Multi-award winning medical & safety training. Covering the UK from our base in Knutsford, Cheshire โขFirst Aid โขLigature Response โขLadder Safety & so much more!
Last night, we were awarded the overall winner in the Sustainability Champion category of the
@altichamber
business awards.
We're absolutely over the moon, as the nominees and other shortlisted businesses are running some amazing programmes & really showcasing what can be done.
Guess what happened last week?
This!!
Not just the regional winner, but the national winner as well!
Thrilled, blown away, [insert superlative] doesn't even come close.
#SBSwinnershour
We were very excited to learn that because we won the FSB Self Employed / Freelancer of the year in the North West, we are shortlisted for the UK Finals on 18th May. Please keep your fingers crossed for us, you never know we might just win the UK final too!
#FSBawards
HELP!
We've received 3 nominations in the Altrincham & Sale Chamber of Commerce Awards!
โขProfessional Services
โขEducation & Training Provider
โขSustainability Champion
Thank you to all who nominated us!
The voting to determines who wins has now opened (9 Aug-16 Sept).
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Hi
@TheoPaphitis
! At Chris Garland Training our candidates leave feeling that "I know what to do & I'm confident to do it!"
We "do" medical & safety training, plus lots more besides!
How many more people could have life saving skills with the support of
#SBS
?
#KingOf
#MHHSBD
We support
@sascampaigns
, and a portion of every training course is set aside and donated every quarter. We have our latest figures and so far your training has helped us to remove 2,844 Kg of plastics from UK beaches and seas! A very big thank you to you
We do love training, sharing knowledge & skills but it is not our only true love, wishing all our friends & connections a very Happy Valentineโs day! To share the love, we are starting a follow train! Some of the accounts we love to interact with are in the comments, all aboard!
Your course bookings directly help us to support the
@NWAirAmbulance
in the amazing work that they do. It is thanks to all our delegates that we have been able to donate ยฃ1,643.00 โ from all of us at Chris Garland Training, thank you!
Being aware of the causes and symptoms will help you act fast in a situation where you suspect someone is having a stroke and provide them with the best chance of receiving the treatment they need and minimising the long term impact of the condition.
This highly practical ligature training course is aimed at those who need to undertake โligature rescueโ/ โanti-ligatureโ / โligature responseโ training and who hold an in-date first aid certificate. To find out more about this course please click here:
Accidents can happen at any time and quite often the longer term consequences of an accident are entirely dependent on the initial action taken to treat any wounds or injury. In this blog we will take a look at burns and how to treat them.
#FirstAid
#Burns
Weโre here to support learners with all different types of learning needs. If you have a learning support need, please contact us before you book your course so that we can investigate whether we can put in place any reasonable adjustments to support you.
Halloween, full of fun, good natured mischief and lots of goodies. Here are some good reminders for everyone heading out tonight. Have fun, stay safe and clean your teeth before bed!
Cedric plays a very important role, helping Chris to explain all about hazards and risks. Find out all about Cedric and his unique properties in our video, once youโve learned all about him, we are sure you will agree, he is a very welcome addition to our team!
The Introduction to Epilepsy Awareness course is aimed at people working in the care sector. However anyone who would like to expand their knowledge or understand what to do if they see someone have a seizure should take this course.
New course! The Ladder and Step Ladder Use and Inspection Training - Did you know that ladder training is a legal requirement, if your job role includes, or there is the possibility that it may include, the use of ladders or step ladders. Find out more:
First Aid Afloat - The course is designed to provide a working knowledge of first aid for all those who go afloat, on inland waters or up to 60 miles offshore. To find out more about the course, visit our website here:
#FirstAidTraining
#FirstAidAfloat
Fire Door Inspection Checklist: What to Look for and Why. In this blog Chris has detailed what the responsible person should regularly check and why each check is so important:
Your course bookings directly help us to support the North West Air Ambulance Charity in the amazing work that they do. To date you have helped us fund 554 miles of life-saving flight! Thank you!
Epilepsy Awareness. The Introduction to Epilepsy Awareness course is primarily aimed at people working in the care sector; either with children or adults. However anyone who would like to expand their knowledge should take this course.
#EpilepsyAwareness
So exciting! We have been nominated for the
@FSBNorthWest
FSB Celebrating Small Business Awards North West! The final is on 3rd March, so wish us luck and keep your fingers crossed for us!
A moving video of a truck load of much needed supplies reaching the Ukraine, the load included battery power packs, food clothing and our box of bandages
#WeStandWithUkraine
New course! The Ladder and Step Ladder Use and Inspection Training - Did you know that ladder training is a legal requirement, if your job role includes, or there is the possibility that it may include, the use of ladders or step ladders. Find out more:
Did you know? Ladders account for 40% of all accidents when working at height in the workplace, little wonder then that ladder safety is a hot topic, read our blog to find out more about ladder safety and some very useful tips and advice to stay safe!
A food allergy occurs when the bodyโs immune system reacts abnormally to certain food proteins. Symptoms can range from mild to severe, and in some cases, even life-threatening. Find out more about food allergies in our blog:
Achieving Level 5 Food Hygiene Rating online course gives you an overview of how the National Food Hygiene Rating Scheme works, what the scoring criteria are and how these are assessed by the inspectors etc. Click here to find out more and to book
Some great reviews received for our recent Wound Closure Course. From the 11 attendees we had 8x 5 star reviews and 3x 4 starโฆ I think they liked our course โ hereโs what they said:
#WoundClosure
#Training
Introduction to Anti-Harassment and Bullying. This CPD approved course covers the commitments that will be laid out in your companyโs anti-harassment and bullying policy. Find out more here:
#AntiHarrassment
#AntiBullying
#Training
These days defibrillators are a common sight in workplaces, schools and when out and about. They do, however need to be looked after to make sure that, when they are needed, they work perfectly. Read more:
#defibrilator
#AED
Introduction to Dementia Awareness. This course is intended to give you an overview of the common types and symptoms of dementia as well as how it can affect the brain. It also covers strategies to use with clients with dementia.
Legionella Awareness - This course is for anyone in charge of a premises. This includes all employers, self-employed people and anyone else in control of a premises, such as landlords and letting agents. Find out more here:
#LegionellaTraining
I am trying to unravel this, I canโt quite fathom out just what has gone on here. Was the fork truck in the lorry and reverse out? Did it try a Dukes of Hazard style jump from the loading bay?
We have been shortlisted the following awards โ keep your fingers crossed for us!
@altichamber
Business Awards: (10th Nov)
โข Sustainability Award
@NChesChamber
Business Awards: (24th Nov)
โข Carbon Reduction Award (Shortlisted!)
โข Health & Wellbeing Award (Shortlisted!)
Emergency First Aid for Rugby - Our Emergency First Aid for Rugby course provides you with the knowledge & skills required to be a first aider for your local Rugby club. Find out more about this course here:
#Rugby
#FirstAid
#FirstAidRugby
Did you know? If you are arranging training for a registered Charity you qualify for a 10% discount on all our courses! Please let us know your charity status at the time of booking so that we can apply your discount.
#Charity
#Training
This highly practical ligature training course is aimed at those who need to undertake โligature rescueโ/ โanti-ligatureโ / โligature responseโ training and who hold an in-date first aid certificate. Find out more here:
#LigatureResponse
#LigatureRescue
There are worse ways to start off a brand new year! Cracking review received through our website, this kind of feedback makes everything worthwhile doesnโt it?
#Training
#FirstAid
Achieving Level 5 Food Hygiene Rating. This course is intended to give you an overview of how the National Food Hygiene Rating Scheme works, what the scoring criteria are and how these are assessed by the inspectors, etc. Find out more:
The blended learning version of our brilliant forest school first aid course; part online, part face-to-face! Our course is an Ofqual accredited qualification is 6-8 hours online pre-learning and 2 days face-to-face. For more info, visit here:
#FirstAid
Choosing the Right Evacuation Chair: In this article Chris explores how to choose the right evacuation chair, not all evacuation chairs are created equal. In fact, choosing the right evacuation chair can be a daunting task for many.
#EvacuationChair
Fire doors play a crucial role in the safety of any building during a fire emergency, but not all fire doors are up to the job. Read our blog to make sure your doors perform if they are needed: Fire Door Inspection Checklist - What to Look for and Why
On the 18th May we will be attending the FSB Celebrating Small Business Awards. We are finalists in the Self-Employed/Freelancer of the Year 2023. Nail biting stuff! Please wish us luck! More info available here:
Good morning gang!
Have a wonderful Friday folks ๐
Here's the view from the B&B that I stayed in last night. Even better views from the training venue.
Asbestos is a word that quite often elicits some very negative emotions in most people, it is a material that needs to be treated with respect and care as the long-term effects of exposure to asbestos are very severe. What is asbestos - find out:
This IIRSM approved noise awareness course starts by going into detail about how dangerous noise can be in the workplace, and the main safety issues you should be aware of. Find out more about this course here:
#NoiseAwareness
This week is Food Allergy Awareness week, if you are wondering what a food allergy is, how they occur and the types of food that cause allergic reactions, have a read of our Food Allergy Awareness blog:
#AllergyAwarenessWeek
The first few minutes in a medical emergency are vital when it comes to increasing the chances of someone surviving. Read our blog about Basic Life Support and just what it entails:
#BLS
#CPR
#BasicLifeSupport
If your workplace has chosen evacuation sledges as a means of assisting those less able to evacuate the premises during an emergency, the training you receive needs to meet specific standards. Join us on 16/05 for our 1/2 day Evacuation Sledge Training
Due to demand! We have a First Aid Course - First Aid For The Over 60โs. Our 4 hour first aid for the over 60โs course is the perfect way to refresh your first aid and self-care knowledge. Find out more about this new course here:
#FirstAidTraining
As of November 2022 we have planted 1,751 trees with JUST ONE Tree. This amazing non-profit organisation are saving the planet one tree at a time, uniting people along the way & providing sustainable livelihoods for those less fortunate. ยฃ1 Plants 1 tree
Emergency First Aid at Work Course โ 10th August. If youโre looking to get qualified as a workplace first aider, this one day course is the course that most businesses choose. Find out what is involved and book your place here:
#FirstAidtraining
#EFAW
Level 2 Award in Preventing Violence in the Workplace. Workplace violence has become a serious issue for employers throughout the UK This qualification is aimed at those that may need to deal with aggressive individuals, but are unlikely to face violence.
Level 2 Award in Food Safety for Retail is an online accredited course that follows the latest EHO Approved Syllabus. It's accredited by Qualifi.
#FoodSafety
Mental health has become, rightly so, a very important topic for many businesses and quite often people confuse mental health with mental illness, but they are fundamentally very different things. Find out more in our blog:
#MentalHealth
In this article we give a brief overview of what Manual handling is, why it is important and answer the question: is manual handling training a legal requirement?
#ManualHandling
Evacuation Chair Training. This half-day Evacuation Chair Operator & Assistant course is specifically designed to equip you with the knowledge and ability to visually check & safely use typical workplace evacuation chairs.
#EvacuationTraining
Choosing the Right Evacuation Chair: A Comprehensive Guide. In this article Chris explores how to choose the right evacuation chair, not all evacuation chairs are created equal. Read more:
What is a Risk Assessment? In this blog we look at risk assessments, what they should include, why they are so important, who should perform them and the process of conducting the assessment:
#RiskAssessment
This Friday 31st March is Wear a Hat Day is a part of Brain Tumour Awareness Month. Wear A Hat Day events have raised more than ยฃ2 million to help fund vital research and raise powerful awareness of brain tumours.