Pharmaceutical

Ammonia Refrigerant Safe Handling

Network: 
Refrigeration Skillnet
Duration 2 days
Comment Includes City & Guilds 2078 Parts 2&3
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment http://goo.gl/ieC93
Financial Support Subsidised for Refrigeration Skillnet member companies Fully subsidised for job-seekers
Course Content • Use of safety equipment and the implications of safety standards and legislation
• Storage and movement of ammonia
• Charging of liquid ammonia
• Recovery of liquid ammonia
• Breaking into systems
• Purging lines / systems
• Risk assessment & method statements
• Work Permits
• Emergency procedures / equipment
Careers or Further Progression Level 3 Certificate in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
C&G2079 F-Gas Regulations
Entry Requirements Candidates should be experienced refrigeration engineers. In particular, they should already be experienced in dealing with Ammonia as time does not allow for practical training.
Further Enquiries Tel: 01 885 5200
Email: info@refrigerationskillnet.ie
Download Application Form http://goo.gl/ieC93
Methods of Assessment Theory & Practical Exam
Trainer Refrigeration Skillnet has partnered with Glen Greenbank of PRTC. Glen is the leading expert in R717 in UK & Ireland.
Location of Course TBA
Course Web Page: 
http://issuu.com/refrigerationskillnet/docs/ammonia20778?mode=window&viewMode=singlePage
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
Yes

Brazing Approval

Network: 
Refrigeration Skillnet
Duration 2 days
Comment The Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) requires that manufacturers / contractors carrying out brazing work on pressure equipment use an approved Brazing Procedure Specification (BPS) and certify that their brazers are competent to carry out their work in accordance with the approved BPS. Electro-Technical Council Level 2 Certification up to ⅞” Copper Electro-Technical Council Level 3 Certification up to 1⅝” Copper
Subjects Taught On Completion the trainee will :
1. Be able to identify and explain what information is needed in the production of a Brazing Procedure Specification (BPS) as required for specific contracts.

2. Be able to draw up a Brazing Procedure Specification for copper to copper joints and copper to steel joints.

3. Be able to explain and demonstrate the basic principles of brazing.

4. Be able to explain the various processes which take place during brazing.

5. Practice good housekeeping rules with regard to the environment and their own safety.

6. Be able to identify the acceptance criteria to meet the required standard and recognise in their own work where they might be weak as per the standards.

7. Braze to specification and in accordance with the PED copper to copper joints (⅝" copper to copper, ⅞" copper to copper: Level 2, 1 ⅜" copper to copper, 1 ⅝" copper to copper: Level 3)

8. Certified to EN378:2008

Enrolment and Start Dates Comment See upcomming dates or book: http://alturl.com/nfn6d
Financial Support Subsidised for Refrigeration Skillnet member companies Fully subsidised for job-seekers
Course Content This course is not an introduction to brazing. Participants should have completed appropriate brazing training in the past and should be experienced at brazing on the pipe work described below. The course focuses on allowing participants to demonstrate their brazing competence and includes only a brief revision of basic principles and practice.

To reduce workplace absence this course is delivered through our innovative blended learning programme, with 2 sessions, complimented with self directed learning with:
• Self directed learning materials
• Online support
• Group tutorials
• Practical workshops

Careers or Further Progression Level 3 Certificate in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning C&G2079 F-Gas Regulations
Entry Requirements National Craft Certificate (or equal) (or) Level 2 Certificate in RAC (City & Guilds 6172-200) (and) Equivalent experience
Further Enquiries Tel: 01 885 5200
Email: info@refrigerationskillnet.ie
Eligibility All personnel who wish to demonstrate their brazing competence. Persons involved in the installation, service and maintenance of Refrigeration or HVAC plant. Persons wishing update their brazing skills or progress with the RAC industry.
Download Application Form http://alturl.com/nfn6d
Methods of Assessment Theory & Practical exam
Trainer South Eastern Regional College
Location of Course Refrigeration Skillnet Training Centre, Northwest Centre, Blanchardstown
Course Web Page: 
http://issuu.com/refrigerationskillnet/docs/ts010brazingapproval?mode=window&viewMode=singlePage
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
Yes

Mobile Access Scaffold Safety Training

Network: 
Refrigeration Skillnet
Duration 1 day
Subjects Taught • Introduction
• Safety Awareness
• Checklist for components
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment To book: http://goo.gl/eedmC
Financial Support Subsidised for Refrigeration Skillnet member companies Fully subsidised for Job seekers (subject to availability, terms & conditions).
Course Content • Safety measures are important when using mobile scaffolding. Training in how to use it properly is essential in reducing the risks of injury or death to those working on or near a scaffold.
• People must be protected from potential injury whether working on a site, or visiting.
• This course trains participants in the safe use of a mobile tower to avoid accidents and litigation.
Careers or Further Progression MEWP Training
Ladder Safety
Confined Spaces training
Manual handling instructor
Entry Requirements Service technicians, apprentices, site managers, health & safety personnel.
Further Enquiries info@refrigerationskillnet.ie / (01) 88 55 200
Eligibility Should have 6 months experience.
Download Application Form http://goo.gl/eedmC
Location of Course Blanchardstown, Dun Laoghaire, Portlaoise. This course is also available 'in-house' contact info@refrigerationskillnet.ie for information.
Course Web Page: 
http://www.refrigerationskillnet.ie/bookatrainingcourse.shtml
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

Mobile Access Work Platform Training (MEWP)

Network: 
Refrigeration Skillnet
Duration 1 day
Number of Places 8
Financial Support €75 Subsidy for Refrigeration Skillnet members. Fully Funded for job seekers (subject to availability, terms & conditions)
Course Content • Duties of operator
• Pre- Shift inspections & maintenance of machine
• Hazards associated when operating the MEWP
Entry Requirements Must have 6 months construction or engineering experience.
Further Enquiries 01 88 55 200 info@refrigerationskillnet.ie
Eligibility Must by 18 years or older
Download Application Form http://goo.gl/eedmC
Methods of Assessment • Inspections before use
• Demonstrate safe operation and control of MEWP
• Travel & manoeuvring of MEWP
• Working the MEWP at heights
• Emergency procedures in case of MEWP malfunction
• Wearing of correct PPE
• Recognition of approved hand signals
Location of Course Nationwide
Course Web Page: 
http://www.refrigerationskillnet.ie/course_schedule.shtml
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

Ladder Safety

Network: 
Refrigeration Skillnet
Duration 1/2 day
Subjects Taught Risks and Hazards
Personal safety
Use of different types of ladders and extensions
Applications for different ladders
Legislation
Safety checks
Personal safety
Working with tools and equipment at heights
Financial Support 50% Subsidy for Network Memebers 100% Subsidy for Jobseekers
Careers or Further Progression MEWP Training
Mobile Access tower training
Entry Requirements 6 Months experience
Further Enquiries info@refrigerationskillnet.ie 01 88 55 020
Download Application Form http://goo.gl/HgN6Q
Methods of Assessment Practical & Theory exam
Location of Course All Ireland
Course Web Page: 
http://www.refrigerationskillnet.ie/course_schedule.shtml
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

Safety Representative

Network: 
Waterford Chamber Skillnet
Duration 3 days
Number of Places Available
Course Fee Skillnet Member: €290
Chamber Member: €315
Non Member: €340
Subjects Taught The content will include:
• Health and Safety Legislation: Common Law Duty of Care / 2005 Safety, Health & Welfare at Work Act / 2007 General Applications Regulations and other relevant areas of legislation.
• Role and Function of the Safety Representative and Safety Consultation: A detailed review of section 25 of the 2005 Act. Syndicate exercises to be used.
• The Role of the Safety Representative in Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment at Work. • Accident Investigation and Reporting: The role of the safety representative in completing accident investigation and implementing preventative strategies. Case studies.
• Manual Handling(optional)
• Chemical Safety
• Active and Reactive Monitoring
• Effective Communication Skills
• Assessment Test & Course De-Brief
FETAC Code L22487: Health and Safety Representation
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Enrollment Date: 10th June 2013
Start Date: 11th June 2013

Course Dates: 11th, 18th & 25th June 2013

Financial Support Funding applied
Further Enquiries Contact: Sara - 051 311139
Email: skillnet@waterfordchamber.ie
Eligibility This FETAC Level 5 course is ideal for employees who have been nominated as Safety Representatives in their workplace and wish to foster a proactive communication between management and employees on health and safety issues.
Trainer Cathal Gaffney, Carriag Safety
Location of Course Waterford Chamber Skillnet, 2 Georges Street. Waterford
Course Web Page: 
http://www.waterfordskillnet.ie/images/uploads/courses/Carraig_Safety_Consultants_-_Safety_Rep.pdf
Available to Job Seekers: 
No
Certified: 
Yes

Manufacturing Business

Network: 
Waterford Chamber Skillnet
Duration 6 months - Each Thursday afternoon from 2:00 - 5:00pm
Time allowed for holidays during August
Comment Successful participants of this programme shall receive a HETAC Level 6 Minor Award and 40 credits on the NFQ.
Number of Places Available
Course Fee €650 per participant
Subjects Taught The topics covered:
1. Manufacturing Systems and Standards
2. Lean Manufacting
3. Health & Safety
4. Quality Manufacturing
5. Project Management
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Enrollment Date: 22/05/2013
Start Date:30/05/2013
Financial Support Funding applied
Course Content The Certificate is aimed primarily at operations and supervisory staff in the manufacturing plant. It is devised to suit a variety of industries including Pharma, medical devices, high volume manufacturing and food based manufacturing.
The user friendly content delivery enables employers to manage shift cycles and upskill staff with far greater results.
Careers or Further Progression The minor award is offered part time over 6 months. The certificate is promotes on the job learning combined with online delivery amd assessment of up-to-date and approved content. The result is a nationally recognised qualification which provides a further step onto the National Qualifications Framework and cane be used to set in motion staff progression through certificed training.
Entry Requirements Fetac Level 5 or relevant life experience
Further Enquiries Conact Sara - 051 311139
Email: skillnet@waterfordchamber.ie
Learning Outcomes 1. Students will learn to understand why we use Risk Assessments and how to write one.
2. Understand why SOP's and policies are in place which greatly increases the liklihood of compliance.
3. Problem solve on a day to day basis; apply methodolgies such as root cause analysis.
4. Gain an understanding of the elements of Project Management which increases the success rate of immiment projects.
Methods of Assessment Online Assessment - Facilited in the Workplace or College
Trainer Waterford Institute of Technology
Location of Course Waterford Institute of Technology
Course Web Page: 
http://www.waterfordskillnet.ie/courses/details/certificate_in_manufacturing_business_-_minor_award
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
Yes

PMP - Project Management Professional

Network: 
Waterford Chamber Skillnet
Duration 3 days
Number of Places Available
Course Fee Skillnet Member: €450
Chamber Member: €495
Non Member: €525
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Enrollment Date: 6th June 2013
Starting Date:7th June 2013

Dates: 7th, 14th, 21st June 2013

Financial Support Funding applied
Course Content This project management course will give participants foundation, experience, techniques and tools to manage the various aspects of a project. This is a course that is based on application with a board array of practical experiences that can immediately be applied. The course will cover the content of the Project Management Book of Knowledge.
Careers or Further Progression Enables the learners to progress to the PMI Exam. The course can be used for both Project Management Professional (PMP®) and Certified Associate Project Manager (CAPM®)
Further Enquiries Contact: Sara - Tel: 051 311139
Email: skillnet@waterfordchamber.ie
Learning Outcomes • understand the PMP® exam process (i.e. application procedure to taking the exam)
• identify the attributes of being a project manager
• understand the significance of good project governance
• define project objectives and create a project scope plan
• describe how a work breakdown structure is used as an input to developing a
• project plan
• understand the benefits of effective project planning and control
• apply the principles behind time and cost estimation
• understand the different components of a project schedules and how these can be applied
• deliver and manage an effective project management plan
• distinguish between risk and issue management and how to do it.
• monitor and communicate project progress on a timely basis
• understand the basis behind effective project leadership
• understand and plan for project success and closure
• complete 150 sample PMP® exam questions
Methods of Assessment Students will be given a 150 page sample questions to do.
Trainer Liam Dillion, Future People
Location of Course Wateford Chamber Skillnet, 2 Georges Street, Waterford
Course Web Page: 
http://www.waterfordskillnet.ie/images/uploads/courses/Future_People_-_Project_Mangement_ProfessionalV1.pdf
Available to Job Seekers: 
No
Certified: 
No

Chemical Safety Awareness

Network: 
IPFMA Skillnet
Duration Half Day Workshop 16 May 2013
Number of Places Maximum 15
Course Fee €70
Subjects Taught • General roles and responsibilities
• Chemical safety Overview
• Physical health hazards
• Material Safety data sheets (MSDS)
• The 2007 Code of Practice for the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Chemical Agents) Regulations 2001 (S.I. No. 619 of 2001)
• Risk Assessment principles and practice Hazard identification
• Safe work practices
• Emergency procedures
• Personal Protective Equipment
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment 16 May 2013
Course Content The Chemical Safety Awareness programme is designed to outline the risks associated with the use of chemicals. It allows employers and employees to address storage issues in relation to chemicals and educates participants in the safe handling of chemicals.
Further Enquiries To book places on the next available course or to register your interest , please contact the Learning and Development Manager, Jane Igoe by Phone on 01-6445502, Mobile 085 852 0166 or email jigoe@ipfma.com
Eligibility Who should attend?
Anyone who has the potential to be exposed to chemicals in the workplace.
Learning Outcomes On completion of this course participants will be able to:
• Become aware of chemicals in the workplace
• Know how chemical exposure can occur and the health effects associated with this
• Know how chemicals are classified and where to find information on them
• Know how to handle chemicals correctly
• Know the regulations regarding chemicals in the workplace
• Chemical exposure and first aid guidance
Methods of Assessment Participants complete practical exercises on risk assessment and hazard identification and a short multiple choice exam. They will receive a certificate of attendance on a Chemical Awareness Training Course.
Location of Course IPFMA Skillnet, 38 Merrion Square, Dublin 2
Course Web Page: 
http://www.ipfma.com/ipfma-skillnet/training-courses/chemical-safety-awareness/
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

Polymer Processing

Network: 
ULearning Skillnet
Duration 2 Years
Course Fee €3,400 per year, OR €600 per 5 credit module, €1,200 per 10 credit module
Subjects Taught It is proposed to deliver this programme over two Academic Years. (Credits in parentheses)

2010-2011
Computer-Aided Design and Modelling (5)
Medical Device Manufacturing (5)
Polymer Tooling – Design & Manufacturing Techniques (5)
Six Sigma I – Quality Tools (5)
Six Sigma II – Statistical Control (5)

2011-2012
Computer-Integrated Manufacturing & Automation Technology (10)
Energy & Utilities Management (5)
Mathematics (5)
Polymer Processing (5)
Project (5)

Enrolment and Start Dates Comment 2 Year course, enrolment in September.
Financial Support This course has been approved by ULearning Skillnet for a fees subsidy of up to 25% for students whose company is a member of the ULearning Skillnet network.

There are also a limited number of free places available for unemployed students who meet the required criteria by ULearning Skillnet.

Please note there are only a limited number of subsidies available for both employed and unemployed students.

Course Content About Polymer Processing
Use of polymers for a variety of engineering, medical-device, pharmaceutical and general consumer applications continues to grow. Polymer Processing focuses on the materials, processes, and tooling used in relation to polymers. Students completing the BEng in Polymer Processing meet the requirements of the internationally recognised Six Sigma Green Belt award. Students receive this award in addition to their degree by sitting an external Green Belt exam.

About this Programme
This programme was developed jointly by IT Sligo and Athlone IT, and leads to a joint award by both Institutes. In this programme participants learn the characteristics of various polymers, the common polymer processes (including injection moulding, blow moulding and extrusion) and factors in the design of tooling for these processes. The course also presents modules that are relevant to automated production (such as CIM and automation technology and energy and utilities management) and management modules relating to Six Sigma methodology.

Entry Requirements Higher Certificate NFQ Level 6 (Previously called National Cert) in a relevant discipline or Advanced Craft Certificate, or equivalent. Candidates holding other qualifications and/or with relevant experience will also be considered through an RPL ‘Recognition of Prior Learning’ process.
Further Enquiries ULearning Skillnet:
Phone: 086 0214825
Email: info@ulearning.ie
Learning Outcomes Typically, graduates will be employed in polymer processing in the engineering, medical device or pharmaceutical sectors.Successful graduates from this programme may apply for the Honours Degree (Level 8 ) in Mechatronics or the BSc (Hons) in Quality Management and Technology, which are offered online by IT Sligo, or for related programmes from other providers. Development of a Level 8 programme in Polymer Processing is also under consideration by the two Institutes.
Trainer IT Sligo
Location of Course IT Sligo
Course Web Page: 
http://odl.itsligo.ie/engineering/b-eng-in-polymer-processing/
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
Yes
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