Training News from UTN Training
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20January 2021
If you’ve decided to book an PASMA course or you’re about to go on one, here is an idea of what to expect.
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5January 2021
UPDATE - PRIME MINISTERS ANNOUNCEMENT ON 4TH JANUARY 2021
UTN Training will continue to run COVID secure training courses throughout the UK. -
10December 2019
4 things you need to know about IPAF Training
The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) promotes the safe and effective use of powered access equipment worldwide and here at UTN we are recognised as one of the leading approved IPAF training providers in the UK. -
20August 2019
AFI’s Nick Higgins steps up to group COO role
The AFI group of companies has announced the promotion of Nick Higgins to Group Chief Operating Officer -
23July 2019
AFI Webinar: 5 Tips to Reduce MEWP downtime from electrical breakdowns
The AFI group of companies has announced its latest webinar will be on Tuesday 30th July at 10AM BST. -
3July 2019
AFI’s Brian Parker takes on 3rd ZIGGURAT bike ride for the construction and built environment sector
AFI’s Business Development Manager (Technical Support) Brian Parker is taking up a 326-mile, 4-day cycling journey from London to Compiegne in the 3rd annual ZIGGURAT challenge. -
14June 2019
AFI retains ICS ServiceMark Accreditation
AFI has retained its Institute of Customer Service (ICS) ServiceMark accreditation for a further three years, following customer satisfaction feedback, a rigorous audit and an assessment of employee engagement against their Customer Service Strategy. -
23May 2019
AFI win landmark RoSPA Gold Medal for health and safety practices
AFI has achieved their fifth consecutive Gold Award at the internationally-renowned RoSPA Health and Safety Awards, the longest-running industry awards scheme in the UK. -
1April 2019
Fully funded NVQs now available from ITS
Integrated Training Solutions (ITS), part of the AFI group of companies has announced new fully funded NVQs starting on April 1st. -
25March 2019
AFI’s Super-Set booms reach new heights in Bishop Auckland
Contractors hired a boom from AFI's Super-Set large machine hire fleet to install previously fabricated decorative louvre panels at the top of the new Bishop Auckland viewing platform. -
18March 2019
AFI shortlisted for the overall winner of the Construction and Property Sector in 2019 International Safety Awards
AFI has been shortlisted for the overall winner of the Construction and Property Sector in the 2019 International Safety Awards by the British Safety Council. -
4March 2019
AFI welcomes Landmark Parliamentary Report to improve UK’s work at height culture
The AFI group of companies has welcomed a new parliamentary report on improving working at height culture in the UK. -
19February 2019
AFI achieves British Safety Council Distinction Award
The AFI group of companies has been presented with an International Safety Award for protecting its employees from the risk of injury and ill health at work. -
8February 2019
AFI shortlisted for 4 awards at the International Awards for Powered Access (IAPAs) 2019
The AFI group of companies has been shortlisted for four awards at the International Awards for Powered Access Awards 2019. -
6November 2018
AFI Webinar: PASMA Tower Safety Week - The safe use of mobile access towers and low-level podiums
The AFI group of companies has announced its latest webinar will be on Tuesday 13th November at 10.30 am during PASMA Tower Safety Week. -
15October 2018
AFI Conference 2018 - A Platform For The Future
Attitude, Focus, Innovation, that was the themes for our second AFI annual conference held at the Belfry Hotel & Golf Resort in early September. The two-day event lived up to its promises to be another thought-provoking, informative and enjoyable event. -
29August 2018
AFI’s Brian Parker takes on 2nd ZIGGURAT bike ride for the construction and built environment sector
AFI’s Business Development Manager (Technical Support) Brian Parker is taking up a 300 mile, 3.5 day cycling journey from London to Brussels in the 2nd annual ZIGGURAT challenge. -
15August 2018
PASMA appoints AFIs Brian Parker as Training Committee Chairman
PASMA, the international not-for-profit body dedicated to the mobile access tower industry, has appointed Brian Parker, Business Development Manager, Technical Support, from AFI as new Chairman of the PASMA Training Committee. -
14June 2018
AFIs Training Division (UTN Training and Integrated Training Solutions) achieve CITB Approved Training Organisation (ATO) status
On April 1st, the CITB changed the way it supports training for the construction industry. Part of their strategic change is the creation of CITB Approved Training Organisation (ATO) which they award to recognised training providers. -
23May 2018
AFI Group Training achieves £1m revenue for online bookings
AFI’s successful Training team has reached £1m in revenue from online bookings since it launched the booking system on its website in 2013. -
18May 2018
AFI Webinar HSEQ Hazards associated with the use of MEWPs
The AFI Group of Companies has announced its latest HSEQ webinar on May 22nd at 10.30am.The Webinar will be presented by Brian Parker, Business Development Manager, Technical Support, AFI Group. -
16January 2018
More Companies Tackle Mental Health Issues
AFI’s decision to make mental health a key theme of an innovation day event it held for construction industry delegates has resulted in a number of companies implementing their own initiatives to combat the problem. -
8January 2018
AFI's Training Division Gains Matrix Standard Reaccreditation
AFI’s Training Division – which was the first in the working at height and safety related training sectors to gain the Matrix Standard – has now gained reaccreditation for the fourth consecutive year. -
19December 2017
UTN Training from a customer’s perspective
What’s it like working with UTN Training? Aerial View spoke to Mark Atkinson, Health & Safety Manager of the Clugston Group, to get his feedback. -
16November 2017
AFI Shortlisted For Institute of Customer Service Award
AFI has been shortlisted in a prestigious award scheme run by the Institute of Customer Service (ICS) to recognise organisations that have implemented successful customer service strategies. -
18October 2017
AFI Innovation Day Focuses On Safety Innovation and Mental Health
Safety when working at height, innovation and mental health were the three key themes of a Driving Innovation Day organised by AFI for delegates from the construction industry. -
26September 2017
UTN Training Opens New Centre Close To Gatwick Airport
Following AFI’s success in gaining clearance for delivering MEWPs to contractors working airside at Gatwick Airport, the group’s training operation, UTN Training, has opened a new dedicated training centre close to the airport. -
7September 2017
We’re expanding our locations
As we continue to grow the UTN business we want to make it easier for our customers to get the health, safety and skills training that they need to succeed. -
17August 2017
How apprenticeships can help your business grow
The importance of growing and developing your workforce can never be underestimated, and one of the best ways to achieve that is by recruiting apprentices. -
8August 2017
AFI Gains Airside Approval At Birmingham Airport
AFI can now deliver powered access machines direct to contractors working at Birmingham Airport. -
2August 2017
How you can benefit from regular training
As well as the legal requirements of having health, safety and skills training, particularly in the construction and allied industries, there are also other benefits from making sure that you and your employees are receiving training on a regular basis: -
24July 2017
AFI Super-Set Machines Rise To The Challenge At Agricultural Feed Mill
Contractors redeveloping an agricultural feed mill hired booms and scissor lifts from AFI’s Super-Set fleet of large machines to help them build a new £10m manufacturing facility and extend the existing premises. -
13July 2017
Get your CSCS/CPCS card
In today’s workplace good Health & Safety practices are essential, and in construction and construction related activity, CSCS and CPCS cards are required to obtain access to both residential and commercial building developments. -
28June 2017
What does the CRO card withdrawal mean for you?
If you have a Construction Related Occupation (CRO) card or you were thinking of getting one, then this article will give you the information you need to know what to do next. -
20June 2017
Which type of PPE is right for your role?
As part of your day-to-day work, you need to make sure that you have the right Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the tasks that you are performing. -
14June 2017
UTN Training Have A Great Day At HAUC@Harrogate
We found the perfect platform at HAUC@Harrogate, the North of England’s premier street and road works event, to showcase our comprehensive range of New Road and Street Works (NRSWA) training courses. -
8June 2017
Are You Benefiting From The CITB Grants Scheme?
Are you getting financial support for training your employees? You may be eligible for a grant under the CITB Grants and Levy scheme, which is designed to help provide skilled and competent workers to the UK’s construction industry. -
7June 2017
Account Customer Benefits From Using UTN Training’s Online Ordering Service
Northampton-based Dragon Infrastructure Solutions is one of the latest companies to benefit from UTN Training’s online booking and payment service, and because it is an account customer it can take advantage of extended payment terms. -
31May 2017
Want to become a first aider?
By becoming a First Aider you bring a number of benefits to your workplace, providing a real sense of security and peace of mind for your colleagues and management. Doing a first aid course gives you the skills and knowledge to make a difference in an emergency as well as helping to reduce accidents at work. -
24May 2017
Do you know the right type of fire extinguisher to use?
You should only tackle a small fire when it’s safe to do so, however when you do it’s important to know which fire extinguisher to use depending on the ignition source. -
19May 2017
AFI Support Armed Forces Charity Boxing Evening
AFI recently supported a charity ‘Evening of Military Boxing’ held at RAF Henlow in Bedfordshire by supplying a Skyjack 3219 scissor lift to help prepare the gym for the event. -
19May 2017
Find the right CITB course for you
From Health and Safety Awareness to Site Supervisor training, we have a number of CITB courses for you to choose from, so let’s help you to find the right one for your role. -
16May 2017
Understanding the changes to New Roads and Street Works qualifications
On 6 April 2017, new regulations came into force in England, affecting New Roads and Street Works qualifications. -
12May 2017
Introducing our Temporary Works Co-Ordinator course
We are always looking to expand the range of health and safety training that we offer, and our latest addition is a 2 day Temporary Works Co-ordinator course, which joins our existing CITB courses. -
9May 2017
What happens on an IPAF Operator course?
If you’ve decided to book an IPAF course or you’re about to go on one, we’re here to give you an idea of what to expect.
