This flexible new high impact programme covers all the main health and safety issues, and includes a session tackling the environment too. Managing Safely is a course for managers and supervisors in any sector and any organisation. The course is designed to give managers all they need to know to help them handle the health and safety of their teams.

According to the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, bullying and harassment costs employers £2bn in lost revenue and 80m lost working days annually. However an understanding of conflict can help individuals to resolve disagreements before they escalate.

Stress is increasingly a factor in the loss of working days and reduction in employee effectiveness. The CIEH has recognised the importance of understanding stress and the guidance required to manage employees effectively to minimise risk. This qualification seeks to advise and guide those interested in protecting themselves and their workforce from the damaging effects of stress.

This Level 1 qualification is aimed at those who carry out manual handling at work, introducing candidates to the risks of manual handling and the controls available. Appropriate for all employees who handle materials, boxes, mail and packages including both industrial, mechanical and office workers.

Training providers have identified a growing need to make learning more relevant to specific business environments to increase effectiveness. New qualifications are required to address new National Occupational Standards reflecting sector specific needs. Equivalent to the 'foundation' level.

Employers are responsible for providing safe and healthy workplace conditions and the right systems and methods for safe activities. But employees also have a vital part to play in the equation. They need the right knowledge and the right attitude, which demands proper training in the