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How Do Employees Feel About Home Working? Challenges and Benefits of Working From Home

High Speed Training News Mental Health and Wellbeing

We commissioned some research to identify the challenges and benefits posed by working from home. Find how people have been affected differently, here.

Nov 20, 2020
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What Are The Three Types of Asbestos Training?

Asbestos Awareness Training

It’s crucial for staff to receive the right level of asbestos training. We outline the three different types of training and what they cover, here.

Nov 18, 2020
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Effective Communication in the Classroom: Skills for Teachers

Education Teachers and Parents

Teachers benefit from good communication skills. We outline why effective communication is key in the classroom and explain some strategies, here.

Nov 16, 2020
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How to Become an Early Years Practitioner

Career Development Early Years Education Safeguarding Children Teachers and Parents

Being an early years practitioner can be an incredibly rewarding role. We outline the skills and qualifications required to pursue the career, here.

Nov 11, 2020
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Allergen Regulations for Takeaways and Distance Sellers

Allergens and Food Labelling Hospitality

All food distance sellers should have clear food allergen labelling. We explain the current EU and UK distance selling regulations, here.

Nov 6, 2020
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Alternative Careers for Teachers

Career Development Teachers and Parents

There are many reasons a teacher may consider a career change. We explain how you can transfer your skills as a teacher in alternative jobs, here.

Nov 4, 2020
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Bonfire & Firework Safety: Assessing the Risks

Fire Safety

Bonfire night is approaching! Read our bonfire night safety tips for advice on staying safe, including bonfire guidance and the firework code.

Nov 2, 2020
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What is the CQC and Why are KLOEs Important in Care?

Safeguarding Adults

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) regulates and inspects health and social care services. We outline the CQC fundamental standards and the 5 KLOEs, here.

Oct 28, 2020
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Designated Safeguarding Lead

Advanced Safeguarding Safeguarding Children

A collation of checklists, posters and guidance designed to support the role of the Designated Safeguarding Lead and relevant procedures.

Oct 27, 2020
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What are the Roles & Responsibilities of a School Governor?

Education Teachers and Parents

School governors play an important role in the success of a school. We outline the role of a school governor and their various responsibilities, here.

Oct 23, 2020
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Hard Hat Colour Codes in Construction: What Do They Mean?

Workplace Safety

Wearing hard hats is vital if you work in construction. We outline the importance of hard hat colour codes for construction and their meanings, here.

Oct 21, 2020
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Designated Safeguarding Lead: A Resource Pack

Education Safeguarding Children Teachers and Parents

Our Designated Safeguarding Lead resource pack provides guidance and information on the responsibilities of the role. Download the resource pack, here.

Oct 16, 2020
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Working from Home: Health & Safety Quiz

Workplace Safety

If you work remotely, you are at risk of the hazards that arise in your environment. Test your knowledge on health and safety for homeworkers here.

Oct 14, 2020
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Safeguarding Flowchart: Procedure for Reporting Concerns

Education Safeguarding Children

A safeguarding flowchart complements your organisation’s child protection and safeguarding policy. Download your flowchart for reporting concerns, here.

Oct 9, 2020
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Can You Remove Asbestos Yourself?

Asbestos Awareness

Asbestos is incredibly dangerous and can still be found in buildings. Find out what to do if you come across asbestos in your home, or elsewhere, here.

Oct 7, 2020
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What is Contextual Safeguarding & Why is it Important?

Education Safeguarding Children Teachers and Parents

Contextual safeguarding is an important addition to the current safeguarding approach. We explain what it means and how it influences your role, here.

Oct 2, 2020
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Force Majeure in Construction Contracts: Workers & Contractors Rights

Business Law and Compliance Safety Management

Force majeure can give you some relief if work has to be delayed or even terminated. We explain what it means for construction contracts, here.

Sep 30, 2020
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Understanding the Different Types and Uses of Fire Extinguishers

Fire Safety Safety Management

All the information you need on different types of fire extinguishers, the colours of fire extinguishers, fire signage, and fire classification.

Sep 22, 2020
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What is Skills for Care?

Health and Hygiene Training

Skills for Care supports social care employers to run & deliver their services effectively. We discuss the Skills for Care endorsement here.

Sep 21, 2020
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Designated Safeguarding Lead Quiz

Advanced Safeguarding

Are you the Designated Safeguarding Lead at your establishment? How well do you know the responsibilities involved? Quiz & Additional Resources Provided.

Sep 17, 2020
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