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Training. Skills. Success.

Last week was another week of building skills, strengthening workplace safety and supporting businesses across the South West!

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From abrasive wheels and risk assessments to NPORS training, industry testing and training room hire, it's been another productive week here at Champion Training Solutions.

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Our team has been busy helping businesses develop the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to maintain safer working environments, while supporting individuals in achieving and maintaining essential industry qualifications.

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Here's a closer look at what we've been up to this week!

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Abrasive Wheels & Safe Use of Disc Cutter | Champion Groundworks

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We supported Champion Groundworks Ltd with Abrasive Wheels & Safe Use of Disc Cutter training, helping operatives develop the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to work safely with abrasive wheel equipment and disc cutters.

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These tools are widely used across the construction industry, but incorrect use, damaged equipment or unsuitable discs can present significant risks to operators and those working nearby.

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Our training covered key areas including equipment inspection and maintenance, correct disc selection and fitting, personal protective equipment (PPE), hazard awareness and safe operating procedures.

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By understanding the risks and following appropriate safety practices, delegates are better equipped to use abrasive wheel equipment confidently and responsibly, helping to reduce the likelihood of workplace accidents and injuries.

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View our NPORS Plant & Machinery courses here.

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Principles of Risk Assessment | Champion Groundworks

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We also delivered Principles of Risk Assessment training for Champion Groundworks, supporting delegates in developing their understanding of how to identify, evaluate and control workplace risks.

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Effective risk assessments play a fundamental role in workplace health and safety, helping businesses recognise potential hazards before they lead to accidents or injuries.

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Throughout the course, learners explored the key principles of risk assessment, including hazard identification, evaluating levels of risk, implementing appropriate control measures and maintaining safe systems of work.

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By developing these essential skills, employees can take a more proactive approach to workplace safety and contribute to creating safer working environments for themselves and their colleagues.

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Find out more about our Principles of Risk Assessment course here.

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NPORS CAT & Genny Training | Champion Groundworks & The Donkey Sanctuary

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Our NPORS CAT & Genny training brought together delegates from Champion Groundworks Ltd and The Donkey Sanctuary, helping them develop the knowledge and practical skills required to identify underground services safely.

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Underground utilities can present serious hazards during excavation and groundwork activities. Accidentally striking buried electrical cables, gas pipes or other services can result in serious injuries, costly damage and significant disruption.

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The training focused on the safe and effective use of Cable Avoidance Tools (CAT) and Signal Generators (Genny), including understanding equipment functions, interpreting signals and applying safe excavation practices.

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By improving awareness of underground hazards and developing practical detection skills, delegates are better prepared to reduce the risk of utility strikes and support safer working practices.

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View our NPORS Plant & Machinery courses here.

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Training Room Hire | Taylor Wimpey Conversion Course

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It wasn't just our own training courses keeping our facilities busy this week!

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Our purpose-built training centre in Marsh Barton, Exeter, was also used to support the delivery of the Taylor Wimpey Conversion Course.

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Providing a comfortable, professional and well-equipped environment for learning is an important part of successful training delivery.

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Our training rooms offer businesses and training providers a convenient space to host courses, workshops, meetings and professional development sessions.

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We're pleased to have been able to support the delivery of this course and provide a welcoming environment for everyone attending.

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Whether you're organising a small team session or a larger training event, our facilities offer a flexible solution for businesses looking for professional training space in Exeter.

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CITB & NPORS HS&E Testing | Champion Groundworks

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Alongside our training courses, our approved CITB and NPORS Health, Safety & Environment (HS&E) Test Centre welcomed candidates from Champion Groundworks completing their industry assessments.

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Maintaining the appropriate qualifications and industry cards is an important consideration for construction businesses, helping to demonstrate workforce competence and awareness of essential health, safety and environmental responsibilities.

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The CITB and NPORS HS&E Tests assess candidates' understanding of key safety principles relevant to working within the construction industry and can form part of the requirements for obtaining or renewing relevant industry cards.

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Our modern Online Test Centre in Marsh Barton, Exeter, provides a convenient and professional environment for individuals and employers looking to arrange testing.

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With purpose-built facilities and a friendly team on hand to support the booking process, we aim to make organising industry testing as straightforward as possible.

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Click here to find out more about our Online Test Centre facilities.

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A Big Thank You to Our Customers and Delegates!

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Another successful week wouldn't be possible without the businesses and individuals who choose Champion Training Solutions for their training and development needs.

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We'd like to extend a huge thank you to Champion Groundworks, The Donkey Sanctuary and Taylor Wimpey for choosing us to support their training, testing and facility requirements.

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It's always rewarding to work with organisations that recognise the importance of investing in their people, developing essential skills and maintaining high standards of workplace safety.

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And, of course, a big congratulations to everyone who completed training or testing with us last week!

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Whether you've developed new practical skills, strengthened your safety knowledge or taken another step towards an industry qualification, every achievement contributes towards a safer, more competent and more confident workforce.

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Supporting Safer Workplaces and Stronger Workforces

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At Champion Training Solutions, we're passionate about helping businesses invest in their people through accessible, practical and industry-focused training.

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From NPORS plant and machinery training and workplace health and safety courses to first aid, industry testing and professional training room hire, we offer a comprehensive range of solutions to support businesses across Devon, the South West and beyond.

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Whether you're planning training for an individual employee, arranging qualifications for your workforce or looking for professional facilities to deliver your own courses, our experienced team is here to help.

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