Emergency

Portable Fire Extinguisher Maintenance & Servicing

Network: 
Refrigeration Skillnet
Duration 3 days
Course Fee €975.00
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Cousre Dates:
25th / 28th & 29th January 2013
22nd / 25th & 26th February 2013
22nd / 25th & 26th March 2013
26th 30th April & 1st May 2013
24th / 29th & 30th May 2013
20th / 26th & 27th June 2013
Financial Support Subsidised training for Network Members (Please contact the trainng Centre)

Fully subsidised for Jobseekers (subject to availability, terms & conditions).

Course Content • Health and safety concerns of fire protection and maintenance
• National and international legislation for fire prevention and portable extinguishers
• Fire extinguisher types, design and construction
• Selection, location, placement and installation of portable fire extinguishers
• Able to identify and describe the purpose, types and workings of various mechanical components of portable fire extinguishers
• Portable fire extinguisher agents & propellants
• Maintenance, faultfinding, repair and recharging portable fire extinguishers
• Failures and faultfinding in portable fire extinguishers
• Record-keeping and documentation.
Entry Requirements This essential training is designed to give the fire industry practitioner the skills and knowledge of Irish and international standards to install, inspect and maintain portable fire extinguishers.
Further Enquiries info@refrigerationskillnet.ie / (01) 88 55 200
Eligibility Persons working or seeking to work in the fire extinguisher industry. Trainees should have a working knowledge of mechanical maintenance and health & safety.
Download Application Form http://alturl.com/xb44v
Methods of Assessment Theory & Practical exam, project
Trainer Brendan Kavanagh
Location of Course Refrigeration Skillnet, Unit 7 Northwest Centre, Northwest Business Park, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15. This course is available on an in-house basis, contact 01 88 55 200 to arrange
Course Web Page: 
http://www.refrigerationskillnet.ie/bookatrainingcourse.shtml
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

Mobile Access Scaffold Safety Training

Network: 
Refrigeration Skillnet
Duration 1 day
Subjects Taught • Introduction
• Safety Awareness
• Checklist for components
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment To book: http://goo.gl/eedmC
Financial Support Subsidised for Refrigeration Skillnet member companies Fully subsidised for Job seekers (subject to availability, terms & conditions).
Course Content • Safety measures are important when using mobile scaffolding. Training in how to use it properly is essential in reducing the risks of injury or death to those working on or near a scaffold.
• People must be protected from potential injury whether working on a site, or visiting.
• This course trains participants in the safe use of a mobile tower to avoid accidents and litigation.
Careers or Further Progression MEWP Training
Ladder Safety
Confined Spaces training
Manual handling instructor
Entry Requirements Service technicians, apprentices, site managers, health & safety personnel.
Further Enquiries info@refrigerationskillnet.ie / (01) 88 55 200
Eligibility Should have 6 months experience.
Download Application Form http://goo.gl/eedmC
Location of Course Blanchardstown, Dun Laoghaire, Portlaoise. This course is also available 'in-house' contact info@refrigerationskillnet.ie for information.
Course Web Page: 
http://www.refrigerationskillnet.ie/bookatrainingcourse.shtml
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

First Aid - Occupational

Network: 
Galway Executive Skillnet
Duration 3 days from 9.30am to 4.30pm each day.
Course Fee GES Members €165
Non Members €180
FETAC Code 5N1207: Occupational First Aid
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Dates: 10th, 17th and 24th May 2013
Course Content Occupational First Aid FETAC course
Further Enquiries Email: info@galwayexecutiveskillnet.com
Tel: 085 749 1564
Trainer First Aid Training Services
Location of Course Flannery's Hotel, Galway
Course Web Page: 
http://www.galwayexecutiveskillnet.com/3277/occupational-first-aid/
Available to Job Seekers: 
No
Certified: 
Yes

First Aid - Occupational

Network: 
Carlow Kilkenny Skillnet
Duration This is a three day course, 9.30am to 5.00pm each day.
Comment At the end of the course, you will receive a First Aid Certification and credits from FETAC.
Course Fee €150 (Free to Job Seekers) Click link below for elibability
www.skillnets.ie/job-seekers/eligibility-criteria.
Subjects Taught Core modules:
Casualty management
Broken Bones
CPR
Severe Bleeding and Burns

The course is divided into 8 units as follows:
• First Aid in the workplace
• Patient Assessment
• Respiratory Emergencies
• Cardiac First Response including de-fibrillation
• Wounds and bleeding
• Altered levels of consciousness
• Musculoskeletal injuries
• Burns and scalds, chemicals and electric shock.

FETAC Code D20174: Occupational First Aid
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment 11th, 18th and 25th of September, 2013
Course Content About the course:
For employees who wish to become Occupational First Aiders in the workplace and for employees to comply with health and safety regulations.

Objectives include:
• Administer first aid in accordance with regulations
• Writing accident reports
• List contents for a First Aid Kit
• Core modules
• Casualty management
• Broken Bones
• CPR
• Severe Bleeding and Burns

Who should attend?
Managers and personnel who may have to take charge and responsibility of a First Aid situation at their workplace.

Entry Requirements No specific entry requirements
Further Enquiries Theresa
t: 059 913 2152
e: admin@cktraining.ie
Location of Course Carlow Gateway Business Centre, Athy Road, Carlow
Course Web Page: 
http://www.cktraining.ie/healthsafety.html
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
Yes

Emergency Lighting Systems

Network: 
IPFMA Skillnet
Duration Half Day Workshop 9.30am - 1.00pm.
Comment To book places on this course, please review the booking terms and conditions below and then call the Newtwork Manager at 085 852 0166 or email skillnet@ipfma.com

Terms & Conditions
1. On receipt of your booking request, IPFMA Skillnet will confirm your booking and will issue an invoice. Please supply an order number if required by your company.
2. All course fees must be paid in full prior to the commencement of the course.
3. Claims in respect of any cancellation received in writing seven days prior to course will be met in full. All cancellations thereafter will be payable in full. Substitutions may be made at any time.
4. We reserve the right at our absolute discretion and without further liability to cancel the course in which case payment will be refunded.

Number of Places Limited
Course Content This half-day workshop aims to give property and facility management professionals a clear understanding of the requirements of the Irish Standard I.S. 3217 in relation to the provision, maintenance and servicing of Emergency Lighting Systems in order to ensure that they and their clients comply with their statutory duties.

The course will differentiate between legal requirements and Best Practice. It will include a question & answer session to allow participants to tease out some of the practical issues that arise in relation to Emergency Lighting Systems.

Further Enquiries Jane Igoe
Learning and Development Manager
P: 01 644 5520
m: 085 852 0166
e: jigoe@ipfma.com
Learning Outcomes At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
1. Indicate the Scope of the I.S. 3217 Standard
2. Outline the duties and responsibilities of the relevant parties
3. Understand Emergency Lighting system types and their relevant application
4. Summarise the Certification requirements at all stages of construction
5. Define the extent of works required by all providers
6. Detail the competencies, skills, compliance and duties required of providers
7. Review guidelines regarding the performance of proposed providers
8. Advise Clients/Users/Responsible persons of their obligations
9. Understand the scope of works and duties expected of providers
10. Understand and communicate with relevant enforcing authorities
11. Assess the documentation provided and its compliance with the requirements of the I.S. 3217 standard.
Trainer The course will be delivered by Paul Condron, Chartered Building Services Engineer and Registered Consulting Engineer. Paul has over 35 years experience in the design and specification of fire alarm systems, and is a member of Standards Development Committee for both IS3218 – Fire Detection and Alarm Systems and IS3217 – Emergency Lighting Standards. He developed and will present this course
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

First Aid - Occupational

Network: 
Rural Enterprise Skillnet
Duration 3 days
Number of Places 10 per course
Course Fee €300.00 per person approx, maybe subsidised if meeting eligibility criteria
FETAC Code D20188: Occupational First Aid
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment On going in response to demand, Enrolling in January 2013 for Early April event in Galway region
Course Content Safety in the work place
Further Enquiries Gerry Gallagher
Network Manager
Mob: 087 685 8550
Tel: 071 985 8252
Fax: 071 985 8252
E-mail: reskillnet@medpartnership.com
Eligibility Over 18, employed
Methods of Assessment Skills demonstration and exam
Location of Course Various locations, West of Ireland and Donegal
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
Yes

First Aid in the work Place

Network: 
Rural Enterprise Skillnet
Number of Places 10
Course Fee €220.00 which may be part funded through Rural Enterprise Skillnet , for trainees who meet eligibility criteria.
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment In repsonse to demand, enrolling for mid february event in Letterkenny from January 1st 2013
Course Content First Aid in the work place
Entry Requirements Over 18 and in full time employment
Further Enquiries Gerry Gallagher
Network Manager
Mob: 087 685 8550
Tel: 071 985 8252
Fax: 071 985 8252
E-mail: reskillnet@medpartnership.com
Location of Course Letterkenny
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No
Syndicate content