Practical training to manage workplace hazards and compliance
Effective health and safety management is critical to protecting employees, visitors, and your organisation. Our training provides practical guidance to identify hazards, assess risks, and implement safe systems of work, helping organisations reduce accidents, meet legal obligations, and maintain operational efficiency.
Participants will gain insight into workplace safety, incident investigation, risk management, and compliance requirements across a variety of sectors. The focus is on practical strategies that safeguard people, minimise risk, and support a positive safety culture.
Ideal for managers, supervisors, health and safety practitioners, and employees, this training strengthens safety awareness, enhances compliance, and equips teams with the tools to manage workplace hazards effectively.
Bitesize Course Overview
These are Open Courses allowing delegates from multiple organisations to join. If you don't have enough candidates for an in-house session, your team can still access this essential training without delay.
Delivered virtually, the courses are broken into digestible modules, providing a safe environment where delegates can ask questions freely, share experiences, and learn without pressure or embarrassment.
What's covered
Our Bitesize training sessions provide practical, focused learning on a wide range of workplace health, safety, risk management, wellbeing, governance, and compliance topics. Designed to address both emerging challenges and established best practices, these short sessions equip delegates with actionable knowledge that can be applied immediately within their organisation.
Topics covered include:
- Health and safety risk assessment, hazard identification, and effective risk control strategies
- Occupational health and wellbeing, including stress risk management, personal resilience, mental health awareness, and employee wellbeing initiatives
- Workplace health hazards, including biological agents, allergens, thermal comfort, noise, vibration, and environmental exposures
- Incident investigation, root cause analysis, claims defensibility, and learning from events to prevent recurrence
- Safe management of work equipment, workplace transport, manual handling, pushing and pulling operations, and other operational risks
- Fire safety, building safety, Responsible Person duties, and managing high-risk activities through permit-to-work systems
- Governance, compliance, organisational assurance, and leadership accountability for health and safety performance
- Emerging workplace risks, including lithium-ion batteries, battery storage systems, vaping, and changing workplace practices
- Volunteer management, contractor oversight, and adapting risk management approaches for diverse workforce groups
- Harassment, sexual misconduct, safeguarding, and creating safe and inclusive environments within higher education and other sectors
- Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles, organisational resilience, and strategic risk management
- Proactive monitoring, auditing, inspections, and continuous improvement to strengthen workplace safety culture and compliance
Through expert-led discussions, practical examples, and real-world case studies, delegates gain valuable insights to help improve safety performance, strengthen compliance, reduce organisational risk, and support healthier, safer workplaces.
Who Should Attend
These sessions are suitable for professionals at all levels who have responsibility for health, safety, risk, compliance, governance, wellbeing, or operational performance, including:
- Health & Safety Professionals — looking to expand knowledge, maintain competence, and stay informed on emerging risks and best practice
- Managers & Supervisors — responsible for implementing safe systems of work and managing operational risks
- Directors & Senior Leaders — seeking to strengthen governance, compliance, organisational resilience, and leadership accountability
- Risk, Compliance & Governance Professionals — involved in assurance, oversight, and regulatory compliance activities
- Facilities, Estates & Operational Teams — managing workplace environments, assets, and infrastructure risks
- Human Resources & Wellbeing Professionals — supporting employee wellbeing, culture, and organisational performance
- Education, Healthcare, Public Sector & Third Sector Professionals — responsible for protecting employees, students, volunteers, service users, and visitors
Anyone with responsibility for workplace health, safety, risk management, or organisational compliance
Health and Safety course descriptions
Objectives
- The importance of effective incident investigation in the workplace
- Key steps and best practices for investigating workplace incidents
- Understanding the role of consistency and thoroughness in investigations
- Legal implications and claims defensibility considerations
- Practical strategies to prevent recurrence of incidents
- How to document and report findings to support compliance and defensibility
Who should attend
- This course is suitable for health and safety officers, supervisors, managers, and operational staff involved in incident management.
- It is also beneficial for HR, legal, and compliance professionals seeking to strengthen organisational claims defensibility.
Cost and location
- RMP clients:The training fee is included in your insurance arrangement.
- Partners in Risk:The training fee is included in your subscription.
- Non-RMP clients:A fee of£50 per attendeeAfter you register, we'll invoice you for payment.
Objectives
- Understand the nature of allergen risks and their potential impact on health and wellbeing
- Recognise the duty of care organisations have in managing food allergen risks
- Identify common sources of allergens and situations where exposure may occur
- Understand the key components of an effective allergen management system
- Review existing organisational controls and identify opportunities for improvement
- Apply practical measures to reduce the likelihood and consequences of allergic reactions
- Support a safer environment for employees, visitors, customers, and service users
Who should attend
- Health & Safety Professionals — responsible for ensuring effective risk management and compliance<
- Managers & Supervisors — overseeing workplaces, facilities, or service delivery environments
- Facilities, Catering & Hospitality Teams — involved in food preparation, handling, or service provision
- Directors & Senior Leaders — accountable for organisational governance and duty of care obligations
- Education, Healthcare & Care Sector Professionals — responsible for protecting vulnerable individuals
Cost and location
- RMP clients:The training fee is included in your insurance arrangement.
- Partners in Risk:The training fee is included in your subscription.
- Non-RMP clients:A fee of £50 per attendee After you register, we'll invoice you for payment.
Objectives
- Understand the nature and impact of biological hazards within workplace environments
- Recognise common sources of exposure to biological agents and the health risks they present
- Identify activities, tasks, and environments where biological risks may arise
- Understand employer responsibilities for managing biological hazards and protecting workers
- Apply practical methods to assess, prevent, and control exposure to biological agents
- Recognise the potential legal, financial, and reputational consequences of failing to manage biological risks effectively
- Support the development of safe working practices that minimise exposure and protect employee wellbeing
Who should attend
- Health & Safety Professionals — responsible for occupational health risk management and compliance
- Managers & Supervisors — overseeing activities where biological hazards may be present
- Occupational Health & Wellbeing Professionals — supporting employee health and exposure prevention
- Facilities, Maintenance & Operational Teams — working in environments where biological risks may arise
- Directors & Senior Leaders — accountable for organisational health, safety, and duty of care obligations
- Anyone responsible for identifying, assessing, or controlling biological hazards in the workplace and protecting employee health
Cost and location
- RMP clients:The training fee is included in your insurance arrangement.
- Partners in Risk:The training fee is included in your subscription.
- Non-RMP clients:A fee of£50 per attendeeAfter you register, we'll invoice you for payment.
Objectives
- Understand the concept of thermal comfort and its impact on employee health, wellbeing, and performance
- Recognise the factors that influence thermal comfort, including temperature, humidity, air movement, and personal factors
- Understand legal requirements and employer responsibilities relating to workplace thermal conditions
- Identify common causes of thermal comfort complaints and how they can affect workplace productivity and morale
- Apply practical approaches to assess and improve thermal comfort within different working environments
- Balance thermal comfort requirements alongside environmental sustainability and energy efficiency objectives
- Support the development of workplace environments that promote employee wellbeing and organisational performance
Who should attend
- Health & Safety Professionals — responsible for ensuring suitable workplace conditions and compliance
- Facilities & Estates Managers — overseeing building performance, heating, ventilation, and workplace environments
- Managers & Supervisors — responding to employee concerns and maintaining productive working conditions
- Human Resources & Wellbeing Professionals — supporting employee comfort, engagement, and wellbeing
- Directors & Senior Leaders — accountable for workplace standards, sustainability objectives, and employee welfare
- Anyone involved in assessing, managing, or improving thermal comfort within their organisation's working environment
Cost and location
- RMP clients:The training fee is included in your insurance arrangement.
- Partners in Risk:The training fee is included in your subscription.
- Non-RMP clients:A fee of £50 per attendee-After you register, we'll invoice you for payment.
Objectives
- Understand the common causes and impact of pressure and stress in the workplace.
- Recognise how stress can affect performance, wellbeing, and engagement.
- Identify personal signs of stress and pressure.
- Apply strategies to enhance self-awareness and personal resilience.
- Explore support options and approaches to maintain motivation and wellbeing.
- Develop positive habits, mindfulness practices, and techniques to foster a constructive outlook.
Who should attend
- Employees looking to improve personal wellbeing and coping strategies
- Managers and supervisors supporting teams under pressure and promoting a positive work environment
- Health and safety professionals interested in mental health and stress prevention strategies
- Directors and senior leaders accountable for fostering a resilient and motivated workforce
- Anyone wishing to develop practical tools to manage stress and enhance personal resilience
Cost and location
- RMP clients:The training fee is included in your insurance arrangement.
- Partners in Risk:The training fee is included in your subscription.
- Non-RMP clients:A fee of £50 per attendee After you register, we'll invoice you for payment.
Objectives
- Understand the legal duties and obligations associated with the Responsible Person role
- Recognise the importance of effective building health and safety management in protecting occupants and assets
- Identify key requirements for conducting and reviewing risk assessments
- Understand fire safety responsibilities, including prevention, preparedness, and emergency arrangements
- Recognise the importance of compliance with relevant health, safety, and building regulations
- Apply practical strategies to monitor, manage, and improve building safety performance
- Support the creation of a safe, compliant, and well-managed environment for all building users
Who should attend
- Responsible Persons — accountable for building health, safety, and compliance arrangements
- Facilities & Estates Managers — responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of buildings
- Health & Safety Professionals — overseeing compliance, risk management, and assurance activities
- Property & Building Managers — managing premises, occupants, and contractor activities
- Directors & Senior Leaders — accountable for governance, safety performance, and legal compliance
- Anyone involved in the management, oversight, or maintenance of workplace or public buildings and their safety arrangements
Cost and location
- RMP clients:The training fee is included in your insurance arrangement.
- Partners in Risk:The training fee is included in your subscription.
- Non-RMP clients:A fee of £50 per attendee After you register, we'll invoice you for payment.
Objectives
- Understand the purpose and importance of risk assessments in managing workplace health and safety
- Recognise legal requirements and employer responsibilities relating to risk assessment
- Apply the HSE's 5-step approach to identifying, assessing, and controlling workplace risks
- Identify common workplace hazards and evaluate the level of risk they present
- Select appropriate control measures to eliminate or reduce risks to an acceptable level
- Understand how to record, review, and update risk assessments effectively
- Apply practical tips and best practices to improve the quality and effectiveness of workplace risk assessments
Who should attend
- Health & Safety Professionals — looking to strengthen their risk assessment knowledge and practical application
- Managers & Supervisors — responsible for identifying and controlling risks within their teams and operations
- Directors & Senior Leaders — accountable for organisational health and safety governance and compliance
- Risk & Compliance Professionals — involved in workplace assurance and risk management activities
- Team Leaders & Operational Staff — contributing to the identification and management of workplace hazards
- Anyone involved in completing, reviewing, or implementing workplace risk assessments and associated control measures
Cost and location
- RMP clients:The training fee is included in your insurance arrangement.
- Partners in Risk:The training fee is included in your subscription.
- Non-RMP clients:A fee of £50 per attendee After you register, we'll invoice you for payment.
Objectives
- Understand the growing use of lithium and lithium-ion batteries across workplaces, vehicles, equipment, and energy storage systems
- Recognise the key hazards associated with battery technologies, including fire, explosion, thermal runaway, and chemical exposure
- Identify common situations and activities that may increase the risk of battery-related incidents
- Understand the factors that contribute to battery failures and associated safety risks
- Apply practical measures to safely store, charge, use, and manage lithium-ion batteries and battery storage systems
- Recognise the importance of emergency preparedness and response arrangements for battery-related incidents
- Support the development of safer working practices and risk controls for battery-powered technologies
Who should attend
- Health & Safety Professionals — seeking to understand emerging risks associated with battery technologies
- Facilities & Estates Managers — responsible for workplace infrastructure, charging facilities, and storage arrangements
- Operations & Maintenance Teams — working with battery-powered equipment, vehicles, or energy systems
- Risk & Compliance Professionals — assessing and managing battery-related risks and controls
- Directors & Senior Leaders — accountable for organisational safety, resilience, and risk management
- Anyone involved in the procurement, installation, operation, storage, or management of lithium-ion batteries and battery energy storage systems within the workplace
- RMP clients:The training fee is included in your insurance arrangement.
- Partners in Risk:The training fee is included in your subscription.
- Non-RMP clients:A fee of £50 per attendee After you register, we'll invoice you for payment.
Cost and location
Objectives
- Understand the differences between vaping and smoking in a workplace context
- Recognise the health, safety, and wellbeing considerations associated with vaping in the workplace
- Understand employer responsibilities and the factors that should inform workplace vaping policies
- Identify potential risks associated with the use, charging, and storage of vaping devices and associated equipment
- Apply practical measures to manage vaping activities in a fair, consistent, and proportionate manner
- Develop effective workplace policies that balance employee needs, safety requirements, and organisational expectations
- Support the creation of a safe, respectful, and well-managed working environment for all employees
Who should attend
Cost and location
- RMP clients:The training fee is included in your insurance arrangement.
- Partners in Risk:The training fee is included in your subscription.
- Non-RMP clients:A fee of £50 per attendee After you register, we'll invoice you for payment.
Objectives
- Understand the requirements and expectations of the Office for Students' Condition E6
- Recognise the responsibilities of higher education providers in preventing and responding to harassment and sexual misconduct
- Identify the governance, leadership, and accountability arrangements needed to support compliance
- Understand the importance of clear policies, reporting mechanisms, and investigation processes
- Recognise the role of accessible support services in protecting and supporting students
- Apply practical approaches to strengthen institutional culture, prevention strategies, and risk management arrangements
- Support the development of safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environments for all students
Who should attend
- University Leaders & Senior Management Teams — accountable for institutional governance and regulatory compliance
- Student Services Professionals — responsible for student wellbeing, safeguarding, and support arrangements
- Governance, Risk & Compliance Professionals — overseeing regulatory obligations and assurance activities
- Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Professionals — supporting inclusive and respectful campus cultures
- Human Resources & Conduct Teams — involved in policy development, investigations, and misconduct processes
- Academic Leaders, Heads of Department & Faculty Managers — responsible for student experience and local implementation of institutional policies
- Anyone involved in preventing, managing, or responding to harassment and sexual misconduct within a higher education environment
Cost and location
- RMP clients:The training fee is included in your insurance arrangement.
- Partners in Risk:The training fee is included in your subscription.
- Non-RMP clients:A fee of £50 per attendee After you register, we'll invoice you for payment.
Objectives
- Understand the purpose and importance of permit-to-work systems in managing workplace risks
- Recognise when a permit-to-work system should be used and the types of high-risk activities it supports
- Identify the key roles, responsibilities, and accountabilities involved in the permit process
- Understand the essential components of an effective permit-to-work system
- Apply practical measures to ensure permits are issued, monitored, and closed effectively
- Recognise common weaknesses and pitfalls that can undermine permit-to-work arrangements
- Support the development of robust control measures that improve safety, compliance, and operational performance
Who should attend
- Health & Safety Professionals — responsible for developing and monitoring safe systems of work
- Managers & Supervisors — overseeing high-risk activities and contractor operations
- Facilities, Estates & Maintenance Managers — managing maintenance, engineering, and infrastructure works
- Operations & Project Managers — coordinating activities that require formal risk controls and permits
- Contractors & Contract Managers — involved in delivering or overseeing high-risk work on-site
- Directors & Senior Leaders — accountable for organisational risk management and safety governance
- Anyone involved in the implementation, administration, or oversight of permit-to-work systems within their organisation
Cost and location
- RMP clients:The training fee is included in your insurance arrangement.
- Partners in Risk:The training fee is included in your subscription.
- Non-RMP clients:A fee of £50 per attendee After you register, we'll invoice you for payment.
Objectives
- Understand the differences between volunteers and other workers, including motivations, expectations, and engagement factors
- Recognise the legal and organisational responsibilities associated with managing volunteers
- Identify common risks and challenges that can arise when working with volunteer groups
- Apply proportionate risk assessment and risk control strategies to volunteer activities
- Understand how to balance effective risk management with positive volunteer experiences and engagement
- Recognise potential liabilities associated with volunteer programmes and how these can be mitigated
- Support the development of safe, inclusive, and effective volunteer management arrangements
Who should attend
- Volunteer Managers & Coordinators — responsible for volunteer engagement, wellbeing, and oversight
- Health & Safety Professionals — supporting safe and proportionate risk management for volunteer activities
- Managers & Supervisors — overseeing volunteers as part of operational or community programmes
- Charity, Third Sector & Community Organisation Leaders — responsible for volunteer governance and organisational effectiveness
- Risk, Compliance & Governance Professionals — involved in managing organisational liabilities and assurance activities
- Directors & Senior Leaders — accountable for volunteer programmes, duty of care, and organisational reputation
- Anyone involved in planning, supervising, or supporting volunteer activities and volunteer-led initiatives within their organisation
Cost and location
- RMP clients:The training fee is included in your insurance arrangement.
- Partners in Risk:The training fee is included in your subscription.
- Non-RMP clients:A fee of £50 per attendee After you register, we'll invoice you for payment.
Objectives
Who should attend
- This course is ideal for health & safety practitioners, supervisors, managers, and operational staff who handle, maintain, or oversee the use of work equipment.
- It is also suitable for anyone looking to enhance their knowledge of safe equipment management, reduce workplace risks, and ensure regulatory compliance.
Cost and location
- RMP clients:The training fee is included in your insurance arrangement.
- Partners in Risk:The training fee is included in your subscription.
- Non-RMP clients:A fee of £50 per attendee After you register, we'll invoice you for payment.
Objectives
- The importance of considering pushing and pulling in manual handling risk assessments
- Introduction to the RAPP tool and its purpose
- Practical guidance for assessing tasks involving hand or bodily force
- Identifying risk factors and evaluating their impact on employee health
- Strategies for controlling risks and preventing injuries
- Best practices for documenting assessments and ensuring compliance
Who should attend
- This course is suitable for health and safety officers, supervisors, team leaders, and operational staff.
- It is also beneficial for anyone involved in manual handling tasks or assessing risks to protect employee health and wellbeing.
Cost and location
- RMP clients:The training fee is included in your insurance arrangement.
- Partners in Risk:The training fee is included in your subscription.
- Non-RMP clients:A fee of £50 per attendee After you register, we'll invoice you for payment.
Objectives
- The significance of occupational stress, anxiety, and depression in the workplace
- Primary workplace factors contributing to stress and mental health issues
- Practical approaches for assessing and managing stress risks
- Strategies for promoting employee wellbeing and resilience
- Proactive steps organisations can take to prevent and reduce stress
- Best practices for monitoring, reviewing, and improving stress management initiatives
Who should attend
- This course is suitable for managers, supervisors, HR professionals, and health and safety officers.
- It is also beneficial for anyone involved in supporting staff wellbeing or implementing workplace mental health strategies.
Cost and location
- RMP clients:The training fee is included in your insurance arrangement.
- Partners in Risk:The training fee is included in your subscription.
- Non-RMP clients:A fee of £50 per attendee After you register, we'll invoice you for payment.
2026 Health and Safety Training Dates
AM sessions start at 11:00, PM sessions at 14:00 (UK time)
| Course | 2026 Course Date | Time | Cost | Register |
| Bitesize Managing Allergens risk in the workplace | 11 September | 11 AM/1 Hour | Included (RMP Clients & Partners in Risk) £50 per attendee (Non-RMP) Invoice issued after registration. |
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| 19 August | 2 PM/1 Hour | Register | ||
| Bitesize Managing Biological Risks (COSHH) in the Workplace | 24 September | 11 AM/1 Hour | Included (RMP Clients & Partners in Risk) £50 per attendee (Non-RMP) Invoice issued after registration. |
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| 17 August | 2 PM/1 Hour | Register | ||
| Bitesize That's a RAPP - assessing the risks from pushing and pulling | 14 July | 11 AM/1 Hour | Included (RMP Clients & Partners in Risk) £50 per attendee (Non-RMP) Invoice issued after registration. |
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| 30 September | 2 PM/1 Hour | Register | ||
| Bitesize Thermal Comfort at work | 19 August | 11 AM/1 Hour | Included (RMP Clients & Partners in Risk) £50 per attendee (Non-RMP) Invoice issued after registration. |
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| 22 July | 2 PM/1 Hour | Register | ||
| Bitesize Facilities Management - The Role of the Responsible Person | 15 July | 11 AM/1 Hour | Included (RMP Clients & Partners in Risk) £50 per attendee (Non-RMP) Invoice issued after registration. |
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| 15 September | 2 PM/1 Hour | Register | ||
| Bitesize Risk Assessment | 15 September | 11 AM/1 Hour | Included (RMP Clients & Partners in Risk) £50 per attendee (Non-RMP) Invoice issued after registration. |
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| 23 July | 2 PM/1 Hour | Register | ||
| Bitesize Lithium Ion Batteries and Battery Storage Systems | 13 July | 11 AM/1 Hour | Included (RMP Clients & Partners in Risk) £50 per attendee (Non-RMP) Invoice issued after registration. |
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| 5 August | 2 PM/1 Hour | Register | ||
| Bitesize Vaping in the Workplace | 5 August | 11 AM/1 Hour | Included (RMP Clients & Partners in Risk) £50 per attendee (Non-RMP) Invoice issued after registration. |
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| 15 July | 2 PM/1 Hour | Register | ||
| Bitesize Managing Work Equipment | 9 September | 11 AM/1 Hour | Included (RMP Clients & Partners in Risk) £50 per attendee (Non-RMP) Invoice issued after registration. |
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| 22 July | 2 PM/1 Hour | Register | ||
| Bitesize Harassment & Sexual Misconduct on Campus | 10 July | 11 AM/1 Hour | Included (RMP Clients & Partners in Risk) £50 per attendee (Non-RMP) Invoice issued after registration. |
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| 16 September | 2 PM/1 Hour | Register | ||
| Bitesize Developing Personal Resilience to Pressure & Stress | 22 July | 11 AM/1 Hour | Included (RMP Clients & Partners in Risk) £50 per attendee (Non-RMP) Invoice issued after registration. |
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| 9 September | 2 PM/1 Hour | Register | ||
| Bitesize Permit-to-Work | 16 September | 11 AM/1 Hour | Included (RMP Clients & Partners in Risk) £50 per attendee (Non-RMP) Invoice issued after registration. |
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| 7 July | 2 PM/1 Hour | Register | ||
| Bitesize Managing Volunteers | 21 July | 11 AM/1 Hour | Included (RMP Clients & Partners in Risk) £50 per attendee (Non-RMP) Invoice issued after registration. |
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| 14 September | 2 PM/1 Hour | Register | ||
| Bitesize Incident Investigation and Claims Defensibility | 8 July | 11 AM/1 Hour | Included (RMP Clients & Partners in Risk) £50 per attendee (Non-RMP) Invoice issued after registration. |
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| 22 September | 2 PM/1 Hour | Register | ||
| Bitesize Stress Risk Management | 7 July | 11 AM/1 Hour | Included (RMP Clients & Partners in Risk) £50 per attendee (Non-RMP) Invoice issued after registration. |
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| 24 September | 2 PM/1 Hour | Register |