In this guide we provide advice on how to safely erect tripods which are used as anchor points for lifting devices needed to enable access and egress. Tripods are portable anchor systems which are usually used with some form of winch and safety harness.
A brand-new purpose-built training facility has been launched in Inverkeithing, Fife by MRS Training & Rescue.
MRS Training & Rescue’s training centre in Mansfield has been refurbished – with updates that have transformed the old building into something exciting and new.
In this guide we provide advice on how to inspect a full body safety harness, a vital part of PPE – and how to care and store for it when it is not in use.
MRS Training & Rescue Operative Jason Barstow recently shared a post to LinkedIn asking for golden pieces of advice for new trainers in the industrial sector. When Jason first started his career in training 15 years ago – he was afraid of public speaking, but today – he can hold his own.
MRS Training & Rescue has over 160 employees across 7 sites in the UK. Those who are part of our team have varied backgrounds – which often include working in the industries our clients operate in. To provide a better understanding of what we do – we documented a week in the life of Derek Speirs, an MRS Training & Rescue team leader.
Last year, changes were made to the National Occupational Standards (NOS) for confined spaces, developed in conjunction with EU Skills.
There has been much in the media recently regarding fears over the condition of bridges throughout the UK.
One area which truly differentiates us is the experience of our operators on site. They have the real-life skills and expertise of working in hazardous environments. Then, becoming an employee with MRS they undertake a lengthy induction and training programme which is constantly reviewed and enhanced through their careers. People are our biggest investment and our greatest asset.
