With its industries spanning energy, maritime, and agriculture, the North-east of Scotland knows all too well the dangers associated with high-risk operations. It is the reason Aberdeen-based training company Fire Training Group (FTG) was launched - to provide workers with the critical skills they needed to stay safe while at work.
Today, from its purpose-built facility at Aberdeen International Airport in Dyce, the firm offers a large portfolio of courses including Confined Spaces, Emergency Response, and Firefighting for the energy, maritime, and aviation industries.
The company’s commitment to safely creating scenarios that are as realistic as possible to prepare people for the risks they may face in their work environment has earned it a reputation as the UK’s leading emergency response training provider.
Attaining safety-critical competencies
Central to FTG’s success is an approach that quickly puts course participants at ease and builds confidence – even during challenging practical exercises. With guidance from experienced coaches and trainers, participants can attain the standard of competency required by the awarding bodies including the Offshore Petroleum Industry Training Organisation (OPITO), City and Guilds, Joint Oil Industry Fire Forum (JOIFF), Skills for Justice and the Maritime Certification Agency (MCA).
Craig Ross, Operations Manager at FTG, said: “We often train people who due to their job role, are going to be in their emergency team. These are people who have never done anything like this before and they are naturally apprehensive. Our trainers are on hand to make sure we take time to make sure they are comfortable with what they will face before they take part in any live exercises.”
Craig Ross, Operations Manager at Fire Training Group
Simulated scenarios meet practical exercises
FTG courses combine digital simulations, practical exercises, and deep industry knowledge to ensure participants develop the skills required to meet legislative requirements in differing industries. It is the only training provider to use live fire, for example.
Craig adds: “While digital simulation of scenarios can be an excellent part of a training course, we believe that combining this with firsthand training using a realistic, controlled environment with current techniques gives a rounded experience. We find simulations help build confidence and familiarise participants with the steps they need to take but then they need to put that into practice with real-world exercises.”
Compliant training courses developed with the client in mind
FTG has delivered training to thousands of workers within the energy, maritime, aviation, chemical processing, and other industrial sectors since it first launched in 1999.
It collaborates with clients to understand the environment they operate in and the risks they manage, to enable tailored scenarios to be developed while ensuring all course content complies with the standards they are training to. It also takes a 360-degree approach to all training activities ensuring health, safety, security, and the environment are a focus.
FTG will be hosting an open day for individuals and companies who are interested in learning more about its confined spaces training on Friday, March 8. To find out more email enquiries@thefiretraininggroup.com