Training

To book and for all other enquiries please visit www.BrownsLadders.co.uk or telephone 01282 615517

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