Is Your Workforce Training Up to Date?
Training plays an important role in maintaining a safe, competent and compliant workforce. But when businesses are busy, refresher training can easily be overlooked until a certificate has already expired.
Taking a proactive approach can help prevent gaps in competence and last-minute problems when workers need to access a site or demonstrate their qualifications.
Don't Wait for the Expiry Date
Training requirements should be regularly monitored so upcoming expiries can be identified early.
A training matrix can provide a simple overview of qualifications and certificates across your workforce, making it easier to identify what is current, what is approaching expiry and what needs to be booked.
Consider the Training Your Workforce Needs
Requirements will vary depending on the individual's role and the work being undertaken.
Common construction training can include:
SMSTS and SSSTS
First Aid
IPAF and PASMA
Asbestos Awareness
Manual Handling
Fire Awareness and Fire Warden
Face Fit Testing
Abrasive Wheels
Health & Safety Awareness
Businesses should consider legal requirements, client and site rules, risk assessments and the competence required for each role when determining appropriate training.
Plan Ahead
Leaving training until the last minute can create unnecessary pressure, particularly when course availability is limited.
Monitoring expiry dates in advance allows suitable courses to be booked while maintaining operational cover.
Training Is More Than a Certificate
Effective training isn't simply about holding a certificate. It should provide workers with the knowledge and skills they need to carry out their work safely and competently.
Training should therefore form part of a wider approach to competence, supervision and ongoing development.
How We Can Help
Combined Safety Solutions can help businesses identify training requirements, source suitable courses and manage upcoming training needs, helping you keep your workforce competent and compliant.