The Train the Trainer course does exactly what it says
It is a legal requirement that a number of people within an organisation take responsibility for the fire safety of a site. However, it is also necessary to educate staff about the hazards associated with fire. With this course you can do both as you will be trained as a fire warden and also develop the person’s skills in delivering presentations on the subject.
By taking advantage of this intense but ultimately rewarding three day course, you will be presented with both ‘Train the Trainer’ and ‘Fire Warden Training’ certification upon completion.
By the end of the course you should be ready to put your knowledge and skills to good use by being able to comfortably train other personnel within your organisation.
You will be taught on the course by instructors with more than 15 years of experience in the fire service and the training includes all the necessary fire training components.
The course includes all aspects of fire awareness and you will also benefit from the live fire training experience.
This course differs from others in that you will also be able to instruct other people and be able to deliver confident and powerful presentations, through individual coaching and constructive feedback.
Police appeal over Turbary Common arson attacks
Dorset Police are working with Dorset Fire and Rescue Service in identifying the gang of youths responsible for starting the blaze at Turbary Common in Bournemouth on Sunday night.
The local nature reserve was set alight by teenagers at around 11.20pm and fire crews were brought in following a high number of calls from local residents.
However, as the firefighters were tackling the heath fire, a separate incident was reported at a children’s play area which was close by.
A gang was spotted starting further fires in areas of heath and so the police were called in.
The arson and youth diversion manager at the fire service, Gaynor Mant, said:
“Arson is a deplorable act. It is important for everyone to remember that these type of fires tie up valuable fire service resources, resources that could be put to better use protecting the community.
“Dorset Fire and Rescue Service continues to work closely with our partners and local communities to raise arson awareness and its consequences.
“DFRS are working closely with Dorset Police to identify individuals involved in this incident and we would very much welcome anyone with information to contact the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
There were no injuries reported as a result of these fires.
Fire service called to tackle Dartford crop fire
It has been reported this week that fire crews were required to extinguish an extensive crop fire which began in a field close to Dartford in Kent.
Over 40 firefighters from the Kent Fire and Rescue Service were needed to take on the blaze at New Road, Horton Kirby on Monday.
The fire, which started at around 1pm, was just one of a number of recent call outs for the fire service as the warm weather has led to fields and vegetation drying out, providing fuel to burn.
Fire crew manager at Horton Kirby, Kevin Porter, has warned people of the dangers caused by the disposal of cigarettes and has urged them to do this in a safe manner.
He explained:
“As the conditions are very dry, these fires have the potential to spread very quickly, posing a threat to people, wildlife and buildings.
“We want to encourage people to take care and think about what they’re doing. For example, people should dispose of cigarettes safety, and drivers should refrain from discarding cigarettes through car windows while driving along as this, combined with dry grass verges, can easily start a fire.”
In these types of instances, arson is always a consideration.
He added:
“At this time of year another problem is young people deliberately setting fires.
“This activity is destructive and dangerous and those who cause them are putting themselves, and others, at serious risk, as well as diverting valuable firefighting resources from other incidents.”
Training your workers in manual handling
The statistics point to the fact that a high proportion of employee injuries with time off work lasting three days or more are due to manual handling. This is why it is important that you ensure all staff is well trained in this aspect of work.
Help is now at hand however in the form of manual handling training, which can give designated employees the ability to carry out their own manual handling risk assessments on your work premises to ensure it complies with the Manual Handling Regulations 1992, and the 2002 amendments.
This applies to a variety of activities in the workplace, including; pulling, pushing, lifting, carrying and lowering tasks. These regulations expect that manual handling activities will be avoided, wherever possible, and that all risks will be reduced to ensure a safe working environment for all employees.
You will find that there are many aspects to this training, so it is worth your time to read more about what the courses entail. Rest assured that the two manual handling courses – ‘Manual Handling Operations for Managers’ and ‘Safe Manual Handling Techniques’ – which are available, will be carried out by highly experienced instructors with many years of experience in the industry.
Fire Awareness Training – Scunthorpe
Trainer very informative & professional – Julie Kirton
Really interesting, good info presented in a friendly way – Wanda Kitchen
Well presented – Paul Johnson