Event

EEEGR’S

SNS REJUVENATION SIG

in partnership with the Oil and Gas Authority & Oil & Gas UK and 

LATE LIFE & DECOMMISSIONING SIG

in partnership with Decom North Sea & the Oil and Gas Authority 

EVENTS

Two Special Interest Group (SIG) events in one day:

 EEEGR’s new SNS Rejuvenation SIG are pleased to present a morning of talks to update on the rejuvenation of the operations in the Southern North Sea gas basin.

Including:

• Mark Routh –   CEO of Independent Oil & Gas (IOG)
• Centrica
• ONE bv
• OGA

 

• Kathy Heller –   Shell
• Oil & Gas UK
• SSE
• ECITB

A morning ticket will include access to the SNS Rejuvenation SIG event with lunch and refreshments included.

For more programme details, see the separate tab ‘Morning Event (SNS)’

EEEGR’s Late Life & Decommissioning SIG is pleased to present an afternoon of talks, which will include a range of presentations based on the latest developments in the oil & gas Late Life & Decommissioning sector.

Including:

• Girish Kabra –   Centrica
• Shell
• Repsol Sinopec
• Oil & Gas UK
• Decom North Sea
• ECITB

    An afternoon ticket will include access to the Late Life & Decommissioning SIG event with lunch and refreshments included.  

For more programme details, see the separate tab ‘Afternoon Event (LL&D)’

  An all day ticket is available at a discount which permits entry to both of these informative events and also includes lunch and refreshments throughout the day.

This digital event will introduce you to the fundamentals of employing people. It maps the employment relationship from recruitment, issuing contracts, managing holidays, absence and disciplinary matters, through to ending the employment relationship. You will also receive a helpful tool kit of sample policies and letters to use in your workplace. The event will be delivered via Zoom, in two sessions, over two consecutive days. The duration of each session will be 3 hours. The dates are:

• Day 1 – 30th March 2021, 10:00 – 13:00
• Day 2 – 31st March 2021, 10:00 – 13:00

 

Business need

 

You’ve been successful in running your business so far, but maybe now you need help hiring and managing people. Or perhaps your manager has given you the job of dealing with all things HR in your company, you are new to it and don’t know where to start.  To help, we have put together all the essentials of HR and employment relations into a convenient, digital training event. Delivered via Zoom, the event focuses on the key elements a HR role and assumes no prior knowledge. There will be informal discussion opportunities and practical exercises throughout to encourage active delegate participation. Day one will cover equality, recruitment and contracts of employment.  Day two will cover discipline matters, absence and ending an employment relationship.  You will also receive a digital toolkit of sample policies and letters to use in your workplace.

All delegates will receive an electronic certificate of attendance for their participation in the training.

 

Suitable For

Delegates from all sectors of industry including: managers, supervisors, team leaders, HR professionals, business owners, Trade Union representatives, employee representatives and individuals who wish to enhance their CPD.

Programme

 

Day one Equal opportunities

• Types of discrimination and the areas which are covered by discrimination law 

Recruitment 

• How to draft a job description and a person specification 
• How to prepare, structure and run effective interviews 
• How to assess evidence and make decisions 

Contracts of employment

• How to put the main terms and conditions in writing 
• Rules on pay, hours of work and holidays 
• How to make changes to terms and conditions  Day two

 Managing discipline

•  Dealing effectively with problems areas by following the Acas code of practice on discipline and grievance
• Taking informal action, holding formal disciplinary meetings and dealing with employee grievances 

Managing absence

• How to deal fairly and effectively with unauthorised absence, short term illness and long-term sickness through an absence policy 

Ending the employment relationship

• When is a dismissal fair and when might it be unfair
• Different ways to end a contract and rules on notice and notice pay 

Have a large group of staff to train?  To save you time and money, we can deliver bespoke training at your workplace. To find out more contact our Customer Services Team on 0300 123 1150 or complete our online enquiry form  e-learning We also offer free e-learning on a wide range of employment relations topics. It’s a great way to develop, enhance and refresh your knowledge, providing you with the opportunity to work through theory, explore case studies and answer interactive questions.  Need more than training? We recognise that every organisation is different. Our specialists can diagnose issues in your workplace and tailor practical solutions to address the challenges faced by you and your staff. To arrange a call or visit or to simply find out more, contact our Customer Services Team on 0300 123 1150 or complete our online enquiry form

 

  Venue Delivered digitally via Zoom      Date 30/03/2021    Time 10:00 – 13:00    Price £175.00 per person    Please note our training events are VAT exempt Please call Acas on 0300 123 1150 or email [email protected] i

This 3-hour digital event is based on our popular face to face training. It has been tailored specifically to help you support employee mental health issues during these unprecedented times. Through guidance, discussion and activities, this interactive event will provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to confidently manage good employee mental health, both remotely and in the workplace.

Business need

The coronavirus pandemic is affecting all our lives and has presented extra challenges for those with existing mental health problems. According to the Mental Health Foundation, one in six employees experience mental ill health each year.  The Centre for Mental Health has estimated that in the UK, at least half a million more people will experience a mental health difficulty over the next year.  Research recently conducted by Bupa UK has confirmed an increase in mental health issues, with people more reluctant to seek help during the current climate. Managers may have an understanding of mental health, yet may be hesitant to address it, through fear of saying the wrong thing or making matters worse. However, early intervention is crucial in ensuring the individual can access the support they need to keep themselves at work and working well. This not only benefits the individual, but their team and the business.  Delivered via Zoom, this event will outline the different mental ill health conditions and help you recognise the signs and symptoms. You will also learn how to engage effectively with employees at an early stage, have constructive conversations and gain an awareness of the range of practical support available for individuals.  Following the event, delegates will receive a comprehensive manual which includes further advice and guidance.  

  All delegates will receive an electronic certificate of attendance for their participation in the training.

Suitable For

HR professionals, team leaders, supervisors and managers from all sectors of industry who are familiar with the basics but want a deeper understanding of mental health and how to manage it.

Programme

Our expert-led training sessions are designed to facilitate discussion and interaction. This event will cover:

• What is mental health?
• Common mental health conditions
• Current issues for employees and recognising the signs
• Managing wellbeing in different contexts
• Signposting to further resources

Delegates will also have the opportunity to practice learning through scenario-based activities. 

Have a large group of staff to train?  To save you time and money, we can deliver bespoke training for your workplace. To find out more contact our Customer Services Team on 0300 123 1150 or complete our online enquiry form.  e-learning  We also offer free e-learning on a wide range of employment relations topics. It’s a great way to develop, enhance and refresh your knowledge, providing you with the opportunity to work through theory, explore case studies and answer interactive questions.  Need more than training? We recognise that every organisation is different. Our specialists can diagnose issues in your workplace and tailor practical solutions to address the challenges faced by you and your staff. To arrange a call or to simply find out more, contact our Customer Services Team on 0300 123 1150 or complete our online enquiry form.

  Venue Delivered digitally via Zoom     Date 30/03/2021    Time 09:30 – 12:30    Price £175.00 per person    Please note our training events are VAT exempt Please call Acas on 0300 123 1150 or email [email protected]  

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Join Archant for Digital Decoded – a FREE marketing seminar aimed specifically at small businesses. No nerds. Plenty of knowhow. Don’t put up with technobabble in your business…We understand digital marketing can be confusing, so our experts are here to make it simple. Each one hour session commences at 8.15am / 11.30am (includes free refreshments): Thu 13th July – Great Yarmouth Racecourse, Gt Yarmouth Tue 11th July – Dunston Hall Hotel, Norwich Wed 12th July – Wherstead Park, Ipswich Give us an hour of your time, and we’ll give you a tonne of practical info to help you make more of the internet.

• Understand how to connect with more customers online
• Become more search engine friendly
• Get ahead of your competitors
• Don’t pay through the nose for digital advice

Secure your place now.

Call Tracy O’Hara on 01603 772212 email: [email protected]   Or discover more at: www.archanthub.co.uk/digitaldecoded 

Making staff redundant is a difficult but sometimes necessary decision. This digital event outlines the legal responsibilities faced by employers managing redundancies. It will also focus on good practice at this challenging time. 

Business need

Should your business be facing redundancies, it’s important to get the basics right. Not only to avoid costly employment tribunals but to help maintain good workplace relations and employee engagement throughout.  Our experts will detail the legal and practical aspects of managing redundancies. They will also share good practice, so that you can confidently handle a redundancy situation in your workplace.  Delivered via Zoom, you will have the opportunity to interact and discuss some of the challenges you are facing.

All delegates will receive an electronic certificate of attendance for their participation in the training.

Suitable For

Delegates from all sectors of industry including: managers, supervisors, team leaders, HR professionals, business owners, Trade Union representatives, employee representatives and individuals who wish to enhance their CPD.

Programme

Our expert-led training sessions are designed to facilitate discussion and interaction. This event will cover:

• Planning and alternatives
• Collective redundancy process including consultation
• Individual redundancy and consultation
• The redundancy selection process
• Selection criteria
• Legal considerations 

Have a large group of staff to train?  To save you time and money, we can deliver bespoke training for your workplace. To find out more contact our Customer Services Team on 0300 123 1150 or complete our online enquiry form.  e-learning  We also offer free e-learning on a wide range of employment relations topics. It’s a great way to develop, enhance and refresh your knowledge, providing you with the opportunity to work through theory, explore case studies and answer interactive questions.  Need more than training? We recognise that every organisation is different. Our specialists can diagnose issues in your workplace and tailor practical solutions to address the challenges faced by you and your staff. To arrange a call or to simply find out more, contact our Customer Services Team on 0300 123 1150 or complete our online enquiry form.

  Venue Delivered digitally via Zoom      Date 05/01/2021    Time 09:30 – 12:30    Price £110.00 per person    Please note our training events are VAT exempt Please call Acas on 0300 123 1150 or email [email protected]  

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This 3 hour digital event will update you on the law relating to workplace absence and provide you with practical management techniques to help improve attendance in your workplace.

Business need

Employee absenteeism can put significant strain on a business in terms of costs. It can also place an additional burden on colleagues, resulting in low morale and loss of productivity.  Having an attendance policy will help employees understand the standards that are expected of them. It will help managers deal with absence issues in a fair and consistent way and tackle underlying problems such a work life balance, conflict at work or lack of adequate training.  A fair and robust policy which balances workplace standards with employee health and wellbeing can help to reduce absence, increase productivity and improve employee retention.  Delivered by Zoom, this event will provide you with best practice skills and techniques to confidently and effectively manage absence in your workplace.

All delegates will receive an electronic certificate of attendance for their participation in the training.

Suitable For

Delegates from all sectors of industry including: managers, supervisors, team leaders, HR professionals, business owners, Trade Union representatives, employee representatives and individuals who wish to enhance their CPD.

Programme

Our expert-led training sessions are designed to facilitate discussion and interaction. This event will cover:

• Absenteeism – what is it and what causes it?
• Identifying patterns of short-term absence
• Benefits of an attendance policy
• Line manager skills
• Fit notes
• The legal landscape
• Return to work interviews
• Setting absence triggers
• Managing long-term absence
• Identifying potential stress and mental health issues
• Disability discrimination
• Employee turnover

Have a large group of staff to train?  To save you time and money, we can deliver bespoke training for your workplace. To find out more contact our Customer Services Team on 0300 123 1150 or complete our online enquiry form  e-learning  We also offer free e-learning on a wide range of employment relations topics. It’s a great way to develop, enhance and refresh your knowledge, providing you with the opportunity to work through theory, explore case studies and answer interactive questions.  Need more than training? We recognise that every organisation is different. Our specialists can diagnose issues in your workplace and tailor practical solutions to address the challenges faced by you and your staff. To arrange a call or visit or to simply find out more, contact our Customer Services Team on 0300 123 1150 or complete our online enquiry form   Venue Delivered digitally via Zoom      Date 25/01/2021    Time 10:00 – 13:00    Price £110.00 per person    Please note our training events are VAT exempt Please call Acas on 0300 123 1150 or email [email protected]  

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During these unprecedented times, more people are working remotely. How your business deals with discipline and grievance may need to be adapted but it must still follow employment legislation.  This digital event will provide you with an overview of the Acas Code of Practice and the key skills you need to confidently manage discipline and grievance procedures in your workplace and remotely.

Business need

Poorly handled processes can lead to costly employment tribunals. Workplace problems that are tackled early take up less time and are more unlikely to damage working relationships, resulting in improved staff motivation and increased productivity. Having effective and compliant procedures in place can encourage employees to observe the rules and workplace standards whilst maintaining good working relationships.  The Acas Code of practice on discipline and grievance details the basic requirements of fairness and reasonable behaviour when handling discipline and grievance procedures. Delivered to you via Zoom, you will have the opportunity to interact with our knowledgeable trainers and discuss some of the challenges you may be facing.

All delegates will receive an electronic certificate of attendance for their participation in the training.

Suitable For

Delegates from all sectors of industry including: managers, supervisors, team leaders, HR professionals, business owners, Trade Union representatives, employee representatives and individuals who wish to enhance their CPD.

Programme

Our expert-led training sessions are designed to facilitate discussion and interaction. This event will cover:

• The Acas Code on disciplinary and grievance procedures
• Addressing the challenges remote working presents in discipline and grievance procedures
• Resolving issues informally and when formal action is necessary
• Setting clear rules and how to communicate them
• The principles of workplace investigations
• When suspension is an option and how it should be handled
• Taking appropriate action – use of penalties and sanctions
• Handling appeals

Have a large group of staff to train?  To save you time and money, we can deliver bespoke training for your workplace. To find out more contact our Customer Services Team on 0300 123 1150 or complete our online enquiry form  e-learning  We also offer free e-learning on a wide range of employment relations topics. It’s a great way to develop, enhance and refresh your knowledge, providing you with the opportunity to work through theory, explore case studies and answer interactive questions.  Need more than training? We recognise that every organisation is different. Our specialists can diagnose issues in your workplace and tailor practical solutions to address the challenges faced by you and your staff. To arrange a call or to simply find out more, contact our Customer Services Team on 0300 123 1150 or complete our online enquiry form

  Venue Delivered digitally via Zoom      Date 10/02/2021    Time 09:30 – 12:30    Price £110.00 per person    Please note our training events are VAT exempt Please call Acas on 0300 123 1150 or email [email protected]  

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This digital event looks at how to conduct and manage a fair internal investigation, from gathering and assessing evidence through to presenting findings.

The event will be delivered via Zoom, in two sessions, over two consecutive days. The duration of each session will be 3 hours.

The dates are:

• Day 1 – 25th of February 2021, 09:30 – 12:30
• Day 2 – 26th of February 2021, 09:30 – 12:30

Business need

Investigations in the workplace are held to clarify and establish the facts of a case and help employers reach a decision.  For example, whether there are grounds to uphold a grievance, call a disciplinary hearing or dismiss a member of staff. 

Workplace investigations should be conducted fairly. Employers could be held liable if a poor investigation leads to an unfair dismissal claim.

Delivered via Zoom, this event will provide you with key techniques, procedures and checklists to help ensure that you are considering all the crucial facts and that you undertake the process in a fair and unbiased manner.

You will also gain valuable understanding of what the law requires and learn key investigation skills, such as analysis and report writing.

All delegates will receive an electronic certificate of attendance for their participation in the training.

Suitable For

Delegates from all sectors of industry including: managers, supervisors, team leaders, HR professionals, business owners, Trade Union representatives, employee representatives and individuals who wish to enhance their CPD.

Programme

Our expert-led training sessions are designed to facilitate discussion and interaction. This event will cover:

• The legal background and burdens of proof
• Purpose and stages of disciplinary procedures
• The responsibilities of the employer
• The rights of the employee
• The stages of an investigation
• Listening and questioning techniques
• The role of suspension
• Case for dismissal
• Writing the report and presenting findings

Have a large group of staff to train?  To save you time and money, we can deliver bespoke training for your workplace. To find out more contact our Customer Services Team on 0300 123 1150 or complete our online enquiry form  e-learning  We also offer free e-learning on a wide range of employment relations topics. It’s a great way to develop, enhance and refresh your knowledge, providing you with the opportunity to work through theory, explore case studies and answer interactive questions.  Need more than training? We recognise that every organisation is different. Our specialists can diagnose issues in your workplace and tailor practical solutions to address the challenges faced by you and your staff. To arrange a call or visit or to simply find out more, contact our Customer Services Team on 0300 123 1150 or complete our online enquiry form   Venue Delivered digitally via Zoom     Date 02/02/2021    Time 09:30 – 12:30    Price £255.00 per person    Please note our training events are VAT exempt Please call Acas on 0300 123 1150 or email [email protected]  

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Employing an apprentice adds value to your organisation and there’s no better time than now. In this free Spotlight session, find out about recruiting, training and supporting an apprentice, plus the financial support available.

The one-hour session will cover:

• Benefits to your business of taking on an apprentice
• How to get started – picking the right apprenticeship standard and training provider and recruiting an apprentice
• Useful guidance and information
• Funding, national and local incentives and levy share
• Next steps

It takes place online with staff from the Apprenticeships Norfolk team, and there will be time for questions.

For further information about any of our events, please contact us at [email protected] or telephone 01603 774708.

Aim; This qualification provides basic food safety and hygiene, why these are necessary and how to put these basic precautions in to place. This is the benchmark, entry level qualification for all food handlers.

Objectives;   

*Understand the main Food safety hazards (what can harm the consumer?)

*How to safely store and handle food, to prevent contamination

*Understand the different chill temperature controls 

*Understand the basic concepts of cooking, hot holding and reheating

*Define cleaning and disinfection, why it is such an important issue and how it is achieved.

*How to identify, prevent and control pests

*Understand the basic principles of the design and construction of food premises and equipment

*State key legal requirements

Organisation

Duration; This course is delivered over 1 day. It is a classroom session.

Exam/Assessment; 30 mark multiple choice exam: This is an Ofqual Accredited course.

Cost; £88+ VAT includes, notes, refreshments, lunch and the assessment & certification fees.

Awarding Body; Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) or Highfield Awarding Body for Compliance (HABC)

Tutor; Mitchell Vale

Differentiation; None-just enthusiasm

Audience; Anyone working in a catering, manufacturing or retail setting where food is prepared cooked or handled.

Customer Feedback; “Many thanks for presenting the Food Hygiene course on Tuesday. It was well received by all my staff; you put us all at ease & made it a really pleasant informative day. As predicted a few of us sang when washing hands & all were checking for things we had discussed.” Phil Bush, Catering Manager

Instructor: Christos Matskas

Microsoft Azure is at the forefront of cloud innovation, proviing an broad set of services that enable you to innovate, create, test and run applications on an open and flexible cloud platform. The workshop aims to provide participants with solid knowledge, which includes: an overview of the Azure services, the goals and objectives behind each service and how Azure can help to improve your web and mobile development solution. Subject to be covered on the day:

• Azure overview
• Azure WebApps
• Azure Web Apps – Hosting options
• Azure Web Apps – Development recommended practices
• Azure Web Apps – Easy Auth and Azure AD Authentication
• Azure StorageAzure Web Jobs
• Azure Serverless – LogicApps and Functions

Prerequisites: participants should have an Azure Subscription (Visual Studio Dev Essentials offers £25 free per month) and Visual Studio 2017 (Preview, 15.3 at the time of writing this)

About Christos:

Christos Matskas has been working as a software developer for the last 12 years. He is an entrepreneur, founder and CEO of SoftwareLounge, a software consultancy firm. His portfolio includes collaborations with some great companies such as MarkIT, Lockheed Martin and Barclays. Over the years he has worked on numerous exciting projects from mobile applications to data crunching back-end solutions. He writes about his adventures in software development on his blog https://cmatskas.com. Christos is an advocate of Open Source Software and a regular contributor to numerous projects. He’s passionate about public speaking and he regularly speaks at conferences and user groups about .NET, the Cloud, mobile applications and software development in general (.NETFringe, DevWeek, MDevCon, SwanseaCon, Software Architect)