1st June 2023
The WJA is a trade association representing contractors, manufacturers, hirers and other organisations that have a professional and commercial interest in high-pressure water jetting.
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1st June 2023
19th May 2023
The annual Cold Comfort conference and exhibition leads the debate at the heart of the winter and extreme weather service sector, providing the highway and transportation industry with the only specialist conference dedicated to winter and extreme weather services.
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19th May 2023
27th April 2023
The key aim of World Day for Safety and Health at Work is to raise awareness of workplace safety and health issues, as well as promote international cooperation and collaboration on these important issues.
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27th April 2023
3rd April 2023
Many jobs require personnel to work in confined spaces, including a range of construction worker roles, electricians, plumbers, utility installers, site inspectors, exterminators and rescue personnel. Some of these staff will be required to work alone, whilst others will operate as part of a team.
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3rd April 2023
21st March 2023
Skills Training Centre is set to attend the 2023 Centre Quality Event being hosted by City & Guilds Land Based Services at their Wakefield Office on 4 April.
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21st March 2023
13th March 2023
We provide a training package subscription service that is available to all schools in the London Borough of Barnet, offering them unlimited places on a range of Health and Safety and Welfare training courses for a fixed annual fee.
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13th March 2023
7th March 2023
We provide a reactive and professional response to training requests and our flexibility allows us to accommodate last-minute requirements as well as those booked in advance.
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7th March 2023
28th February 2023
Skills Training Centre is an accredited LANTRA centre, which means we’re approved to deliver LANTRA courses to our delegates.
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28th February 2023
8th February 2023
If you’re considering working with a company and their values strike a chord with you, it’s highly likely that the partnership will thrive.
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8th February 2023
31st January 2023
new roads and street works
You may be aware that Skills Training Centre launched an online NRSWA course last year. Supplementing our face-to-face courses, this offering gives learners flexibility and therefore convenience.
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31st January 2023
new roads and street works
2nd December 2022
highways sector scheme 12d
National Highways Sector Schemes are quality management systems, designed for organisations working on UK Road Networks, to have a trained and competent workforce. The scheme aims to ensure that all work carried out meets the industry benchmarks; demonstrating competency and working towards continually improving standards. The Scheme has a strong emphasis on health, safety and the environment for both road users and operators.
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2nd December 2022
highways sector scheme 12d
10th November 2022
building maintenance and caretakers
Being a Caretaker requires a wide variety of skills and it is essential that your skillset is updated or refreshed on a regular basis within the workplace.
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10th November 2022
building maintenance and caretakers
17th October 2022
high pressure water jetting
High-pressure water jetting does not refer to the average car power washer, it relates to a jetting system that can produce about 30 times that pressure. High-pressure water jetting is used across a wide range of industries; it is economical, environmentally friendly and extremely versatile, making it a popular choice in commercial, industrial and domestic environments.
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17th October 2022
high pressure water jetting
10th October 2022
health and safety
November and December are very popular months in the UK for bonfires and firework displays; with Diwali, Bonfire Night and the approaching Festive Season - providing enjoyment for all the family. However, they can also be extremely dangerous and pose a threat to life if the correct safety procedures aren’t in place.
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10th October 2022
health and safety
21st September 2022
highway inspection
Skills Training Centre is listed in the Institute of Highway Engineers The Highway Safety Inspectors Training and Certification Scheme document as one of the five approved training providers for this programme.
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21st September 2022
highway inspection
2nd September 2022
winter maintenance
A cost-effective way of ensuring that winter service operations are being carried out safely and correctly is to ensure that operatives, supervisors and managers are adequately trained and assessed.
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2nd September 2022
winter maintenance
22nd August 2022
other training courses
Skills Training Centre, have some amazing courses available throughout the remainder of 2022 and into early next year. From Manual Handling to Fire Safety; we have a range of courses that are suitable for complete beginners or candidates looking to improve and perfect their skillset.
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22nd August 2022
other training courses
1st August 2022
new roads and street works
We have set up an online training course for candidates to complete, in their own time and at their own pace, before attending their NRSWA course here at Skills Training Centre. This online course is also suitable for candidates to use post-course as an aid to help them with any re-tests they may need to do as a result of failed units.
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1st August 2022
new roads and street works
18th July 2022
On Thursday 30th June 2022, Skills Training Centre hosted their second 2-day coaching session. It was another great opportunity for the team to share their ideas to shape the business's direction moving forward.
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18th July 2022
4th July 2022
Karen has worked at Skills Training Centre for 20 years and is moving on to join the London Ambulance Service, a life-long ambition of hers.
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4th July 2022
27th June 2022
other training courses
Skills Training Centre provides a comprehensive range of quality and cost-effective courses and training programmes from a wide selection of accreditations and providers.
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27th June 2022
other training courses
13th June 2022
other training courses
On Wednesday 25th May 2022, Skills Training Centre held a coaching day for all staff. This was a fantastic opportunity for all of the different teams to get together and share in the shaping and direction of the company post-pandemic.
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13th June 2022
other training courses
9th May 2022
playground inspection
For many people, work is a significant part of their lives. On average, employees spend around 40 hours a week at work, so it’s essential to ensure that the mental health of all colleagues is safeguarded.
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9th May 2022
playground inspection
25th April 2022
school health & safety and welfare
Playgrounds and outdoor play equipment can help children to develop cognitively, physically, socially and emotionally; allowing them to enjoy the fresh air and open spaces with their friends and family in a fun environment. However faulty equipment, improper surfaces and incorrect installation can halt the fun in an instance.
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25th April 2022
school health & safety and welfare
11th April 2022
grounds maintenance / health and safety
A well-maintained property or business doesn’t just include internal factors and systems. Outdoor spaces also need to be subject to regular maintenance in order to comply with health and safety regulations and it also gives a great first impression to customers, visitors and employees. The primary goal of grounds maintenance is to improve the appearance of landscaped features.
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11th April 2022
grounds maintenance / health and safety
21st March 2022
first aid at work / health and safety / other training courses / school health & safety and welfare
Skills Training Centre have been providing a comprehensive range of quality and cost effective short courses to Schools and Teaching Centres for more than 20 years.
As we all adjust to life amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, it still remains our priority to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our community. Skills Training Centre are currently offering all London Borough of Barnet Schools and Teaching Centre’s unlimited places to a vast range of our training courses for one fixed annual fee. The courses have been specifically selected to meet the needs of Primary/Junior/ Secondary Schools, Nursery Schools; Special Educational Needs schools and children centre’s.
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21st March 2022
first aid at work / health and safety / other training courses / school health & safety and welfare
25th February 2022
health and safety / other training courses / school health & safety and welfare / working at heights
According to the HSE “On average, they cause 40 per cent of all reported major injuries and can also lead to other types of serious accidents, for example falls from height.” Slips, trips and falls are also said to be the most common causes of employee compensation claims - so it definitely pays to try to prevent these from occurring.
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25th February 2022
health and safety / other training courses / school health & safety and welfare / working at heights
11th February 2022
health and safety / other training courses / school health & safety and welfare / supervision and management
It is an unfortunate truth that accidents within the workplace happen on a regular basis. According to the HSE Health and Safety at Work report, in 2020/21, an estimated 441,000 injuries occurred at work and 1.7 million working people were suffering from a new or ongoing work-related illness. In this article we will discuss RIDDOR; what it means, what needs to be reported and the importance of ensuring accidents are reported to prevent further incidents from occurring.
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11th February 2022
health and safety / other training courses / school health & safety and welfare / supervision and management
31st January 2022
building maintenance and caretakers / health and safety / supervision and management / working at heights
Falls from height remain the single biggest cause of workplace deaths and one of the main causes of major and life-changing injuries. Whether you work at height every day for your job or only on occasion when doing DIY, working safely should always remain a top priority.
In this article we will discuss what working at heights entails, what are the regulations, discuss the top 10 safety tips and the training courses Skills Training Centre can provide.
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31st January 2022
building maintenance and caretakers / health and safety / supervision and management / working at heights
10th January 2022
other training courses
With every new year comes a list of resolutions that we all strive to maintain throughout the year. Whether that be fitness goals, healthy eating, spending more time with family and less time aimless scrolling on our phones. According to research from Finder 54% of the UK population will set a New Year’s resolution in 2022.
At Skills Training Centre we would love to play a vital role in providing courses and training that allows for people to not only stick to their resolutions but succeed in them too. In this article we have compiled a list of resolutions and what training methods we can provide that attribute to achieving resolutions and maintaining them.
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10th January 2022
other training courses
20th December 2021
other training courses
After the crazy year we’ve all had, this Christmas, now more than ever, we are all excited to spend time with our loved ones over the holidays. But what does Christmas mean to you?
Do you love the whole December celebrations; from putting up decorations, perhaps seeing snow fall, the sound of Christmas music playing on the radio? Is it the giving of Christmas gifts? The long-awaited and much needed time with family and friends? For each and every one of us, Christmas means something different.
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20th December 2021
other training courses
6th December 2021
health and safety / other training courses / winter maintenance / working at heights
Christmas is a very special time of year. During the festive season, we are all busy organising gatherings with friends and family, trying to out do our neighbours outdoor Christmas lights and having homes full of excited family members. However it's in this excitement that health and safety precautions lax and accidents happen. According to the RoSPA more than 80,000 people go to A&E each year for Christmas-related accidents and over 6,000 of these need to be admitted.
Skills Training Centre have put together 12 Days of Christmas health and safety tips. Follow these in order to keep you and your family safe over the holidays.
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6th December 2021
health and safety / other training courses / winter maintenance / working at heights
25th November 2021
first aid at work / other training courses / school health & safety and welfare
Regardless of your industry or working environment, there are always fire hazards and risks that need to be managed and prevented. It's essential that the correct procedures are in place as well as mandatory fire training for all employees to guarantee that they are aware of the protocol if a situation should arise. We have created this article enlisting our top 3 tips that you should ensure are followed to create a safe working environment.
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25th November 2021
first aid at work / other training courses / school health & safety and welfare
1st November 2021
confined spaces
If the correct training and precautions aren’t taken, working in confined spaces can be very dangerous. Sadly numerous people are killed or seriously injured each year in the UK, across a wide range of industries. Those killed include people working in the confined space and those who try to rescue them without proper training and equipment. In this article we will discuss what a confined space is, the regulations and training Skills Training Centre can provide.
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1st November 2021
confined spaces
6th October 2021
In September 2021, Skills Training Centre embarked on a full rebrand of their company including a new logo and website. We spoke to the three Directors; Tim, Karen and Claudine to hear all about the rebranding and how they believe it will help benefit the business.
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6th October 2021
8th September 2021
highways sector scheme 12d / new roads and street works
Traffic Management Operatives are fundamental in supporting road workers, by providing and implementing safety equipment in order for work to be carried out on highways. Sector Schemes have been developed within an ISO9001 framework in partnership with key organisations in the highways industry and are designed to ensure that all work is carried out by a trained and competent workforce and completed to industry and nationally recognised standards.
In this article we will discuss what a Traffic Management Operative is, what training courses are required and provided by Skills Training Centre and who the training is suitable for.
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8th September 2021
highways sector scheme 12d / new roads and street works
31st August 2021
health and safety
After more than a year of remote working and with the country starting to ease back into “normality” post lockdown; many employers are starting to reopen their offices and invite their teams back into the workplace.
As a provider of essential training, Skills Training Centre needed to ensure that course delivery continued, whilst ensuring the wellbeing and safety of their employees and course attendees remained a priority. In this blog we will discuss the ways in which we have adapted our workplace and the safety measures we have in place.
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31st August 2021
health and safety
18th August 2021
highway inspection / highways sector scheme 12d
The role of a Highway Safety Inspector is varied; requiring knowledge and experience in Highway Safety Inspections, NRSWA, highway enforcement and supervision of reactive highway maintenance works. Every decision made by a Highway Safety Inspector on the importance and ranking of a defect could be critical to the safety of road users.
In this article we will discuss the role of a Highway Safety Inspector, the importance of their role in protecting the safety of our roads and to conclude we will explain the different types of training Skills Training Centre can provide and the relevance of each course.
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18th August 2021
highway inspection / highways sector scheme 12d
4th August 2021
other training courses
It's often difficult to manage and maintain a work-life balance so adding skill training or updating a potentially already established catalogue of skills is usually not high up on the priority list.
It is important to recognise that when we ignore our personal development, we risk getting left behind - whether it’s skills used for a hobby or for work. From a workplace and technological standpoint, investing in learning and self-development will not only help you stay ahead of the curve but maintain your relevance and to ensure your future career success.
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4th August 2021
other training courses
2nd August 2021
winter maintenance
In April 2020, National Rail and London Underground use had fallen by 99% and 96% compared to early-February, while bus passenger numbers plummeted by 88 per cent. On roads, in April 2020, the amount of traffic fell to below 40% relative to levels measured prior to lockdown.
However with the reopening of the country and the increase of travel that is expected to occur over the next few months, it is essential to prepare and ensure you and your team have the necessary training ready for the winter season.
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2nd August 2021
winter maintenance
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