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Introduction
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Wakefield Council has been delivering
quality training for businesses for
over 25 years.
Our courses can be tailored to reflect
your business’ needs and reflect the
standards that our Environmental
Health Officers (EHOs) require when
assessing your business.
We offer great value for money with
no hidden costs; course materials,
examination fees and certificates are
all included in the price.
Our experienced trainers work closely
with business advisors and EHOs
to ensure training reflects current
thinking and to give you tips on how
to comply with regulations.
The new state-of-the art training
facility in Wakefield One provides a
comfortable location to undertake our
courses; however, we can also deliver
training to groups in your workplace.
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Understand who accredits our courses
CIEH - Chartered Institute of Environmental Health
RSPH - Royal Society of Public Health
IOSH - Institute of Occupational Safety and Health
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Food
E veryone who works with food has
a responsibility to ensure that the
food they serve or sell is safe to eat.
Food safety regulations require all food
handlers to be trained (or supervised and
instructed) in food hygiene matters to
a suitable level. This training is also an
essential part of a due diligence defence.
During food hygiene visits Environmental
Health Officers check that there is always
someone on site with at least a level 2
(or equivalent) qualification. They also
ensure all staff working with food have
a basic understanding of food hygiene.
Their findings can affect the national Food
Hygiene Rating Scheme score which is
displayed to the public.
All our food safety courses can be
tailored to catering, manufacturing, or
retail environments, with specific course
handbooks and test papers for each.
Food 3
Health and Safety 6
Booking Form Middle Pages
First Aid 12
Environmental Protection 15
Online Courses 17
Course content:
An understanding of the basic requirements of food safety and hygiene, including;
• Personal cleanliness and hygiene
• How to keep work areas clean
• Reducing contamination and the risk to customers
• Identifying key food safety issues
Aimed at: Staff who indirectly handle open food such as waiting staff in restaurants and hotels, cashiers in food retail outlets and warehouse staff. This course is a great introduction to food hygiene and is ideal for agency and temporary staff taken on for events such as weddings and Christmas functions.
It’s also a useful first step for young adults leaving school and entering the workplace, either as part of the school work experience programme or from employers.
Duration: Half day / 3 hours.
There is a short multiple choice test at the end of the session.
Course content:
An in-depth understanding of food safety risks (personal hygiene, food storage, cooking and cross contamination) other elements include;
• Confidence and expertise to safely deliver food to customers
• Examines food borne illness and the cost to food businesses
• Information on The Food Hygiene Rating scheme and how to get the best rating score for businesses.
Aimed at: Anyone working in catering who prepares, cooks and/or handles food, to ensure that the food they serve or sell is safe to eat. For example staff in schools, restaurants,
Food Safety Awareness in Catering
CIEH Level 1 Award
Food Safety in Catering
CIEH Level 2 Award
Course content:
A thorough understanding of food safety procedures, emphasising the importance of monitoring staff and controls; It will also enable the learner to;
• Understand the terminology relating to supervising food safety
• Understand the techniques involved in controlling and monitoring food safety
• Appreciate the risks linked to cross-contamination
• Understand the role temperature has to play in the control of food safety
• Appreciate the importance of supervising high standards of cleanliness in food premises
Aimed at: Anyone working at a supervisory level in a food business who is responsible and accountable for food safety. Managers and supervisory staff in small, medium and large catering businesses would most benefit from this course. It is also relevant for those who have to write or monitor HACCP based food safety management systems or procedures.
Duration: Three day course: (usually held over 3 weeks which can be tailored to suit a group’s availability) 09:00 - 16:00. The revision and test session is usually 9:00 - 12:30 on a fourth day.
Course content:
A basic understanding of nutrition including
• The relationship between diet, health and the eatwell plate
• Adapting meals for different ages, cultures, religions
• Special diets linked to medical requirements, such as for diabetes and heart problems as well as for allergies and intolerances,
Aimed at: People who select food menus, recipes, ingredients and cook in cafés, restaurants, takeaways, staff canteens, care homes, children’s centres, nurseries and schools.
People who provide education on food such as in schools and community centres.
It will also help any individual wanting to benefit from healthy eating for themselves and their family.
Duration: One day: 9:00 - 16:30
There is a short multiple choice test at the end of the day.
Supervising Food Safety in Catering
CIEH Level 3 Award
Healthier Foods & Special Diets (nutrition)
CIEH Level 2 Award
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Health and Safety
T aking health and safety in
the workplace seriously can
help reduce the risk of accidents,
sickness and expensive civil claims.
Employees play a vital role in running a
successful business and they must have
the correct knowledge and attitude to
enable them to do this. All of our Health
& Safety courses can be tailored to suit
your workplace and the hazards and risks
associated with your work activities.
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content:
A basic understanding of key health and safety issues, including;
• The importance of health and safety in the workplace
• How to identify the hazards and risks related to the workplace
• Understand basic workplace health and safety procedures.
Aimed at: Ideal for those entering the workplace for the first time, such as school leavers and those on work experience, as well as part of a general induction for any new employee.
Duration: Half day: 9:00 - 12:00
There is a short multiple choice test at the end of the session.
Course content:
To ensure learners have the practical information needed to carry out their duties in a safe manner, reducing the risk of accidents to themselves and others. It will provide an understanding of;
• Hazard and risk
• Main causes of accidents
• Ill health
• Manual handling
• Hazardous substances and noise
• Accident prevention methods
• Workplace equipment and task design to minimise risks.
Aimed at: All employees who have a role to play in keeping their workplace safe, ensuring the safety of customers, contractors and members of the public.
Duration: One day: 9:00 - 16:30
There is a short multiple choice test at the end of the day.
Health & Safety in the Workplace
CIEH Level 1 Award
Health & Safety in the Workplace
CIEH Level 2 Award
Course content:
An understanding of hazardous substances and how these can potentially be eliminated, controlled or made safer.
• What to expect from a COSHH risk assessment
• This course complements the Level 2 Award in Health & Safety in the Workplace.
Aimed at: Any employee who handles hazardous substances including those in manufacturing, cleaning, healthcare, transport, utilities and office environments. It would also benefit those responsible for the control, procurement and disposal of such substances.
Duration: Half day: 09:00 - 12:00
There is a short multiple choice test at the end of the session.
Course content:
An understanding of how to identify the risks associated with manual handling;
• Learn the value of risk assessment
• How to make recommendations to manage risks.
Aimed at: Anyone needing to understand the theory of manual handling tasks at work, such as those with responsibilities for health & safety and monitoring others.
Duration: Half day: 09:00 - 12:00.
There is a short multiple choice test at the end of the session.
Principles of COSHH
CIEH Level 2 Award
Principles of Manual Handling
CIEH Level 2 Award
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content:
A combination of theoretical and practical elements of manual handling, including;
• Techniques to lift, carry, push and pull objects safely within individual capabilities
• Identify and understand the risks associated with manual handling
• Learn the value of risk assessment and how to apply it and make recommendations to manage risks.
Aimed at: Under the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992, employers are required to take appropriate steps to reduce the risk of injury to employees – this includes suitable training and this course is tailored to fit these requirements. It also complements the Level 2 Award in Health & Safety in the Workplace course.
Duration: One day: 09:00 - 16:30
There is a short multiple choice test at the end of the day.
Course content:
A practical course it will enable employees to conduct risk assessments, with the necessary technical knowledge in relation to the activities/environments/issues;
• Organise and implement a risk assessment programme
• Participate in the identification of specific training needs for the activities being assessed
• An understanding of associated legal requirements
• Promote improved standards of health and safety within an organisation.
Aimed at: Employers and employees tasked with developing and documenting a risk assessment in the workplace in order to comply with the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999. Including team leaders, supervisors, site managers and managers, health & safety specialists and any other personnel contributing to the risk assessment process.
Duration: One day: 9:00 - 16:30
Assessment is by a workplace based assignment to put into practice the risk assessment method learnt during the course and to be completed and returned after the course.
Principles and Practice of Manual Handling
CIEH Level 2 Award
Risk Assessment Principles & Practice
CIEH Level 3 Award
Course content:
An overview of the theory and practice of risk assessment, specifically written to help people who work with children comply with the health & safety requirements of Ofsted.
• How to conduct risk assessments
• Organise and implement a risk assessment programme
• Identify specific training needs for the work activities being assessed.
Aimed at: Anyone who works in the childcare sector where risk assessments are required by their local authority and/or OFSTED.
Duration: Half day: 09:00 - 13:00 (usually held on Saturdays).
Course content:
A practical and interactive course employees will learn;
• Identification of common hazards in the workplace showing clear examples
• Definition of hazard and risk using familiar scenarios
• Improving safety performance by bridging the gap between managers and the workforce
• Encouraging all employees to play a part in processes commonly seen as just down to supervisors and managers
• Protecting the environment by looking at how individual team members can get involved in reducing environmental impact.
Risk Assessment for Childcare Workers
Wakefield Council Certificate
Working Safely
IOSH Award
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content:
An in depth look at managing health and safety using practical learning techniques delegates will learn how to;
• Assess risks; control risks, understand responsibilities
• Identify hazards
• Investigate accidents and incidents
• Measure performance
• Protect the environment
• A practical programme full of step-by-step guidance with a sharp business focus and innovative format with clear scenario’s that managers can relate to.
Aimed at: Managers and supervisors of any organisation or sector. Providing an understanding of the practical actions they need to take to handle health and safety in their teams.
Duration: The course is taught over 4 days and can be arranged to suit, running either over 4 consecutive days or 1 day over 4 weeks.
Each day will run from 09:00 - 16:00.
Assessment is by short written test and workplace project which enables people to put into practice what they have learnt in their own workplace.
Managing Safely
IOSH Award
First Aid
First aid is a key life skill and our courses
cover all aspects of it including;
Employers are required to provide
suitable first aid equipment, facilities and
personnel to enable immediate assistance
to be given to employees if they are
injured or become ill at work. The Health
and Safety, First Aid Regulations 1981
(as amended October 2013) places the
responsibility on the employer to identify
children’s centres for anyone caring for
and working with children. The national
standards for first aid in childcare settings
state that ‘at least one person who has a
current paediatric first-aid certificate must
be on the premises at all times when
children are present’. Additionally, at
least one person with a current paediatric
first-aid certificate must accompany every
outing.
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content:
This course combines theoretical and practical elements to enable employees to understand the role of a first aider,
• How to deal with first aid incidents including unconscious casualties, bleeding, choking, shock, minor injuries and resuscitation
• Practice and discuss first aid techniques.
Aimed at: Anyone identified by their employer as having a role in first aid within their workplace. Suitable for those working in lower risk environments such as offices shops and schools.
Duration: One day: 9:00 - 16:00
Assessment is during the practical sessions and a short multiple choice test is held at the end of the day
As with all first aid qualifications, this qualification lasts for three years and must be renewed after that time. You will receive a pass card with the expiry date clearly marked.
Course content:
Equips learners with skills and knowledge in Paediatric First Aid and offers a nationally recognised qualification as a paediatric first aider.
• Two unit award comprising paediatric emergency first aid and managing paediatric illness and injury
• Understanding the role of a first aider
• How to deal with first aid incidents including unconscious casualties, bleeding, choking, shock, minor injuries and resuscitation in relation to young children
• Practice the skills needed to administer first aid to an infant or child.
Aimed at: Anyone working in child-care settings with a responsibility for caring for infants and children, who requires a nationally recognised qualification.
Duration: 12 hour course: 09:00 - 15:30 over 2 days, (usually held on Saturdays) Assessment is throughout the course during the practical sessions with a short multiple choice test at the end of the course.
Emergency First Aid at Work
CIEH Level 2 Award
Paediatric First Aid
CIEH Level 2 Award
Environmental Protection
E nvironmental issues impact on
every organisation.
The rising costs of energy and raw
materials, growing awareness in clients
and increasing environmental legislation
mean environmental performance should
be monitored by all organisations.
Being more resource efficient can save
money and will also appeal to customers
who are becoming increasingly aware of
the environmental impact of businesses.
Tackling environmental issues can bring
benefits to a business including reduced
waste and utility costs, reduced liabilities
and access to new markets and investors.
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content:
An awareness of key environmental concepts and an introduction to environmental management systems.
• Understand key terms and definitions of pollution
• Identify the links between work roles and a range of environmental impacts
• Identify key issues related to energy use and carbon management, waste minimisation, water use, pollution and emergency planning.
Aimed at: Useful for any employee being introduced to environmental issues for the first time. It will provide an understanding of how energy bills can be reduced to save businesses money and how the information can be used to increase green sales to customers.
Duration: Half day / 3 hours.
Environmental Awareness
Wakefield Council Certificate
Course content:
Identify primary local and global environmental impacts of an organisation;
• Understanding of key terms and definitions of pollution
• Environmental law
• Business benefits in adopting an environmental management system
• Identify key issues related to energy use and carbon management, waste minimisation, water use, pollution and emergency planning
• How to develop environmental programmes to benefit the businesses they work for and help them comply with current legislation.
Aimed at: This qualification will help businesses with an Environmental Management System and is aimed at supervisors who are being introduced to environmental issues for the first time.
Duration: One day: 9:00 - 16:30
There is a short multiple choice test at the end of the day.
Environmental Principles and Best Practice
CIEH Level 2 Award
Online Courses
O ur online courses provide
candidates with the flexibility
to study at their own pace at a time
and location that is convenient for
them. You can bookmark your place
and stop or start anytime, create
training plans and records, download
content, print your own certificate
of completion following an end of
course test, and complete in-course
All our courses are CIEH modules which
can be used to prepare candidates to
undertake the exam leading to a CIEH
(Ofqual regulated) Award so we give
you the option to sit a further short,
multiple-choice, tutor observed, test to
upgrade your certificate. Uniquely to other
e-learning courses our test sessions
consist of an hour tutor led revision then
the test to enable you to gain a nationally
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content:
Understand the basic requirements of food safety and hygiene;
• How to keep clean and hygienic
• How to keep work areas clean
• The role an individual plays in reducing contamination
• Identify key food safety issues.
Aimed at: All employees in a food related environment as part of their induction. Staff who are not directly handling open food but need to be aware of the risks including waiting staff in restaurants and hotels, cashiers in food retail outlets and warehouse staff.
The course is also ideal for young adults leaving school and entering the workplace for the first time.
Duration: E-learning courses are completed at the learners convenience and generally take 4 hours to complete.
Course content:
The importance of food safety and knowledge of the systems, techniques and procedures involved;
• Understanding of how to control food safety risks (personal hygiene, food storage, cooking and handling)
• Confidence and expertise to safely deliver quality food to customers.
Aimed at: Anyone working in catering who prepares, cooks or handles food to ensure that the food they serve or sell is safe to eat. Includes food handlers in schools, restaurants, churches, home caterers, mobile traders, pubs, care homes, takeaways and more.
It is recommended to retake this course every three years.
We can provide this course in English, Cantonese or Mandarin.
Duration: E-learning courses are completed at the learners convenience and generally take 4 hours to complete.
Food Safety awareness
CIEH equivalent to Level 1
Food Safety in Catering
CIEH equivalent to Level 2
Course content:
This course is designed to give a general understanding of key health and safety issues.
• The importance of health and safety in the workplace
• How to identify the hazards and risks related to the workplace
• Understand basic workplace health and safety procedures.
Aimed at: Ideal for those entering the workplace for the first time, such as school leavers and those on work experience, as well as part of a general induction.
Duration: E-learning courses are completed at the learners convenience and generally take 4 hours to complete.
Course content:
An understanding of hazard and risk;
• The main causes of accidents and ill health such as manual handling
• Hazardous substances and noise
• Accident prevention methods
• Workplace equipment and tasks designed to minimise risks.
Aimed at: Anyone in a workplace. Employees have a vital part to play in keeping their workplace safe and healthy and to ensure the safety of customers, contractors and members of the public.
Health & Safety in the Workplace
CIEH equivalent to Level 1
Health & Safety in the Workplace
CIEH equivalent to Level 2
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content:
Identify primary local and global environmental impacts of an organisation;
• Understanding of key terms and definitions of pollution
• Environmental law
• Business benefits in adopting an environmental management system
• Identify key issues related to energy use and carbon management, waste minimisation, water use, pollution and emergency planning
• How to develop environmental programmes to benefit the businesses they work for and help them comply with current legislation.
Aimed at: This qualification will help businesses with an Environmental Management System and is aimed at supervisors who are being introduced to environmental issues for the first time.
Duration: E-learning courses are completed at the learners convenience and generally take 4 hours to complete.
Environmental Principles and Best Practice
Equivalent to CIEH Level 2 Award
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