Before and during the course FAQs

Measurement uncertainty relates to the margin of doubt that exists for the result of any measurement, and how significant that doubt is, according to statistical analysis. ISO 17025 requires that testing laboratories should apply procedures to estimate the uncertainty of measurement. Laboratories seeking ISO 17025 accreditation will need to address this issue.

This 1-day course is a blend of expert tutoring and interactive workshops and discussions. By working through the performance of FMEA techniques you will be able to reinforce your learning while still in the classroom. This applies whether you are attending a face-to-face class or joining online in our Virtual Classroom.

This course will give you an understanding of the purpose and requirements of ISO 13485, and introduce you to the management of quality systems. The interactive nature of the course means that you will have the opportunity to practise your learning, discuss your experiences with other delegates, and ask questions of the tutor.

With this grounding you can develop your skills further as an internal auditor by attending our ISO 13485 Internal Auditor training course. The 2 courses run consecutively, and you can receive a discount if you book both together.

The IEMA Environmental Sustainability for Workforce training course is designed to give you a window into the world of environmental sustainability, whatever your role within your organisation. In just 1 day you will learn how you can make changes to benefit employees, customers and other stakeholders. You will leave the course with an understanding of drivers and trends, risks and opportunities, and requirements for compliance. You will also receive an IEMA certificate as evidence of your new knowledge.

The Auditor Migration training course has been specifically designed to enable existing OHSAS 18001:2007 auditors to upgrade their skills to auditing against the newer OH&S standard, ISO 45001.

With up-to-date knowledge you will be able to better support your organisation in auditing its H&S processes and identifying areas for improvement. You will also be able to include the training on your CV to support your career progression.

Learning about measurement systems analysis will enhance your skills in the application of the Six Sigma approach to business improvement and IATF 16949. These skills are useful to quality professionals, engineering staff, those directly involved in MSA studies, and any other employees who would benefit from a clear understanding of what MSA offers.

By attending this highly practical 1-day course, you will gain an understanding of the value and limitations of MSA and how to use it to assess measurement systems.

Yes, the Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management training course is certified by IEMA, the key professional body for those operating in environmental management. Certification is achieved through a mix of continuous assessment during the course and an online exam following the event. We work closely with our attendees to give them the best chance of success. Certification at this level can give employees a demonstrable advantage in their career path. The course is also equivalent to a significant 40 hours of CPD.

No, the course incorporates our Introduction to ISO 50001 training course, so we will give you all the information and guidance about the role of energy management systems and ISO 50001 that you need on your first day.

We will then go on to look more specifically at the tasks involved in an internal audit of an EnMS, with plenty of opportunity to practise and discuss the skills you are learning.

As an Approved Training Partner of CQI (Chartered Quality Institute) and IRCA (International Register of Certificated Auditors), we offer ISO 9001 Lead Auditor training that is certified by the recognised global professional body for auditors.

Our role as an independent provider allows us more flexibility in how we deliver services. Today we run more than 1000 scheduled courses a year, both face-to-face and in our Virtual Classroom. If you prefer, we can provide dedicated training just for your organisation.

We want you to achieve success first time by gaining a thorough understanding of the theory and application of your subject in your training. That is why we employ tutors with vast experience of working in the field and who have approved tutor status.

We are determined to provide you with the most effective learning environment. Because all our classes are live, you can benefit from group work and discussion, and can ask for help from your tutor as the course progresses.

We invite every delegate to let us know if the training met their expectations, or what they would like to see change. We are committed to building on feedback to improve our service and performance, to help you achieve your business goals.

Bywater offers training options at Green Belt level to acquire new skills with or without attaining certification.

Our 5-day Lean Six Sigma Green Belt training course provides full training with expert tutors. You will receive a certificate after the course demonstrating your new level of understanding and the fact that the course is approved by the Royal Statistical Society.

If you wish to achieve individual certification under the Royal Statistical Society’s 18404 Sector Scheme, then this 8-day Six Sigma Green Belt Development programme is right for you. The programme begins with our standard Green Belt training, before taking an additional 3 days to focus on the practical application of your Green Belt competencies, along with Assessment Centre practice and individual coaching to support an RSS 18404 application.