Keith Sleightholm

Joined: 27 May 2025
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ProTrainings.uk

8 Best Practices for Managing Staff Certifications

Quick Overview: Practice Key Benefit Central Database Simplifies data management and improves accuracy Automatic Tracking Reduces admin work and ensures timely renewals Renewal Steps Keeps certifications up-to-date Alert Systems Prevents missed deadlines Training Access Ensures compliance through accessible learning Regular…

Keith Sleightholm
15 August 2025

ProTrainings.uk

Health and Safety Compliance: A Basic Guide

Health and safety compliance ensures a safe work environment for everyone – employees, visitors, and contractors. In the U.S., OSHA sets the rules, but compliance is more than following laws. It involves risk assessments, clear policies, and regular training to…

Keith Sleightholm
12 August 2025

First Aid

Basic Life Support (BLS): A Guide to Saving Lives

Basic Life Support (BLS): A Guide to Saving Lives Basic Life Support (BLS) refers to the techniques used to keep someone alive in an emergency until professional medical help arrives. This includes providing Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), rescue breaths, and chest…

Keith Sleightholm
8 August 2025

ProTrainings.uk

A Brief History of AED Units: Saving Lives One Shock at a Time

A Brief History of AED Units:Saving Lives One Shock at a Time Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) are now a common sight in public spaces, workplaces, and schools, playing a crucial role in saving lives during sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) incidents.…

Keith Sleightholm
5 August 2025

First Aid, First Aid Equipment

How to Build a Custom First Aid Kit for Your Industry

How to Build a Custom First Aid Kit for Your Industry When it comes to workplace safety, one size does not fit all. Whether you run a construction site, a beauty salon, or a corporate office, having a custom first…

Keith Sleightholm
1 August 2025

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What the HSE Looks for in First Aid Training Providers

What the HSE Looks for in First Aid Training Providers Choosing a first aid training provider isn’t just about finding a course—it’s about ensuring compliance with UK law. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) sets specific standards that employers must…

Keith Sleightholm
29 July 2025

Uncategorised

How to Stay Compliant with the HSE’s First Aid Guidelines in 2025

How to Stay Compliant with the HSE’s First Aid Guidelines in 2025 As we move into 2025, employers across the UK must ensure their first aid provision aligns with the latest HSE first aid guidelines. Failing to comply with legal…

Keith Sleightholm
22 July 2025

Uncategorised

Understanding Martyn’s Law and Your Legal Duty to Prepare

Understanding Martyn’s Law and Your Legal Duty to Prepare In response to rising threats and the tragic events of the 2017 Manchester Arena attack, the UK government is introducing Martyn’s Law (also known as the Protect Duty). This legislation places…

Keith Sleightholm
18 July 2025

First Aid

Are Your First Aiders Trained for Catastrophic Bleeds?

Are Your First Aiders Trained for Catastrophic Bleeds? First aid training traditionally focuses on everyday injuries like minor cuts, sprains, and burns. But what if the emergency is far more serious—like a catastrophic bleed? A catastrophic haemorrhage can lead to…

Keith Sleightholm
15 July 2025

50 Plus First Aid, First Aid, First Aid at Work, First Aid Equipment

The Life-Saving Difference Between CPR and Defibrillation

The Life-Saving Difference Between CPR and Defibrillation When someone suffers a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), every second counts. In those critical early minutes, understanding the difference between CPR and defibrillation can mean the difference between life and death. Although they…

Keith Sleightholm
11 July 2025