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Course Name : Apprenticeship Access Courses - Various Trades

Category : Other

The aim of these courses is to improve learner opportunites by providing learners with essential knowledge and practical skills to support future progress in their selected trade.  On successful completion, there is the possibility of an employed apprenticeship with NWTC or one of our member companies and every effort is made by NWTC to find suitable companies.

Please refer to the 'Apprenticeship' section for details of all the Apprenticeship Access Courses delivered at NWTC.


Course Name : The Achievement Measurement 2 (AM2) – Practical Performance Assessment Test

Category : Electrical

The North West Training Council (NWTC) opened the Achievement Measurement (AM2) Test Centre in December 2007


Course Name : Basic Pneumatics

Category : Engineering

Course Name : Abrasive Wheels

Category : Other

After being in operation for 27 years, the Abrasive Wheels Regulations were revoked from the 5th December 1998.

The Provision and Use of Work Equipment 1998 Regulations have taken its place.
 
The guidance to Regulation 12 of this law states:
 
Providing information and training for workers in the correct handling and mounting of abrasive wheels, (including pre-mounting and storing procedures) is also necessary to reduce the risk of bursting“.
 
As an employer there is still a legal requirement to train all staff who use and change abrasive wheels.
 
NWTC have trained over 3,000 people in the correct procedures for the mounting and use of abrasive wheels.

Course Name : ACS

Category : Other

  

North West Training Council
 is a BPEC Approved Domestic Assessment Centre fully equipped
to cater for Individuals within the gas industry.

 

Certificates of competency are required for CORGI registration in the areas of gas work intended.

Course Name : IOSH Working Safely

Category : Health and Safety

Working safely is for people at any level, in any sector, needing a grounding in the essentials of health and safety. Everyone at work should have an understanding of why they must ‘work safely’ – and this course offers exactly that.


Course Name : IOSH Managing Safely

Category : Health and Safety

No more ‘death by PowerPoint’. We know that getting people fully involved, having fun, and learning by doing, is the way to achieve health and safety training success. We want to get delegates really thinking about what they’re learning – and having the confidence and enthusiasm to put it into practice when they’re back at work.


Course Name : Power Press Legislation

Category : Engineering

How can our training course be of benefit to your business?

For most organisations, having a well motivated and competent Power Press Maintenance and Production staff is essential.

NWTC will ensure that your staff are trained in accordance with current legislationill give them the skills and knowledge needed to safely operate power presses.

 


Course Name : 17th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations

Category : Electrical

Are you or your staff fully conversant with the 17th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations (including the first & second amendments?)

NWTC have the latest version of the 17th Edition course including all the requirements for safety.


Course Name : 17th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations Update

Category : Electrical

If you passed your 16th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations AFTER June 2001, you will qualify to just do a 1 day course and 1 hour exam, as opposed to a 3 day course with a 2 hour exam to obtain your 17th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations certificate.


Course Name : City and Guilds 2377-12 (PAT)

Category : Electrical

 

Formerly Inspection and Testing of Portable Appliances

Inspection and testing of electrical equipment should be carried out by persons who have adequate knowledge and experience of electrical work so as not to put themselves and others in danger. This is a requirement of the present legislation.

Please note there are two assessments. The first assessment is a practical test. You will be assessed during the course. The second is in the form of an on line multiple choice test. Basic use of a computer is required. (If you need some training on the use of a computer, this will be given to you free of charge on the day of the training course). The test is an open book test, candidates should purchase a copy of ‘Code of Practice for In-Service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment’ 3rd Edition. This multiple choice test will take place one week after the training course.

 


Course Name : City and Guilds 2391 Inspection, Testing and Certification of Electrical Installations

Category : Electrical

Duration

Three and a half days (1 day per week plus a half day assessment) plus evening exam


Course Name : PASMA Mobile Access Tower Scaffolding

Category : Health and Safety

Who should attend

Any person involved in the erection, dismantling, supervision or use of mobile access towers. Health & Safety Legislation stipulates the requirement for competent personnel.

Course Name : Ladders-Steps Safety

Category : Health and Safety

The practical course is designed to

  • Identify the importance of following Health and Safety Procedures
  • Erect suitable equipment using correct procedures and regulations
  • Handle equipment in a safe manner
  • Carry out fault diagnosis on equipment

Course Name : Risk Assessment

Category : Health and Safety

How can our training course be of benefit to your business? 

By ensuring your Company meets its legal obligations relative to Risk Assessments in the workplace.

Risk Assessments are now the cornerstone of good Health & Safety practice and apply to every aspect of workplace activity.


Course Name : COSHH in Practice

Category : Health and Safety

How can our training course be of benefit to your business?

To provide guidance on implementing the requirements of the Regulations and prepare an outline Action Plan for ensuring compliance.

To understand the purpose of conducting an assessment of Substances and Materials, which are Used, Handled, Transported and Stored in the place of work, the maintenance of Records and instituting controls are required.

Prerequisites

Some knowledge of the use of hazardous substances within your workplace


Course Name : Manual Handling

Category : Health and Safety

Benefits

Delegates will understand the legal duties imposed under various health & safety legislation with particular reference to risk assessment procedures and documentation.

They will also be aware of safe manual handling techniques that will prevent accidents.


Course Name : Safe Working at Heights

Category : Health and Safety

How can our training course be of benefit to your business?

By preventing fatalities and serious injuries. Working at heights is the biggest cause of deaths in the workplace and second biggest cause of serious and major injuries.

By enabling the creation of safety awareness at heights and the implementation of safe working practices


Course Name : Basic Hydraulics

Category : Engineering

Objectives

To provide course members with an appreciation of typical hydraulic systems and
raise their awareness and understanding of health and safety requirements.


Course Name : Basic Mechanical Maintenance

Category : Engineering

Course Designed For

Craftsmen, Technicians or personnel requiring a knowledge of
current mechanical practices (ideal for electrical engineers).


Course Name : Basic Electrical Maintenance

Category : Electrical

Brief Description of Course

The course is of ten day's duration, the first five days concentrating on Single Phase circuits, i.e.

  • Several lighting circuits and socket circuits, taking into account the switching systems and the current rating of the cables involved
  • Testing for continuity and insulation of conductors using recognised test instruments
  • Connecting relays to operate in sequence by using standard interlocking techniques

The second half of the programme relates mainly to 3 Phase AC Induction Motors and the principal of operation, along with the methods of control. Also included is how to read circuit diagrams and the interface between Control and PLC units.


Course Name : First Aid at Work

Category : Health and Safety

It is a requirement of the Health and Safety law that employers should provide a safe and healthy environment for their employees.  If the assessment of First Aid needs highlights the need for qualified First Aiders, then this course will provide you with suitable, highly trained personnel.

This comprehensive three-day course covers a wide range of First Aid emergencies, enabling all participants to deal with an emergency situation with confidence in a prompt, safe, and effective way.

The course will give the participants a qualification to the highest level of First Aid, meeting the statutory requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.


Course Name : First Aid at Work Requalification

Category : Health and Safety

It is a requirement of the Health and Safety law that employers should provide a safe and healthy environment for their employees.  If the assessment of First Aid needs highlights the need for your First Aiders to maintain their qualification, then this course will provide you with that. 

This comprehensive two- course covers a wide range of First Aid emergencies, enabling all participants to deal with an emergency situation with confidence in a prompt, safe, and effective way. In addition to this, it gives the First aiders a update on any changes to protocols since their last course.

The course will give the participants a qualification to the highest level of First Aid, meeting the statutory requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.


Course Name : One-Day Emergency First Aid at Work Course (EFAW)

Category : Health and Safety

This HSE approved qualification came into effect on 1st October 2009, along with new guidance on assessing the needs of First Aid in your workplace. Your risk assessment of First Aid needs may well identify the need for Emergency First Aiders either as an addition to your First Aiders, or where the risk of your business is low; it may well identify them as being sufficient without the need of additional First Aiders.

It is critical that you familiarise yourself with the new assessment table of First Aid needs before making your decision. Please contact us if you wish us to help you do the assessment or if you need any guidance.


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