How confident are you that your newest starters know how to stay safe from their very first shift?
If the honest answer is “not as confident as I’d like”, you’re not alone. That’s why our off-the-shelf content team have just added 12 new Industrial and Regulatory Safety courses to the Kallidus off-the-shelf library, built to roll out from day one and live for you to use right now.
Why the first few weeks matter most
New starters are most at risk when everything is still unfamiliar. New site, new equipment, new faces, and a lot to take in at once.
It doesn’t matter whether they’re on the shop floor, a building site or a ward. In those early weeks, people don’t yet know what they don’t know. They may not spot a hazard that an experienced colleague would see straight away, or know the right way to handle equipment, chemicals or sharps.
That’s exactly when good health and safety training needs to land. Not weeks later, once they’ve picked up habits on the job, but from day one.
Built for colleagues on the ground
Frontline teams don’t have hours to spare for training. So, our OTS team have designed every course to be quick to complete, practical to apply and grounded in real expertise.
- Short enough to fit around shifts. Each course takes 20 to 25 minutes, so people can complete it without disrupting the working day
- Practical, not theoretical. Realistic scenarios and quizzes help people apply what they’ve learned, so it sticks when it counts
- Developed by people who’ve been there. Every course is built with IOSH- or NEBOSH-qualified subject matter experts who bring years of industry experience
The result is quality, interactive content your colleagues will actually engage with, rather than another box to tick.
The 12 new courses
The new courses cover the regulations and risks your teams face every day, from lifting operations to sharps disposal.
Fuel, solvents, dust and gas can all create a serious risk of fire or explosion if they’re not properly controlled. This course explains what the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations mean in practice, and how to identify and control those risks in your workplace.
Using the wrong equipment, or equipment that isn’t properly maintained, is a common cause of workplace injury. This course covers how to select, use and maintain the right work equipment, in line with the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations.
Lifting operations carry a high level of risk when they’re not planned and carried out correctly. This course walks through the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations, so your teams know how to plan, prepare for and complete lifts safely.
The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations set out who is responsible for health and safety on a construction project. This course helps everyone involved understand their duties and how to meet them, from planning through to completion.
Spill Prevention: From Risk to Response
Oil, fuel and chemical spills can harm people, damage the environment and lead to costly clean-ups. This course shows how to reduce the risk of a spill happening, and what to do quickly and safely if one does.
Regular use of vibrating tools can lead to long-term damage to the hands and arms. This course explains how to recognise the risks, monitor exposure and take practical steps to reduce it.
Machinery that starts up unexpectedly during maintenance or cleaning can cause severe injury. This course covers how to isolate equipment safely and make sure it stays that way until the work is complete.
Needlestick and sharps injuries carry a risk of infection and can cause real distress. This course helps people spot the risks, handle sharps safely and dispose of them correctly.
Where vehicles and pedestrians share the same space, a banksman plays a vital role in keeping everyone safe. This course explains how to guide vehicles clearly and confidently, and how to protect people working nearby.
Bench grinders, cutting discs and other abrasive wheels are everyday tools, but they can cause serious injury if misused. This course covers safe set-up, use and inspection, so people can work with them confidently.
Health and Safety Manufacturing
A practical introduction to the key health and safety principles every manufacturing team needs. It covers essentials including manual handling, PPE, COSHH and PUWER, making it a strong foundation for new starters.
When something goes wrong, a thorough investigation helps you understand why and stop it happening again. This course explains how to investigate accidents effectively and meet your reporting obligations under RIDDOR.
Safer new starters, sooner
Getting the right training in front of new starters early means fewer gaps in their knowledge when the risk is highest. It also means you can say, with confidence, that your team is in control when it comes to compliance, whether that’s in a site inspection, an audit or a conversation with your board.
All 12 courses are live in the Kallidus off-the-shelf library now. Take a look today and see how they could help you build a safer, more confident workforce from day one.
Claire Moloney
