Open Courses
February to December 2012
Courses will be held at venues listed below.
To book places on each course, telephone 0845 6444 622 or 01443 841000.
A map showing the location of our training premises in Pontypridd can be found via the following link - Map of RT Training Services in Pontypridd
Scroll down to see the current list of open courses.
Note that you may be asked to provide photographic ID to sit examinations. Please check at the time of booking.
First Aid
| Course Description | Location | Course Dates |
| First Aid at Work (HSE Approved) This course is ideal for nominated first aiders in the workplace, or anyone requiring comprehensive first aid training, providing the skills to deal with first aid emergencies. |
Pontypridd | February 29th to March 2nd April 17th to 19th May 14th to 17th June 12th to 14th July 16th to 18th September 12th to 14th October 15th to 17th November 27th to 29th |
| Emergency First Aid at Work (HSE Approved) This course is recommended for nominated emergency first aiders, in workplaces with lower health and safety risks. It is also ideal for anyone requiring a thorough one-day First Aid course. |
Pontypridd | February 24th March 26th May 4th June 7th July 2nd August 17th September 7th October 12th November 13th December 10th |
| First Aid at Work Requalification (HSE Approved) This course is a requalification for current holders of the First Aid at Work certificate, updating their skills to deal with first aid emergencies. |
Pontypridd | February 20th and 21st March 19th and 20th April 23rd and 24th May 22nd and 23rd June 28th and 29th July 25th and 26th September 3rd and 4th October 24th and 25th December 3rd and 4th |
| Paediatric First Aid - 12 hour This course is designed for those working or volunteering in the childcare sector - from childminders to nursery and crèche workers. |
Pontypridd | April 21st and 28th June 30th and July 7th October 13th and 20th Candidates must attend both sessions to achieve qualification |
| Paediatric First Aid - 1 day This one day course is suitable for those involved in Childcare, such as parents, grandparents and guardians of children who would like to develop their skills in dealing with an emergency. This course does not cover the breadth of topics that are covered by the 12 hour course. |
Pontypridd | May 8th September 10th |
| Annual Refresher - First Aid at Work and Emergency First Aid at Work This course is an opportunity for those first aiders with a current certificate to refresh their knowledge and practical skills. The Health and Safety Executive strongly recommends that candidates attend an Annual Refresher course while their certificate is valid. Course length - 3 hours |
Pontypridd | March 9th June 22nd October 19th 2 sessions are held on each day - 9.30am to 12.30pm or 1pm to 4pm - candidates only need to attend 1 session |
Food Safety
| Course Description | Location | Course Dates |
| Level 2 Food Safety The course is suitable for anyone who handles food, including the general public, and is particularly suitable for those working in kitchens or undertaking frontline duties in preparing, processing or retailing food. |
Pontypridd | February 17th March 27th April 27th June 1st July 3rd August 9th September 19th October 18th December 6th |
| Level 2 HACCP This course is designed for persons employed in food and food related businesses that need to have an understanding of HACCP. It is particularly useful for those involved in the implementation and maintenance of HACCP and individuals who are, or intend to become, members of HACCP teams. |
Pontypridd | May 25th |
| Level 3 Award in Supervising Food Safety in Catering This Level 3 qualification is designed principally for those who are, or intend to be, supervisors of food handlers within the catering and hospitality industry. Holders will gain a broad knowledge of food safety and food hygiene, enabling them to identify problem areas and recommend solutions. |
Pontypridd | March 12th to 14th September 24th to 26th |
| Level 3 Award in HACCP in Catering Since 1 January 2006 the majority of food businesses are required to implement a documented food safety management system based on the Codex HACCP principles. This interactive Level 3 qualification covers the 7 HACCP principles and is designed for proprietors, managers and supervisors of small and medium sized catering businesses. |
Pontypridd | Please contact us for future dates. |
| Level 4 Award in Managing Food Safety in Catering This intensive course is ideal for managers, supervisors and senior hygiene personnel. Topics covered •Legislation and enforcement •Principles of good food hygiene practice •Implementation of food safety management procedures •Role of the manager in a food business •Food safety hazards •Allocation of responsibilities |
Pontypridd | Please contact us for future dates. |
IOSH Courses
| Course Description | Location | Course Dates |
| Managing Safely This course is recommended for managers and supervisors to help with health and safety matters in the workplace. A broad range of health and safety matters are covered on this course. |
Pontypridd | May 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th |
Licensing/Door Supervisor/SIA
| Course Description | Location | Course Dates |
| Level 2 Award in Door Supervision If you want to work as a door supervisor in England and Wales, you need to have a licence issued by the Security Industry Authority (SIA), which was set up by the UK Government to regulate the private security industry, including door supervision. Without a licence, you cannot legally work on the door of licensed premises. |
Pontypridd | March 5th to 8th April 23rd to 26th May 28th to 31st June 18th to 21st July 24th to 27th September 17th to 20th October 30th to November 2nd December 4th to 7th |
| Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders (APLH) Licensing law in England and Wales states that anyone who authorises the sale of alcohol to the public must hold a personal licence. Those who wish to obtain a personal licence need to apply to their local authority. Applicants will be asked for a number of things to support their application; these will include proof that they hold a licensing qualification such as this one. |
Pontypridd | April 16th October 23rd |
Working at Height
| Course Description | Location | Course Dates |
| Working at Height training This course is designed for anyone working at height, in line with the Working at Height Regulations 2005. Topics covered include; * Legislation * Accident prevention * Equipment types and uses |
Pontypridd | February 27th July 19th November 18th (all morning sessions 9.30am to 12.00pm) |
Manual Handling
| Course Description | Location | Course Dates |
| Manual Handling This course has been developed for anyone involved in manual handling as part of their day-to-day role. Topics covered include; * Correct lifting methods * Basic anatomy of the spine * Risk assessment |
Pontypridd | March 15th September 6th (all morning sessions - 9.30am to 12.30pm) |
Fire Warden
| Course Description | Location | Course Dates |
| Fire Warden training This course is designed for anyone with a supervisory role in relation to fire in the workplace, in line with guidance on the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. |
Pontypridd | March 15th September 6th (all afternoon sessions - 1pm to 4pm) |
Abrasive Wheels
| Course Description | Location | Course Dates |
| Abrasive Wheels This course is designed for anyone working with abrasive wheels, who are required to be trained in accordance with PUWER 1998. Topics covered include; * Safe setting of abrasive wheels * Safe use of abrasive wheels * Legislation |
Pontypridd | February 27th July 19th November 18th (All afternoon session - 1pm to 4pm) |
Health and Safety in the Workplace
| Course Description | Location | Course Dates |
| Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace This course is ideal for those wishing to understand the general principles of Health and Safety in the workplace. Topics covered include; * Terminology * The nature of hazards and risks in the workplace and their possible effects * The hazards and risks likely to affect the occupational health of individuals |
Pontypridd | March 21st September 11th |
| Level 3 Award in Supervising Health and Safety in the Workplace The Level 3 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace is aimed at supervisors, managers, team leaders as well as individuals wishing to advance their health and safety knowledge. The qualification is intended for learners already working in the capacity of supervisor, manager or team leader and also those who are preparing to start work at this level. Topics covered include; •Understand the requirements for health, safety and welfare in the workplace •Understand the benefits of using a safety management system •Understand the principles of risk assessment •Understand the risks and control methods for common workplace hazards |
Pontypridd | Please contact us for future dates. |
