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16/12/2025

🚨 What authority does the HSE really have in your workplace? 🚨

Many employers and managers are unsure what HSE inspectors can and can’t do when they turn up on site. From powers of entry and investigation to improvement notices, prohibition notices, and prosecution, misunderstanding HSE authority can lead to poor decisions at the worst possible time.

We’ve published a short blog breaking down:
• The legal powers HSE inspectors hold
• How their authority compares to the police
• What rights businesses and employees have
• How to respond confidently during an inspection

Understanding this isn’t about fear, it’s about being prepared, compliant, and professional.

At SM Safety Training & Consultancy Ltd, we help businesses stay inspection ready and support managers through real world health and safety challenges, not just theory.

👉 Want to learn more?
This topic is also covered in our IOSH and NEBOSH accredited courses, helping you apply the law confidently in practice.:

Written by Steven Mullan CertIOSH 16/12/2025Health and Safety Executive (HSE) inspectors have wide-ranging legal powers in UK workplaces, backed by legislation designed to protect employees, the public, and anyone affected by work activities. Knowing what inspectors can and can’t do helps employer...

16/12/2025

🚨 What authority does the HSE really have in your workplace? 🚨

Many employers and managers are unsure what HSE inspectors can and can’t do when they turn up on site. From powers of entry and investigation to improvement notices, prohibition notices, and prosecution, misunderstanding HSE authority can lead to poor decisions at the worst possible time.

We’ve published a short blog breaking down:
• The legal powers HSE inspectors hold
• How their authority compares to the police
• What rights businesses and employees have
• How to respond confidently during an inspection

Understanding this isn’t about fear, it’s about being prepared, compliant, and professional.

At SM Safety Training & Consultancy Ltd, we help businesses stay inspection ready and support managers through real world health and safety challenges, not just theory.

👉 Want to learn more?
This topic is also covered in our IOSH and NEBOSH accredited courses, helping you apply the law confidently in practice.

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📧 steve@smsafetytraining.com
🌐 www.smsafetytraining.com

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Accredited NEBOSH & IOSH training with SM Safety Training & Consultancy Ltd. We are an ELCAS approved NEBOSH Gold Learning Partner, also providing expert health & safety consultancy across the UK.

02/12/2025

Thinking about a career in health and safety, or wanting to formalise the experience you already have?

The NEBOSH National General Certificate is where it starts. 🎓
It’s a Level 3 qualification that gives you the knowledge and confidence to:

✅ Spot hazards and assess risk
✅ Put sensible controls in place
✅ Support legal compliance
✅ Positively influence safety culture in any workplace

It’s ideal for:
🔹 Supervisors & managers
🔹 Existing H&S advisers
🔹 Service leavers and veterans looking to step into a health and safety role

At SM Safety Training & Consultancy Ltd, we’re an ELCAS Approved Training Provider, so if you’re serving or a veteran you can use your ELC to help fund your NEBOSH General with us. We’ll walk you through the funding process and course options step by step.

📩 Drop me a message if you’d like details on dates, funding or how this fits into your resettlement/career plans.

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13/11/2025

🎉 Reached the dizzy heights of being featured in the Reshape service leavers resettlement magazine! 🎉

I’m proud to share that my story has been published, talking about my transition from military life into running my own health & safety training and consultancy business.

Leaving the Forces can feel like stepping into the unknown, but if you’re thinking about starting up on your own after service, I genuinely hope my journey gives you a bit of inspiration and confidence to take that leap.

It’s not always easy, but it is possible. With the right mindset, support, and a good dose of military graft, you can build something you’re proud of.

📖 Check out Page 50 for my full story.

If anyone ever wants advice about Health & Safety qualifications, business start-up, or navigating the transition, my inbox is always open.

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12/11/2025

🎯 The Transition Starts Here — FTG LIVE Wetherby | Stand 57
Hi everyone, we are a veteran-run business, proud to be part of the Forces Transition Group Ltd Group LIVE Interview Show at Wetherby Racecourse on Wednesday, 19th November 2025.

This incredible event connects service leavers, veterans, and blue-light professionals with employers, training providers, and recruiters, all focused on helping you succeed in your next career.

💬 I know the transition can feel daunting, I served 24 years myself, so I understand what it’s like. That’s why we’ll be there on the day to help you translate your military skills into civilian language and identify the right career path for you.

📍 Come visit us at Stand 57, where we’ll chat about:
✅ NEBOSH and IOSH qualifications – brilliant CV boosters for any career
✅ Why Health & Safety knowledge is essential for every modern manager
✅ How to use ELCAS funding to maximise your training opportunities

🎁 Plus! We’re giving away 10 FREE IOSH Managing Safely courses
exclusively for the Forces Transition Group community and those attending the live show.

Don’t miss out , own your future, and as FTG say, be the hunter 🐺.
Come and see us at Stand 57 for straight-talking health and safety advice and support.

👉 Book your 10-minute chat here: https://lnkd.in/ex_TFR9g

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06/11/2025

🎪 Our new stand has just arrived! We are getting ready for the upcoming Forces Transition Group Ltd LIVE show in Wetherby on 19 November, and you can find us at Stand 57.

Thinking about Health & Safety courses or moving into an H&S career after the Forces? 📚

Book a 10-minute slot with me for straight-talk advice on routes, funding, and what fits your next step—management or health & safety.

👉 Book here: https://lnkd.in/ex_TFR9g

🎁 With Christmas coming up, we’re giving away 10 IOSH Managing Safely courses on the day.

📅 Course dates: 15–17 December 2025.

Come say hello, and let’s talk about your future, whether it be what health and safety qualifications you need for a manager role or wanting to get into the health and safety business.

See you all there soon.

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24/10/2025

⭐ One of my favourite parts of being a trainer is sending out NEBOSH certificates!

At SM Safety Training, we take real pride in what we do. From the very first enquiry, right through to the moment our learners receive their certificates, we’re with them every step of the way.

We always go above and beyond to make sure every student feels supported, because that moment when they hold their NEBOSH certificate in their hands makes it all worthwhile.

It’s amazing to see the transformation from those with little or no health and safety experience to becoming confident professionals.

Congratulations to all our successful candidates, you owned it.💪📘🎓

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22/10/2025

🐺 The Jobs Race Is On – Join Us in Wetherby! 🐺

We’re excited to be attending the Forces Transition Group Ltd Live Show at Wetherby Racecourse on Wednesday 19th November 2025, come and see us on Stand 57!

🎟️ You can book a 10-minute slot with us to discuss your future, and on the day, we’ll be giving away ⭐ 10 FREE IOSH Managing Safely courses to help support your next step into a Health & Safety career.

As a veteran, I’ve been in your position. After 24 years of service, I made that leap into civilian life and started my own career in Health & Safety. I know the challenges of transition, and I’m here to offer honest advice, no BS, and its not just to talk about courses.

So if you’re a Service Leaver, Veteran, or Blue-Light Professional, this is a great opportunity to get real insight from someone who’s been through it all and help you plan your next move.

At SM Safety Training, we provide:
✅ ELCAS-funded Health & Safety courses
✅ NEBOSH, IOSH & NVQ qualifications
✅ Tailored career and transition support

🐺 Be the Hunter. Own your future.
📍 Wetherby Racecourse – Stand 57
💻 Sign up free and book your slot at www.FTGJobFairs.com

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13/10/2025

🎉 Proud moment! SM Safety Training & Consultancy Ltd has been given the Gold award by Forces Transition Group Ltd🏆

We deliver career-ready health & safety courses that military and blue-light professionals can relate to, mapping service experience to civilian H&S roles, using familiar scenarios, and targeting the skills employers want right now.

Alongside training, we provide ELCAS/SLC funding guidance, and introductions to our employer network to make the transition into new careers smoother and faster. 🎓💼

Why we earned this recognition

🏆 FTG Live events actively supported
🏆 Interviews arranged for learners
🏆 Candidates placed into H&S roles
🏆 Social value delivered to the community
🏆 Consistent communication and mentoring

If you’re a Service Leaver or from the Blue Light community and want to step into a health & safety career, message me and let’s plan your next move 💬

23/09/2025

Is the NEBOSH General Certificate Course Worth It? 💡

The NEBOSH General Certificate isn’t just for health and safety professionals. It’s a qualification that makes a real difference for:

✅ Managers and aspiring managers – showing employers you take responsibility seriously.
✅ Service leavers – opening the door to new careers with an internationally recognised qualification.
✅ Anyone building their CV – proving you have the knowledge, confidence, and credibility employers value.

Recognised worldwide as the gold standard in health and safety, NEBOSH is more than a course, it’s a career investment. For managers, it strengthens your ability to protect staff and business. For service leavers, it provides a trusted route into a new role. For everyone, it adds real weight to your CV.

At SM Safety Training & Consultancy Ltd, we’re proud to be a NEBOSH Gold Learning Partner and an ELCAS-approved provider, supporting learners across all industries.

The answer is simple: yes, in my opinion, the NEBOSH General Certificate course is worth it.

📖 Read the full blog to find out why the NEBOSH General Certificate is worth it 👉 https://wix.to/JpNXJsn

Written by Steve Mullan Cert IOSH 23/09/2025When it comes to professional development, very few qualifications carry the same weight and recognition as the NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety. Whether you are a manager looking to strengthen your leadership skills, a service....

08/09/2025

💡 Why Health & Safety Training is Essential – Even in a Small Business

Starting a new business or career is exciting, but overlooking health and safety can be costly. From slip and trip accidents (costing UK employers over £500 million per year) to potential fines for non-compliance, the risks are real.

✅ Protect your people and boost morale
✅ Stay compliant with UK laws
✅ Save money by reducing accidents and downtime
✅ Build trust with your team and customers
✅ Future-proof your business for growth

At SM Safety Training & Consultancy Ltd, we believe health & safety training is not a cost – it’s an investment in your business’s future.

We provide accredited NEBOSH and IOSH courses designed to give you the knowledge and confidence to keep your business safe, productive, and ready to grow.

👉 Start your journey today with SM Safety Training – “Safety Through Knowledge”.

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Written by Elizabeth Rickett 08/09/2025 Stepping into a new career is exciting, but overlooking health and safety can be costly. Knowing how to protect you and your business is one of the most important steps to stepping into this new life.Protecting PeopleWorkplace slip and trip accidents cost empl...

02/09/2025

From Military Life to a Civilian Career in Health & Safety

Leaving the Forces can feel daunting, but the skills you’ve built (leadership, risk awareness, resilience) are exactly what employers in health & safety are looking for.

In our latest blog, we share how to:
• Translate military experience into a strong Health and Safety CV
• Use ELCAS/SLC funding for IOSH & NEBOSH courses
• Take the first steps into a new career

👉 Read more here: Military life to a civilian job in health and safety

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Written by Steven Mullan 02.09.2025.🎖️ From Battlefields to Safety Shields: Transitioning from the British Forces 🇬🇧 to a Career in Health and Safety 🛡️If you're moving from military life to a civilian job in health and safety, you have a treasure trove of skills that are just right ...