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Waterside is a commercially run company providing learning programmes designed with industry for industry. We are recognised as one of the foremost industrial training companies in the (More info)
     

What we do

Waterside Training provides short term learning programmes to meet the specific skills needs of companies and employers, and managed apprentice training programmes for manufacturing, engineering and (More info)
     

Company History

Formerly Pilkington’s in-house training company known as Lakeside Training & Development Limited, Waterside Training was established in 1996 and is owned by Pilkington Group Limited, St (More info)
     

Quality Standards

Waterside operates to EAL and St Helens College quality Standards. We are also fully IIP (Investors in People) accredited. Our course materials and tutors are reviewed and audited on a regular basis (More info)
     

Where we deliver training

We operate our own training centre at the Technology Campus with fully equipped training rooms and workshop facilities. We deliver many in-house courses and bespoke training programmes at customer (More info)
     

Meet the team

We have a hugely experienced team of people with many years experience in delivering training courses and learning programmes to industry. We are friendly and approachable, and we work hard to make (More info)

Apprenticeships

Waterside operates one of the best apprentice training programmes in the UK. At any one time we have around 70 young people on sponsored apprenticeship programmes in a range of subjects from (More info)
     

Kick start your career with an apprenticeship

The alternative to a university education! Do you wish to earn a good salary, be independent, achieve academic qualifications and vocational qualifications along with gaining invaluable real life (More info)
     

What is a Waterside fully managed apprenticeship?

At Waterside, all apprentices on the fully managed apprenticeship are employed by Waterside Training and they receive a salary, and the usual employment entitlements. However our apprentices are (More info)
     

What is company employed apprenticeship?

Waterside Training Limited will oversee the training programme working in partnership with the employing company. Waterside Training has developed this service to release companies from some of the (More info)
     

What are the benefits of a Waterside Training apprenticeship?

Waterside’s expertise in spotting the right young people is unrivalled and although clients have the final say about candidates, they are not left to make that decision alone. Our (More info)
     

How do we match the right candidate with the right sponsoring company?

We identify which skills our clients need We advertise our vacancies in the local press, on our website, with local schools, Connexions (careers information and advice service for young people), (More info)
     

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Companies and Employers Click here if you would like to know more about apprenticeships for your company. (More info)

Training courses

Our aim is to give our customers a professional and value added service. By sharing our knowledge and expertise we will help you to attain business goals, working efficiently, safely and by gaining (More info)
     

Electrical

Waterside’s electrical training courses are designed to improve employee skills and to protect them from injury or even death. Our courses also assist Company Management to comply with current (More info)
          

17th Edition Wiring Regulations

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Ideally suited for all those involved in either maintenance or contracting roles who are required to undertake electrical duties pertaining to current legislation. WHY IS THIS (More info)
          

17th Edition Update

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? The course is designed as an update for all those involved in maintenance, design or contracting roles who have already achieved their 16th Edition qualification since June (More info)
          

2391 Inspection & Testing

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Waterside Training offers this course to people who are already practicing craftsmen but are required to demonstrate their competence in the area of installation inspection, (More info)
          

Electrical Maintenance Modules

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? This programme is aimed at mechanical personnel who require basic knowledge of electrical areas. On completion, delegates will be equipped to apply a range of electrical skills (More info)
          

Domestic Electrical Installation Part P

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? This course is suitable for those who carry out electrical work in association with their main job role within domestic property.The programme has been designed to focus on the (More info)
          

PAT Testing

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Ideally suited for all those involved in either maintenance or contracting roles who are required to undertake the testing of portable equipment. WHY IS THIS COURSE (More info)
          

Electricity at Work Act 1989

This course is designed for engineers and managers and covers in detail the requirements of the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989.             (More info)
          

Electrical Awareness

These courses are for non tradespersons that have simple electrical duties such as lamp replacement, fitting of 13 amp plugs, resetting of overloads and using electrical equipment. Courses are often (More info)
          

PLC's

Ideally suited for people involved in maintenance roles who are required to maintain and monitor activities related to PLC’s. (More info)
          

Hydraulics

Ideally suited for people involved in maintenance roles who are required to undertake activities related to hydraulic machinery. (More info)
          

Pneumatics

Ideally suited for people involved in maintenance roles who are required to undertake activities related to pneumatic machinery. (More info)
     

Mechanical

Waterside’s mechanical training courses are designed to improve employee skills and to protect them from injury or even death. Our courses also assist Company Management to comply with current (More info)
          

Mechanical Maintenance Modules

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? The programme is an entry point typically undertaken by electrical crafts people who are cross-skilling. It is designed for those who desire a grounding or understanding of the (More info)
          

Oxy Fuel Cutting

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Anyone required to safely and competently operate oxy fuel cutting and burning equipment. WHY IS THIS COURSE IMPORTANT? This course introduces delegates to the oxy fuel cutting (More info)
          

MMA/TIG/MIG & Oxy Acetylene Welding

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? These courses introduce the delegates to the basic skills required in the chosen process. The courses should be regarded as a foundation to welding and are for individuals who are (More info)
          

Abrasive Wheels

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? This course is recommended for employees who are designated to mount or use abrasive wheels. WHY IS THIS COURSE IMPORTANT? There is a legal requirement for anyone who needs to (More info)
          

Mechanical Maintenance for Operators

The Mechanical Maintenance for Operators course provides machine operators with the fundamentals of first line mechanical maintenance and the associated skills and knowledge so they can perform minor (More info)
          

Autocad 2011

The Autocad 2011 course provides the main elements required in industry to produce 2D drawings that can easily be printed or transferred into other computer aided manufacturing systems prior to (More info)
          

Oxy Fuel Brazing & Soldering

Anyone required to safely and competently operate Oxy Fuel Brazing / Soldering equipment.               (More info)
          

Industrial Gas Safety Awareness

The Industrial Gas Awareness training is aimed at anyone using, handling or storing industrial gases in a workshop or industrial site environment.             (More info)
          

Air Plasma Cutting

This course is for anyone required to safely and competently operate Air Plasma Cutting equipment.               (More info)
          

Coded Welding

Coded welding tests and welding procedures can be gained through Waterside Training. The welding samples are tested and certified by Zurich Insurance Laboratories to the following standards: British (More info)
     

Health & Safety

Waterside’s Health & Safety courses are designed to give workers the skills and knowledge to work safely and to reduce the risk of injury to themselves or to others. Our courses cover (More info)
          

First Aid

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Waterside’s three day First Aid at Work Course covers the practical skills a first aider requires in a modern working environment giving a confident approach to deal with (More info)
          

CCNSG Safety Passport

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Any contractors or personnel working on site who require basic all round health and safety training. WHY IS THIS COURSE IMPORTANT? The Safety Passport scheme aims to ensure that (More info)
          

Manual Handling

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? This programme is designed for anyone who performs manual handling as part of their employment WHY IS THIS COURSE IMPORTANT? This programme introduces delegates to handle and lift (More info)
          

Asbestos Awareness

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? This half day course is designed for those in the building trade, installation services or maintenance engineers. It identifies the health risks associated with accidental exposure (More info)
          

IOSH Managing Safely

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? The course is designed for supervisors and managers from any organisation who are required to manage efficiently and effectively in accordance with the organisation’s safety (More info)
          

NEBOSH

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? The NEBOSH National General Certificate is an examined qualification for people involved in health and safety at work such as safety advisers, managers and supervisors with (More info)
          

PASMA

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? The course has been designed to give delegates the necessary skills and knowledge to ensure their own safety when erecting, using, moving and dismantling mobile and static access (More info)
          

Working at Heights

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Anyone who is involved in the use of access equipment including planning and authorisation for working at heights. The course focuses on the regulations and actions to be taken to (More info)
          

IPAF (MEWPS)

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? This one day course is a blend of classroom-based theory and hands on experience for anyone who uses, supervises or manages Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWPS). WHY IS THIS (More info)
          

COSHH (CIEF Cert)

This course covers the COSHH regulations and is aimed at anyone who will be involved in carrying out assessments of hazard and risk with harmful substances maintenance and the associated skills and (More info)
          

Basic H&S (CIEH Cert)

This is a basic health and safety course with a CIEH accreditation for all employees in industry.               (More info)
          

Risk Assessment

The Risk Assessment course is designed for those responsible for health and safety in the workplace to assess the risk involved and to control the measures to reduce (More info)
          

Wood Machining

The course is designed for all those who use wood machining tools including bandsaws, cross cut saws, panel saws, surface/ thickness planers, saws.             (More info)
          

Defibrillator Training

The Defibrillator course teaches the essential skills required to operate an AED (automated external defibrillation) and gives students the confidence to know what to do in the event of a cardiac (More info)
          

CDM Regs

This course aims to provide candidates who are working within the construction, maintenance and allied industries with a detailed overview of the CDM regulations.           (More info)
          

CIEH Award in Food Safety

The course is designed for people handling or involved with the preparation of high risk food in the catering sector.             (More info)
          

Fire Marshall

The course covers the role of fire marshal, including the use different types of fire extinguisher and evacuation procedures.             (More info)
          

Display Screen Equipment

The course is designed to assist risk assessors to carry out a suitable and sufficient assessment of display screen equipment.             (More info)
          

Rigging

The course aim is to teach maintenance staff to rig lifting equipment safely.               (More info)
     

Lifting & Slinging

Waterside’s lifting courses are designed for people using lift trucks, pendant cranes lifting gear. They also cover the safe slinging of loads whilst using a variety of lifting gear and cranes. (More info)
          

Fork Lift Truck Driver Training

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Fork Lift Truck courses are available to suit all standards from novice to those who are just requiring a retest. The course will enable delegates to operate fork lift trucks to (More info)
          

Safe Lifting & Slinging

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Those people whose job role involves the transferring of loads using different types of lifting gear. The use of pendant cranes can also be included in this course. WHY IS THIS (More info)
          

Pendant Crane Operation

The Pendant Crane training is a highly practical course providing delegates with experience of preparing loads for lifting and carrying our lifting operations using a pendant crane in a controlled (More info)
          

LOLER

This LOLER course covers the regulations on a wide range of lifting equipment including cranes, fork lift trucks, lifts and hoists etc plus user checks and maintenance (More info)
     

LEAN Manufacturing/ Management

Management training is just as important to the success of an organisation as other more tangible skills and compliance training. Waterside offers a range of courses which have been designed to (More info)
          

Business Awareness

The Business Awareness course emphasises why businesses need to move on and why change is required. It also focuses on customers, what they need, and what they (More info)
          

Improvement Programmes

Waterside can support business improvement activities in a number of areas, we have experience of implementing “Lean Business Techniques” such as Workplace Organisation 5S, Total (More info)
          

Production Planning

A Masterclass in Planning systems aimed at people who currently work in planning or are moving into a planning role. The course includes the Principles of Manufacturing Planning, how to design and (More info)
          

People Management

The people management course provides coaching in good management practice and is aimed at anyone who needs to develop their softer management skills.             (More info)
          

Team Leader

The team leader course is a two day programme which has been designed to provide a range of tools and techniques essential to the role of the effective team (More info)
          

Instructional Techniques

The Instructional Techniques course is designed to give an understanding of the abilities and techniques necessary to impart both knowledge and skills to others in the workplace in a systematic and (More info)
          

Mentor Training

This mentor course is for people who will act as a mentor, coach or assessor working with younger or less experienced colleagues.             (More info)
          

Assessing Performance

This course is aimed at people whose job role involves assessing or appraising the performance of others, but who do not necessarily want or need to achieve the A1 or A2 (More info)
          

Environmental Management Training

The Environmental Management Systems course is for senior managers who need an appreciation of the growing body of environmental legislation and standards or staff setting up environmental management (More info)
          

Environmental Awareness (CIEH accredited)

The Environmental Awareness course is a one day programme to develop knowledge and understanding of the key concepts involved in environmental awareness and the identification of site environmental (More info)

Bespoke Training

At Waterside Training we have long recognised that for training to be truly effective it must be relevant to the needs of the individual. Many “off the shelf” open training courses just (More info)

Market Sectors

Waterside Training has developed training courses and bespoke solutions for a number of companies across a wide number of industrial sectors, including: Glass Industry We have designed a number of (More info)

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