Ten reasons why businesses will choose health and safety distance learning. Even before Covid-19, distance learning and training was on the rise, and this was certainly the case in health and safety. But now, in the midst of a pandemic, distance learning with technologies such as video conferencing and VR, is coming into its…
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Reason for the problem We’re currently facing a perfect storm in mental health and wellbeing at work. The pressures during lockdown and how they’re causing mental illness are well-documented and, as a trainer of mental health first aiders and as an organisation who supports companies with this, I’m seeing for myself the impact the…
DetailsMisuse of extension leads is a common cause of fires in the home. Do you know how to use them safely? Watch this short video for some help and guidance and if there any questions then feel free to ask away, we will be happy to answer your questions. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Nh_sCUlzDM Overloading of your sockets is…
DetailsWill your standard doors that are found in most homes protect you? The answer is Yes! (for a limited amount of time) How will they help you? In most workplaces, fire doors play an integral part in stopping fire and smoke spread. Fire doors are different from most conventional doors that are found within homes,…
DetailsThe What 3 Words app is an amazing free app that has unlimited uses. Whether your children are lost and don’t know where they are or you come across an emergency situation in the middle of a hill walk, this app will tell you exactly where you are to within a few metres. How does…
DetailsFire in the Home Escape Planning People are aware that most businesses and public venues, must, by law, create a plan to facilitate everyone to escape in the event of a fire. But when was the last time, if ever, that you thought about what your escape plan at home would be in…
DetailsAt 1st Choice Safety Training & Consultancy, we will ALWAYS provide fire trainers with either current or previous Fire Service experience. This means that you can have confidence that when we train you, you will receive training that is relevant and backed with thorough industry knowledge. what are some of the other advantages? We can…
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Manual handling training is a necessary part of keeping safety levels high within the workplace, especially with manual handling related injuries being one of the biggest causes of lost work days within the workplace. Lifting or carrying heavy objects can lead to injuries such as minor aches to long-term muscle disorientation so it is important…
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The danger fire presents is a popular understanding to all but many people may be surprised as to how these occurrences present themselves in our lives and how many, in particular, occur within our residential care homes. The event of fires in our care homes is not a shocking newsflash but the topic is not…
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Whether you work within an office or a shop, emergency first aid at work qualification is an important addition to your working environment. When it comes to first aid, we all know that it is a vital aspect of our working lives. We need to understand how to use the correct equipment and procedures if…
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