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COURSE AIMS The CPCS A61 course is suitable for supervisors and managers who have responsibility for lifting operations. It will give candidates an understanding of the Appointed Person’s responsibilities, how to fulfil them and the skills and ability to interpret and apply sections 1, 2, 3 and 4 of the BS 7121 Safe Use of Cranes guidelines. If you already hold the CPCS A40 Slinger/Signaller qualification, on completion of this course you will also achieve the CPCS A62 Crane Supervisor qualification. COURSE CONTENT On completion of the course, students will understand: * Roles and responsibilities of lifting operations personnel * Legislation, regulations and codes of practice * Duties of the Appointed Person * Thorough examination and certification * Selection of cranes * Lifting capacity and duties charts * Crane positioning and configuration * Selection and use of lifting accessories * Methods of communication * Carrying out a risk assessment * Preparing a method statement * Crane plan and elevation drawings ENTRY REQUIREMENTS * Candidates should have sufficient experience of cranes to meet the requirements specified in British Standard 7121 Safe Use of Cranes. * Candidates must have achieved the Managers CITB Health, Safety & Environment (HS&E) Touchscreen test no more than two (2) years before the course, or CPCS Test. * Good understanding of spoken and written English. ASSESSMENT * Four (4) Days Training – Classroom-based and Practical Training * One (1) Day – CPCS Testing Outcome On successful completion, candidates will be awarded with the CPCS Red Trained Operator Card which is valid for 2 years. Next Steps To upgrade your card to blue, you will need to complete the Level 5 NVQ Diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations - Planning Lifts and a Managers Health, Safety and Environment Test completed within the last 2 years. Please contact us for more details.

The leader of today has greater challenges than ever before in terms of unlocking human potential in their organisation and delivering results. This programme will help you achieve those aims and help you initiate and manage change more effectively. In particular, it will help you to: * Develop an effective strategy to achieve your business goals * Understand the role of emotional intelligence in leadership * Take away a practical leadership tool-kit * Develop a more dynamic approach through enhanced strategic creativity * Broaden your understanding of the corporate culture to increase your influence within it * Improve your persuasion and influencing skills to achieve your strategic goals * Learn the key functions of strategic leadership In today’s world, one of the main aims of the leader is to develop the capability of the organisation to handle change and the challenges of the future even if those challenges have yet to be discovered. Leading in the organisational setting is becoming increasingly difficult because of the increase in regulation in all sectors and the risk of litigation. All organisations need leaders who can handle these challenges effectively, in particular the complexities of organisational life. At the same time, people who feel they are led effectively from the top find it easier to cope with and perform under higher pressure levels and therefore achieve the ultimate business goals WHO SHOULD ATTEND? This programme has been specifically designed for senior managers and those middle managers who are on the fast track to senior positions. It is suitable for both public and private sector individuals and all senior managers, executives and directors who understand the benefits both personally and professionally of developing strategic leadership skills. PRACTICAL TRAINING METHODS The course leader uses a broad range of learning techniques including short input sessions, individual development exercises, group work and case studies to provide a strong mix between practical training and giving a sound foundation of strategic leadership theory. The course provides you with a unique opportunity to put into practice what you have learnt and benefit from the observations and perceptions of the other course members. Leadership is less about doing and more about being. Day One Introduction and objectives The need for strategic leadership * The roots of leadership * How thought on leadership has developed * Current perceptions on strategic leadership The leadership/management debate * People and process issues * The integrated approach to deliver results Levels of leadership * The capabilities required at the strategic level * The difference between strategic leadership and strategy Qualities and capabilities of strategic leaders * Illustration through case studies * Review of strategic capability Developing specific leadership qualities * A review of strategic capability using case study examples * Developing an approach to leadership * Reviewing the traditional and current approaches to leadership CASE STUDY 1: Developing a leadership strategy Understanding leadership processes at all levels * Applying the leadership hierarchy * Analysing the process PRACTICAL EXERCISE Demonstrating the theory of leadership processes in practice Leadership and emotional intelligence * The relationship between leadership and emotion * The essence of organisational climate PRACTICAL EXERCISE Participants will work on an exercise to illustrate the theory of emotional intelligence in practice Day Two Review of day one Understanding strategic creativity * Examining the psychological aspects of strategic thinking * Mind mapping and other approaches to creative thinking * Developing a creativity toolkit CASE STUDY 2: A strategic leadership challenge Developing a new vision and plan to transform an organisation to face future challenges based on a real-life scenario Developing strategic leadership capability * A review of current approaches * Understanding the behavioural approaches * Developing a contingency approach Understanding corporate culture * The structural aspects * The behavioural aspects * The human aspects How leaders can change corporate culture * Developing a toolkit for change * Understanding the cultural web * The link with emotional intelligence CASE STUDY 3: Analysing leadership techniques This practical case study illustrates how the strategic approach and the application of appropriate leadership techniques including ‘split screen ability’ work in a real-life scenario Performance aspects at the strategic level * Developing vision, goals and objectives * Creating corporate identity and alignment * Working with individual influencers Effective strategic influencing skills * The characteristics of effective persuasive leaders * Understanding methods of persuasion * Profiling others Building the top team * The nature of the top team * Accepting diversity and challenge The key functions of strategic leadership * Putting these into action * Personal leadership planning Identifying tomorrow’s leaders * Practical approaches * The challenges for the future. Programme closure * Action logs * Next steps * Feedback

3 Days -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We run weekly open courses for accreditations including CPCS, CSCS Health & Safety, NPORS, IFAP, SMSTS and more. We also offer bespoke training courses or in house training nationwide. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Upon arrival at our centres candidates will be inducted to the site by their qualified instructor who will be training them for the day. After registration candidates will be issued with a pack full of information relevant to the category they are being trained in. Included in this pack are theory questions, practical specifications, pre-start check lists, marking sheets and more. We ensure that these materials provided excel the individual to successfully complete their course. We are aware that having good quality machines give candidates a significant advantage when undertaking their training. We endeavour to supply candidates with the highest quality plant training and machinery on our site using a variety of certified suppliers. These machines come equipped with all the health and safety features and include – but are not limited to – JCB, Magni, Merlo, Caterpillar, Thwaits and Manitou. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Get in touch with us today to find the right course for you. Our team are on-hand and ready to support you with your construction training requirements.

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Module 9 This module aims to develop knowledge and practical skills in Import/Export Customs Diagnostic enabling the learner to create a procedural manual to complete international trade operations. Agenda * WTO * Customs * CDS Portal * Import Procedures * Responsibilities * Importance Purchase Order * MRN * REX * PVA * Export Procedures * Responsibilities * SAD /C88 * Commodity Codes * Incoterms 2020 * Rules of Origin * Special procedures * ATA Carnet * GSP * Compliance * Creating your Manual Examination: Certificate on completion and Pass on Multiple Choice Multiple choice questionnaire Credits: 1

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6 Days (Excluding Weekends) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We run weekly open courses for accreditations including CPCS, CSCS Health & Safety, NPORS, IFAP, SMSTS and more. We also offer bespoke training courses or in house training nationwide. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Upon arrival at our centres candidates will be inducted to the site by their qualified instructor who will be training them for the day. After registration candidates will be issued with a pack full of information relevant to the category they are being trained in. Included in this pack are theory questions, practical specifications, pre-start check lists, marking sheets and more. We ensure that these materials provided excel the individual to successfully complete their course. We are aware that having good quality machines give candidates a significant advantage when undertaking their training. We endeavour to supply candidates with the highest quality plant training and machinery on our site using a variety of certified suppliers. These machines come equipped with all the health and safety features and include – but are not limited to – JCB, Magni, Merlo, Caterpillar, Thwaits and Manitou. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Get in touch with us today to find the right course for you. Our team are on-hand and ready to support you with your construction training requirements.

6 Days (Excluding Weekends) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We run weekly open courses for accreditations including CPCS, CSCS Health & Safety, NPORS, IFAP, SMSTS and more. We also offer bespoke training courses or in house training nationwide. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Upon arrival at our centres candidates will be inducted to the site by their qualified instructor who will be training them for the day. After registration candidates will be issued with a pack full of information relevant to the category they are being trained in. Included in this pack are theory questions, practical specifications, pre-start check lists, marking sheets and more. We ensure that these materials provided excel the individual to successfully complete their course. We are aware that having good quality machines give candidates a significant advantage when undertaking their training. We endeavour to supply candidates with the highest quality plant training and machinery on our site using a variety of certified suppliers. These machines come equipped with all the health and safety features and include – but are not limited to – JCB, Magni, Merlo, Caterpillar, Thwaits and Manitou. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Get in touch with us today to find the right course for you. Our team are on-hand and ready to support you with your construction training requirements.