Upcoming events

Tue 6 Jan 2026

1 day, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours 30 minutes)

This course is designed for anyone who operates scissor lifts, telescopic and articulating booms, vertical platforms, vehicle mounted platforms and tele-handlers with integrated controls. The course outlines relevant health and safety regulations, as well as potential risks, the need for personal protective equipment (PPE) and concludes with a theory test.

Tue 6 Jan 2026

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (4 hours)

One of the biggest causes of workplace accidents is back injuries, and these are often caused by poor lifting techniques. A lack of manual handling training can have a severe impact on the profitability of the organisation, especially when claims are raised by the injured party. In this course, we consider the practical considerations of manual handling work, looking both at the risk factors around manual handling, as well as basic manual handling techniques and loading limits. The course combines classroom and practical sessions.

Wed 7 Jan 2026

1 day, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours 30 minutes)

Assembling, dismantling, moving and using mobile access towers can be a dangerous business, with a high risk of personal injury both to those involved and those nearby. In this course, we look to train delegates to a high level of competence in the assembly, disassembly, inspection and use of these towers . The course also looks at current legislation and guidance, and contains both a written and practical assessment.

Wed 7 Jan 2026

8:30 AM - 12:30 PM (4 hours)

Asbestos is a serious hazard on construction sites. Over 2,500 workers lost their lives to it in 2005 and according to the Health and Safety Executive it is the biggest occupational risk for those in the construction trade. Employers in the UK are legally obliged to provide training with asbestos, and this course from the UK Asbestos Training Association (UKATA) is designed to give workers everything they need to protect themselves and how to deal with asbestos when discovered on site.

Wed 7 Jan 2026

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (4 hours)

The aim of the courses is to provide delegates with the necessary knowledge to undertake qualitative face fit testing in line with INDG479 and HSG53. INDG479 is the HSE’s Guidance on respiratory protective equipment (RPE) fit testing and the guide provides information on fit test methods, information on what can be achieved from a fit test and the core information to be included in a fit test report. All training is based on this best practise approach.

Thu 8 Jan 2026

8:00 AM - 12:30 PM (4 hours 30 minutes)

Based on guidance from the UK’s leading experts on ladder manufacture, maintenance and safety, this course from the Ladder Association scheme addresses issues raised by the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, as well as the Work at Height Regulations 2005. This course will ensure that delegates have knowledge and instructions required to use and select ladders and stepladders legally and safely.

Thu 8 Jan 2026

8:30 AM - 12:30 PM (4 hours)

This course combines IPAF's new Harness Awareness and Harness User courses together, in a half day classroom course. Designed for candidates who need to use or wear a harness themselves, who are generally MEWP operators.

Thu 8 Jan 2026

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (4 hours)

This new course is designed for candidates who are responsible for inspecting their company’s personal fall protection equipment (PFPE) and maintaining inspection records (including those required by law). Candidates are mostly company harness/safety inspectors. Candidates should first take the Harness Awareness and Harness User courses, before this course.

Thu 8 Jan 2026

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (4 hours)

It is well-known that misuse of ladders are a common hazard for causing injury to workers. This course is designed to outline the legislation around the use of ladders and how to inspect, register and use ladders to protect, inspect and operate safely. In order to take this course, the Ladder Association’s Ladder User Course must have been completed and passed before attempting the Ladder Association’s Ladder Inspection Course you must hold a valid Ladder Association identity card.

Fri 9 Jan 2026

1 day, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours 30 minutes)

The qualification will equip the first aider with skills to be able to confidently undertake emergency first aid if someone becomes ill or injured at work and consists of 6 hours of instructor led tuition with the emphasis on practical application of first aid skills

Fri 9 Jan 2026

1 day, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours 30 minutes)

This course is designed for anyone who operates scissor lifts, telescopic and articulating booms, vertical platforms, vehicle mounted platforms and tele-handlers with integrated controls. The course outlines relevant health and safety regulations, as well as potential risks, the need for personal protective equipment (PPE) and concludes with a theory test.

12 - 16 Jan 2026

1 week, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Health and Safety is of paramount importance on site, and ensuring that your employees are protected from harm is one of the primary duties for those in an on-site management position. The Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) Site Safety Plus course is designed to cover all aspects of health and safety on site. The course is recognised by The United Kingdom Contractors Group (UKCG) as meeting the requirement for all managers working on UKCG sites. CITB funding is available for this course - per person, per day – for ALL registered companies.

12 - 13 Jan 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

This refresher course will need to be taken no later than the expiry date of your last course taken. If this date has passed then you no longer qualified to hold the qualification and a re-qualification course may not be open to you due to timescales. Please check with your previous accrediting body. Proof of prior certification is required for this course.

Mon 12 Jan 2026

1 day, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (8 hours 30 minutes)

This course is designed for anyone who operates scissor lifts, telescopic and articulating booms, vertical platforms, vehicle mounted platforms and tele-handlers with integrated controls. The course outlines relevant health and safety regulations, as well as potential risks, the need for personal protective equipment (PPE) and concludes with a theory test.

Tue 13 Jan 2026

8:30 AM - 12:30 PM (4 hours)

This course combines IPAF's new Harness Awareness and Harness User courses together, in a half day classroom course. Designed for candidates who need to use or wear a harness themselves, who are generally MEWP operators.

Tue 13 Jan 2026

10:15 AM - 11:15 AM (1 hour)

Sit your CITB HS&E Test at a date and time convenient to you, at our easily accessible test centre in Leicestershire. With free on-site parking, we will provide you with a comfortable, out of town environment to sit your test hassle-free. Without this you cannot undertake work on most construction sites. Your CSCS card acts as proof of identity and demonstrates your competence in performing the job in a safe manner. Based on your job role and qualification you may apply for different tests and cards.

Tue 13 Jan 2026

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (4 hours)

This new course is designed for candidates who are responsible for inspecting their company’s personal fall protection equipment (PFPE) and maintaining inspection records (including those required by law). Candidates are mostly company harness/safety inspectors. Candidates should first take the Harness Awareness and Harness User courses, before this course.

Tue 13 Jan 2026

2:15 PM - 3:15 PM (1 hour)

Sit your CITB HS&E Test at a date and time convenient to you, at our easily accessible test centre in Leicestershire. With free on-site parking, we will provide you with a comfortable, out of town environment to sit your test hassle-free. Without this you cannot undertake work on most construction sites. Your CSCS card acts as proof of identity and demonstrates your competence in performing the job in a safe manner. Based on your job role and qualification you may apply for different tests and cards.

14 - 15 Jan 2026

2 days, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

This course is designed for learners who have completed the CITB Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) course and are looking to update and renew their knowledge. It includes a review of the material covered in the original course, as well as providing an update on legislative changes and an introduction to new subjects. CITB funding is available for this course - per person, per day – for ALL registered companies.