- Site Safety Training
Custom Training & Learning Solutions – Site-Specific & Competency-Based Programmes
The “Blue Card”
Overview
Overview
High-hazard environments demand training that reflects real plant conditions, real risks and real operational behaviours. Standardised courses often fail to capture site-specific hazards, systems and terminology – which is why many operators turn to tailored programmes that accurately reflect their facilities.
Our team designs and delivers customised, technically accurate, and regulatory-aligned training solutions for high-hazard process industries. Whether you need immersive inductions, bespoke learning pathways, 3D-modelled plant walkthroughs, VR/digital-twin simulations or full competency frameworks, our training is built around your site, your people and your regulatory requirements.
Who is it for?
Custom programmes are ideal for organisations requiring site-specific or risk-specific learning, including:
- COMAH and high-hazard operators
- Process safety, engineering, and maintenance teams
- L&D managers and competency-assurance leads
- Contracting companies requiring tailored onboarding
- Asset integrity, functional safety and operational teams
These programmes support organisations that need training aligned to:
- DSEAR/Hazardous Area Classification findings
- Functional safety lifecycle responsibilities
- Ageing asset management processes
- Site induction and contractor-control requirements
- Audit, regulatory or insurer expectations
Learning Outcomes
Outcomes vary by programme, but typically include the ability to:
- Apply site-specific procedures, standards and hazard controls
- Recognise operational risks unique to your facility
- Demonstrate required competencies for regulatory assurance
- Understand and perform tasks safely in line with engineered safeguards
- Meet internal and external audit requirements
Why it matters
Bespoke training strengthens:
- Safety performance: Site-specific hazards get site-specific controls
- Competency and behaviour: Staff learn in realistic, relevant contexts
- Compliance: Content aligns with DSEAR, ATEX, COMAH, IEC, and insurer requirements
- Operational effectiveness: Training supports consistency across teams and contractors
- Audit readiness: Programmes are built with traceability, defensibility and evidence in mind
Key Info
Delivery & Implementation
We offer flexible delivery options tailored to your organisation:
- VR/digital-twin immersive sessions
- Self-paced e-learning modules
- Instructor-led virtual classrooms
- On-site workshops and inductions
- Blended programmes combining all formats
Training is supported with:
- Competency assessments
- Knowledge checks and refresher cycles
- Integration into existing LMS or training systems
- Ongoing content maintenance to match operational changes
Benefits
- Training that reflects your site, not generic scenarios
- High-engagement formats (VR, 3D models, video, interactive modules)
- Clear performance and competency metrics
- Alignment with internal procedures and regulatory frameworks
- Supports induction, upskilling and continuous-improvement programmes
Pricing & Booking
Delivery ranges from single-topic modules to multi-week blended programmes.
Pricing depends on customisation level, number of learners, media format (video/VR/e-learning), and LMS integration.
Contact us for a scoping call or proposal:
📞 01932 963463
✉️ support@ecfio.co.uk
Water - Area Manager
“The E-learning is a great alternative to travelling to a classroom. We were able to sit the training while we waited for the weather to clear up. The team are very helpful, it was nice to be able to pick up the phone and speak to a real person – Thanks for your help Clio!”
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Key Information
- Service: Custom Training & Learning Solutions
- Focus: Site-specific, risk-based and immersive training design
- Formats: On-site, virtual, LMS e-learning, VR/digital twin, video modules
- Customisation: Based on your hazards, terminology, processes and assessments
- Common Use Cases: Site induction, contractor onboarding, DSEAR/HAC training, FS training, ageing-asset programmes
- Organisation Types: COMAH operators, utilities, energy, manufacturing, engineering and supply-chain partners
Who We Work With
- High-hazard and COMAH operators
- Engineering, maintenance and operations teams
- Asset integrity and functional safety teams
- Contractor management and onboarding teams
- L&D managers seeking scalable site-specific training
Typical Training Themes
- DSEAR & Hazardous Area training
- Functional Safety (IEC 61511)
- Managing Ageing Assets
- Asset-management and maintenance competence
- Operational performance and safe systems of work
- Immersive site inductions and contractor passports
Course Content
FAQs
Course Outcomes
- Understand relevant regulations, directives and standards (ATEX, DSEAR, IEC 60079).
- Recognise hazardous atmospheres and zone classifications.
- Explain protection concepts, categories and EPLs for equipment.
- Identify ignition sources and apply safe systems of work.
- Interpret equipment marking and IP ratings.
- Understand personal responsibilities and when to seek specialist advice.
Who Should Attend
- Technicians, engineers and maintenance staff entering hazardous areas.
- Project managers, procurement teams and supervisors involved in hazardous area projects.
- Lab technicians, apprentices, scaffolders, cleaners and contractors.
- Safety representatives and operational support staff.
- Open to technical and non‑technical personnel – no prerequisites.
Delivery & Pricing
- Duration: Two‑day, theory‑only course (6–10 hours guided learning).
- Formats: Live online, in person at our Sunbury‑on‑Thames centre or on‑site delivery tailored to your facility.
- Cost: £450 + VAT per person including exam and certificate.
- On‑site pricing: P.O.A. for group bookings and bespoke delivery.
- Upcoming dates: 19–20 Nov 2025, 19–20 Feb 2026, 21–22 May 2026.
Certification & Recognition
- Receive the CompEx Certificate for Foundation in Hazardous Awareness (valid for five years) upon passing the exam.
- Assessment via 30‑question online multiple‑choice exam (45 minutes, 70 % pass mark).
- Internationally recognised qualification supporting your personal competence matrix and demonstrating compliance with ATEX and DSEAR.
FAQs
Bespoke training is recommended when your site has specific hazards, terminology, equipment, or operational procedures that generic modules cannot accurately reflect. Organisations typically choose custom programmes when they have recent DSEAR/HAC findings, functional safety responsibilities, contractor-control requirements, or unique plant/asset configurations that require precise alignment with real site conditions.
We initially request core documentation such as site induction material, P&IDs, risk assessments (e.g., DSEAR/HAC), functional safety or ageing asset reviews, operational procedures, and competence requirements. This supports a structured Training Needs Analysis and ensures the final programme is technically accurate and aligned with your regulatory environment.
Yes. All digital material — e-learning, video, animation, assessments, or VR - can be packaged to your LMS specifications (SCORM, xAPI, MP4, HTML5, etc.). We can also advise on LMS setup, user tracking, competency frameworks, and integration with contractor-management systems.
Timelines depend on scope and media format.
Typical ranges:
- Digital learning or video modules: 2–6 weeks
- VR/digital-twin experiences: 6–12+ weeks
- Full blended programmes: 4–12 weeks
We provide a detailed delivery plan after the discovery and scoping stage.
All content is developed by engineers and subject matter specialists with experience in DSEAR, ATEX, IEC 60079, IEC 61511, ageing asset management, and COMAH operations. Training is aligned with your documented hazards, site procedures and regulatory requirements.
We also validate training content with your in-house SMEs to ensure correctness and operational relevance.
Get in Touch
Discuss your training objectives or arrange a scoping consultation:
📧 support@ecfio.co.uk
📞 01932 963463