School specific Health & Safety services
WHY SCHOOLS TRUST ARDENT SAFETY
Training that supports safer schools
When every second counts, training matters. Having properly trained staff in your education setting is not only a legal requirement, but can make a critical difference in an emergency.
Creating a safer school starts with well-trained staff. Ardent Safety is trusted by schools across the region. We provide practical training that gives staff the confidence to respond effectively when it matters most.
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Flexible training options
On-site group training
Train multiple members of staff at your school in one session, reducing travel and minimising disruption.
Flexible course delivery
Many courses can be delivered through twilight sessions or split into shorter sessions to fit around the school day.
Open courses
Individuals can attend our regular open courses in Barrow or find a convenient course near them via our website.
Our popular training courses for schools
First Aid
• Emergency First Aid at Work
• First Aid at Work
• Paediatric First Aid
• Anaphylaxis Awareness & Response
Fire Safety
• Fire Warden Training
• Fire Awareness
• Practical Extinguisher Training
Mental Health
• Mental Health First Aid
• Mental Health Awareness
Health & Safety
• IOSH Working Safely
• IOSH Managing Safely
• Safe Use of Ladders & Steps
• Manual Handling
Save more with group bookings!
Pay for 7 places and receive up to 5 additional places free!
Our training is perfect for:
Teachers
Teaching Assistants
Office Staff
Site Teams
Lunchtime Supervisors
Every member of staff has a role to play in creating a safe school environment, making training valuable across all departments.
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School specific blogs & resources
Is it a legal requirement for schools to have a first aider? Schools must make adequate and appropriate first-aid provision for employees under the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981. The number and type of trained first aiders required depends on the school's individual circumstances and needs assessment. How many first aiders should a school […]
Where should school first aid kits be kept? Here's another common mistake we see when it comes to first aid kits in schools: Having one first-aid box in the school office and assuming you're covered. In a large or spread-out school, that may not be practical. First-aid equipment should be readily accessible and appropriate to […]
There isn't one qualification that automatically suits every member of school staff. Depending on your needs assessment and the nature of the role, you may consider qualifications such as: Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) EFAW provides basic first-aid training and can be appropriate for some workplace situations. First Aid at Work (FAW) FAW is […]
This is probably the question we hear most often. And unfortunately, the answer isn't: “One first aider for every 50 pupils.” There is no single legal ratio for schools. Instead, the number of first aiders you need should come from your first-aid needs assessment. When carrying out that assessment, consider the following. A small primary […]
A Practical Guide for UK Schools Someone falls on the playground. A pupil cuts their finger in D&T. A member of staff feels unwell. A sports injury happens on the playing field. When something goes wrong at school, everyone needs to know what happens next. That's where your school's first-aid arrangements come in. Do schools […]
Schools should have suitable arrangements for recording accidents and incidents involving pupils and staff. But recording an accident involving pupils doesn't automatically mean that it needs to be reported to the HSE. This is where RIDDOR comes in. When does a school need to report an accident under RIDDOR? The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and […]
MUCH MORE THAN FIRST AID
Our other services
Fire Risk Assessments
Comprehensive fire risk assessments to help schools identify potential hazards, meet their legal responsibilities and keep staff, pupils and visitors safe.
Fire Extinguisher Maintenance
Regular inspection and maintenance of fire extinguishers to ensure they remain fully compliant, serviceable and ready for use in an emergency.
PAT Testing
Professional testing of portable electrical equipment to help reduce electrical risks, support compliance and maintain a safe learning environment.
And much more...
From first aid training and health & safety audits to compliance support and staff training, we provide a wide range of services tailored to the needs of schools and educational settings.
Contact us
Speak to us today about the many services we have to offer - or enquire about a bespoke health and safety package we can offer you. Send us an email or give us a call and we'll be very happy to help!
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