Upcoming training & events

Wed 8 Apr 2026

9:00 AM - 4:30 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)

This Introduction to decontamination operations course is intended for anyone who has a need to know about decontamination but who is not familiar with it - members of the board, estates and facilities managers from other backgrounds, other stakeholders. It is also suitable preparation for attendees on our DLR - Decontamination lead - role & responsibilities (to NHS guidance) course who do not consider their knowledge and experience to be current.

8 - 9 Apr 2026

2 days, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

This course is for engineering staff required to operate under permit to work control for boiler or other stored pressure mechanical systems.

13 - 17 Apr 2026

1 week, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

This course is aimed at managers, technical staff, consultants, contractors and other personnel who require an appreciation of how to manage ventilation systems used in the Healthcare environment contained in HTM 03-01 and other NHS Guidance. The course would be relevant to any staff member wishing to undertake the Authorised Person role. Infection control staff may also find this course useful in deepening their understanding of the subject area.

13 - 17 Apr 2026

1 week, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

This course is aimed at estates and facilities managers, lift installers, servicing and maintenance contractors & engineering consultants with a responsibility as an Authorised Person for lifts within the healthcare environment.

13 - 17 Apr 2026

1 week, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

This course is aimed for electrically experienced technicians and engineers, who are working towards being considered for appointment as an Authorised Person (LV) in accordance with the formal appointment process in the HTM 06-02.

13 - 24 Apr 2026

2 Weeks

This course is for those taking on the role of Authorised Person (MGPS), with responsibility for the safe operation, installation and maintenance of medical gas pipeline systems. The course is for those with little or no prior knowledge of medical gas pipeline systems and includes a significant proportion of practical work. Theory alongside practical teaching is a fundamental part of the course, including the setting up, operation and modification of the live medical gas system at Eastwood Park.

13 - 14 Apr 2026

2 days, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

This course is for healthcare staff required to operate and/or weekly test large steam sterilizers used for wrapped surgical instruments and other medical devices. Note: Weekly testing is identified in guidance as a Competent Person (Decontamination) task. Since this is historically due to the necessary access requirements of older sterilizers it is feasible that organisations, with advice from their AE(D), might elect to delegate this task to the responsible users.

13 - 17 Apr 2026

1 week, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

The course will provide an excellent foundation for medical engineering staff who are involved in the servicing and maintenance of both Anaesthesia and ventilation equipment in hospitals.

14 - 16 Apr 2026

3 days, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

This course is for Authorised Persons (LV) who have successfully completed a full AP low voltage electrical course and who require an update. The course builds upon previous training experience and updates you with recent changes in the field and current case studies. Prior knowledge and training is essential.

14 - 16 Apr 2026

3 days, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

This high voltage training course is for High Voltage Authorised Persons with responsibility for the application, commissioning or maintenance of electrical protective equipment used on high voltage electrical systems. Through a mix of practical exercises and classroom theory at our training centre, we will provide you with theoretical and practical instruction on high voltage equipment protection systems utilising electronic, microprocessor and electro-mechanical devices.

Wed 15 Apr 2026

9:00 AM - 4:30 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)

This course is for healthcare staff required to operate and/or weekly test surgical washer disinfectors using thermal disinfection.

16 - 17 Apr 2026

2 days, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

This course is for healthcare staff required to operate and/or weekly test endoscope washer disinfectors.

20 - 24 Apr 2026

1 week, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

This course is for electrical engineering staff nominated to the role of Authorised Person (HV) in the commercial sector. Learners must have a firm understanding of basic electrical principles and theory prior to attending this course.

20 - 22 Apr 2026

3 days, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Course Aim The aim of this course is: ‘To equip experienced engineers, who are seeking appointment as an AE(ME), with the behaviours, knowledge and skills required to be effective as an Authorising Engineer, Medical Devices Engineering’

20 - 24 Apr 2026

1 week, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

This introductory course looks at the practical aspects of the measurement and maintenance of hospital ventilation systems. It includes many practical exercises that provide the learner with an opportunity to form a detailed understanding of the requirements of Health Technical Memorandum 03-01.

20 - 21 Apr 2026

2 days, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

This course is for Responsible and Authorised Persons working within the area of water safety in a healthcare environment and who require refresher training. It goes beyond traditional Legionella and Pseudomonas training, covering the physical, chemical and microbiological risks associated with water distribution systems within healthcare buildings, as well as the role of the Water Safety Group and Water Safety Plan.

27 Apr 2026 - 1 May 2026

1 week, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

This course is aimed at estates and facilities managers, lift installers, servicing and maintenance contractors & engineering consultants with a responsibility as an Authorised Person for lifts within the healthcare environment.

27 - 29 Apr 2026

3 days, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

This course is for Responsible Persons working within the area of water safety. As well as Legionella, it considers the management of other hazards and risks too. In addition to the roles and responsibilities for maintaining safe water systems, this course will develop your ability to assess your organisation's current level of compliance and exposure to risks and give you the knowledge and skills to take action to improve compliance and reduce risks.