Testimonials

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"This was my second course I attended a Castle course and once again the course was very well designed and delivered. Traininers were very experienced and this has facilitated learning. Course structure was excellent . Definitly recommend."
Nicholas Debono , Ministry for Transport & Infrastructure Malta - 21st Apr 2015

"Castle provided an excellent training from start to finish, plenty of opportunity to ask questions, go elements & time to use the equipment. Looking forward to putting my learning into practice!"
Ashleigh Goss, DVSA - 9th May 2017

"I found the course most enjoyable in a lovely surrounding. The course lecturer, Steve Lockwood was very professional and delivered the course with great enthusiasm."
Jason Day, EDF Energy - 29th Oct 2013

"Good course , well presented, Steve has an ease of training that makes the course very interestingand informative."
Simon Waye, ATS Euromaster - 29th Oct 2013

"This is my third time in 12 months. I have been giving information not only to my colleagues who have attended but other inspectors to come along and get competence in what Castle Group do provide. Definitely the approach is good and the lecturers are very helpful and make sure each participant understands the topics."
Raymond Barbara , Ministry for Transport & Infrastructure Malta - 21st Apr 2015

"The course was very informative and Steve was open to any questions that needed to be answered or explained. Overall, a successful course. I know the others on the course enjoyed it thoroughly."
Chris Dunk, Castle Group Limited - 8th Apr 2014

"Good Course."
James Pink, Cleveland Potash Limited - 1st May 2012

"Very well run course, with highly experienced trainer and a great experience "
Richard Hollows, Makin Metal Powders Ltd - 9th May 2017

"Excellent course covered all aspects of dust and solvent monitoring. I will now be capable of conducting my own monitoring."
David Neild, Carpenter Limited - 21st Oct 2014

"This ismy second time that I am attending a course organised by Castle Training academy. Course lecturers are extremely professional as always and even the course pace has been well organised and delivered."
Owen Bonello , Ministry for Transport & Infrastructure Malta - 21st Apr 2015

This is a random sample of the 38 testimonials we have for the Practical Air Sampling for COSHH Castle Certificate Course.

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"Very interesting course, which engages the participants to discuss and share their experiences."
Matthew Riley, The Binding Site Group - 3rd Jun 2014

"This has been another eye opening and brain-teasing course which has been well delivered. When you thought you had a handle on the subject matter, along comes another fresh bit of info, which has been gratefully received. Well packaged, well done."
Neil Files, In House Training and Consultancy - 14th May 2015

"Again as with previous courses attended the course provided excellent information and legislation all explained in a very informal format."
David Greig, Forbo Flooring UK Limited - 5th Nov 2015

"Excellent one day course giving overview of air content it's measurement and control."
Bob Hope, BHPMS Health & Safety - 20th Nov 2014

"Very good introduction to air-sampling."
Jim Moss, Eldridge-Moss Limited - 20th Nov 2014

"Thank you I now have an insight into Air Sampling."
Philippa Sutton, HAV Control Limited - 3rd Jun 2014

"Great insight into the world and requirements of COSHH and air monitoring."
David Allen, Getrag Ford Transmissions - 14th May 2015

"Interesting session, complicated on some areas. Staff are very friendly, helpful and will try their upmost to help you understand."
Corrie Nicholson, Hull College - 3rd Jun 2014

"Excellent course content, delivered to give full understanding of the subject."
Jon Hazelgrove, BASF PLC - 3rd Jun 2014

"Informative and interesting. Thank you"
Louise Roberts, PTL Occupation Hygiene Consultants - 3rd Jun 2014

This is a random sample of the 22 testimonials we have for the Air Sampling and COSHH One Day Course.

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"Very informative and gives a good introduction of the topic."
Robin Jull, Lenham - 29th Apr 2015

"Very interesting webinar"
Pedro Garces, Global Control - 29th Apr 2015

"very informative and a great taster to the subject "
Derek Robson, Chep - 29th Apr 2015

"Informative and pitched at right level for basic understanding "
Mark Robinson, Thermacore - 29th Apr 2015

"Helped explain the basics of measurement very clearly, and cleared up the mystery of the different ways of writing mg.m3 etc. Thank you!"
Jill Yeates, Lewes - 29th Apr 2015

This is a random sample of the 5 testimonials we have for the Air Sampling Webinar.

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"Very knowlegable instructor with good experience in the field."
Dom Beever, Mistras Group - 13th Sep 2016

"I found the course very informative and helpful having no prior knowledge on the subject."
Craig Noble, EE UK Ltd - 29th Aug 2017

"Informative course, well presented"
Steven Lewis, EE UK Ltd - 29th Aug 2017

"We have used Castle Group for courses since 2005. The format is more relaxed and less intense."
M Hutchinson, Cats Ltd - 17th May 2016

"Good Course, could do with more practical demonstration as some of the concepts are hard to convey through screen presentations."
Sam Dixon, EE UK Ltd - 29th Aug 2017

"Well organised course, great accomodatioin and good to share experience with other candidates. "
Maureen Connolly, Safety Boss - 18th Sep 2017

"Good level of technical experience and real scenarios for the subject. Started from base level"
Maya Rowland, EE UK Ltd - 29th Aug 2017

"I found this course to be very informative and thought provoking. It was delivered very professionally and in a well structured manner. I found the Castle Group to be very thorough in the material it provided and the supplies given to individuals. I would recommend this company to anyone who requires training, technical assistance or equipment"
Sean Ogden, Mistras Group - 17th May 2016

"Very informative, however refer more practical as that is how I learn more."
Dan Rutherford, EE UK Ltd - 29th Aug 2017

"The course was very interesting. Garry tailored the content to the requirements of the delegates, lending his obviously vast knowledge and experience to teach a complex subject in a straightforward manner."
Will Vernon, Castle Group Ltd - 17th May 2016

This is a random sample of the 14 testimonials we have for the Electromagnetic Fields In A Day.

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"A very informative webinar providing a good introduction to BS4142 - made me want to learn more."
Ben Taylor, Lkrisk - 7th Aug 2015

"We have been dealing with Castle throughout our 31 year history, and remain convinced they are the experts in this field and provide us with all we need."
Philip Shaw, Sure Wave Technology - 7th Aug 2015

"Very informative - clear, and great to have the relevent pdf notes to accompany the webinar"
Nancy Archer, Perkins - 7th Aug 2015

"Very interesting but missed first 35 minutes due to sound difficulties. Very interested to receive full recording when available. "
Robert Hope, BHPMS - 7th Aug 2015

This is a random sample of the 4 testimonials we have for the Environmental Noise Webinar.

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"Course very relevant and well executed. Made it interesting, accommodation and hospitality excellent."
Ged Robinson, GKN Autostructure - 4th Feb 2014

"Course was kept very clear and concise, information broken down, very well presented handouts."
Aaron Priestly, Svantek - 11th Dec 2019

"The course content, pace and structure was excellent and professionally delivered. Stephen Marshall has an excellent delivery style and shows a vast knowledge of the subject."
Simon Mason, Polypipe - 11th Nov 2021

"Course was really good, content was relevant and well delivered."
Andy Parks, ECL - 11th Nov 2021

"The course providers were excellent, friendly, helpful with a mix of theory and practical to make the material easier to understand."
Timoteus Du Plooy, Safety Genius - 23rd Jan 2020

"I though the course was excellent, albeit for me very challenging. It was conducted in a positive supportive atmosphere and with a sense of fun so often lacking, in my experience on this kind of course. To be taken out, wined, dines and so generously entertained in such a way out of hours was truly unique and something I will not forget. Genuinely I found it rewarding and left wanting more, thanks again to you all."
Philip Johnson, Sanctuary Housing - 3rd Mar 2020

"I would highly recommend Castle, in terms of both ongoing equipment support and calibration through to training courses. I attended the Environmental Noise Course and found it to be informative and gave me the overview of the expertise and knowledge I need to look at noise issues on my site. Castle, have at all times been supportive and attentive to us as a client."
Sharon Wheeler, Molson Coors - 2nd Aug 2011

"An excellent well presented course with good group interaction. Great facilities, and comfortable stay."
Stuart Green, Morgan Sidall - 2nd Aug 2011

"An enjoyable and informative course."
Peter Winnicki, Zotefoams PLC - 8th Nov 2011

"This is the second course I have attended with Castle, and I am attending another with them in 2 weeks. The reason I came back to Castle is because the courses are detailed, informative, and relevant. Calculations are given in the simplest format and the addition of handouts, samples and tools are excellent. The tutor is extremely knowledgeable, patient and understanding. I highly recommend Castle as a training provider."
Beverley Ras, Polypipe - 11th Nov 2021

This is a random sample of the 30 testimonials we have for the Managing Environmental Noise to BS4142 - Competent Persons Course.

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"Great course, really enjoyed it. Many thanks to Jarek Gil and Paul Bartle."
Lee Beamiss, Carpentry & Building - 5th Dec 2017

"I thought the course was kept quite interesing by Chris, who was capable and willing to answer any questions he was asked. There was a lot on calculations which were explained in a manor which everyone understood. I also became aware of sometin (H.A.V) which I wasn't quite aware of before. Thanks!"
Jon O'Hara, Altrad NSG - 31st May 2016

"Enjoyable course in the main well paced."
Christina Quirke, Wakefield Council - 17th Apr 2018

"Good content, Jarek was lovely and patient. Location was great, so much food"
Victoria Tosh, Cleveland Potash Limited - 17th Jun 2014

"It helps my style of learning to have all of the understanding of calculations behind meters. Chris's delivery is very good mainly because he can break down the technical stuff with his experience into simple principles and concepts. His practical advice is also welcome."
Jason Plass, E.ON - 3rd Dec 2013

"Thank you for a lovely 3 days doing this course. I have learnt a lot in these 3 days. The hotel was nice with a fantastic view. The meals were also very nice. Thank You."
Sam Jones, Monmouthshire County Council - 6th Dec 2011

"Well worth course, presented very well. Good time spent team building excellent facilities."
Nigel Payne, Nottinghamshire County Council - 27th Sep 2011

"The course was very informative and will help me in my job role."
Mark Hasney, Cummins on site course - 15th May 2018

"As always a throughly enjoyable and informatiuve course. Expertly delivered "
Gary Crane, CTL Seal - 28th Jun 2016

"Surprisingly interesting course which was very well presented and kept entertaining throughout."
George Mitchell, Castle Group - 12th Sep 2017

This is a random sample of the 246 testimonials we have for the HAVS Vibration Training - Competent Persons Course.

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"Excellently delivered explanation of the fundamentals of what HAVS really means and real world applications."
Dave Cupit, Cheshire West Council - 12th May 2015

"Clear and precise. Good theory and enjoyable practical. "
S Hughes , Jag Land Rover - 19th Jan 2017

"Competent and knowledgeable."
Tony Dean, Halton Borough Council - 12th May 2015

"Very helpful course that has given me a better understanding of HAVS. Well presented and informative."
David Sinclair, Jag Land Rover - 19th Jan 2017

"Very good course full of information and east to understand."
William Watterson, Nth Lanarkshire Council - 23rd Nov 2017

"A well presented course"
Brian McGuirk, Jag Land Rover - 19th Jan 2017

"Aimed at the right level clear and consise instructions, good venue, kept in time limits"
Mark Glover, Paragon Creative - 3rd Nov 2015

"Excellent trainer and course, very informative and interesting."
Linda Maxwell, High Peak Borough Council - 12th May 2015

"Excellent course presented extremeley well."
Anthony Fletcher , Joy Global UK Limited - 12th May 2015

"Presented informative contents in a digestable manner for a novice in the subject matter."
Ross Growcott, Halcyon Environmental - 18th Nov 2014

This is a random sample of the 69 testimonials we have for the Hand Arm Vibration One Day Course.

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"Already attended your 3 day Competency Course some time ago and interesting to keep up with latest legistation and recommendations to improve testing & recording requirements."
Bob Bishop, Edniburgh Council - 27th Apr 2015

"Very iformative seminar."
John Grech, - 27th Apr 2015

"Excellent presentation, well delivered. Thank you."
Lee King, Acco - 27th Apr 2015

"Very interesting webinar and will definately help me with reviewing this area with our clients in the future."
Karl Curtis, Chubb - 27th Apr 2015

"Well presented refresher webinar. Concise and easy to understand. Great update"
Janice Dodge, - 27th Apr 2015

This is a random sample of the 5 testimonials we have for the Hand Arm Vibration Webinar.

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"Very good course, material was very good. No words to describe the tutor."
Marisa Tavares, ABP Ellesmer - 15th Feb 2011

"It was a good course and fulfilled my objective of attending the course, a good instructor."
Abdulelah Algheilani, Oman Lng - 13th Nov 2012

"Would like the course to be held in London."
Ahmed SaldAlhafsi, Oman Lng - 13th Nov 2012

"The course was very informative with a relaxed teaching style. Mac put as a student at ease. Not only have I learnt the technical skills required but the knowledge to explain what I am doing as well."
Helen Capps, Pindar Group - 8th Jul 2015

"Enjoyable course. Good mix of students, relaxed atmosphere."
Alasdair MacConnell, Argyll and Bute Council - 1st Jul 2014

"An excellent format over 3 days to ensure we are equipped to provide a quality serviceto our employees and the company."
Ian Booth , Safestyle UK - 12th Nov 2015

"I found the course very good and very informative, course trainer was excellent."
Teri Hackett, Reckitt Benckiser - 13th Nov 2012

"Very well accepted, treated very well, very organised, very nice dinner. Simon was an excellent host."
Taraq Hussain, the Hearing Clinic - 1st Jul 2014

"A very welcoming and friendly group of people. I now feel enthusiastic and confident in implementing an effective haring conservation scheme."
Hayley Lancaster, Forza Foods - 1st Jul 2014

"Fantastic accommodation had fun, staff welcoming felt looked after well. Enjoyed the course learnt the subject – main objectives"
Penny Arnett, Bernard Mathews Foods - 2nd Jul 2013

This is a random sample of the 26 testimonials we have for the Audiometric Screening for Businesses - Competent Persons Course.

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"Good Course."
George Hall, Bombardier - 11th Mar 2014

"Very well presented course, Stephen was very thorough when presenting was also impressed with his extended knowledge. Thank You for teaching this and giving me a better understanding."
Tom Lincoln, Bernard Mathews Foods Limited - 30th Apr 2013

"The course is my second one with Castle in recent years and like the last was excellent. The lecturer was fantastic and made it very interesting. The location was great and the host Castle Group welcoming. Thank you and I look forward to the refresher."
John Hopkinson, Derbyshire County Council - 28th Mar 2017

"the course was very enjoyable and informative. The practical element will ensure that I have the confidence to carry out assessments back in the workplace"
Keith Dawson, Beaston Clark - 29th Nov 2016

"Really interesting course, well presented by an excellent teacher, fantastic materials to help with complicated subject matter. The venue is fantastic with excellent facilities. I would highly recommend this course to anyone interested in noise at work."
Sean Lowe, Whitemeadow - 28th Mar 2017

"I have enjoyed the course very much as it was well presented which made the content easier to understand. Thank-you Stephen. Also had a great night out with everyone on Tuesday – thank you Simon."
David Chivers, Serco - 29th Nov 2011

"Very professional, very happy to return for other courses and to recommend to others back in Malta."
Nicholas Debono, Government of Malta MTI - 16th Sep 2014

"Very Enjoyable and competent course, I would highly recommend this course, I found it very useful"
Trevor Chalk , EP UK - 3rd Oct 2017

"Very informative course and instructor. Good touch with the meal."
Lee Garrick, Aliaxis - 14th Sep 2021

"Enjoyed te course very much, Stephen was excellent in the way he delivered the course very proffesional and precise on his delivery, very knowledgeable on the subject. Fantastic course."
Stephen Penman, MAGNOX Limited. - 17th Sep 2015

This is a random sample of the 247 testimonials we have for the Noise at Work Training - Competent Persons Course.

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"Excellent presentation again. The presenter was very knowledgeable and delivered the content in an easy to understand way. Thank you."
Lee King, Acco - 28th Apr 2015

"Concise and clear content and guidance"
Mark Robinson, Thermacore - 28th Apr 2015

"Very helpful at explaining the basics and the necessary action."
Jill Yeates, Lewes - 28th Apr 2015

"Very useful/informative. Will definately help me in my role as an insurance risk assessor."
Karl Curtis, Chubb - 28th Apr 2015

"Very enjoyable and informative webinar"
Rees Davies, Ledwood - 28th Apr 2015

This is a random sample of the 5 testimonials we have for the Noise at Work Webinar.

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"Good level of knowledge for a one day course."
Heather Phillipson, Sheffield college - 19th Nov 2014

"Interesting lots to think about."
Kay Moss, Muntons PLC - 19th Nov 2014

"Enjoyable day which covered all aspects in regard to noise."
Peter Graham, Cooplands & Son Limited - 4th Nov 2015

"A good overview for anyone beginning to look at noise in the workplace."
John Reilly, Babcock - 19th Nov 2014

"Again very informative and relevant for me and the company team."
Karl Mills, Walsall Council - 19th Nov 2014

"A very interesting course explaining the technical workings of the ear, how to protect them and how to use a noise meter. Touching on law/regulations I found interesting."
Nicholas Probert, SSE at Keadby - 8th Jun 2017

"Stephen presented the course really well and at a good pace. He held our attention throughtout the course"
Susan Davie, Chivas Brothers - 16th Mar 2016

"Very enjoyable, Interesting and informative course. Well Structured and provided relavant information to become competant"
Mick Lewis, North Lincolshire Coucil - 5th Apr 2016

"Very informative and will help me to understand better external noise assessments."
Matthew Evison, PHS Group - 19th Nov 2014

"Very informative. Castle have really great and concise presentations. I feel a lot more confident in the fields I have learnt about this week."
Richard Growcott, Halcyon Environmental - 19th Nov 2014

This is a random sample of the 51 testimonials we have for the Noise at Work One Day Course.