Employer Advice
HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM ALL AT QUALITY SAFETY TRAINING!
Unfortunately it hasn’t been the fresh new start or return to work that we were all hoping for with another National Lockdown now in force until at least the middle of February, however, we hope that those of you who are able to work are now back into the swing of things. As Construction is…
Read MoreWE WISH YOU A MERRY CHRISTMAS!! FROM ALL AT QUALITY SAFETY TRAINING!!
We have all experienced a tough year this year and some of us are still reeling from what has been a very traumatic time both personally and professionally. Here at Quality Safety Training, we are planning to continue to deliver courses via zoom as much as possible so that companies can be flexible in their…
Read MoreCORONAVIRUS SPOT CHECKS
You may have seen or heard that the HSE are currently carrying out spot inspections to ensure that businesses are COVID-secure. What does this mean? It means that you could potentially be visited by the HSE at any time and without prior warning. This could be seen as quite a daunting proposition, however, we mustn’t…
Read MoreQuality Safety Training is 10 Years Old!
That’s right, Quality Safety Training opened its doors as a training provider 10 years ago this month – and what a journey it’s been! So much has happened in that time, we have grown beyond all expectations. From one employee, we now have a dedicated team of fully qualified and experienced trainers and safety advisors.…
Read MoreNew e-Learning Course: Online Level 1 Health and Safety in a Construction Environment e-learning course
As the world of business is changing how it works, we all need to adapt and change as well. With the outbreak of the coronavirus, more and more people have been turning to the ‘virtual world’ by using video calling not only for keeping in touch with loved ones but also for conducting meetings, interviews…
Read MoreLEVEL 1 HEALTH AND SAFETY IN A CONSTRUCTION ENVIRONMENT (1HSC) – FAQ’s
You asked, we answered! See below for some of your FAQ’s! How do you check my ID and what ID do I need to have? You must have a photo ID that displays your name and date of birth. At the start of the online exam you are asked to show your ID to the…
Read MoreVIRTUAL TRAINING: THE NEW WAY FORWARD
Let us ask you a question: how many of you had heard of “zoom” before we were struck by the Coronavius pandemic? For those of you who answered that you had, then well done for being ahead of the game! For those of you who answered that you hadn’t, then you are probably among the…
Read MoreCOVID-19: Mental Health and Moving Forward
The coronavirus pandemic and subsequent lockdown to ease strain on the NHS hasn’t been easy for any of us. As well as business and the economy at large being affected, it has affected so many of us on a personal level. Whether you have lost loved ones or contracted the disease yourself and have had to…
Read MoreBehavioural safety: the bedrock of every great business
When it comes to workplace safety, there are many different ways you can keep yourself and your business protected. You can carry out risk assessments. You can ensure all employees are trained, and you can make everyone health and safety aware. However, a business is like a house and if its foundation is unstable, issues…
Read MoreMental Health In the Construction Industry
An industry survey conducted by Construction News revealed that a quarter of all construction workers have considered suicide and over half have experienced mental health problems. These figures are significantly above the national average and demand our close attention, as they indicate that the stresses of working in an industry with high customer demands, low…
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