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| Monday | 8am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 5pm |
| Friday | 8am - 5pm |
Available at this Training Centre
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IPAF
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PASMA
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First Aid
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e-Learning
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NVQs
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Ladder Training
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Face Fit Training
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Cable Avoidance Training
Popular Courses at this
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IPAF 3a / 3b BlackpoolThis two category course at our Blackpool training centre consists of:
IPAF 3A – Mobile Vertical (Self Propelled Scissor Lift)
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IPAF 3B – Mobile Boom (Self Propelled Boom/Cherry Picker) -
PASMA BlackpoolOur Blackpool PASMA courses include –
Towers for Users, Working At Height, Low Level Access and PASMA Combined (ideal for delegates who require both Towers for Users and Low Level Access training).
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First Aid BlackpoolWe offer 2 types of first aid certification at our Blackpool Training centre –
– 1-day Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work course
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– 3-day Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work -
Ladders User & Inspection Course BlackpoolThis course at our Blackpool Training centre will ensure delegates have the knowledge and instruction to be able to use, select, maintain and inspect ladders and step ladders for working at height.
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Cat & Genny Training BlackpoolThis Cable Avoidance (Cat and Genny) training course at our Blackpool Training centre is for site managers, supervisors, engineers and anyone tasked with locating underground cables. In addition, the course provides Operatives and Supervisors with the skills and knowledge to carry out cable avoidance work.
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Abrasive Wheels Course BlackpoolThis training course is designed to meet the requirements for training in line with the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER 1998) for safety in the use of Abrasive Wheels. As such it is essential that all workshop personnel are trained in the adjusting, assembling and changing of Abrasive Wheels.
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Manual Handling Course BlackpoolThe course is aimed at employees at all levels who may undertake manual handling operations, including the transporting of a load of items by lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling, carrying, manoeuvring, steadying or transporting thereof by hand or by bodily force.
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Face Fit Testing BlackpoolIt’s important that your workforce understands how to fit the respirator or face mask correctly ensuring a ‘fit check’ of the seal before they start work on site. Employers are legally required by the HSE to provide suitable RPE to their employees and have documented evidence of both training and face fit inspection.
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Our Blackpool Training Centre is the original home of Smiths Hire Training, located within the iconic Blackpool Tramsheds—a building rich with industrial heritage. Today it remains one of the busiest and most recognisable IPAF and PASMA training centres in Lancashire, delivering hundreds of accredited courses every year to delegates from Blackpool, Poulton, Fleetwood, Lytham St Annes, Preston, and the surrounding Fylde Coast.
With excellent transport links including the M55, local bus routes, and easy rail connections, the centre is incredibly convenient for both local and regional delegates. Nearby cafés and eateries make lunch breaks simple and stress-free, helping attendees stay refreshed throughout the day.
Whether you’re looking for IPAF, PASMA or essential workplace safety training, Blackpool offers unbeatable convenience and high-quality instruction.
Smiths Training Centre Google Reviews
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Really good, done both the abrasive wheels and manual handling course. The teacher, Andrew Everitt was very kind and understandable of his teachings.
Joshua, Castleford -
Great Instructor, very approachable and knowledgeable
Connor, Lancaster -
J. Ackland (trainer), ladder safety training. Excellent course highly recommend 👌
Lynda, Warrington -
Very good experience... trainer was very professional and new his stuff.... very pleased.
Frank, Warrington -
James Ackland is the perfect instructor, a million thanks James
Antony, Preston -
Amazing experience, trainer was very informative and helpful. Went above and beyond if you did not understand. Would definitely recommend 👍 Andrew is a credit to the training course for PASMA.
Lee, Preston -
It was extremely informative and Andrew delivered it well.
Tony, Blackburn -
Manual handling and Abrasive Wheels courses lead by Andrew Everit. Well delivered and would recommend.
Joe, Castleford -
Training course was very good from start to finish, was in good hands with the instructor James Ackland made the day even better 👍
James, Castleford -
Nice place to learn. Staff really friendly.
Alex, Castleford -
Did the IPAF course. Instructor James Ackland very knowledgeable. Learnt a lot during the day never operated the machines before today and managed to pass.
Natasha, Manchester Trafford -
Done my PASMA today really enjoyed it and learned a lot could have done with 2 towers. Done by Nick Kent.
Max, Blackpool -
The instructor was amazing 100% recommend James Ackland and the course was fun!
Cameron, Blackpool -
James Ackland was brilliant. Very informative. Loved the course. Loved the weather. 💪
David, Manchester Openshaw
