Testimonials

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"Considerable knowledge acquired during course. Tutors delivered the course very effectively."
Marfred Bugeja, Ministry for Transport & Infrastructure Malta - 21st Apr 2015

"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

"Very good course well presented."
Michael Jordan, HMP Whitemoor - 29th Oct 2013

"Really enjoyed the cours4e, tutor was very knowledgeable and able to answer all question, also course ran at just about the right pace."
Paul Millward, ATS Euromaster - 29th Oct 2013

"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

"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

"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, 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

"Good course content, well presented."
Richard Powell, RWE Npower - 8th Apr 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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"As with yesterdays noise course very helpful and has given clarity to some of the points and terms used by our external assessor."
Matthew Evison, PHS Group - 20th Nov 2014

"Very informative, great starter level course."
Colin Robinson, ELAS UK - 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

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

"Interesting well delivered course."
Ivan Tibble, Qualter Hall & Company Limited - 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

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

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

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

"Very good introduction to air-sampling."
Jim Moss, Eldridge-Moss Limited - 20th Nov 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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"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 interesting webinar"
Pedro Garces, Global Control - 29th Apr 2015

"very informative and a great taster to the subject "
Derek Robson, Chep - 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

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

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"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

"I found the course very informative and helpful having no prior knowledge on the subject."
Craig Noble, 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

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

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

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

"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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"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

"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

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

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

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

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

"The training was absolutely brilliant, Stephen and Chris have a lot if depth and experience and managed to clearly communicate the complexity so I could understand. The training material was very good and as a result I now have a better understanding of the subject matter. Thank you very much."
Cornelius Du Plooy, Safety Genius - 23rd Jan 2020

"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

"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

"I found te course really informative and interesting in a relaxed environment. Jarek was an excellent tutor and is a credit to Castle. I will recommend the course to other work colleagues."
Richard Leggett, Centrica Energy - 27th Oct 2015

"Very well delivered course by Chris would recommend to others."
Nigel Denning, GKN Autostructures - 4th Feb 2014

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

"Course was really good, content was relevant and well delivered."
Andy Parks, ECL - 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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"Very good course, to embed what you should know before embarking on undertaking HAVS and WBV assessments."
Andy Sanderson, Weetabix - 2nd Dec 2014

"An interesting, informative and well put together course that I enjoyed from start to finish."
Steve Jebb, Powys County Council - 27th Sep 2011

"Course covered what I needed."
Graham Booker, Magnox South Limited - 25th Sep 2012

"Good instructor, kept well engaged."
Mark Balmer, Balmers Garden Machinery Ltd - 2nd Dec 2014

"I enjoyed the course and found it very relevant to my requirements. Chris did a splendid job very easy to understand spending time with individual requirements well done."
Bernard Ormrod, Eggborough Power Limited - 2nd Dec 2014

"An excellent , well paced course. The depth of understanding is so importantto develop our credibility with those we now have to work with. Thank you Castle and Acioustic Assiociates."
Brian Porteous, Michelin Tyre PLC - 23rd Jun 2015

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

"I have really enjoyed the course from start to finish, The course provider is really welcoming, the instructor answered anything I asked and he has been really enjoyable."
Charlie Laycock, Sheffield Forge Masters - 25th Apr 2017

"By attending this course it showed how much I did not knowabout the subject of HAV and WBV. After completing the course it has given me confidence to go forward and ensure I correctly record and measure HAV and WBV."
Geoff Hunt, Babcock - 14th Jun 2011

"Very good informative training, delivered at n excellent pace in very good suroundings. The trainier (chris) was very knowledgeable about the subject and answered any questions in a professional manner. The training was delivered in a relaxed yet engaging manner. I achieved a very good understanding of the subject delivered."
Brian Brunt, Alstom - 21st Apr 2015

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 session, excellent break down of complicated parts of the syllabus. Enjoyable."
Corrie Nicholson, Hull College - 20th May 2014

"Today's presentation has been very informative. Simon has been very helpful, knowledgeable and entertaining. I would recommend this course to anyone wanting to learn more in a friendly environment."
Rich Growcott, Halcyon Environmental - 18th Nov 2014

"Informative and enjoyable course."
David Fleming, Permoid Industries Limited - 3rd Nov 2015

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

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

"Excellent Course, tutor explained everything well at a good pace>"
J Colman, Jag Land Rover - 19th Jan 2017

"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

"I have been dealing with Castle for 18 years and have been very pleased with the products and services I have used on every occasion. I have always received help with problems and queries and recentlry have been imprewssed with the outstanding quality of service from Michael Mann when he assisted me in understanding my vibration meter."
Peter Cresswell Sodexo, - 12th May 2015

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

"Siuperb, well presented and very practical. Really opened our eyes.!!"
Barry Bourne, Thorlux Lighting - 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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"Excellent presentation, well delivered. Thank you."
Lee King, Acco - 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

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

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

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"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

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

"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

"Fantastic training days, really enjoyed Leo's teaching style. Real experts in this field which is really benifical."
Jason King, Safestyle UK - 12th Nov 2015

"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

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

"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

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

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

"Well organized, great hospitality. Good in-depth knowledge on the subject."
Andrea Weatherly, Bernard Mathews Foods - 13th Nov 2012

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

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"I thoroughly enjoyed the course and the relaxed manner it was delivered in. Steve worked well with the dynamics of the group and adapted the course to suit."
Emma Hopes, Serco - 13th Sep 2011

"Very useful and interesting course, delivered extremely professionally."
Paul Bell, Centrica Energy - 27th Nov 2012

"A well run course that balanced practical working with theoretical input in a manner that facilitated learning."
Mark Wilson, Staffordshire Fire & Rescue Service - 15th Jan 2013

"The training course was extremely helpful and fulfilled everything I expected from it. Castle give brilliant customer care and solve any issues or problems with any product on the phone or in person which is extremely useful."
Tom Rich, Dragonfly Acoustics - 10th Jan 2012

"Good course very well presented with good information, would recommend to other interested parties."
Mick Bromley, Payne Trading division - 22nd Mar 2011

"To be honest I was not looking forward to the course as I am not practically confident with number. However the course that was delivered by Jarek was at a comfortable level that makes it easier to understand. The test will be for me to regularly use this material in my role and keep practising the materials I have learnt."
Prity Lad Patel, Cummins on site course - 11th Jul 2017

"The Noise at work course has been very informative, interesting and provides me with essential skills and knowledge so that I can deliver a noise R A service competently. It has been very enjoyable. The course lecturer has been very knowledgeable and open to the training needs of the delegates. Training aids and supporting materials excellent. Thank You.!"
Emma Coots, HMP Full Sutton - 27th Nov 2012

"Great course, Stephen and Simon were great. Couldn’t recommend this course enough!"
Jonathan Crozier, Bioenergy Infrastructure Group (BIG) - 13th Jul 2021

"Nice to be able to ask questions and talk through real life work issues."
Neil Bushell, Bernard Mathews Foods Limited - 30th Apr 2013

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

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 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

"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

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

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"Focused, well delivered course that covers all the important arreas of the control of noise at work regulations, including excellent practical advice on workplace measurement and assessment. I would recommend this to anyone who haS TO MANAGE THE ISSUE OF nOISE AT WORK."
Nile Lewis, Ineos Chlorvinyls - 13th May 2015

"Very enjoyable course made easy to understand."
Diane McCarthy, - 21st May 2014

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

"Good course, well presented."
Darren Parker, SSE at Keadby - 8th Jun 2017

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

"Good refresher course, liked your demonstrations."
Jacki Rhodes, Babcock - 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 was an excellent course."
Tony Adams, SSE at Keadby - 8th Jun 2017

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

"Stephens approach to the delivery of the training was refreshing, informative & enjoyable. He is very knowledgable about the subject matter & took our questions inhis stride. Well Done & Thankyou"
John Fender, Chivas Brothers - 16th Mar 2016

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