Before and during the course FAQs

Yes, you will receive a certificate of attainment after completing this course to demonstrate that you have gained new knowledge around OH&S management systems. It is also equivalent to 7 hours CPD.

We offer the Contract Management Fundamentals training course on a dedicated basis, delivered solely for the benefit of your organisation. You can choose a convenient date, and we can deliver in person at your offices or at an external venue, or remotely in our Virtual Classroom.

If you have already completed lead auditor training in another discipline, then you will meet the training requirements for registration as a CQI and IRCA OH&SMS auditor upon successful completion of this course. You will receive a certificate which provides evidence of your enhanced skill set.

The 3-day course is also equivalent to 24 hours of CPD.

You will need a laptop or desktop computer with a camera, headset and microphone, and a stable internet connection. We use Zoom to run our courses, which is an easy-to-use platform that works well for interactive training. You will receive a link to the Virtual Classroom in good time before the course starts to should ensure that your equipment and connections are working well. If you have any concerns about using the technology please contact us and we will be happy to set up a test call with you.

The maximum number of delegates for dedicated training courses varies depending on the chosen course and chosen delivery method (online or face to face).

If you wish to schedule dedicated training at your premises, please also consider the room size available. Dedicated training can take place at training venues or online if you do not have space at your premises.

We recommend also taking into consideration that larger group numbers can impact delegates learning. We suggest only placing delegates on the course who require or will benefit from the training to ensure delegates remain engaged throughout the course.

Yes. Whether procurement is within your job role or you are joining the course to get a better understanding of how procurement works in your organisation, Bywater will send you a certificate of attendance once you have completed this 1-day course.

As an established and certified training provider, we offer a training path for those who are interested in auditing. We provide lead auditor and internal auditor courses against a wide range of standards, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 27001. We can also help you extend your knowledge into areas such as business improvement and leadership.

You can choose to train at one of our venues across the UK, or join us in our Virtual Classroom. Whether face-to-face or online, we focus on live, interactive training, to give you the best opportunity to learn through working with our experienced tutors through discussions, workshops and case studies.

The ISO 45001 Auditor Migration training course is specifically designed for those who already have in-depth knowledge of OHSAS 18001.

If you are looking for an introduction to OH&S auditing, then you may find our Introduction to ISO 45001:2018 training course more suited to your needs.

The aim of the course is to give delegates practical tools and techniques for improved professional management of the negotiation and contractual process with suppliers. The tutor combines classroom instruction with plenty of examples from real-life experience, and a commitment to open discussion among delegates.

One attendee commented that: ‘The course has given me the confidence to implement what I have learnt’.

Another said: ‘I can directly use the skills I learnt to help me in my role now. There were a lot of useful tips and guidance about contract management. The tutor was really good and the timings of the course, course material and breaks were perfect.’

If you would like to learn more about key negotiation skills and techniques, you may like to take a look at our Practical Negotiation Skills in Procurement and Contract Management training course.

Yes. This course will introduce you to the concept of energy management systems and ISO 50001. You will then learn how internal auditing skills can be applied to monitoring and improving the effectiveness of your organisation’s EnMS. You will be able to build on your current expertise to extract the greatest value from this training course.