First Aid at Work

First Aid Refresher

Emergency First Aid

Paediatric First Aid

Health and Safety in the Workplace

Risk Assessment

Fire Marshalling

Moving and Handling

Food Safety Level 2

Food Safety Level 3

Chainsaw NPTC/Lantra

Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue

Using a Chainsaw from a Rope and Harness

Pruning/Sectional Felling

Brushcutters/Trimmers

Woodchippers

Stump Grinders

Powered Pole Pruner

Hand Held Hedgetrimmers

Safe Use of Pesticides

Pest Control

Forklift Truck

ATV basic and Implement and Loads

Tractor Driving

Tractor Front End Loader

Tractor Slopes

Tractor Maintence

4x4

Access Platforms (MEWPs)

Winching tractor mounted

Winching hand

Health and Safety and Risk Management in Winching

Safe Use of Sawbench

Safe use of power tools - workshop safety - PUWER regs

Plant and Machinery

Mowers

Abrasive Wheels

Basic Welding – agricultural arc welding

Small Engine Maintenance

Working at Heights

Vehicle and Trailer B+E class

Transport of Animals – Certificate of Competence

Woodland Management Courses

Professional Tree Inspection

Rural Skills - Hedgelaying or Cornish Hedging and Dry Stone Walling

Animal Husbandry / Stock Handling / Animal Care

Assessment

First Aid at Work
Whether a person falls ill at work or suffers an injury the most important thing is that that person receives immediate attention. First aid at work covers the arrangements that must be made to ensure this happens. It can save lives and prevent minor injuries becoming major ones. This is a three day course, approved by HSE and, following sucessful assessment at the end of the 3 days, a certificate will be awarded that is valid for three years. The qualified person is then known as a first aider.

First Aid at Work - Refresher
The First Aid at Work Refresher course is for those who have already been successful with the four-day course and whose certificate is due for renewal. Renewal must be made before the expiry of the four-day certificate. The course will cover everything that was done on the four-day course plus any changes that have been implemented since. Assessment is exactly the same as the First Aid at Work

Emergency First Aid at Work
This is a day course, beneficial to everyone, and is sometimes otherwise known as Appointed Persons Course. The course covers unconsciousness, resuscitation, recovery position, burns, control of bleeding etc. Effective emergency treatment, before professional help arrives, can go a long way to reducing the effects of illness and injury. A certificate of attendance is awarded to all those who satisfy the crtiteria of being competent. It is recommended that this certificate is renewed at least every three years.

Paediatric First Aid
A course aimed at childminders as it is mandatory that anyone working with children should have first aid training
Course length – 2 days

Health and Safety in the Workplace
This is the first level qualification covering common Health and Safety issues in the workplace and focuses on best practice. The course will describe measures designed to protect people at work and that of others. The course will help candidates carry out activities more safely and give an understanding of Health and Safety issues with which they may not be directly involved.

Risk Assessment CIEH Level 2
The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) Level 2 Award in Principles of Risk Assessment is a new qualification designed to enable learners to understand the basic principles of risk assessment. This qualification will therefore give all employers the ability to contribute to the process and act to protect their own health and safety and that of others.

The 1 day course covers;
Main causes of accidents and ill health and their implications for people in the workplace
Legal requirements for risk assessment
Principles of risk assessment including hazards, risks, and control measures, the five steps of risk assessment, the hierarchy of control, risk assessment review and record keeping.

Assessment is based on a 30 question mutiple choice paper

The CIEH level 3 course is also available, please contact us for furher details

Fire Marshalling
A half-day course that will give both the employer and employee a better
understanding of the dangers of fire in the workplace. All places of work must comply with Fire Safety law and this course will cover the various legislation. It will also cover Fire Risk Assessments and the use of fire extinguishers.

Moving and Handling
Known by a variety of names including Moving and Handling, Manual Handling and People Handling, this is a half day course which can be tailored to meet your own specific requirements. Whether it is on specifics or in general, this course will cover the principles of safe handling, relevant legislation, spinal anatomy, risk assessment, postural awareness and back care etc. Practical demonstrations will be given where possible. The course is fully certificated.

Food Safety Level 2
Formerly known as Basic Food Hygiene this course covers the basic knowkedge necessary for all food handlers, whether food is the main product or service, as in manufacturing, catering or retail or part of the service. This course is designedto meet the essential knowledge thatthe food you make, serve or sell is perfectly safe to eat. This is a one day course which concludes with a 30 question, multiple choice exam. The pass mark is 20 and those successful will receive a certificate, valid for three years, issued by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health.

Food Safety Level 3
Formerly known as Intermediate Food Hygiene. Like the Level 2 award this course also coversmanufacturing, catering and retail for the food industry but is aimed at those in a supervisory grade. The course is held over three days and concludes with a 60 question multiple choice exam. The pass mark is 60% with those obtaining 80% or more gaining a credit pass. The awarding body is the Chatered Institute of Environmental Health and it is valid for 3 years.

Chainsaw NPTC
A professional qualification over 5 days with a separate later assessment that allows you to progress to further units if desired.

CS 30 +31 Maintenance, Crosscutting and Felling Small Trees (350mm) – 5 days
CS 30 Maintenance, Crosscutting – 2 days
CS 31 Felling Small trees up to 3500mm
CS 32 Felling Medium Trees up to 30" Diameter – 3 days
CS 34 Dealing With Ind. Windblown Trees

Chainsaw Lantra
Maintenance and Crosscutting - 2 days
Basic Felling up to 200mm diameter - 2 days
These are usually combined into a 4 day course

Lantra/NPTC Chainsaw Refreshers – 2 days
Details to follow – please contact us for more information

Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue
Details to follow – please contact us for more information

Using a Chainsaw from a Rope and Harness
Details to follow – please contact us for more information

Pruning/Sectional Felling
Details to follow – please contact us for more information

Brushcutters/Trimmers
Details to follow – please contact us for more information

Woodchippers
Details to follow – please contact us for more information

Stump Grinders
Details to follow – please contact us for more information

Powered Pole Pruner
Details to follow – please contact us for more information

Hand Held Hedgetrimmers
Details to follow – please contact us for more information

Safe Use of Pesticides – NPTC
This is a legally required qualification under the Control of Pesticides Regulations for anyone applying pesticides on a commercial basis. It is divided into 13 units.

Units
PA1 is the foundation unit covering legislation through the approved code of conduct and is a necessary pre-requisite before obtaining competency in further units.
PA2 to 13 are specific to the type of applicator being used. i.e.
PA6a (or aw near water) Hand held applicator e.g. knapsack sprayer
PA2 Ground crop sprayer – mounted or trailed

It is a legal requirement that any person;
a) born after 31st December 1964 unless working under the direct and personal supervision of a certificate holder
b) wishing to apply pesticides to land or property not owned or occupied by them or their immediate employer or
c) who is required to supervise a person who does not hold a certificate but is required to use pesticides

MUST have a Certificate of Competence

This training course is usually run as a two day course consisting of a combination of the PA1 foundation module on day 1 followed by the required unit (e.g. PA6aw) on day 2. The assessment will be aranged for later days.

Pest Control (Vermin Control)
Pest infestation can afflict the best-run business and dealing with it effectively requires knowledge and skill. Because many of the treatments involve the use of poisonous substances, it is essential that pest control is carried out by people who have received proper training.

Training is a legal requirement. Use of pesticides is governed by the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH) and the Food and Environment Protection Act 1985 (FEPA) The regulations require employers to ensure that pesticides are applied only by employees who have received appropriate training in their safe use. If you are self-employed, the regulations still apply.

Individual 1 day training and assessment courses (or combined units) in
Rodent Control, Rabbit and Mole Control, Grey Squirrel Control, Management of Pests in Grain Stores, Management of Flies in Livestock Housing, Domestic Insect Control.

Forklift Truck
Details to follow – please contact us for more information

ATV
Sit Astride ATV - Basic and Implement and Loads
Sit In ATV

Tractor Driving
The majority of farm accidents involve farm machinery and particularly tractors. Instruction on safe use is of paramount importance to employers and employees. This course is for tractor drivers with limited or no experience of the operation and daily use of a tractor. Emphasis will be on safety and competent use of the machine. The course content will include prevention of accidents, controls, daily checks, mounted implements, automatic hitching systems, trailed implements, pto shafts and work planning. The course will be run over three days. A course can be arranged for experienced users or those requiring a refresher training over either two or one days.

Tractor Front End Loader
A 1 day course covering specific use of the front end loader on the tractor.

Tractor on Slopes
An in depth look at how to use a tractor safely on inclines and slopes. Candidates should be experienced drivers and be familiar with the equipment. A course can be tailored to your specific site.

Tractor Maintenance
A poorly maintained tractor will shorten the lifespan of the vehicle and could also lead to lethal accidents. On this one day practical course, gain a thorough understanding of what needs to be done and how to do it. Learn from an expert who will teach you useful tips in tractor maintenance.

4x4
Choose from a 2 day Lantra certificated course or a 1 day 4x4 "experience" day. Delivered on an exciting and sometimes challenging site this course is ideal for both novice or experienced or those needing to gain confidence in off-road driving. The training methods covers both the theory of off-road driving as well as hands-on practice. The instructor is a 4x4 off-road specialist and enthusiast. Please contact us for more information.

Access Platforms (MEWPs)
Details to follow – please contact us for more information

Winching tractor mounted
Details to follow – please contact us for more information

Winching hand
Details to follow – please contact us for more information

Health and Safety and Risk Management in Winching
Suitable for any person who is to operate a hand or mechanical winch on or off the road. Recommended for many industries and work environments including Forestry, Local Authorities, Engineering, Recovery Operators, 4x4 Off Road Drivers. Training is a legal requirement if you use winches for business purposes. PUWER regulations require employers to ensure that adequate training is given and that winches are only used by those suitably trained in their safe use. This is a 1 day Lantra accredited course for up to 4 people. Course covers; Introduction to winching, Personal protective equipment, Safety of the scene, Winch types and equipment, The object, Methods of recovery, Practical recovery sessions.

Safe Use of Sawbench
Details to follow – please contact us for more information

Safe Use of Power Tools - Workshop Safety - PUWER regulations
Under the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) you must ensure that the work equipment you provide is suitable for use and purpose, is maintained and inspected and that people using work equipment have received adequate training, instruction and information for the particular equipment. If your staff or service users are using any portable power tools in a workshop environment then the PUWER regulations will apply. We can provide a tailor-made course of either a hald day or full day instruction to suit your number of users and workshop size.

Plant and Machinery
Details to follow – please contact us for more information

Mowers
Details to follow – please contact us for more information

Abrasive Wheels
A 1 day Lantra accredited individual course for hand held, bench mounted, electrical or petrol driven grinders or a combination of all of these.

Basic Welding
Agricultural arc welding – 1 or 2 day course tailored to suit your requirtemnets

Small Engine Maintenance
1 day course on the care and maintenance of small engines in mowers, blowers, brushcutters etc. The course covers 2 stroke and 4 stroke engines and can be tailored to suit your requirements or group.

Working at Heights
In 2005/06 falls from height accounted for 46 fatal accidents at work and around 3350 major injuries. They remain the single biggest cause of workplace deaths and one of the main causes of major injury. The Working at Heights Regulations apply to employers, the self-employed and anyone who works at height. It tells you what you need to do to comply with the Work at Height Regulations 2005, as amended by the Work at Height (Amendment) Regulations 2007. The r regulations apply to all work at height where there is a risk of a fall liable to cause personal injury.

What is ‘work at height’?
A place is ‘at height’ if (unless these Regulations are followed) a person could
be injured falling from it, even if it is at or below ground level.
‘Work’ includes moving around at a place of work (except by a staircase in a
permanent workplace) but not travel to or from a place of work. For instance, a
sales assistant on a stepladder would be working at height, but they would not be
inclined to apply the Regulations to a mounted police officer on patrol.

This course will cover both the theoretical requirements of the current "Working at Heights" legislation as well as the practical aspects of your work area. This training can be tailored to suit your group or business requirements and can cover the safe use of ladders, step ladders and the safe use of tower scaffolds. The course will be either part day or full day depending on your needs.

Vehicle and Trailer B+E class
(Trailer in excess of 750 kg/Maximum Authorized Mass in excess of 3.5 tonnes and no greater than 7.5 tonnes)

The course will comprise a total of 3 days plus DVLA test at a recognised test centre.

Day one is at Kensey Training, Launceston with an optimum of 6 candidates and includes initial theory, video and briefing on the requirements and regulations for the test. There will be a driving assessment, usually at Davidstow Airfield using your own vehicle and a trailer supplied by us.

This will be followed by 2 days of intensive instruction which will take place in the week running up to your official DVLA Test, usually arranged in groups of two candidates. We will only undertake this training once your test has been booked at Exeter Driver Test Centre. It may be that we can arrange instruction over weekends if necessary.

We will be providing a box trailer for instruction but would ask you to provide your own vehicle, which must strictly satisfy all legal requirements (this will be clarified on Day 1).

Candidates must bring their current correct driving licence on Day 1 and to the test

The cost for the training course is £420.00 including DVLA test fee (£110) and trailer hire.

If paid in full in advance on booking then a discounted price of £390 will apply.

Course content includes Off-highway:

• Coupling/de-coupling trailer and vehicle

• General manoeuvring skills

• Reversing in confined areas

• Reversing into defined parking space

• Parking vehicle alongside trailer

• Controlled stop procedures

On-highway:

• Driving combination in urban and rural conditions

• General road skills to LGV standards

Theory:

• Towing regulations

• Legal requirements

• Highway Code related to towing vehicles

• Paperwork needed for test

Further information: DVLA fact sheet INF30 Towing Vehicles in Great Britain available at

http://www.dvla.gov.uk/forms/onlineleaflets.aspx

 

Transport of Animals – Certificate of Competence
Details to follow – please contact us for more information

Woodland Management Courses
This is a four-day course and has three component topic areas.
Tree Identification.
Designing, Planting and Managing New Woodland
Managing Established Woodland

Professional Tree Inspection
Either a 1 day or 3 day professional Lantra course aimed tree surgeons
and woodland and estate managers.

Rural Skills - Hedgelaying, Cornish Hedging or Dry Stone Walling
Practical training covering the basic skills required to lay hedges in the traditional styles. Courses arranged from December through to late February / early March.

Dry stone walling and Cornish Hedging training for all levels of ability. Courses can be tailored to suit your requirements.

Animal Husbandry / Stock Handling / Animal Care
This one or 2 day course can be tailored specifically to the needs of the group. It can also be delivered on a one to one basis if required. Ideal for smallholders or people new to animal care, this course is delivered by a long standing farmer / instructor and the course will be both informative and enjoyable. Please contact us for more information or to discuss your requirments.

Assessment
All NPTC courses are assessed independently on an additional day.
The price quoted includes all NPTC assessment and registration fees.
Where appropriate, Lantra assessments are undertaken at the end of
the course and are included in the number of training days