Legionella Awareness for SBM
2026-05-05 10:00 - 11:00 (Europe/London) | Zoom, United Kingdom
A focus on Legionella management system that includes the written scheme of control. An overview of legislation, including the L8 and control matrix needed to manage Legionella in the school. Designed to highlight the risks of exposure to Legionella bacteria, this Legionella Awareness Training Course looks at what to look out for and how to protect your school from harmful Legionnaires’ disease.
An overview of actions required when dealing with Legionella bacteria found in the school water system.
On completing this course, participants will have all the knowledge, information and tools required to safely manage Legionella within school premises.

COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health)
2026-05-06 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom
This COSHH training course provides an understanding of hazardous substances, as outlined within the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH). It will equip you with the knowledge needed to identify hazardous substances in your workplace and understand the legal requirements of COSHH.
By completing this training, you will be aware of how to undertake a COSHH risk assessment and know the different control measures that can be implemented to manage risks that hazardous substances can cause.
On completion of this course, participants will be able to identify the hazardous substances used within school, know how to undertake a COSHH risk assessment and will be able to establish the control measures and work practices required to maintain a safe environment for both building users and operational staff.

Schools & Academies Show
2026-05-07 | Excel London

Asbestos Awareness
2026-05-07 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom
This course gives an overview of legislation, including Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, Risk Management, Surveys, Management Plans and Duty to manage.
Participants will understand the risks of asbestos, their specific duties in managing asbestos on the school site and how to complete asbestos management plans.
On completing this course, participants will understand the risks of asbestos, their specific duties in managing it within the school, how to complete asbestos management plans and undertake inspections of asbestos-containing materials.

Working at Height Risk Assessment
2026-05-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom
This Working at Height training course helps you to comply with the Work at Height Regulations 2005 by providing you with the necessary information needed to be able to successfully deal with working at height risks and control measures. This includes an understanding of how to undertake a working at height risk assessment to effectively control and manage risks, how to use access equipment safely and how to ensure that employees can reduce their risk of falls from height.
On completion of this course, participants will be able to assess any risks associated with working at height and will have the knowledge required to identify the control measures to be put in place.

Manual Handling Risk Assessment
2026-05-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom
This course is based on the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992(MHOR). It raises awareness of the dangers associated with manual handling and the practical steps that can be taken to minimise and control the risks that it presents.
Participants will be able to risk assess tasks, use safe lifting and moving techniques and reduce the chances of injury due to manual handling.
On completing this course, participants will be able to risk assess tasks and use safe moving and lifting techniques, thereby reducing the risk of injury to operational staff and building users.

Headteacher Health and Safety
2026-05-12 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom
Duty holder, responsible person, lead accountable person – what does this mean for you as a new Head Teacher? What do you need to know?
NASPM has developed a one-hour, well-structured whistle-stop tour of all relevant legislation and risk management to give new Head Teachers a sound foundation of all things health and safety.
On completion of this course, participants will understand their core legal obligations to ensure Health & Safety compliance and best practice across their school.

How to Complete Stress Risk Assessments
2026-05-13 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-15 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom
This practical and engaging training course is designed specifically for school leaders, business managers, pastoral teams, and staff with health and safety responsibilities. The session provides a clear, structured approach to identifying, assessing, and managing work‑related stress risks within a school environment. Participants will learn how to conduct effective stress risk assessments that protect staff wellbeing, comply with legal duties, and support a positive, resilient school culture.
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

Understand legal duties around managing work‑related stress, including employer responsibilities.
Identify common stressors in school settings, using real‑world examples from teaching, support, administrative, and leadership roles.
Use recognised frameworks (such as HSE Management Standards) to structure a thorough assessment of stress risks.
Carry out individual and team‑level stress risk assessments confidently and consistently.
Have supportive, constructive conversations with staff to explore stress concerns sensitively and professionally.
Develop effective control measures, from workload adjustments and role clarity to cultural improvements and wellbeing support mechanisms.
Document assessments clearly and produce actionable risk reduction plans.
Monitor and review stress risks to ensure controls remain effective and issues do not escalate.

Accident Investigation for SBM
2026-05-14 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom
This course provides participants with the knowledge and skills to effectively investigate accidents, incidents and near-misses, thereby preventing future accidents.
At the end of this course, participants will be able to state accident reporting requirements under the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (2013), explain the investigation process, methods for identifying the underlying causes of accidents and incidents, and be aware of the contents of an accident investigation report to formulate actionable safety recommendations
On completing this course, participants will be able to state accident reporting requirements under the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (1995), explain the investigation process, explain methods for identifying the underlying causes of accidents and incidents, explain the contents of an accident investigation report and formulate actionable safety recommendations.

Health and Safety for Premises Staff
2026-05-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom
This is a course specifically focused on School premises health and safety, based on legislation, school standards, premises staff activities and risk management, risk assessment, control measures, contractor management and statutory compliance.
On completing this course, participants will have a broad overview of how the Health and Safety at Work Act applies to school premises and clarity about the specific areas where further training is needed.

Legionella Awareness
2026-05-18 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-05 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom
An overview of legislation, including the L8 and control matrix needed to manage Legionella in the school. Designed to highlight the risks of exposure to Legionella bacteria, this Legionella Awareness Training Course looks at what to look out for and how to protect your school from harmful Legionnaires’ disease.
On completing this course, participants will have all the knowledge, information and tools required to safely manage Legionella within school premises.

Managing Contractors
2026-05-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom
This course follows HSE’s approach to managing contractors.
Participants will understand what steps they need to take to manage contractors on school premises, the risks associated with contractor’s works and create an effective plan to control them. The importance of co-operation and coordination with contractors, the use of safe systems of work and permits.
On completion of this course, participants will possess the knowledge and skills required to manage contractors while on site. They will understand the importance of contract co-ordination and cooperation and be able to review safe systems of work.

SBM Refresher Health and Safety Compliance
2026-05-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom
School Business Manager health, safety and compliance training covers the legal requirements of managing a school and how to ensure the school has a health and safety management system to test and challenge compliance.
Also includes risk assessment, accident management, statutory compliance and good estates management.
On completing this course, participants will have a clear understanding of Health and Safety legislation and of the School Business Manager role in creating and maintaining a safe school environment.

Understanding the CDM 2015 Requirements and Duty Holder Roles – School Governor
2026-05-21 17:00 - 18:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom
CDM 2015 regulations set out the duty holder roles required to manage all works on the fabric of the building. The course enables school Governors to be aware of the legal requirements from the CDM regulations and to raise the profile of competence and assurance of compliance for all school building works.
On successful completion of the course, Governors will be able to:

Understand their role and responsibilities for assurance of legal compliance including specific CDM duties the school must follow

Recognise the importance of managing building works

Appreciate the consequences of a material breach against the CDM 2015

Support the school in health and safety improvements

On completing the course, participants will have a clear understanding of CDM Regulations, and their role in ensuring the school fulfils its responsibilities across project planning, providing pre-construction information, competencies and resources. Upon completing the course, participants will have a clear understanding of CDM regulations and their role in ensuring the school fulfils its responsibilities across project planning, providing pre-construction information, competencies, resources, and health and safety issues. They will also know how they can support the school with communication and collaboration, contract management, documentation, recordkeeping and emergency preparedness.

Responsible Person Duties – RRFSO 2005 Legal Requirements for Headteacher Fire Safety Management
2026-05-22 17:00 - 18:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom
The Head Teacher is the Responsible Person under the legal requirements of the RRFSO 2005. This includes many ‘must’ duties for implementing fire safety measures within the school setting.
The course aims to enable the Head Teacher to be aware of the legal duties for school fire safety management and to ensure the school has a fire safety management system in place.
Reviewing the articles within the RRFSO and how these should be practically managed within the school environment. Guidance on fire safety compliance standards and a review of the fire safety enforcer’s code.
On completing this course, participants will understand their duties as a Responsible Person for Fire Safety Management in their school, and ensuring a fit-for-purpose, workable Fire Safety Management system is in place.

Risk Assessing for Premises Staff
2026-06-01 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom
This course will review the legislation and guidance for completing risk assessments and is specific to school premises risk management.
Reviewing the hazard identification and risk profiling and assisting in your school risk assessment process and management.
At the end of the session, participants will understand the principles involved in risk assessing and be able to complete internal suitable and sufficient risk assessments.
On completing this course, participants will have a robust understanding of the principles of risk assessment and will be able to complete their own internal risk assessments.

PUWER Assessment
2026-06-02 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom
This course is based on the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulation 1998 (PUWER).
Participants will understand their legal requirements under PUWER 1998, risks associated with work equipment and how to carry out PUWER assessments on their work equipment to ensure this equipment is safe for use.
On completion of this course, participants will understand the steps they need to take to meet their legal requirements under PUWER, the risks associated with work equipment, and how to carry out PUWER assessments to ensure that equipment is safe to use.

CDM Management
2026-06-03 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom
This course will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of your responsibilities and obligations under the CDM Regulations 2015.
On completing the course, participants will have a clear understanding of CDM regulations, their responsibilities as client, their role in project planning, providing pre-construction information, competencies, resources and health and safety issues. They will also understand the requirements around communication and collaboration, contract management, documentation, recordkeeping and emergency preparedness.

Fire Warden
2026-06-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom
This course is based on the RRFSO and BB100 School Fire Standard. This training covers the standards stipulated for School Fire Safety, schools’ FRA, fire evacuation plan and procedures, PEEPS, and emergency arrangements.
At the end of this course, participants will be able to effectively carry out their roles as fire wardens, understand the requirements of the fire safety legislation and ensure their safety in a fire.
On completion of this course, the school staff become competent fire wardens and have the knowledge of RRFSO 2005 requirements and how to ensure the school has suitable and sufficient fire evacuation plans. Also, awareness of fire risk management and the key control measures of being a competent fire warden

Your Defence Starts Today – Accident Management – Headteacher
2026-06-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom
What happens if a serious accident occurs at school? What are the legal statutory duties for schools in managing accidents? What happens in the event of a civil claim? What happens in the event of a Health and Safety HSE investigation? Are you prepared? What documents do you need? Will I go to court?
All of the questions above are reviewed as part of this training, with case studies of poor health and safety management failings and to prepare the school for having an accident management system.
An overview of RIDDOR and the importance of accident reporting and accident management.
On completing this course, participants will have knowledge and confidence in how to respond to serious accidents at school. They will know their legal duties, and how to prepare for any potential escalation. Participants will understand the importance of implementing a suitable Accident Management System.

Senior Leadership Team Health and Safety
2026-06-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom
This course is based on the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 and school-specific standards.
An overview of a health and safety management system is required to ensure compliance.
On completing this course, participants will have the knowledge and skills needed to champion health and safety practices and to create a culture of safety, thereby ensuring the well-being of building users. They will understand their legal obligations and the need for statutory compliance.

Legionella Awareness SBM
2026-06-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom

COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health)
2026-06-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom
This COSHH training course provides an understanding of hazardous substances, as outlined within the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH). It will equip you with the knowledge needed to identify hazardous substances in your workplace and understand the legal requirements of COSHH.
By completing this training, you will be aware of how to undertake a COSHH risk assessment and know the different control measures that can be implemented to manage risks that hazardous substances can cause
On completion of this course, participants will be able to identify the hazardous substances used within school, know how to undertake a COSHH risk assessment and will be able to establish the control measures and work practices required to maintain a safe environment for both building users and operational staff.

Asbestos Awareness
2026-06-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom
This course gives an overview of legislation, including Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, Risk Management, Surveys, Management Plans and Duty to manage.
Participants will understand the risks of asbestos, their specific duties in managing asbestos on the school site and how to complete asbestos management plans.
On completing this course, participants will understand the risks of asbestos, their specific duties in managing it within the school, how to complete asbestos management plans and undertake inspections of asbestos-containing materials

Health and Safety for EYFS
2026-06-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom
This course provides participants with the knowledge and skills needed to identify, assess and manage risks effectively while providing a safe and enriching environment for learners.
On completion of this course, participants will be able to explain the key principles of the EYFS framework, conduct age-appropriate risk assessments, explain how controlled risks can enhance learning experiences, address safety measures and risk management within indoor and outdoor areas, develop effective health and safety policies tailored to early years environments and explain the importance of parents and guardians involvement in safety practices and emergency preparedness.

Health and Safety Management – School Governor
2026-06-23 17:00 - 18:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom
School governors form part of the health and safety statutory framework with responsibilities to ensure the school is a safe environment for staff and pupils, and to test and challenge the school for compliance assurance.
The course aims to provide Governors with the knowledge to be able to effectively manage the health and safety of the school in line with their responsibilities under local management of schools and relevant legislation.
On successful completion of the course, Governors will be able to:

Understand their role and responsibilities for health and safety

Recognise the importance of a health and safety management system

Appreciate the consequences of failing to manage health and safety effectively

Know how to plan and carry out successful health and safety management with the school

Understand the importance of reviewing and monitoring health and safety systems and procedure

On completion of this course, participants will know the legal obligations the school must comply with. Governors will know what roles and responsibilities sit with specific school staff, key questions to ask, and what to look for when reviewing their school’s Health & Safety management plans and actions

Asbestos Awareness for SBM
2026-06-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom
