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Learn the basics of asbestos awareness
Asbestos is a danger in many different sectors and it is estimated that 20 tradesmen, 4 plumbers, 6 electricians and 8 joiners die every week from this hidden killer. It is important to know when there may be a risk…
Course of the week – Oxygen Provider
This course is aimed at anyone who requires a course in oxygen for first aid. The certificate is valid for 3 years and a recommended annual refresher. This course covers the basics of how to deliver oxygen in a first…
Coaching online course live – Learn the basics of coaching in the workplace.
ProTrainings have launched the latest in their office based skills by releasing a video online coaching course. Coaching is a process that develops a person to do either the job that they are hired to do or the job that…
Rapid blood test for Ebola has been approved
The World Health Organisation has approved a blood test that can give a result on if a patient has Ebola within minutes not hours. Existing tests can take 12-24 hours to get a result which can cause problems with care management in…
Extra funding pledged by government of £300 million
David Cameron has pledged £300 million to help fund Dementia research and training. There are 850,ooo people living with Dementia in the UK and this figure is expected to exceed 1 million within 10 years. The government said a separate…
Updated Data Barring Service documents released
There are updated DBS guidelines just been released on the Government website. You can download these updated guides here.
Course of the week – Moving and Handling Level 2
This course is aimed at anyone who requires a course in manual handling and is ideal for all workplace requirements. The course is designed to meet the requirements and recommendations of the HSE Manual Handling Regulations 1992. Correct manual handling…
Course of the week – Anaphylaxis Awareness
This course is aimed at anyone who requires a course in anaphylaxis awareness. The course covers the use of Epi-Pens, Emerade and Jext as well as recognition of signs, treatment, concerns and activating the EMS as well as care for…
Course of the week – Risk Assessment Level 2
Risk Assessment is a trainer led course that is delivered over a full day. The course is also available as a video online course. The course aims are to give an understanding of the importance of risk assessment and current…
Helicopter Team Rescues Dog
A dog is in good health after being pulled from a swollen river in a dramatic airborne rescue. The small brown pup, whose name is unknown, was spotted floating down Los Angeles River following thunderstorms on Friday afternoon. Witnesses said…

