Testimonials

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"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 was a very intense and enjoyable course, the media provided was well written and fully covered the content. The venue was perfect for a learning situation with the instructors well versed in their subject."
Alan Greenwood, DVSA - 9th May 2017

"Very Interesting and enjoyable course."
Derek Robson, Chep Uk - 22nd Oct 2015

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

"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

"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

"A very knowledgeable lecturer, the course itself very interesting. Would recommend to others going into air"
Ketan Mistry, ATS Euromaster - 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

"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

"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

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

"Good start introduction and practicaluse of the air sampling equipment. COSHH principles nicely outlined, practical demonstration a little bit messy at times.- overall good."
Alicya Gardzilewick, Fenner Precision - 2nd Jun 2014

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

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

"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

"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

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

"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

"Great insight into the world and requirements of COSHH and air monitoring."
David Allen, Getrag Ford Transmissions - 14th May 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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"Very interesting webinar"
Pedro Garces, Global Control - 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 gives a good introduction of the topic."
Robin Jull, Lenham - 29th Apr 2015

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

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

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

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

"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

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

"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

"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

"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

"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

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

"Very informative, however refer more practical as that is how I learn more."
Dan Rutherford, 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

"A very informative webinar providing a good introduction to BS4142 - made me want to learn more."
Ben Taylor, Lkrisk - 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 was kept very clear and concise, information broken down, very well presented handouts."
Aaron Priestly, Svantek - 11th Dec 2019

"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

"The Environmental Noise Training course was very informative, good theory and extremely useful practical demo's. Would recommend the course to get a good understanding of environmental noise assessment."
David Burrell, Marshalls - 27th Oct 2015

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

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

"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

"Well structured course. Flows well. Uncomplicated and easy to follow. Well designed and easy to use equipment."
Fraser Mallen, BAS Castings - 11th Nov 2021

"Lecturer kept a monotorious subject interesting and enjoyable. Course notes are helpful to refer to for future reports."
Will Vernon, Castle Group Limited - 4th Feb 2014

"Good course, work folders consise and informative. Great venue hotel and town."
Gordon Lines, ISO Enigma solutions Ltd - 2nd Aug 2011

"An enjoyable and informative course."
Peter Winnicki, Zotefoams 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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"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

"Very intersting and information course. Although there are plenty of resources to carry out the assesments, the undertsanding of the principles were beneficial. Jarek carried out the course at a good pace, extremely helpful. Some of the pictures/ diagrams in course notes are hard to see. Overall very good course."
Mick Lewis, North Lincolshire Coucil - 25th Feb 2016

"Good Course."
Mark Feather, Monmouthshire Council - 2nd Dec 2014

"Chris is a good tutor with an edgy style of imparting information"
Simon Waye, ATS Euromasters Ltd - 27th Jun 2017

"Spot on, enough details, knowledgeable, approachable tutor, good handouts, venue etc"
Paul Riordan, Venutor Corp - 27th Jun 2017

"This was a very well organized course, which I enjoyed and would thoroughly recommend it."
Edward Worsley, Staffordshire Fire & RescueService - 25th Sep 2012

"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

"The Course Venue, trainer, material were all excellent. I fell as though I have gained a lot of new knowledge on the subject"
John hopkinson, Derbyshire County Council - 4th Feb 2016

"This was a brilliant course, well paced and thought provoking the information gained was excellent and will be used within our company."
A Bowdidge, Spectrum Property Care Ltd - 23rd Mar 2013

"Chris from Acoustic Associates delivered a very informative and enjoyable course."
John Virgo, Telford & Wrekin Services Limited - 3rd Feb 2015

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

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"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

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

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

"Really good training course. Chris made the course easy to understand."
Paul Durham, Nth Lanarkshire Council - 23rd Nov 2017

"A worthwhile course with interesting presentation and practical side for taking readings."
S Routledge, Jag Land Rover - 19th Jan 2017

"Excellent course. Training department Dianne Hamblin was more than helpful on several occasions to the point of emailing me te joining instrumctions the day prior to the event as I have been away from work."
Neil Hallam, Pullman Fleet services - 12th May 2015

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

"Informative course would recommend to others. Simon delivered the course so easy to understand and enjoyable. Free gift was nice. Good interaction throughout the session."
Claire Gibson, British Gypsum - 20th May 2014

"Informative course and enjoyable. Great introduction to the world of HAVS and the requirements of an employer."
Neil Timpany, Heil Farid European Company Ltd. - 3rd Nov 2015

"Really good course, very informative and interesting, will be usefull for me in future when companies are requesting HAV assessment. Good practical use of vibration assessment equipment and its relevance to industrial and commercial applications."
Andrew Beevers, HS Direct - 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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"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

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

"Very iformative seminar."
John Grech, - 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

"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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"Very knowledgeable presenters, clarified a lot of dark areas."
Ann Merriman, Bernard Mathews Foods - 13th Nov 2012

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

"Excellent course - well delivered."
Robert Thomson, JTC Furniture Group - 13th Nov 2012

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

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

"I recently attended my second 'Castle' training course and was not surprised at the professionalism at which this course was delivered- as usual first class."
Gary crane, P & B Metal Components - 8th Jul 2015

"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

"Great course. Mac is a very good coach, money well spent. Came to the course a novice and left competent!!"
Simon Tuffey, P & B Metal Components Ltd. - 21st Feb 2012

"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

"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

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

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"Stephen was a brilliant course leader, very good pace, easy to approach and explained everything well. Course very useful would recommend."
Lucy Gordon, Romec - 22nd Mar 2011

"I came on this course having basic knowledge of noise maintenance. The course gave me knowledge in all areas of the subject That I can use for producing risk assessments and to educating staff within my organisation."
Craig Edge, PAL Group Ltd - 28th Mar 2017

"Stephen did a really good job of simplifying the calculations. Good relaxed learning environment examples were really helpful and practical should help in the future. Very helpful and useful course."
Jonathan Crabb, university of Reading - 29th Nov 2011

"Came on to this course with no prior knowledge. It did seem confusing just looking at the formulas, but Steve explained these simply and easy to understand giving me the confidence in completing myself."
Nicola Bell, ABP Immingham - 1st Feb 2017

"I completed this course around 10-12 years ago. Pleased I attended the noise again, very informative. Presented very well and throughly enjoyed the 3 days. I was not aware that castle does a refresher course."
Stuart Ross, ED&F Man - 20th Sep 2016

"Quality course, content, delivery, pace and location all very good."
Nick Wilkinson, Babcock Rail - 22nd May 2018

"Excellent course pitched at the correct level. Good mix of theory + practical. Good location, Excellent hotel venue."
Chris Clegg, NXP Semi Conductors - 12th Jul 2011

"Good course, good information package, good pace, good accommodation. Maybe the course can be held within two days ( but that will probably depend on the size of group). Good trainer."
Klaas Verbugt, Westway Terminals UK Ltd - 24th May 2011

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

"Excellent, informative and enjoyable course. Sensible side of 'geeky' whilst still satisfying all pre requisites. Hospitality excellent."
John Bankhead, SSE - 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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"Very helpful at explaining the basics and the necessary action."
Jill Yeates, Lewes - 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

"Concise and clear content and guidance"
Mark Robinson, Thermacore - 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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"Very good and informative . Thank You "
Paul Davison, Dane Architectural Systems Ltd. - 4th Nov 2015

"As per yesterday. I would not hesitate to recommend you without reservation."
Peter Cresswell Sodexo, - 13th May 2015

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

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

"Very enjoyable course, well presented and very informative."
John Brady, Timken UK Limited - 21st May 2014

"Again, informative well structured course. Day 2 of 3 good standard of delivery."
Corrie Nicholson, Hull College - 21st May 2014

"Great course, pointed out issues we were having with current noise controls, and how to tacle them in a very simple and infirmative manner."
Aidan Twycross, Dane Architectural Systems Ltd. - 4th Nov 2015

"A very interesting course filled with plenty of information."
M Lockland, Timken Rail Services - 21st May 2014

"Another first class course, lots of good information and easy friendly learning environment."
Rob Clarke, Broads Authority - 4th Nov 2015

"Good refresher course, liked your demonstrations."
Jacki Rhodes, Babcock - 19th Nov 2014

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