Testimonials

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"The course has fulfilled my expectations and enables me to carry out the tests with confidence."
Mark Richardson, Severfield Watson - 8th Apr 2014

"Very useful and gained the knowledge I requir to continue with monitoring in the place of work. Welcoming and friendly course."
Karl Taylor, Innospec Limited - 21st Apr 2015

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

"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

"Very good course, right pace, and clear explanation on all subject matter. Has helped me to understand much more clear all aspects of monitoring. Very good tutor and host professional approach."
Stuart Hodge, RHI - 21st Oct 2014

"I personally feel that the HAVS course which I previously attended was more complex & the tutor explained course notes in further detail. I think calculations need to be explained in more detail & written examples given in course notes."
Jonathan Debon , Ministry for Transport & Infrastructure Malta - 21st Apr 2015

"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

"Good course content, well presented."
Richard Powell, RWE Npower - 8th Apr 2014

"Lovely people as always, the other trainers were also great. Meal on the first night as always delicious. The Crown is a great venue as well."
Victoria Tosh, Cleveland Potash Limited - 21st Oct 2014

"Very Good course, learnt Lots. Improved my knowledge in the field end. Would recommend the course. Top class facility, training & hospitality. Helpful & friendly staff."
Barry tomlinson, Chesterfield Council - 18th Oct 2016

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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"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

"I though today was quite heavy going, as a tutor myself I understand the need that to keep up energy levels and group dynamics that a different activity should be introduced every 20 minutes, I feel a bit of work is needed."
Andy Brunt, Secas Training Association Ltd - 5th Nov 2015

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

"Very interesting. I would like to do three day course."
Dave Lovatt, BASF PLC - 3rd Jun 2014

"Excellent course."
Gary Marsden, G.P.Fume - 3rd Jun 2014

"Interesting well delivered course."
Ivan Tibble, Qualter Hall & Company Limited - 3rd Jun 2014

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

"Ecellent course. Well delivered by both speakers, would highly recommend."
Anthony Fletcher , Joy Global UK Limited - 14th May 2015

"Very good course , covers a wide range of areas."
Paul Vickers, ELAS UK - 5th Nov 2015

"Very informative, great starter level course."
Colin Robinson, ELAS UK - 5th Nov 2015

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

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"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

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

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

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

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

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

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

"Very interesting course, well presented by knowledgable trainer in a way that was easy to understand."
Iain Harrison, Arco - 18th Sep 2017

"Ethically driven, informative course. Has given me the confidence to perform a survey and produce a compliant report."
David Ackerncey, Mistras Group - 17th May 2016

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

"I found the course very informative and helpful having no prior knowledge on the subject."
Craig Noble, 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 Interesting EMF assessment training course, presented by Julia Clark, who was very knowledgeable and brought great enthusiasm to the topic."
Susan Lett, EXOVA - 6th Jul 2017

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

"Very well knowledge but would like to see a more beginners level option where the basics are covered in more depth along with longer spell and training on how to equipment."
Tom Wood, EE UK Ltd - 29th Aug 2017

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

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"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

"A very informative webinar providing a good introduction to BS4142 - made me want to learn more."
Ben Taylor, Lkrisk - 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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"Lecturer Jarek made a sometimes technically complicated subject understandable to the delegates."
Michael Stevenson, Scottish Power - 27th Oct 2015

"Enjoyed Environmental noise course, veryrelaxed learning environment. Presenter Jarek Gil provided an in depth knowledge of subject matter. Good mix of practical work to ensure understanding and application of theory."
Jim Denholm, Scottish Power - 27th Oct 2015

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

"Very good course well explained by Chris."
Iolo Owen, Celtest - 2nd Aug 2011

"Very interesting, have learnt a lot coming from a position of knowing nothing. Thank You "
Sandra Sandon, Worcestershire County Council - 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

"Well organised, well run course a very effective learning course."
Bill Sweenie, Exxon Mobile - 2nd Aug 2011

"Good Venue, good instruction 2½ days maybe a little bit short."
Michael Wyn Jones, Celtest - 2nd Aug 2011

"The course I found to be exactly what I was expecting and covered all aspects that I will require to carry out assessments when returning to work."
Mark Suckling, AWE PLC - 8th Nov 2011

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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"Both Castle and Acoustic Associates provided a good course in a great location. Chris was an excellent tutor and took time to explain anything we did not fully understand."
Mark Bird, Magnox - 26th Nov 2015

"Good Course, Chris a very good instructor. The meal out on Tuesday night - a nice touch."
Paul Hemingway, Altrad NSG UK Limited - 4th Dec 2012

"An excellent course and delivered at the right rate."
Andrew Brownett, Doncasters Structures Limited - 17th Jan 2012

"Accommodation was excellent and course was very good. Information pack and instructions were very good with a friendly atmosphere and good leasing."
Robert Clarke, Broads Authority - 17th Jan 2012

"As with the other courses we have attended the course was very well taught with good training materials, knowledgeable lecturer ans a good mix of theory and practical measurements."
Cerian Wood , Unilever - 24th Sep 2015

"The course gave a good insight into vibration in the workplace on how to manage it. This will help ensure the company can comply with current legislation."
William Fitzpatric, Augean PLC - 4th Dec 2012

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

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

"The course instructor is very knowledgeable, experienced also extremely thorough. His manner and explanation is very clear and concise. The whole course is very informative."
Chris Ward, Telford & Wrekin Services Limited - 3rd Feb 2015

"Good course, great delivery, quality course material. Convenient facilities ( especially staying at the Crown Spa). I would recommend this course to others."
Karl Forman, ISOS Housing Ltd - 7th Feb 2017

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

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"Very informative course."
Mike Carter, Jag Land Rover - 19th Jan 2017

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

"Dry subject made interesting. Well Done."
Ewan Ridoch, WM Donald Limited - 20th May 2014

"Interesting."
David Pearson, Permoid Industries Limited - 3rd Nov 2015

"Very enjoyable course, delivered at the right level for what NLC need were."
Gerry Farrell, Nth Lanarkshire Council - 23rd Nov 2017

"Siuperb, well presented and very practical. Really opened our eyes.!!"
Barry Bourne, Thorlux Lighting - 18th Nov 2014

"Excellent Course, Very informative"
Dave King, Jag Land Rover - 19th Jan 2017

"I decided to come on this course for CPD purposes. I actually believed I knew something of te subject matter but I have left today feeling and truly beleving I have now a decent level of knowledge. I look forward to putting I nto practice around our client sites."
Neil Files, In House Training and Consultancy - 12th May 2015

"A really informative course, delivered by extremely knowledgeable team."
Paul foster, Places for People - 20th May 2014

"Enjoyable course, well balanced with information on all aspects on HAVS and WBV. Thank you."
Philippa Sutton, HAV Control Limited - 20th May 2014

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

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

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

"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

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

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

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"Really enjoyed the course and the way it was conducted. Very professional tutor and Mac's knowledge is very precious in order to understand the material."
Agata Strzalka, Forza Foods - 1st Jul 2014

"Thank you for an interesting informative course. I feel I have learnt the best practice and can go and set up an audiometric programme confident that we will get it right."
Heidi Moore, Bernard Mathews Foods - 2nd Jul 2013

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

"Excellent trainer, very much enjoyed no death by power-point."
Kevin Shaw, Lancaster City Council - 13th Nov 2012

"Outstanding, learned a great deal confirmed prior knowledge. Great tutor., cheers."
Chris Leggett, NSK Bearings Europe Limited - 12th Nov 2015

"Great course. I found it interesting, and enjoyed the training and the venue."
David Schofield, Duo Plastics Limited - 13th Nov 2012

"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

"Course was brilliant, I really enjoyed it the tutor was absolutely competent and answered all my questions."
Rosen Andreev, ABP Ellesmere - 15th Feb 2011

"Excellent course with a very good tutor 'Mac' a wealth of experience to impact and does so with gusto!! Very enjoyable."
Sharron Lowrie, EMI Company Limited - 21st Feb 2012

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

This is a random sample of the 26 testimonials we have for the Surveillance Audiometry and Hearing Conservation.

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"Much enjoyable course, enjoyed the dynamic of the group. Excellent instructor with a good pace, and level of teaching. Nice touches including the course meal. I would recommend to anyone considering this course to use Castle."
Nick Simpkins, Honda - 25th Nov 2014

"I found the course to be very well paced, the key points were repeated throughout the course allowing them to be properly learned"
Claire Dean, GDLS - 20th Sep 2016

"Very Good course, well presented lovely environement as always!"
Victoria Tosh, ICL UK - 28th Nov 2017

"Very good course that was well presented in clear terminology. A good combination of legalastine and practical knowledge that, as a competent person you need to know to be able to complete a Noise at Work assessment reliably. Presentation, contentand delivery very good."
Paul Crouch, AB Agri Limited. - 22nd May 2012

"A good refresher course, giving another view of work I carry out. A good foundation for upcoming work."
Tony Blake, Lancashire County Council - 12th Mar 2013

"Stephen had a detailed experience, which was invaluable during the course to illustrate practical examples"
Kris Allen, Ryder Patnership - 29th Nov 2016

"The course was very informative and easy to follow, the tutor was clear and precise, I was made to feel very comfortable."
Marianne Lawrence, Bernard Mathews Foods Limited - 15th Jan 2013

"Very informative course"
Ian Lumley, Stobart Rail - 20th Sep 2016

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

"The course content, resources were excellent and helped make the course well worth attending. The pre-course admin and after course admin was excellent."
Geoff Hunt, Babcock Group - 24th May 2011

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

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

"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

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

"Very helpful at explaining the basics and the necessary action."
Jill Yeates, Lewes - 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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"Again, informative well structured course. Day 2 of 3 good standard of delivery."
Corrie Nicholson, Hull College - 21st May 2014

"Very good and informative . Thank You "
Paul Davison, Dane Architectural Systems Ltd. - 4th Nov 2015

"Very Interesting Thanks."
Doug Lovatt, BASF UK Ltd - 21st May 2014

"Found the course very useful, good vibration in throry + practical. Well Explained good interction"
Kelly stables, North Lincolshire Coucil - 5th Apr 2016

"Good all round knowledge of noise induced hearing loss, . enjoyed the course leaving me wanting to learn more. Thank You !"
Philippa Sutton, HAV Control Ltd - 21st May 2014

"The noise awareness course was well planned and suited our needs. The course was presented in a way that engaged everyone within the team and created a memorable educational day. Good practical session to put new knowledge into practice."
Janet Woolley, Chivas Brothers - 16th Mar 2016

"Excellent and informative course. Very practicle with transferable skills and knowledge to be able to apply the theory to work requirements."
Neil Hallam, Pullman Fleet Services - 13th May 2015

"Well Presented and Delivered. Friendly and helpful trainer"
Mandy Brookes, North Lincolshire Coucil - 5th Apr 2016

"A very informative session, delivered by a very knowledgeable team."
Paul Foster, Places for People - 21st May 2014

"It was a very useful and interesting noise at work course. Stephen pitced the information st just the right level and was very easy to undesrtand."
Anna Hutchinson, Chivas Brothers - 16th Mar 2016

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