The danger of added pressure for materials handling leading up to Christmas

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Christmas time and the long lead up are an exceptionally busy time of year for those working in warehouses, distribution and logistics. With demand high and shops stocking Christmas merchandise earlier and earlier every year, it is crucial that supply chains are prepared well in advance for this manic time of year. With added pressure […]

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Getting an Apprenticeship in the Construction Industry

An apprenticeship is an attractive prospect for many young people who have left education and are looking to take the next step in their lives. One of the key attractions of an apprenticeship for many people is the guarantee of employment on completion of the course, as well as the development of skills that will […]

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Are Foreign Forklift Licences Valid in the UK?

Many countries have a system of licensing for forklift drivers, which is a completely legal and normal practice, but are they legal in the UK? The answer is quite simply no. This is not because the UK doesn’t believe in the validity of the licences from abroad, but because we don’t have licences for forklift […]

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Top 10 reasons behind forklift accidents

Accidents in the workplace are something which every employer wants to avoid. Posing a great risk to safety in any warehouse or industrial setting is the use of forklifts – and while they remain an essential tool when operated correctly, there are many ways in which they can be involved in accidents. To highlight the […]

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Career options for forklift qualification holders

There are numerous different kinds of forklifts you can be trained to operate, but there seems to be a lack of knowledge out there when it comes to what kind of career options there are if you work to obtain your forklift qualifications. It can seem like a daunting thing to take on, especially if […]

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Top 3 Questions from Managers Considering Staff Certifications

As a manager of any kind of business, you’ll want the best for your company and for your staff. The better trained your staff are, the more you can come to expect from them and, in turn, the happier they will be knowing they are achieving things in their day-to-day work. When it comes to […]

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How to Identify Health & Safety Hazards in the Workplace

There are many different industries and working areas which contain health and safety risks, all of which are overseen by a range of laws. The breaching of these laws can see criminal prosecution and could even result in a prison sentence; however, the biggest incentive to following the law should be that of protecting your […]

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What Are The Licensing Requirements for HGV/LGV Drivers?

The term HGV (Heavy Goods Vehicle) or LGV (Large Goods Vehicle) refers to vehicles which are in excess of 3.5 tonnes. Here at Euro 1 Training, we go through the requirements for a HGV.LGV Lorry Driver Licence.   These vehicles, such as lorries, fire engines and buses are all far more difficult to drive due […]

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What is the CPCS?

Health and safety, along with professional qualifications, is one of the most important things when operating on a construction site. The CPCS (Construction Plant Competence Scheme) is designed to ensure that plant operators meet these two requirements for working on MCG (Major Contractor Groups) and NCF (National Contractors Federation) sites. The scheme is designed to […]

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The Importance of Fire Drills in the Workplace

Depending on the time of year a fire drill is either an uncomfortable nuisance or a refreshing break from the drudgery of work. What should never be underestimated about fire drills, however, is how important they are – they protect your building, your staff and your customers. It is a very quick procedure to introduce […]

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