HSE eBulletin: ventilation and air conditioning
HSE eBulletin: ventilation and air conditioning Adequate ventilation (including air conditioning) can help reduce risk of spreading coronavirus in workplaces. For all the latest updates on coronavirus visit our website. Having good ventilation will help reduce COVID-19 transmission at work HSE’s updated guidance will help you identify poor ventilation in work areas and […]
Read this articleWorkplace fatality figures released for 2020/21
Provisional data shows that a total of 142 workers were killed at work in Great Britain in 2020/21, an increase of 29 from the previous year, though the number of deaths in 2019/20 (113) was low compared to other recent years. In statistical terms the number of fatalities has remained broadly level in recent years […]
Read this articleWithdrawal of QA Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in A construction Environment
Qualsafe Awards have announced the withdrawal of this qualification on 09 July. Unfortunately there has been a rise in fraudulent activity and malpractice related to qualifications which lead to learners gaining a CSCS card. Accordingly RCES have removed this qualification from our portfolio with immediate effect and will no longer be accepting any applications for […]
Read this articleRCES now accredited to deliver NEW NEBOSH Qualification!
We are delighted to be accredited to deliver the new NEBOSH HSE Award in Managing Risks and Risk Assessment (RAW). Designed to develop straightforward, practical health and safety risk management skills so you can go beyond risk assessment, to effectively control the health and safety risks caused by hazards in your workplace. A one day […]
Read this articleHSE safety alert issued
HSE has issued a safety alert after an HSE investigation of a failed marine loading arm (MLAs) revealed concerns that not all components were being suitably inspected and maintained due to problems accessing the highest pivot joint. The safety alert is aimed at users and companies that service MLAs to ensure they carry out suitable and […]
Read this articleHSE has published a revised version of HSG248 Asbestos: The Analysts’ Guide (second edition – May 2021).
HSE eBulletin Issued: 2 June 2021 HSE has published a revised version of HSG248 Asbestos: The Analysts’ Guide (second edition – May 2021). As guidance for analysts involved in asbestos work, this latest edition has been updated to take account of findings from HSE interventions and developments in analytical procedures and methodology. It provides […]
Read this articleNEBOSH partners with Health and Safety Executive to launch new risk management qualification
NEBOSH has partnered with Great Britain’s regulator, the Health and Safety Executive, to launch an introductory qualification that provides straightforward, practical health and safety risk management skills. The NEBOSH HSE Award in Managing Risk and Risk Assessment at Work is rooted in a proportional approach to risk; it provides the fundamentals people need to build […]
Read this articleNGC Course on Zoom
Our next National General Certificate course will be presented on Zoom. The course commences on Monday 17th May 2021. Book Your place here or phone 01726 212858
Read this articleNEBOSH launches a new qualification to boost health and safety in construction sector
NEBOSH, one of the world’s leading health and safety awarding bodies, has launched a new two-week qualification for the construction sector. Health and Safety Management for Construction will give learners the skills they need to take on health and safety responsibilities. Laying the foundations for healthier and safer construction sites, qualification holders will also be […]
Read this articleNEBOSH has launched a new globally relevant fire safety qualification
NEBOSH, one of the world’s leading health and safety awarding bodies, has launched a new globally relevant fire safety qualification which can be completed in just one week! The NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety helps learners develop practical fire safety skills that can be used to protect people, buildings and business. The syllabus covers a […]
Read this articleNEBOSH: Open Book Examinations
NEBOSH, like organisations around the world, is adapting to the challenges and opportunities presented by the COVID-19 pandemic. Both NEBOSH and RCES want people to feel safe when organising or attending a NEBOSH assessment. NEBOSH have therefore brought forward and expanded plans to offer remote and online assessments for their range of qualifications and courses. […]
Read this articleNew dates for NEBOSH open book examinations
Following the first examination in August, NEBOSH have now confirmed two additional OBE dates for 2020 and three dates for 2021: Wednesday 28 October 2020 (Registrations for this date now closed) Wednesday 2 December 2020 Wednesday 3 February 2021 Wednesday 7 April 2021 Wednesday 9 June 2021 These OBEs are available for any learner planning to sit an […]
Read this articleNEBOSH Move to Open Book Exams
Due to the pandemic, NEBOSH have changed the examination process from invigilated exams to open book exams. The first open book exam will is scheduled for the 6th August 2020. We appreciate that some learners will be disappointed and some of you may prefer the new method. The ‘open book assessment’ will become a […]
Read this articleVisit RCES at the Cornwall Business Show
The Cornwall Business Show is on Thursday 12th March 2020. Why not come along and visit the RCES (UK) Ltd stand to discuss your health and safety training and consultancy requirements . In the meantime please view the Cornwall Business Show video available HERE You can also register for fast track free entry to the […]
Read this articleRCES add NEBOSH HSE Introduction to Incident Investigation to training portfolio
RCES (UK) Ltd, a proud NEBOSH Gold Learning Partner are pleased to announce an addition to our portfolio of NEBOSH accredited courses. The new edition, NEBOSH HSE Introduction to Incident Investigation will be delivered in- house on our clients premises. The course duration is one day including the assessment. We consider this qualification to be […]
Read this articleNEBOSH launches Safety Simplified, a new three-day course
NEBOSH launches Safety Simplified new three-day course to shake up workplace safety training NEBOSH, one of the world’s leading providers of health and safety qualifications, has launched Safety Simplified, a brand new approach to health and safety training. The three-day, practical course, which uses augmented reality to bring safety learning to […]
Read this articleHSE provide update re export & import of Hazardous Chemicals after Brexit
The HSE have released the following bulletin regarding the export and import of hazardous chemicals should the UK leave the EU without a deal:- The aim of this e-bulletin is to provide you with updates, news and information on the PIC Regulation (Regulation (EU) No 649/2012 concerning the export and import of hazardous chemicals). Below is […]
Read this articleNEBOSH Launch Learning Partner Programme
Learning Partner Programme On 02/09/2019 NEBOSH launched their Learning Partner Programme. We at RCES (UK) Ltd are proud to be classified as Gold Learning Partner Status. Please see the following information that was published on the NEBOSH website:- Great learning experiences equip learners to make a positive difference to health, safety and the environment in […]
Read this articleRCES now a NEBOSH Gold Learning Partner
RCES (UK) Ltd is proud to announce that we are a NEBOSH Gold Learning Partner. NEBOSH recognise Learning Partners who go that extra mile to give learners the best experience with their new Learning Partner Programme! Congratulations to the whole team for all their hard work and dedication in achieving gold status. Next NEBOSH National General […]
Read this articleAre You Responsible for Work at Height?
Who is responsible for Working at Height? This report sourced from Safety Health Practitioner The Work at Height Regulations 2005 were introduced in a bid to prevent death and injury caused by falls from height, therefore minimising risks to workers. Employers, facilities managers, building owners and anyone else that controls work at height, including the […]
Read this articleHSE Release Annual Figures for Work Related Fatal Injuries for 2018/19
The HSE has released its annual figures for work-related fatal injuries for 2018/19, in addition to the number of people known to have died from the asbestos-related cancer, mesothelioma, in 2017. The provisional annual data for work-related fatal injuries revealed that 147 workers were fatally injured between April 2018 and March 2019. The statistics suggest that there […]
Read this articleCPR and First Aid added to National School Curriculum
Education Secretary, Damian Hinds, has confirmed that CPR will be added to the school curriculum in England. The new proposals will see first aid and CPR being added to the curriculum as part of the Department for Education’s (DfE) plan to strengthen teaching of health, sex and relationships education in England from 2020. With out […]
Read this article2019 Public Course Dates Now Available
Our full programme of public courses for 2019 is now published. The courses will be presented at our training facility in Advent House, Victoria Business Centre, Station Approach, Victoria, Cornwall PL26 8LG Our programme has been selected from our extensive portfolio and features IOSH, NEBOSH and Highfield Qualifications courses. IOSH courses Leading Safely Managing […]
Read this articleThank you for providing a very informative and useful course
All at RCES (UK) Ltd would like to say thank you to this delegate for taking the time to send these very pleasing comments after completing the recent NEBOSH General Certificate course at Advent House. “I’d just like to say thank you to RCES, in particular Gordon, for providing a very informative and useful course […]
Read this articleRCES Tutors Receive Thanks from Successful Exam Candidate
It was very pleasing to receive the following email from one of our NEBOSH delegates who recently received her results from the December 2017 exams: “Hi Louise I received my results today from the recent NEBOSH course and exams I completed and am over the moon to find that I received a Credit. Hopefully the […]
Read this articleCome and say Hello to RCES
The Cornwall Business Show will be held at the Royal Cornwall Events Centre at Wadebridge on Thursday 15th March 2018. Please visit the RCES (UK) Ltd stand. Our directors would love to meet you and be pleased to discuss our consultancy services and our comprehensive range of health and safety courses. Our public courses are […]
Read this articleAre You Managing Safely?
Managers of forklift operations must understand the risks Managers of materials handling operations have a key role to play in setting and upholding safety standards, but do they always appreciate the dangers? Mark Nicholson reports on the need for manager training. Supervisors and managers appear to be, on average, much less aware of the essentials […]
Read this articleACT Now to Comply with new Radon Rules
SHP: Safety& Health Practitioner reported that Ahead of UK Radon Awareness Week (6-12 November), firms are being urged to act now to comply with upcoming legislation reducing the maximum levels of radon permissible in the workplace. Global testing and inspection service Bureau Veritas has warned that from February 2018 changes to the Ionising Radiation Regulations 1999 […]
Read this articleRCES Publish 2018 Training Course Schedule
RCES (UK) Ltd have today published our programme of public courses to be presented at our training facility in Victoria Cornwall. We have chosen a range of courses from our extensive portfolio and based our decision not only on the success of courses during 2017 but also added courses that have been requested by our […]
Read this articleOn Safari Health and Safety is Exciting
Gordon Fuller FIIRSM explains how he managed the risk of man and beast in a modern day stand-off. I am sitting in the passenger seat of an ISUZU 4 x 4 looking at a huge Elephant, she is the matriarch cow of the herd and weighs in at around 4 ton, Ears flapping wildly, she is […]
Read this articleEureka Magazine Asks a Professional
Mark Nicholson of Eureka Magazine talks to Gordon Fuller of RCES (UK) Ltd. A Eureka moment and more! For the best advice on materials handling safety, ask a professional Are you putting your employees and your business in danger without even knowing it? To help in understanding the key processes a company should go through […]
Read this articleDelegates Enjoy the RCES Training Experience
RCES (UK) Ltd recently presented the IOSH Managing Safely Course in our training facility at Advent House, Victoria Business Centre, Roche, Cornwall. The four day course commenced on 12th September 2016 and was attended by delegates from local businesses and organisations in Cornwall. Each delegate completed an evaluation form at the end of the course […]
Read this articleCareer Change? Health & Safety Sector? What Should I Study?
Are you thinking of a career change and perhaps thinking of the health and safety sector. Maybe you have been assigned health and safety responsibilities in your workplace and wish to improve you knowledge by gaining qualifications in health and safety. By enhancing your existing or commercial knowledge, experience and qualifications with specific health, safety […]
Read this articleExcellent NEBOSH Exam Results at Hereford & Worcester Fire & Rescue Service
RCES (UK) Ltd visited our long standing clients, Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service in June this year to present the NEBOSH National General Certificate course at their training centre in Droitwich. Our trainer, Marc Geeson delivered the training and thoroughly enjoyed his time spent with the course delegates. Delegates attending RCES (UK) Ltd […]
Read this articleTackling Environmental Issues Can Bring Benefits to your Business
RCES (UK) Ltd have recently achieved an increase in enquiries for Environmental Training as many organisations have identified that tackling environmental issues can bring benefits to their business including reduced waste and utility costs, reduced liabilities and access to new markets and investors. Environmental issues impact on every organisation. The rising costs of energy and raw […]
Read this articleRCES (UK) Ltd Congratulate Successful Students
Congratulations to our June 2016 Delegates on their 100% success. The team at RCES (UK) Ltd send our congratulations to all the students that sat the NEBOSH National General Certificate and NEBOSH Fire Safety and Risk Management exams at our training facility in Victoria, Cornwall on 1st June 2016. The 100% pass rate was achieved […]
Read this articleIEMA Membership for NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental Management holders
NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental Management holders now eligible for IEMA membership. RCES (UK) Ltd are please to advise of an exciting new partnership that NEBOSH has entered into with IEMA. From 13th June 2016 students who hold the NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental Management, and whose result was declared from June 2013 onwards, are eligible for […]
Read this articleNo Time to Lose Campaign
RCES (UK) Ltd fully support the ongoing IOSH No Time to Lose Campaign. The IOSH campaign aims to get carcinogenic exposure issues more widely understood and help businesses to take action. The aims and objectives of the campaign are:- Raise awareness of a significant health issue facing workers in the UK and internationally. Suggest some […]
Read this articleThank you JD Norman
RCES (UK) Ltd recently presented the IOSH Directing Safety course at JD Norman in Lydney Gloucestershire. We would like to say thank you for the very encouraging comments from the course delegates On completion of the course we asked for an evaluation form to be completed by each delegate. The information given on these forms […]
Read this articleRCES welcomes external students
If you are looking to sit NEBOSH certificate exams this September and need to find a course provider that will except external students. Then look no further! RCES (UK) Ltd have a full programme of NEBOSH courses scheduled to be presented at our venue in Cornwall and always welcome external students. Maybe you have attended […]
Read this articleTraining Workshops Success at JD Norman
David Hooper of, JD Norman at Lydney, Gloucestershire, organised two days of health and safety training which was presented to all of their workforce. This event was made possible due to a planned two day shutdown at the factory. The training covered a whole range of health and safety related workshops and was presented by […]
Read this article100% Pass Rate For NEBOSH Students
Congratulation to all the students who attended the recent NEBOSH National General Certificate course presented by RCES (UK) Ltd at the Hereford and Worcester Fire Service Centre in Droitwich. RCES are delighted to report that all 12 students passed the exams with 6 achieving distinctions and 6 achieving credits. Feedback from the students attending this […]
Read this articleExciting times ahead for RCES
It is been a busy 6 months at RCES After being based in Helston for a number of years the decision was made to re locate to our new office on the Victoria Business Park in Victoria near Roche station in Cornwall. RCES have been Cornwall based since it commenced trading in 1995, providing health, […]
Read this articleNew website now live
We are delighted to announce and welcome you to our new website! The new site features our extensive portfolio of courses including those accredited with NEBOSH, IOSH and CIEH as well as a range of RCES courses built and designed by our own experienced team of consultants and trainers. The courses detailed on the site […]
Read this articleAddition to RCES Training Portfolio
RCES are please to announce that we have now been accredited to deliver the CIEH: Training – Principles and Practice Course. This latest addition complements our extensive portfolio of training and will help many of our corporate clients to get employees qualified to deliver training to their teams. The CIEH Training – Principles and Practice […]
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