Safe T Solutions

At Safe-T-Solutions, we take pride in offering comprehensive health and safety consultancy services tailored for businesses of all sizes.

Our lead consultant and Director, Richard Appleyard, is a graduate member of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH). All of our trainers and consultants are fully insured and registered with the relevant awarding bodies, ensuring expert support for your organisation.

Engaging a health and safety consultant makes sound financial sense for businesses, saving you over £55,000 compared to hiring a full-time safety manager. An external consultant provides a fresh perspective and brings a wealth of expertise developed through exposure to diverse environments and challenges. Our retained service packages allow you to acquire as much expertise, support, and training as you need, precisely when you need it.

Depending on the package you select, you may enjoy a variety of benefits, including on-site visits, telephone support, video call consultations, and email assistance.

A health and safety audit is crucial for identifying and documenting potential hazards or issues within the workplace. Often, these concerns can be challenging to recognise when you are immersed in the environment daily. By conducting a thorough audit, you can ensure that your workplace complies with health and safety regulations and create a safer working environment for all employees.

Creating method statements can be a time-consuming and essential task for any project. At STS, we specialise in assisting you with the development of these documents or can handle the entire process on your behalf after an in-depth discussion with you.

In accordance with UK law, conducting risk assessments is mandatory for businesses employing five or more staff members. Our expert services assist you in identifying potential risks related to your operations, ensuring compliance and safety. We provide comprehensive reports and tailored procedures to help you manage risks effectively and protect your employees. Let us support your business in achieving a safe working environment while meeting legal requirements.

Discover our hand-picked team of experts with unparalleled industry knowledge, offering bespoke training solutions across the UK. We provide on-site training as well as engaging classroom sessions tailored to your needs, ensuring convenience and flexibility for your organisation.

If you need assistance with completing SMAS, CHAS, or any other form of PQQ for your tender applications, we have extensive knowledge of all procurement schemes. Our expertise ensures a seamless process for your tender submissions, helping you secure the contracts you need.

Clients who engage with our retained health and safety packages, or for whom we serve as their competent person, benefit from discounted training and an annual allowance of training credits included within their package. Get in touch with us today for more information.

We offer a wide array of training courses, delivered either in person or via live online meetings with a professional trainer when appropriate. We also provide online courses that can be accessed at your convenience, tailored to your business needs.

Safe-T Solutions can develop and manage your company’s training matrix as part of our retained services, further supporting your health and safety obligations. We send timely reminders for when training needs to be refreshed, ensuring your employees are always up to date with legally required and recommended training and upskilling.

Ineffective manual handling is one of the primary contributors to workplace injuries. To mitigate these risks, the Manual Handling Regulations stipulate that employees must receive proper training, including safe usage of any equipment provided by their employer for handling loads. **Course Duration:** Half-day **Course Content:** - Understanding the hazards associated with manual handling in the workplace. - Clarification of responsibilities for operatives. - Identification of common causes of manual handling injuries. - Exploration of the impacts of static loading and the associated risks of team lifting. - Conducting formal and dynamic risk assessments. - Identification and maintenance of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for manual handling tasks. - Execution of essential safety checks in the work area. - Demonstration of safe handling techniques. This course is crucial for fostering a safer working environment and reducing the likelihood of injury due to poor manual handling practices.

Designed for individuals who operate abrasive wheels or manage Abrasive Wheels Training personnel who do so in their work, this comprehensive course caters to a variety of applications, including hand grinding and disc cutting. 

Course Duration: ½ to 1 day.

Course Content:
- Legal obligations and responsibilities related to the safe use of abrasive wheels
- Identification of potential hazards and reasonably foreseeable risks
- Required machinery and personal protective equipment (PPE) for the tasks at hand
- Pre-use checks to ensure safety
- Proper marking, storage, handling, and transportation of abrasive wheels and associated equipment
- Engaging practical exercises to reinforce learning

Enhance your skills and ensure compliance with safety regulations—enrol in our abrasive wheels course today!

All activities conducted at height are governed by stringent health and safety legislation in the UK. Our comprehensive training programme covers vital topics, including the risks associated with working at height, relevant regulations, the hierarchy of controls, risk assessment procedures, and much more. **Course Duration:** Half a day **Course Content:** - Understanding the definition of working at height - Overview of the Working at Height Regulations 2005 - Identifying potential hazards, foreseeable risks, and control measures - Conducting thorough risk assessments - Selecting appropriate access equipment - Ensuring the safe use of ladders - Assessing the working environment, including fragile surfaces Ensure compliance and safety in your organisation by enrolling in our working at height training course today!

Fire wardens are trained employees responsible for facilitating emergency fire evacuation procedures within businesses and organisations. It is a legal requirement for workplaces to appoint a sufficient number of fire marshals to manage fire emergencies effectively. Current legislation mandates that all workplaces, regardless of staff size, must ensure that all employees receive adequate training in fire awareness. **Course Duration:** 1 Day **Course Content:** - Fire Safety Legislation - The Fire Triangle and Fire Behaviour - The Role of the Fire Warden - Fire Prevention Strategies - Actions to Take on Discovering a Fire - Conducting Fire Drills and Evacuations - Different Types of Fire Extinguishers - Practical Demonstration of Fire Extinguisher Use Equip your team with essential fire safety knowledge and skills by enrolling them in our comprehensive fire warden training course today. Ensure compliance with legal obligations and enhance workplace safety.

The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 mandates that all workplaces, irrespective of employee numbers, must ensure their staff receive adequate fire awareness training. Enrolling in this comprehensive course offers employers a cost-effective solution to meet their legal responsibilities, equipping employees with essential knowledge on fire safety. **Course Duration:** Half a day **Course Content Includes:** - Overview of fire safety legislation - Understanding the fire triangle and fire behaviour - Techniques for fire prevention - Procedures to follow upon discovering a fire - Importance of fire drills and evacuation - Different types of fire extinguishers Invest in the safety of your workforce by ensuring they are well-prepared and informed about fire hazards and emergency procedures

Discover a bespoke course designed specifically for your business needs, empowering key personnel to effectively conduct risk assessments at your workplace. This one-day course combines theoretical knowledge with practical exercises, enabling participants to hone their skills in identifying risks and hazards. **Course Duration:** 1 Day **Course Content:** - Various types of risk assessments - Techniques for identifying hazards and risks in the workplace - Effective control measures - Conducting workplace risk assessments and presenting findings Enhance your organisation's safety practices and ensure compliance with this essential training programme.

This one-day course is designed for individuals who come into contact with Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) in the workplace, as well as for line managers responsible for overseeing these employees. Participants will gain essential knowledge about various hazardous substances and learn how to handle them safely. **Course Duration:** 1 Day **Course Content Includes:** - An introduction to COSHH regulations - Understanding exposure methods and risks - Interpreting hazard symbols and signage - Implementing effective storage and control measures - Ensuring adequate welfare facilities for safety Empower your workforce with the skills to manage hazardous substances safely and effectively. Enrol now to ensure a safer working environment.

At our training facility, we specialise in on-site training for your plant equipment, allowing candidates to engage in real-life scenarios that significantly enhance their competence in daily operations. We offer a range of courses tailored to suit different experience levels—from experienced operator assessments for those who possess practical experience but lack formal training evidence, to training for novices, refresher courses, and conversion programmes. Our training is accredited by NPORS, ensuring quality and recognition within the industry, or if accreditation is not a requirement, we can provide a certificate through our in-house non-accredited programme. Course durations range from 1 to 5 days, providing flexible options to meet your training needs.

Our forklift training courses are delivered on-site and utilise your own equipment, enabling your employees to acquire essential skills in their familiar work environment. This hands-on approach allows them to encounter real workplace hazards while learning in a safe setting, making it far more effective than traditional training conducted in a sterile training centre. We provide courses ranging from novice to refresher, conversion, or experienced operator assessments. Forklift training can be accredited by NPORS, or if preferred, we also offer non-accredited certification through our in-house programme. Course durations vary from 1 to 5 days, tailored to meet your business needs.

Our on-site training for plant equipment allows candidates to engage in realistic scenarios, enhancing their competency in the daily operation of machinery. We offer a variety of courses tailored to different skill levels: from experienced operator assessments for candidates who have practical knowledge but lack formal training certification, to novice training, refresher courses, and conversion programmes. All training is accredited by NPORS; alternatively, if formal accreditation isn't necessary, we provide certification through our in-house non-accredited programme. **Course Duration:** 1 to 5 days **Course Content:** - Regulations and legislation - Responsibilities and hazards of vehicle marshalling - Selection and maintenance of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - Safety checks, including stop blocks and tipping areas - Signs and signals, including approved hand signals and various forms of communication - Setting up exclusion zones for loading and unloading - Practical exercises in guiding machinery forwards and in reverse, including manoeuvring in confined spaces and blind spots - Environmental considerations - End-of-shift procedures, shutdown processes, and parking protocols Enhance your team's skills and safety practices with our comprehensive plant equipment training today.

This comprehensive training course is meticulously designed to equip delegates with essential skills for instructing and training staff within their workplace. Upon successful completion, candidates will be empowered to provide instruction and training to employees on subjects where they can demonstrate personal competence. This allows them to issue in-house certification and the necessary authorisation to operate, in accordance with their workplace environments and company policies. Additionally, candidates will gain the ability to conduct risk assessments for any mechanical handling equipment in which they are proficient within their operational context. Course Duration: 5 days Course Content: - Regulations and Legal Obligations - Role of the Trainer - HSE ACOP & Lead Body Guidelines - Safe Machine Practices (specific to candidates’ subject areas, e.g., forklift operations) - Preparation and Presentation of Knowledge Lessons - Delivering Demonstrations - Preparation and Presentation of Practical Lessons - Techniques for Question and Answer Sessions - Correct Selection and Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where applicable - Setting and Applying Examinations - Report Writing - Instructional Techniques - Course Validations - Issuing Certification Enhance your team's skills and ensure safety compliance in your workplace by enrolling in this practical and informative course today!