📍 Wigston Training Centre, LE18 📞 0116 298 7000 📧 info@workshopsafety.co.uk
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Wigston's Premier Workshop H&S Training School

Hands-on, HSE-compliant training designed for woodworkers, metalworkers, automotive mechanics, and industrial workshop technicians in Leicestershire.

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Woodworking Woodworking machinery safety training
1 Day Course HSE PUWER Standard

Circular Saw & Planer-Thicknesser Safety

Master safe operations, guard settings, push stick mechanics, and preventative maintenance protocols on heavy-duty woodworking kit.

Per Candidate £245+VAT
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Metal & Hot Works Abrasive wheel grinding and sparks safety course
Half Day HSG17 Compliant

Abrasive Wheels Certification

Vital safety training on mounting, dressing, and inspecting hand grinders, bench grinders, and cut-off saws to mitigate wheel burst risks.

Per Candidate £145+VAT
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Machinery & Lifting Vehicle scissor lift in automotive workshop
1 Day Course LOLER & PUWER

Automotive Lift & Ramp Safety

Essential for garages. Covering correct vehicle positioning, load limits, daily pre-use checklists, and mechanical fail-safe systems.

Per Candidate £265+VAT
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General Safety Chemical safety and protective gloves CoSHH
1 Day Course CoSHH Standard

CoSHH & Chemical Safety in Workshops

Identify hazards, read Safety Data Sheets, select correct PPE, and implement efficient ventilation and spill containment protocols.

Per Candidate £195+VAT
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General Safety First aid medical kit open
3 Day Course HSE Certified

First Aid at Work (Workshop Focused)

A specialised first aid course focusing on high-risk injuries like severe lacerations, burns, fractures, and crushing incidents.

Per Candidate £315+VAT
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Machinery & Lifting Warehouse lifting crane hook safety inspection
1 Day Course LOLER Approved

Overhead Gantry Crane & Slings

Covering weight calculations, sling configurations, hook safety, and communication signals for safely moving heavy machinery parts.

Per Candidate £280+VAT
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The Wigston Training School

Where hands-on training actually means hands-on

We don't just put you in a classroom with a projector and a booklet. Our bespoke facility in Wigston is packed with live, functional woodwork machinery, automotive lifts, and heavy industrial gear configured specifically for real-world risk scenarios.

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Fully Equipped Bays

Dedicated practical zones for woodwork, welding, and mechanical rigs.

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HSE-Approved Tutors

Instructors with at least 15 years on the shop floor, not just lecturers.

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Group Customisation

We can tailor any course to the exact machinery your team uses daily.

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Easy Access

Located in Wigston, Leicestershire with ample free parking for large vans.

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Team of workers wearing safety helmets in a practical training area

Looking for on-site training?

We can bring our instructors and testing gear directly to your Leicestershire workshop.

Local Case Studies

Trusted by Midlands Engineering Firms

From independent joinery workshops to regional fleet depots, local Leicestershire businesses rely on us to keep their compliance ironclad and their workforces protected.

180+ Active Business Clients
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"We sent six of our apprentice joiners to the Woodworking PUWER course. The instructors in Wigston were excellent—focused heavily on practical guards and push block usage, not just the theory. Spot on."

Mick Gutteridge

Director, Leicester Joinery & Bespoke Ltd

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"Outstanding service. Booking was painless, and our team left the Abrasive Wheels class with high confidence. Having a dedicated school like this local to Wigston is fantastic."

Sarah Linwood

HSEQ Manager, Midland Fleet Services

Let's get your crew safe and certified

Fill in our simple enquiry form, and our training lead will get back to you within 2 business hours with pricing, dates, and tailor-made syllabus suggestions.

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    Dispatched within 5 business days of course completion

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