SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT

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1 INTERNATIONAL SHE GUIDE SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT 1

2 Why ACT? Global Training Provider In-Company Classroom Courses NEBOSH Courses International Certificate International Diploma International Certificate in Oil and Gas Health and Safety at Work Award Environmental Awareness at Work Award IOSH Courses IOSH Managing Safely IOSH Working Safely IOSH Safety for Executives and Directors ias Courses ISO Internal Environmental Auditor OHSAS Auditor /Lead Auditor Audit Skills Training ISO Internal Environmental Auditor Other Courses Site Managers Safety Training Scheme Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme E-Learning Courses NEBOSH Courses International General Certificate IOSH Courses Managing Safely Working Safely IAS Approved Courses OHSAS Internal Auditor UKATA Courses Asbestos Awareness Awareness Courses Health and Safety Induction Display Screen Equipment Fire Safety Manual Handling RMS Study Books International Health and Safety at Work International Oil and Gas Operational Safety International Diploma Risk Management Consultancy Audit ISO 9001:2015 Gap Tool

3 ACT - LEADING THE WAY TO SUCCESS ACT s experienced tutors have travelled the world delivering excellent training programmes and providing effective audit and consultancy services. We ve been creating success stories since 1991 with thousands of students and businesses across the globe choosing us as their training provider. A Rich Heritage Market Leading Support Our success didn t happen overnight. Over the last 25 years, ACT has built upon its foundations of providing an excellent service at the best price by expanding the most important part of the business: the ACT team. It is our aim to help students, clients, and partners succeed. To do this, providing excellent customer service is a must. ACT will be there to help you from your initial enquiry up until long after your course has ended. Call us, us, tweet us, or chat to us on our website. We re always available and ready to help. ACT also holds trusted training partner status with a number of international organisations and has an increasing international presence providing audits, consultancy and training worldwide. Experienced Tutors ACT s expert tutors are integral to student success, designing courses, and developing materials. We have put a huge amount of effort into recruiting the best global team of HSE trainers who have a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences spanning various industries. Our Study Guides In partnership with RMS Publishing, we author and publish a range of study guides primarily for NEBOSH qualifications. ACT tutors work extensively to make sure our publications are up to date, ensuring that they cover each qualification s complete course syllabus. 3

4 GLOBAL TRAINING PROVIDER Our Training Solutions In-company classroom training With over 25 years of experience, ACT is able to offer flexible and effective training solutions at your organisation s premises. Our experience and knowledge makes us the ideal partner for delivering training courses at a time and place to suit your needs. Get in touch with us for a quote and a tailored proposal for any one of our training courses. E-learning / distance learning A great method of learning for those without the time or availability to attend a classroom taught course. You can start at any time and study anywhere in the world. It is an interesting and enjoyable way to learn and you can gain support from a tutor while working at your own pace. Refer to page 11 or our E-learning Brochure to learn more. Blended learning Blended learning provides the flexibility of e-learning with the interaction and guidance provided by a classroom based taught course. This approach would particularly suit those that t want to reduce the amount of time away from work attending te a classroom s course but retain important face-to-face contact t with a tutor. INTERNATIONAL EXAMINATIONS ACT is able to assist individual students with finding centres to sit exams in most countries in the world via The British Council, an accredited exam centre or one of our trusted partners. 4

5 IN-COMPANY CLASSROOM COURSES Why choose face-to-face classroom training? Classroom courses involve face-to-face teaching and provide an opportunity to discuss the topics with other students and the tutor and would suit those that enjoy interaction in a classroom environment. In particular, it has a number of features that may be helpful to those students who have not done formal study and examinations for some time. COURSES AVAILABLE NEBOSH Courses IOSH Courses ias Courses Other Courses The benefits of ACT s in-company training Cost effective Train up to 16 delegates per course Our tutors ensure student success through a workshop approach which involves engaging exercises and group discussion. Tutor directed study (TDS) is used to extend understanding and confirm knowledge of key topics. ACT can also provide effective exam revision tutorials with our expert tutors Examinations for in-house courses can be arranged with NEBOSH on demand, for a date to suit the learning programme. Bespoke training programmes can also be developed to meet your precise requirements. Exam Revision Tutorials Exam revision tutorials provide an excellent opportunity for delegates to deepen their understanding of key topics. Delegates will be provided with a list of syllabus subjects which is used to identify areas of weakness. The tutor will then structure the timetable of the tutorial session accordingly. Delegates will be coached on exam technique through the use of practice exam questions and invaluable feedback will be provided. Our experience and success with NEBOSH qualifications has shown that exam tutorials make a huge contribution to student confidence and competence. 5

6 In-Company Classroom Courses Our NEBOSH courses International General Certificate International Diploma International Certificate in Oil and Gas Health and Safety at Work Award Environmental Awareness at Work Award ACT has provided NEBOSH Certificate and Diploma training for over 25 years and has trained students all over the world. NEBOSH has a comprehensive range of qualifications designed to meet the health and safety needs of all workplaces. Their qualifications are highly regarded throughout the world and offer brilliant career progression opportunities. Our NEBOSH Certificate courses enable excellent further study opportunities such as NEBOSH Diploma qualifications. They also meet entry requirements for application to Tech IOSH (subject to IOSH terms) Why study a NEBOSH qualification with ACT? Consistently high pass rates RMS study books are provided free of charge Optional exam tutorial sessions to develop exam technique and topic knowledge Exam practice and mock practical assessments provided to students to aid development Useful feedback is provided by tutors to aid student learning Work is set between study periods to reinforce learning INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE A globally recognised health and safety qualification that is held by more than 20,000 people worldwide Managers, health and safety practitioners and also as a first step to a global career in health and safety. COURSE OUTLINE: The NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety provides a broad understanding of the general health and safety issues that affect all types of organisations and enables risks to be managed effectively. As well as covering a range of workplace hazards and methods of control, it includes reference to international standards relating to the management of health and safety at work. The NEBOSH International General Certificate provides a valuable overview and is a sound basis for further professional study, such as the NEBOSH International Diploma, Construction Certificate and Fire Certificate. This highly recommended course consists of two, one week study periods: Units IGC1 and GC2. Unit IGC1 Management of International Health and Safety Unit GC2 Controlling Workplace Hazards Unit GC3 Health and Safety Practical Application The qualification is divided into three assessed units, each of which is assessed separately. Assessment is by two written examinations (one for each of the Units IGC1 and GC2) and a work-based practical examination (Unit GC3). All units must be completed within 5 years to achieve the full NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety. 10 days study + recommended 2 day exam tutorial + exams. To learn more about our international general certificate e-learning package refer to page 11. 6

7 In-Company Classroom Courses INTERNATIONAL DIPLOMA A globally recognised health and safety qualification for health and safety practitioners Those seeking a successful long-term career in health and safety and who wish to be recognised as a professional in their field anywhere in the world. COURSE OUTLINE: The NEBOSH International Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety is a highly regarded qualification for aspiring health and safety professionals. It builds on topics covered in the NEBOSH International General Certificate. Delegates who work for organisations in all industry sectors and who are seeking a global career in managing health and safety risk will find the qualification particularly useful. This popular course consists of three units plus a written assignment: Unit IA Managing Health and Safety Unit IB Hazardous Substances and Agents Unit IC Workplace and Work Equipment Safety Unit ID Application of Health and Safety in the Workplace The assessment consists of three written examinations of three hours duration (one for each of the Units IA, IB and IC) and a workbased written assignment (Unit ID). All units must be completed within five years to achieve the full NEBOSH International Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety. Unit IA 10 days study + recommend 2 day exam tutorial + exam. Unit IB 8 days study + recommended 1 day exam tutorial + exam. Unit IC 9 days study + recommended 1 day exam tutorial + exam. INTERNATIONAL TECHNICAL CERTIFICATE IN OIL AND GAS OPERATIONAL SAFETY A specialist qualification for people in the oil and gas industry who are responsible for ensuring safety as part of their day to day duties. Managers, supervisors, employee representatives, safety coordinators and newly appointed safety advisors who work offshore or onshore. COURSE OUTLINE: This course focuses on international standards and management systems, enabling students to effectively discharge workplace safety responsibilities both onshore and offshore. It also highlights the importance of process safety management in the oil and gas industry. Topics covered during the course include: Hazards inherent in the extraction, storage and processing of raw material and products Hydrocarbon process safety Fire protection and emergency response Logistics and transport operations HEALTH AND SAFETY AT WORK AWARD A popular and effective programme that provides a basic understanding of health and safety. Those looking to achieve a good foundation understanding of health and safety including team leaders, HR professionals and facilities managers. COURSE OUTLINE: The course consists of units HSW1 and HSW2 and covers a range of topics including: Health and safety foundations Work equipment Electrical safety Risk assessment Manual handling Fire safety Assessment is by one multiple choice examination (Unit HSW1) and a work-based risk assessment (Unit HSW2), which tests the ability to apply the knowledge gained during the course to workplace situations. Examinations take place at the end of the course and the risk assessment is completed shortly afterwards. 3 days study + exams. The NEBOSH Health and Safety at Work Award is an international qualification, so the multiple choice assessment is available by prior arrangement in English, Arabic, Mandarin and Russian. ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS AT WORK AWARD A popular introductory qualification that provides a basic understanding of environmental issues in the workplace. Employees at all levels within an organisation who need to be aware of workplace environmental issues. This course is designed to meet the needs of a global audience and doesn t reference the legislation of any particular country. COURSE OUTLINE: The course consists of a range of useful topics including: Environmental foundations Pollution and sustainability Environmental management systems Environmental noise Waste management Dealing with environmental emergencies The course is delivered over one day which includes a multiple choice exam. We usually deliver this course internationally multiple times over a number of days to larger groups of workers. CONTENT: The qualification is assessed by a single written examination (IOG1). 5 days study + recommended 1 day exam tutorial + exam. 7

8 In-Company Classroom Courses Why study IOSH courses with ACT? 100% pass rates High quality full colour course materials developed by us and approved by special licence from IOSH Materials kept up to date Able to tailor to meet clients needs Excellent choice of learning methods ACT has been providing IOSH courses to students of all levels for over 25 years. ACT is the chosen partner of hundreds of organisations and individuals seeking IOSH qualifications. IOSH has established a range of qualifications which focus on the different roles people play within their organisation. They work with IOSH members and other health and safety organisations across the globe to keep people safe and healthy in all areas of their work. IOSH MANAGING SAFELY Managers who need to be introduced to the numerous aspects of managing health and safety in the workplace. COURSE OUTLINE: This course allows managers to appreciate why managing safely is so important and to be able to describe their health and safety responsibilities as a manager. The programme is business focused and offers step-by-step practical guidance on how managers can improve the safety of their organisation s operations. Understanding of the course material is evaluated by means of a multiple choice assessment and practical risk assessment to be carried out at your own workplace. Based on client needs, ACT offers flexible options for this qualification. We have the capabilities to offer this course on a 3, 4 or 5 day basis. IOSH WORKING SAFELY Workers at all levels in all industries who need a basic understanding of the essentials of workplace hazards. COURSE OUTLINE: The aim of this course is to train workers to make sure that their actions in the workplace contribute to health and safety rather than damage it. Upon completing this course, workers will have a firm understanding of their health and safety responsibilities. As an introductory course, the programme focuses on best practice rather than theory. Understanding of the course material is evaluated by means of a multiple choice assessment and hazard spotting exercises. The course is delivered over one day in an interactive classroom environment. We usually deliver this course internationally over a number of days to an organisation s entire workforce. IOSH SAFETY FOR EXECUTIVES AND DIRECTORS Directors and corporate policy makers who need to be briefed in essential health and safety issues which affect business today. COURSE OUTLINE: To enable executives to contribute to the review of policy, strategies, and where necessary, introduce changes to make their organisation operate more safely. Understanding of the course material is evaluated by means of a personal commitment. 1 day 8

9 In-Company Classroom Courses IAS COURSES OUR APPROVED IAS AUDIT COURSES ISO Internal Environmental Auditor OHSAS Auditor/Lead Auditor Audit Skills Training The International Accreditation Society (ias) was established in 1998 as a non-profit exam board with the brief to set standards for the delivery of health and safety training for individuals in the workplace. ACT has been providing ias qualifications for over 15 years in a range of areas including health and safety auditing, legionella and stress management. OHSAS AUDITOR/LEAD AUDITOR Those required to act as Lead Auditor in an organisation which is implementing or has implemented a BS OHSAS occupational health and safety management system. OUTLINE: Leading an audit team requires special skills over and above those expected of an internal auditor. The lead auditor will have responsibility for planning the audit, taking the lead in the opening and closing meeting, coordinating the activities of the team and delivering the report. Additionally, the lead auditor is expected to establish the composition of the audit team, determining required competencies in the light of the risks faced. Learning is assessed by continuous assessment and end of course written assessments: Paper 1 Audit principles and Paper 2 Conducting audits to OHSAS days ISO INTERNAL ENVIRONMENTAL AUDITOR Environmental representatives and those responsible for carrying out internal audits for Environmental Management Systems, including ISO 14001:2015. OUTLINE: This course provides a more in depth alternative to the Environmental Awareness course including more practical elements. The course: Sets out the key elements of environmental legislation and the practical tasks associated with environmental auditing Provides an introduction to environmental management using formal audited systems Includes video, syndicate exercises and handouts. Practical audits can be arranged. Learning is assessed by an end of course written assessment and a practical audit to be carried out at your own workplace. 2 days AUDIT SKILLS TRAINING Those responsible for monitoring the health and safety policy and conducting internal compliance audits. Excellent practical audit skills course for those trained to OHSAS 18001, QSA, ISRS. OUTLINE: This accredited course is recognised as being the foremost, independent, assessed audit skills training scheme. Auditor s should gain this qualification to ensure the effectiveness of their organisation s audits. The course will demonstrate: The professional method of preparing and carrying out health and safety audits of your own policy Interview techniques Verification/sampling methods How to create reports with action recommendations Learning is assessed by an end of course written assessment, comprising of a range of multi-format questions and various tasks relating to the audit process. 3 days 9

10 In-Company Classroom Courses OTHER COURSES CITB are the Sector Skills Council and Industry Training Board for the construction industry, working to deliver a safe, professional and fully qualified construction workforce. SITE MANAGERS SAFETY TRAINING SCHEME Project managers, site managers and site supervisors as well as proprietors of small to medium sized companies. OUTLINE: Covers the Health and Safety at Work Act and the Regulations relevant to the Construction Industry (and other workplaces). Will include site set-up, CDM, risk assessment, method statements, scaffolding, electricity, excavations, demolition and confined spaces. At the end of the course, each individual has to pass a written assessment and make a presentation of a suitable health and safety solution to a site activity, the certificates are valid for five years. 5 days SITE SUPERVISORS SAFETY TRAINING SCHEME Team leaders, foremen, gangers, first line managers and supervisors with supervisory responsibilities and a need to understand their legal duties. OUTLINE: Ensures that candidates have an overview and understanding of their responsibility for supervising and helping to oversee safety in a construction site environment. Each individual has to pass a multiple choice and practical interaction assessment, set during and at the end of the course. Certificates are valid for five years. Our goal is to work with clients to establish effective solutions. To achieve this, we tailor courses from many examining bodies or develop our own bespoke training packages. Tailored or developed courses enable the inclusion of material that makes the learning relevant to the organisation and to the student. This can include documents, site specific still and moving images, reference to current initiatives, inclusion of case studies and relevant learning exercises. Course materials can often be adapted to include branding of your organisation and may be translated into languages other than English. Our training has impressed many clients and delegates, because we provide quality presentations, make it personal and interesting to delegates that are from diverse backgrounds. As well as the range of courses shown in this brochure, we re able to offer a range of other courses based on our clients requirements. ACT provides training related to: Professional competence Good management practices Techniques for managing risk Management of specific risks Development of skills Awareness We have satisfied training initiatives that require a large number of people to be trained over a short period; we are also well placed to help clients identify training needs, develop learning standards for awards and gain endorsement by awarding bodies. We help organisations to prioritise competency requirements listed in their training matrix and provide solutions through in-house classroom/workplace based programmes. We can even source suitable courses that cover a range of topics, for example, management skills and behavioural safety. 2 days Having successfully completed this course, a natural progression would be to the five day Site Managers Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) course above. 10

11 E-learning Courses NEBOSH INTERNATIONAL GENERAL CERTIFICATE WHY CHOOSE E-LEARNING? Flexible - study when and where you like Employers can train multiple employees and monitor progress throughout Tutor support available Accessible 24/7 Lower environmental impact and cost effective Opportunities for online assessment Examination locations available worldwide ACT has been developing e-learning for over ten years and have successfully trained thousands of students worldwide. It can often be very difficult to provide training for employees who work flexible hours either through training within the organisation or by attending classroom courses at our venues. To address the increasing need for flexible training we now offer a wide range of training solutions. E-learning is a great method of learning for those without the time or availability to attend a classroom taught course. You can start an e-learning course at any time and anywhere in the world. It is an interesting and enjoyable way to learn and you can gain support from a tutor while working at your own pace. The e-learning part of the ACT Academy provides flexible access to induction, specific risk, audit skills and professional level products. We can develop and tailor e-learning to ensure clients have the learning they need, including a blended learning approach, which combines both conventional classroom face-to-face learning with e-learning formats. The leading international health and safety qualification available from ACT as a cost-effective e-learning package to develop your organisation s HSE competency. This globally recognised qualification will help you to understand the general health and safety issues that affect organisations and enable you to manage risk effectively. The ACT e-learning course for the NEBOSH International General Certificate includes all the learning materials you will need for: Unit IGC1 - Management of international health and safety Unit GC2 - Control of international workplace hazards Unit GC3- International health and safety Health and safety practical application This NEBOSH approved online course achieves excellent pass rates by adopting a linear design which takes users on an interactive journey through the core NEBOSH syllabus content with a range of exercises along the way. EACH ELEMENT INCLUDES: Core learning PDFs Reinforcement of the NEBOSH command words Confirmation of understanding tasks ILO recommendations, conventions and sources of reference LEARNING AIDS: Highly interactive and engaging learning aids appear throughout the course. These include, case studies, videos, multiple choice questions, and workplace inspection exercises. EXERCISES TO ENABLE EXAM SUCCESS: Your exam technique including the management of time apportionment is developed through practice NEBOSH style exam questions. Also included is: Example answers and useful guidance Exam practice and mock exam exercises Study skills and revision tips OTHER DYNAMIC FEATURES: A useful welcome presentation which explores the NEBOSH command words, the course syllabus, and exam tips. Optional support available from our experienced tutors. GC3 practice, support and guidance. EXAMS: Units IGC1 and GC2 are each assessed by one two-hour written examination. Unit GC3 is assessed by one two-hour practical examination carried out in the student s own workplace. Examinations for this qualification are currently offered in English, Arabic, Russian, Turkish, Portuguese, Spanish (European) and French. Examinations take place in March, June, September and December or on demand exams can also be arranged. ACT can advise and assist students to sit the exams in most countries in the world, for example, the British Council, an accredited exam centre that take external candidates or one of our trusted partners. 11

12 E-learning Courses IOSH Our fully IOSH accredited e-learning packages allow workers and managers to learn about their health and safety responsibilities and complete all of their learning and assessments online. We suggest an effective learning plan that will guide students through the course to ensure that they are prepared for their exam. Our IOSH e-learning courses: Are highly interactive Include useful exercises and tasks Provide assessment preparation MANAGING SAFELY ACT s Managing Safely e-learning course effectively guides students through study to ensure assessment success. The course involves a minimum of 21 hours of study, which can be done in a flexible way to suit manager availability during the course. The course provides you with an opportunity to apply your knowledge to IOSH style assessment questions to refine understanding and prepare for the end of course assessment and the practical risk assessment. WORKING SAFELY Our Working Safely e-learning course provides workers with a basic knowledge of health and safety without them having to take time away from work. The course involves a minimum of 5 hours of study which makes this course extremely flexible because workers don t have to leave their workplace. Learning is made up of 4 parts and opportunity is provided to test learning through mock assessments. The final assessment is a friendly multiple choice and hazard spotting scheme. IAS APPROVED OHSAS INTERNAL AUDITOR This online e-learning package provides an effective way to gain competence in carrying out internal audits against the standard. New internal auditors Internal auditors with experience who want to confirm their competence by independent assessment Managers who have an interest in the audit process Health and safety practitioners who need to understand this important audit activity Organisations who want to achieve OHSAS and those that already hold certification Students who need to be able to learn flexibly, at their own pace in their own time The course is available online and involves a minimum of 20 hours of study, which can be done in a flexible way to suit your availability to study during the course. It also includes mock assessments to prepare you for the online final assessment. The software provides access during training to the comprehensive British Standards Institute (BSI) OHSAS guidance in full, which is used throughout to introduce and explain the standard and the requirements to meet certification. UKATA ASBESTOS AWARENESS A verified UKATA approved Asbestos Awareness Category A Course aimed at making you aware of the dangers of asbestos. This course teaches students to understand what asbestos is, the typical locations where it is found and how to work safely to avoid exposure in the event that they are working in the vicinity of asbestos containing materials (ACMs). The course is available online and involves between 2 and 3 hours of study, which can be done in a flexible way to suit your availability to study during the course. The assessment is purely online and consists of 15 multiple choice questions. AWARENESS For organisations committed to providing a healthy, safe and secure environment in which all workers and others can work. These short, approx. 1 hour, awareness e-learning courses allow organisations to provide their workers with a basic knowledge of health and safety risks at a fraction of the cost of classroom training. Easy to follow and understand Includes interactive exercises throughout including multiple choice questions Assessment is integrated and taken online and results are given instantly Mobile compatible Courses can be tailored if required to include custom and additional content Staff progress can be monitored Upon successful completion the user will be able to download, save and print off their certificate HEALTH AND SAFETY INDUCTION Provides an essential first step into health and safety and outlines some key points to help ensure that workers are able to contribute to their own health and safety as well as those who may be affected by their actions. DISPLAY SCREEN EQUIPMENT Designed for anyone who uses DSE as an integral part of their job. It gives workers the knowledge they need to correctly use DSE in order to reduce health and safety risks and workplace health problems. The course will inform and educate workers to be aware of the risks of using computer equipment or any other forms of inputting device including tablets, laptops and smartphones. FIRE SAFETY Designed for managers, supervisors, fire marshals, and all workers who may be involved in a fire emergency. An introduction into the essentials of Fire Safety in the workplace, including the nature of fire, emergency procedures and what you should do if you hear the alarm or a fire is detected. MANUAL HANDLING Covers how to lift objects safely without risking injury and is intended for anyone required to manually lift, carry, push or pull any load. This includes managers, supervisors, porters, technicians, delivery personnel and any workers involved in lifting or moving inanimate objects in the workplace.

13 RMS STUDY BOOKS RMS publishes these NEBOSH study guides in conjunction with ACT, its distribution partner. Typical features: Current to NEBOSH specifications Full colour throughout Text directed to exam needs Valuable reference for job role Practical explanations Photographs and sketches Sample questions and answers Practical assessment sample Suitable for NVQ distance and e-learning Available to students for direct purchase For global companies seeking world-wide training solutions Volume discounts available As well as being provided free of charge to delegates attending our NEBOSH classroom courses at our UK venues, the books are also proving extremely popular as support materials for other NEBOSH accredited course providers. The NEBOSH study books are an excellent source of information, whether studying for a NEBOSH qualification or other learning programmes. They can also be used as a valuable reference guide for topics relating to your job role. NEBOSH Endorsed INTERNATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY AT WORK This guide is an excellent reference for those with management responsibility in health and safety wherever in the world they may be working. (Meets the requirements of the NEBOSH International General Certificate syllabus: Units IGC1 and GC2). INTERNATIONAL OIL AND GAS OPERATIONAL SAFETY This essential guide is an excellent reference for all those from around the world who work in oil and gas and the connected industries. (Meets the requirements of the NEBOSH International Oil and Gas Certificate syllabus: Units IOG1 and IOG2). INTERNATIONAL DIPLOMA These guides are an excellent reference for health and safety practitioners and each cover a unit of the current NEBOSH International Diploma syllabus. Unit IA Managing Health and Safety Unit IB Hazardous Substances and Agents Unit IC Workplace and Work Equipment Safety INTERNATIONAL FIRE SAFETY AND RISK MANAGEMENT This guide provides an excellent reference for all those with management responsibility in fire safety to help enable them to ensure that their organisation meets its legal duties. It meets the requirements of the NEBOSH International Certificate in Fire Safety. Please go to our website to view our full range of publications which include: NEBOSH National General Certificate NEBOSH Construction Certificate The Management of Health and Well-being in the Workplace The Management of Environmental Risks in the Workplace NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety and Risk Management NEBOSH National Diploma - Units A, B and C NEBOSH Award in Health and Safety at Work NEBOSH Environmental Awareness at Work Audit checklists - Levels 1, 2 and 3 13

14 Consultancy For over 25 years, risk management has been at the core of our business. ACT s professional and experienced team of project managers have provided solutions to meet the health, safety and environmental management needs of many organisations. Our aim is to provide cost effective services whilst also keeping your organisation s goals as a priority. Not sure where to start with health and safety? All organisations have to meet legal requirements and ACT can help. Our expert consultants can provide gap analysis and business health check services to help your organisation pinpoint where effort is required to meet and exceed legislation and best practice. Our expert team can also help you to determine the health, safety and environmental training needs of your organisation. We carry out an in depth review of the learning and development requirements for workers considering their skills, knowledge and behaviours. ACT has the expertise and experience to support any organisation s health, safety and environmental initiatives. Whether you re looking to meet minimum legislative requirements or plan to implement a health and safety management system, we take a collaborative approach and work with you to achieve effective and efficient results. Over the past 25 years, ACT has worked with hundreds of organisations in a range of industries all over the world to deliver flexible and convenient solutions to train workers and improve levels of health and safety as well as providing a range of consultancy and audit services. Consultancy Our professional team can provide a range of solutions including: The development of health, safety and environmental policy and procedures The planning, implementation and integration of health, safety and environmental management systems Business health checks If your organisation s goal is to grow then recruitment may be your business s next step. Businesses often take shortcuts by not carefully analysing and specifying needs which can result in the recruitment of workers who don t meet the role requirements. Business acquisition is also a common technique used to grow. We at ACT have the experience and expertise to help your business reduce the potential negative impact of business change and growth. Our services include: Provision of a Competent Person to ensure compliance with current HSE requirements and to cover a current job holder s absence or vacancy Assistance with the interview and assessment of proposed Competent Person applicants Supporting new post holder s integration into their new role Gap analysis of procedures and training needs to meet best practice and legislative requirements Controlling risks in your workplace Risk assessment is the process of determining what might cause harm to people and deciding whether you are taking reasonable steps to prevent that harm. Our three step programme is a cost effective way to determine if you have covered all you need to do. The identification and assessment of the activities that could harm your business. Identification of current risk controls and suitability and any specific risks which may need additional controls to meet legal requirements. These control measures do not have to be assessed separately but can be considered as part of, or an extension of, your overall risk assessment approach. Agree actions resources and time frames required to establish controls. 14

15 Consultancy Regular audits are vital for ensuring compliance and continual improvement. ACT has a team of experienced auditors who have expert knowledge of a range of auditing systems and protocols. We have developed our own unique audit methodology which can validate your current level of compliance and provide an insight into the actions necessary to maintain compliance and make improvements. Our audit capabilities include: Validating legislative compliance and minimum legislative requirements Audits based on recognised standards such as OHSAS and ISO Implementation of recognised standards Audit checklists to record findings and actions to aid audit assessment and decision making 1 We start by agreeing the audit scope and criteria the organisation will be audited against 2 We review documents such as management systems, risk management policy and relevant strategy reports 3 We interview a range of managers and employees to cover all issues relating to risk management performance 4 We observe management and work practices to determine the effectiveness of the risk management system 5 Our auditors complete analysis of findings 6 We prepare a summary report of our findings for discussion with the senior management team Agree scope of audit Document Review Interviews Workplace observations Compilation of findings Present Findings ISO GAP TOOLS 9001:2015, 14001:2015, 45001* Is your organisation planning for the transition to the 2015 versions of the ISO 9001 and 14001? Perhaps your organisation is looking to become certified for the upcoming ISO 45001? This suite of ISO Gap Tools will provide excellent support in achieving and maintaining conformity with quality, environmental and health and safety standards. The suite of ISO Gap Tool software packages have been designed by two of the most experienced interpreters of ISO standards in the world. David chaired the ISO Technical Committee for ISO and is currently chairing the ISO committee developing the ISO standard. Kristian is the Convenor and active member of the ISO committee and has 20 years experience working with ISO standards. Their combined knowledge and experience has enabled them to design a suite of ISO Gap Tools that provide you with the means to analyse your organisation s current management systems and determine the extent to which they conform to the requirements of ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and the upcoming ISO There are significant differences between the current ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 and earlier versions. Similarly, ISO represents a substantial remodelling of BS OHSAS The ISO Gap Tool will highlight these differences and the implications to your organisation when making the transition to the current standards. *Coming soon The ISO Gap Tool software will lead you through the gap analysis process, identify gaps and provide you with structured guidance on how to bring your management systems into closer conformity with the standards. Why Choose The Gap Tool? The ISO Gap Tools will help you plan for a smooth transition to current standards confirming your understanding of the ISO standards and looking at what is required to introduce these into your management systems. The ISO GAP Tools are useful web-based applications that can take as little as an hour to complete analysis is supported by guidance. The software collates and evaluates your answers and provides you with a well-presented report immediate on completion of the gap analysis. This report will give you a very precise picture of how close you are to conformity with the standards and the action necessary to close the gap and reach conformity not only conformity with the requirements set out in the text of the standard, but also the intention of the standard. 15

16 Our aim is to be the best at what we do and to exceed our customers expectations Mission Statement Government organisations face budget cuts which made ACT s cost-effective e-learning solutions the ideal choice for the majority of our managers. Using ACT s IOSH Managing Safely e-learning course, our staff achieved a 100% pass rate. The tutor was very professional and knowledgeable. He was very good at teaching and explains everything extremely well. He was friendly and helpful during the training. The trainers had superb knowledge of their subject matter and varied the training methods to suit all students. The content of the course was made engaging, fun and interesting which is surprising for a course of its nature. The tutor had a wide range of knowledge and did an excellent job. I would recommend ACT to anyone who has to deal with health and safety issues. Their training courses improves knowledge and their consultancy services supported our company s health and safety initiatives excellently. Victoria House, 32 Lower High St, Stourbridge, West Midlands, UK, DY8 1TA +44 (0) actsales@actassociates.co.uk RMS /v.5.0 (07-17) 1