Book now for a free, informal evening of networking at Bank House Hotel with a range of businesses from across West and North Norfolk. West Norfolk Nites continues to show popularity with attendance of more than 30 different businesses at each event. Raise the profile of your business, create new contacts and enjoy some relaxed, friendly networking. An evening of drinks, canapes and networking, free of charge and open to all businesses. This event is for businesses located in West Norfolk and North Norfolk. If your business is located out of these areas, please contact the events team before booking.
What does a business vision for Norfolk look like?
Norfolk Chamber aims to ensure that there is ‘business friendly’ local environment in which our members can operate and prosper. Our four key themes are: Revolution in Technology; Improving Infrastructure; Bridging the Skills Gap; and Economic Trends – all themes aim to support the needs of our members and help them grow.
We are currently working in partnership with the local authorities and the New Anglia LEP to review and update the overall Economic Strategy for Norfolk. It is essential that the updated Strategy is business focussed and is designed to make the most of the opportunities in our region.
To make this strategy robust, we want to hear from small, medium and large businesses about what they need to grow their businesses. Norfolk Chamber are holding a series of roundtable discussions to capture business opinions and needs which will be fed back into the Economic Strategy:
Roundtable Events will be held on the below dates:
Course Title; Level 3 Award in Effective Auditing and Inspection Skills
Aim; The qualification provides skills in the auditing and inspection of food manufacturing processes, in order to effectively verify HACCP and general food safety and management systems. Especially valuable for BRC, SALSA, etc certificated manufacturers and multi-site catering operations where consistency is valuable.
Objectives
*Understanding auditing and inspection- what it is and appreciate the benefits and limitations
*Collecting & verifying of information
*Identify and plan the stages in Audit and Inspection
*Improve the ability to analyse & interpret data
*People Skills- improve your ability to get the right information
*Identify the competencies & characteristics of Auditors
*Understanding the implementation of on-site audits & inspections
*How to prepare written reports
Organisation
Duration; The course is delivered over one day- it is a classroom session- based on a number of syndicate exercises, activities & case studies- no chalk & talk here!
Exam/Assessment; 30 question multiple choice test: Pass mark 20, Merit mark 25
Cost; £135 plus VAT includes notes, refreshments & lunch and the assessment & certification fees (HABC)
Awarding Body; Highfield Awarding Body for Compliance (HABC)
Tutor; Richard Mills
Differentiation; Reasonable (Level 2 or equivalent) literacy, good communication skills, a broad understanding of food safety and its management systems, and experience of food manufacturing or large scale catering processes.
Audience; This qualification is for supervisors, team leaders & QA staff who are involved in the verification of Food Safety through Auditing & Inspection
Feedback; “thank you for your help, guidance and interest in putting on our courses…at such short notice. We all thought you were an exceptional presenterandmade it a mostenjoyable and productive experience. (Wow ! That’s got to be worth a “Brucie Bonus”)” Ernie Woodhouse, QA Team, Youngs Seafoods
Location: Carrowbreck House, 7 Carrowbreck Road, Norwich, NR6 5FA. This course has been designed to ensure that all employees are aware of their own safety and the safety of customers, contractors and the public. It is applicable in any workplace and the training can be adapted to meet specific needs. This course enables attendees to understand the principles of Health and Safety, contribute to any Health and Safety Management system, develop an understanding of the responsibilities placed on employers and employees, develop an understanding of hazard, risk and the main causes of harm to workers, acknowledge the importance of following systems, procedures and rules and understand how individual action can reduce risks to health and safety. Duration: One-day course (9:00am – 5:00pm approximately) Equipment: No equipment is necessary for you to bring to the course. Pens and note paper will be available. Lunch provided: On full day training courses a sandwich/roll or salad lunch with crisps and cake or fruit will be provided. Refreshments will be available throughout the duration of this course. Please note that it is a requirement of the awarding body, that we need to see photographic proof of identity of each candidate before they can be entered into the exam, for example, passport, driving licence, student union card or work pass. Course Content Legislation Health Safety Welfare The workplace and workplace equipment Risk assessment Manual Handling Hazardous substances Ergonomics and work station design Transport and vehicles Noise and vibration Subject to passing a 30 question multiple choice exam paper delegates will gain the Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace. You will be given a Health and Safety manual to take away and keep after the course for future reference. Course Cost – £100 – £110 per person. For any enquiries or more information, please contact us on 01603 788950 or email [email protected]
What does a business vision for Norfolk look like?
Norfolk Chamber aims to ensure that there is ‘business friendly’ local environment in which our members can operate and prosper. Our four key themes are: Revolution in Technology; Improving Infrastructure; Bridging the Skills Gap; and Economic Trends – all themes aim to support the needs of our members and help them grow.
We are currently working in partnership with the local authorities and the New Anglia LEP to review and update the overall Economic Strategy for Norfolk. It is essential that the updated Strategy is business focussed and is designed to make the most of the opportunities in our region.
To make this strategy robust, we want to hear from small, medium and large businesses about what they need to grow their businesses. Norfolk Chamber are holding a series of roundtable discussions to capture business opinions and needs which will be fed back into the Economic Strategy:
Roundtable Events will be held on the below dates:
Norfolk Chamber are supporting local schools across Norfolk to deliver a careers event to inspire, motivate and educate students on career opportunities.
This will be an exhibition stand based careers event with over 250 students visiting stands. Exhibition Stands will be free of charge and refreshments will be provided.
If you would like to take part, please contact us or click here and complete an online booking form.
The course is aimed at anyone who is working within Health and Safety on a day to day basis, any senior members of staff who deal with Health and Safety or anyone who is looking for an update on their current Health and Safety Training.
Now Booking for 15th June 2018
In essence the course will enable delegates to: * Take a fresh look at what systems and procedures that are in place- are they fit for purpose? * Review & revise Health and Safety Management * Hear what’s current with H & S Enforcers- what are they focusing on? * Dispel the Myths about Health and Safety-do not believe all that you read in the papers!
The subjects covered are: 1. Mapping the maze of Health & Safety Legislation- including topics such as Manual Handling, COSHH, Ergonomics and work equipment- and how it relates to your business 2. How to ensure that your Health and Safety Policy is Effective including communicating it 3. Are your Risk Assessments ‘Suitable & Sufficient’ 4. Current Hot Topics- what are the Enforcing Authorities looking for- a focus on up to the minute issues including recent changes / charging for visits
Prerequisites: None-just enthusiasm
Duration: One day programme ( 09:00 start-16: 30 finish )
Cost: £125 + VAT Includes all course materials, lunch and refreshments
Course Tutors: Sarah Daniels is Chartered Environmental Health Practitioner & member of IOSH, having spent over 25 years in the profession. Registered Consultant at www.OSHCR.org The RedCat Partnership ltd have been providing Health & Safety training and consultancy in Norfolk, East Anglia and nationally for over 19 years.
Norfolk Chamber has created a new forum where senior business leaders have an opportunity to meet other key influencers to discuss and share experiences and opinions on a quarterly basis.
‘The 1896 Club’ named after the date of incorporation of Norfolk Chamber of Commerce, is an exclusive gathering for Norfolk business leaders with over 50 employees.
The event will be hosted by our President Jonathan Cage, Managing Director, Create Consulting. There will be plenty of time to network with peers over breakfast and a lively debate on the challenges that large businesses face in Norfolk.
Our guestspeaker Rebecca Harris, Communications Manager, Wyndham Vacation Rentals UK will talk about diversification in the workplace and how this has benefitted their extensive portfolio of brands including Hoseasons and other holiday companies. Her presentation ‘Recognising your employees for who they are’ is an insight into the importance of developing a workplace culture that is truly accepting of its employees and how this is a benefit to an organisation.
About Rebecca
Rebecca has a degree in Retail Marketing and has worked in marketing and PR within the retail and tourism industry since 2001, working for the last 10 years for Hoseasons and more recently in the role of Communications Manager for Wyndham Vacation Rentals UK, managing the Business to Business PR and Business to Employee Communications for Hoseasons, Cottages.com and James Villas. Her passion for communication has translated into planning and delivering award-winning initiatives aimed at engaging stakeholders across a range of audiences.
Invitation ONLY
This event is invite only to managing director or CEO level above membership rate with 50+ employees. To check if your business qualifies or if you would like to upgrade your membership please contact Jason Williams, Business Manager on 01603 729704 or email [email protected]
Aims to provide delegates with the required level of training, skills and knowledge in First Aid, and comply with the requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.
Suitable For
Successful delegates will be awarded a certificate of competence accredited by Qualsafe Awards who are recognised by Ofqual. It is valid for three years.
Course Venue
Open courses are held regularly at our training venues in Norwich, Norfolk and Cambridge, Cambridgeshire. Alternatively, courses can be arranged at your own site anywhere in the UK (subject to suitability).
Syllabus
· Introduction to first aid
· Incident management and safety
· The unconscious patient
· Major illness: diabetes, heart attack, stroke
· Fractures and dislocations
· Head Injuries
· Eye Injuries
· Simple record keeping & first aid equipment
· The legal framework for first and in the workplace
· Basic life support
· Use of AED
· Control of bleeding and shock
· Major Illness: epilepsy, allergic reactions
· Burns and scolds
· Poisons and harmful substances
· Basic casualty handling
· Knowledge and skills assessments
“Good course with refreshing content. Great value for money.”
“The use of video clips really helped. The course was a good pace and the content was made interesting. It’s the most enjoyable First Aid course I have attended in 20 years.”
The British Chambers of Commerce Business and Education Summit is an inspirational and interactive forum to explore these issues and provides the opportunity for delegates to make new connections and engage with latest best practice through expert speakers, panel debates and informative breakout sessions.
The 2017 summit will focus on three key themes: Enterprise and education – how can schools create the business leaders of tomorrow? Solving the puzzle: maximising productivity through skills How can universities and business work together to drive economic growth?
Hear from Labour party leader Rt Hon Jeremy Corbyn MP as well other influential names in the worlds of business and education including, among others, Neil Carmichael (Former chair, Education Select Committee), Rt Hon Sir Vince Cable MP (Former Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills) and Judith Doyle (Principal/CEO, Gateshead College, 2016 TES FE leader of the year).
Network with businesses and educators across the country, as well as taking part in interactive breakout sessions run by ‘F1 in Schools’ and ‘KMF’.
Tickets are selling fast so book now to attend and take advantage of this exciting opportunity to hear the Leader of the Opposition, Rt Hon Jeremy Corbyn MP, speak on skills and education.
When an emergency strikes, the first few minutes are critical — and having a trained first aider on-site can mean the difference between life and death.
At Shield Health & Safety, we’re committed to equipping individuals and workplaces with the skills and confidence to respond effectively in emergencies.
That’s why we’re inviting you to join our open Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course this summer. ✅ Upcoming Course Dates: 📍 Location: Wymondham 📅 Dates: 25th June & 17th September 2025 🕐 Duration: 1-day practical course 🎓 Certification: Valid for 3 years (accredited)
Why Is Emergency First Aid Training So Important? Emergencies in the workplace can happen at any time — choking, bleeding, heart attacks, or someone becoming unconscious.
Employers have a legal and moral responsibility to ensure someone is trained and confident enough to step in until help arrives. Benefits of being trained: Recognise and respond quickly to life-threatening situations Support injured or ill colleagues before emergency services arrive Increase workplace safety and morale Meet HSE (Health and Safety Executive) legal requirements Gain confidence to act when it matters most Why Face-to-Face First Aid Training Is Still Best While online learning has its place, first aid is a hands-on skill — one best learned through real-life scenarios, demonstrations, and physical practice.
In-person training offers:
Immediate instructor feedback
Realistic CPR and bandaging practice
Confidence-building peer interaction
Custom scenarios tailored to your industry
Opportunities to ask questions and clarify procedures
At Shield Health & Safety, our courses are led by experienced instructors who bring with real-world examples and practical application.
Train Your Whole Team — We Come to You!
In addition to our open courses, we offer on-site Emergency First Aid at Work training at your location, ideal for businesses who want to train groups of 6 or more. You’ll receive the same high-quality certification and expert tuition, without needing to send staff off-site.
Book Your Spot or Request On-Site Training
Whether you’re an individual looking to upskill, or a business safeguarding your staff, our Emergency First Aid at Work training is a vital investment.
👉 Contact us to book or request an on-site quote: [email protected] 📞 Or call us directly at 01603 6552029
Location: Carrowbreck House, 7 Carrowbreck Road, Norwich, NR6 5FA Do you find yourself with even more questions about social media, have you forgotten some of what was covered in the workshop or do you just need a bit of support whilst you try out something new? Being surrounded by a supportive group is sometimes much better than struggling by yourself. Duration: Half-day course (1.30pm – 4.30pm) Equipment: No equipment is necessary for you to bring to the course. Pens and note paper will be available. Lunch provided: Light Refreshments will be available throughout the duration of this course. Course Content: Our Social Media tutor will facilitate the group, come along if you: Have questions Want to share a success story Have any challenges Need some tips and advice Looking for new tools to try Want the latest updates on social media Want better results Format: Interactive group session Course price: From £37.00 – £48.00 For more details or any enquiries, please do contact us on 01603 788950, or email [email protected]