Testimonials

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"By the end of the course I feel equipped to carry out dust monitoring"
Gary Millward, Middlesborough college - 18th Oct 2016

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

"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 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

"Extremely well delivered course which I found to be informative. Delivery of the course was released and all questions were encouraged."
Jason Weightman, MCL Medics - 18th Oct 2016

"Again a very good course , very interesting pitched at the right level. Thank You."
Shane Berry, HMP Wakefield - 29th Oct 2013

"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 delivered by a very good instructor."
Howard Carr, Cleveland Potash 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

"Good Course."
Derek Cliffe, Cliffe Consulting Services - 21st Oct 2015

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

"Good information given over the day about the content"
Nick Buckley, High Peaks Scaffolding - 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. I would like to do three day course."
Dave Lovatt, BASF PLC - 3rd Jun 2014

"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

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

"Excellent course content, delivered to give full understanding of the subject."
Jon Hazelgrove, BASF PLC - 3rd Jun 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

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

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

"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

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

"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

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

"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

"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

"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

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

"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

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

"Course was kept very clear and concise, information broken down, very well presented handouts."
Aaron Priestly, Svantek - 11th Dec 2019

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

"The course providers were excellent, friendly, helpful with a mix of theory and practical to make the material easier to understand."
Timoteus Du Plooy, Safety Genius - 23rd Jan 2020

"I though the course was excellent, albeit for me very challenging. It was conducted in a positive supportive atmosphere and with a sense of fun so often lacking, in my experience on this kind of course. To be taken out, wined, dines and so generously entertained in such a way out of hours was truly unique and something I will not forget. Genuinely I found it rewarding and left wanting more, thanks again to you all."
Philip Johnson, Sanctuary Housing - 3rd Mar 2020

"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

"Well organised, well run course a very effective learning course."
Bill Sweenie, Exxon Mobile - 2nd Aug 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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"Good instructor, kept well engaged."
Mark Balmer, Balmers Garden Machinery Ltd - 2nd Dec 2014

"An excellent course, delivered by a professional and highly knowledgeable trainer in a readily understandable format. Friendly people in a great location and fab hotel. I would recommend this course to anyone who needs to manage hand arm vibration & whole body vibration at work."
Robert Taylor, Plymouth Community Homes - 7th Feb 2017

"Good Informative and in depth course. Good quality hand outs. Some text colours on slides are hard to read at a distance, great trainer."
John Kerr, Natural England - 23rd May 2016

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

"The course was very informative. Wouldrecommend the training course to anyone who has dealings with HAVS."
Anil Chauhan, Jaguar Land Rover - 13th Mar 2012

"Great course , great people."
Claire Doolan, Cummins Turbo Technology - 17th Jun 2014

"The course was very informative and included all the information I require to go back to my company and deal with the Hand Arm Vibration issue and consider the whole Body Vibration."
Rodney Wetton, Jeld-Wen UK - 13th Mar 2012

"Castle are one of only a few companies that provide the expertise required to both train to a competent level whilst providing a wide range of test equipment at the same time."
Des Mifflin, Stadco UK Limted - 24th Sep 2013

"Course was informative and useful. Hands on time was extremely helpful"
Martin Nelson, Health Screen - 27th Jun 2017

"Vibration course – very informative and all dealings/contacts with Castle to arrange were excellent."
Peter Little, Pirelli - 3rd Dec 2013

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

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"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

"Very good presentation, put across in an excellent manner, would recommend this course to anyone."
M Lockland, Timken Rail Services - 20th May 2014

"Interesting Course Material well presented. All questions answered, overall very good course."
Craig Weir, Nth Lanarkshire Council - 23rd Nov 2017

"Thought provoking and practical, good to see new products. Brought my knowledge and skills up to date."
Karl Mills, Walsall Council - 18th Nov 2014

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

"Course was long enough and instructor kept us involved."
Michael Condron, Jag Land Rover - 19th Jan 2017

"The course has been useful on understanding, managed HAV in the work place. "
Michelle Tinsley, Stoke on Trent Council - 18th Nov 2014

"The course was very well structured and was delivered in a manner that engaged attendees. Simon knows a lot about the subject matter and the atmosphere was relaxed. Very good course."
Gerard McLaughlan, Balfour Beatty Rail - 20th May 2014

"Very Informative"
Mike Gittens, Jag Land Rover - 19th Jan 2017

"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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"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

"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

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

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"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

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

"Presentation flowed out of Mac's experience which was enjoyable and helpful."
Malcolm Honeysett, Middlesborough College - 13th Nov 2012

"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

"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

"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

"Would like the course to be held in London."
Ahmed SaldAlhafsi, Oman Lng - 13th Nov 2012

"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

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

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"The course was excellent. The time spent with course work and practical was about right. The tutor was very knowledgeable and was open to questions throughout. Really enjoyable. Nothing to change."
Dave Irwin, GCHQ - 20th Mar 2018

"Very interesting course, greatly improved my knowledge and understanding of noise measurements and legislation. Very well delivered."
James Henderson, Cummins on site course - 11th Jul 2017

"Fantastic course! Really enjoyed it, looking forward to attending further courses with the Castle Group. Thank you all."
Amylee Davies, BPI Recycled Products - 16th Sep 2014

"I would just like to thank you for a very enjoyable and informative course. I'm new to this topic and feel that I have learnt enough from this course to confidently complete a noise at work assessment. Stephen's delivery of the course content was excellent and kept it interesting throughout. I would recommend this course to anyone who has the responsibility for noise at work."
Helen Rees-Byrne, Mid & West Wales Fire Service - 22nd Mar 2011

"The Noise at work course was very informative and very relevant to my occupation in the Chemical Industry. It covered everything I needed to aid compliance with the regs and allow me to produce a report that would be acceptable to the regulators. The course leader was professional and very knowledgeable. I would recommend this course."
Michelle Bell, Dow Haltermann - 24th May 2011

"All in all the course was very good. The training location was faultless and the lecturer was very knowledgeable and easy to follow. Stephen answered all questions and queries posed to him which helped in gaining an understanding of NAW. I feel I have gained a lot from this course, hopefully the project will show this."
Phil Smith, Humber Fire & Rescue Service - 22nd May 2012

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

"I attended the Noise at Work Competent Person Course it was thoroughly enjoyable, very informative and well organized I particularly enjoyed working through and practicing the provided example."
Martin Atkins, Altro Limited - 27th Nov 2012

"An excellent course, covered everything I needed to know with real life examples. A great venue and excellent hospitality."
Paul Willerton, QA - 17th Sep 2015

"I really enjoyed the course. It was well delivered at a good pace. The more complex ideas were explained in simple terms."
Patrick Day, Dolphin Drilling Limited - 29th Nov 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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"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

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

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

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"Simon presented a well balance coursefull of relevent legislation, testing techniques and presentations, in a clear and precise manner, providing all required information to assist in learning and understanding the course."
David Greig, Forbo Flooring UK Limited - 4th Nov 2015

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

"Great course, very educational."
Ashley Grainger, SSE at Keadby - 8th Jun 2017

"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

"Very good, well presented and kept it interesting."
Michael Witton, SSE at Keadby - 20th Apr 2017

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

"Brilliantly informative day, light easy and fun. Thanks "
Adam Leeman, Building Products Design Ltd - 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

"Well presented course delivered very well by Stephen."
Richard Dobson, SSE at Keadby - 20th Apr 2017

"I thought the course was helpful and educational, learnt how to use the equipment."
Darrell Wood, Traceman Limited - 21st May 2014

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