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Legal Metrology and Product Safety Training Programme
CTSI and FAAB Training are working in partnership with the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) to deliver a funded programme for building LA capability, with Product Safety and Legal Metrology training to all local authority practitioners throughout the UK. It is offered free-of-charge to local authority practitioners.
Future training courses
If you have any suggestions for training that you would like us to organise, face-to-face training, webinar or bitesize, or you would like to request a training course to be repeated please do so via this form.
Further information/notification of training
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General Enquiries
If you have any other enquiries please email [email protected] with details including your name, contact telephone number and which course(s) you are interested in.
Thank you for visiting this page. The 2026 programme is in development. More trainings will be posted here as soon as they are finalised, so please do check back periodically.
Thank you.
eLearning Modules
Building your knowledge and growing your expertise
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Navigating Product Safety Laws for Second-Hand Goods Who is the training aimed at: This course is designed for Trading Standards professionals and regulatory enforcement officers who need an understanding of product safety requirements for second-hand goods. It is also suitable as a refresher for officers involved in business advice, inspections and enforcement. Learning outcomes: By the end of this course, participants will:
Course overview The second-hand goods market continues to grow, driven by sustainability, the circular economy and online marketplaces. This practical course examines the product safety requirements that apply to second-hand goods, including the General Product Safety Regulations 2005, sector-specific legislation, business responsibilities and enforcement considerations. Delegates will explore common risk areas and consider emerging developments in the product safety landscape. CPPD Hours: 2 hours Trainer: Clare Forbes |
Webinar 4 November 2026 10.00-12.00 This training is now fully booked. Please email [email protected] to join the waiting list.
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Ask the Expert with Ian Turner - Intermediate Metrology (for experienced Trading Standards Officers only) Who is the training aimed at: Experienced Trading Standards Officers only Overview: Delegates are invited to attend this session and are required to come prepared with up to two questions each for Ian. Questions can cover any aspect of metrology that you are currently working on, unsure about, or would like further clarification on. This session may be particularly beneficial for those with upcoming exams in this subject area. Note: Please be aware that other delegates will be dialling in and dropping out during this 1-hour session or may choose to stay on the call for the full hour. Please do join the call and Ian will answer your question as soon as possible. Maximum 2 questions per person. Thank you. CPPD Hours: 3 hours Trainer: Ian Turner |
Webinar 10 November 2026 13.30 - 14.30 This training is now fully booked. Please email [email protected] to join the waiting list.
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Identifying Non-Compliant Aesthetic Products and Treatments Who is the training aimed at: This training is designed for Trading Standards professionals and regulatory enforcement officers who are involved in the inspection, investigation, or regulation of aesthetic products. It is also suitable for officers seeking to build confidence in identifying non-compliant or potentially unsafe products within the rapidly expanding aesthetics sector. Learning outcomes: By the end of this course, participants will:
CPPD Hours: 2 hours Trainer: Nousha Meek |
Webinar 12 November 2026 10.00 - 12.00 This training is now fully booked. Please email [email protected] to join the waiting list. |
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Product Safety Database: Notifications, Reporting and Data Quality (GB ONLY) Who is the training aimed at: The training is intended for newly appointed TSOs, as well as for experienced officers who may require a refresher and any TSOs utilising the OPSS Sampling Protocol. Learning outcomes: By the end of this course, participants will:
CPPD Hours: 2 hours Trainers: Clara Whalley, Alec Johns, Stu Key, Ellie Ogilvie (OPSS) |
Webinar 16 November 2026 10.00 - 12.00
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Consumer Machinery Who is the training aimed at: This training is designed for Trading Standards professionals with existing product safety knowledge to enable them to learn more about the key compliance requirements for consumer machinery. Learning outcomes: By the end of this course, participants will:
CPPD Hours: 2 hours Trainer: Mark Gardiner |
Webinar 17 November 2026 10.00 - 12.00 This training is now fully booked. Please email [email protected] to join the waiting list. |
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Capacity Serving Measures Who is the training aimed at: The course is aimed at recently qualified inspectors and other inspectors who may need a refresher. It will look at all of the weights and measures legislation that applies to bar environments including spirit measuring instruments, as well as capacity serving measures and also consider the Intoxicating Liquor Order 1988 relating to the requirements of how you sell spirits, beer and wine. NOTE: This course is not suitable for apprentices or trainees who have not completed their training for their weights and measures module. Learning outcomes: A full understanding of the legislation that governs the control of equipment and intoxicating liquor supplied in bars and public houses. CPPD Hours: 2 hours Trainer: Ian Turner
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Webinar 20 November 2026 09.30 - 11.30
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Product Safety Database: Notifications, Reporting and Data Quality (GB ONLY) Who is the training aimed at: The training is intended for newly appointed TSOs, as well as for experienced officers who may require a refresher and any TSOs utilising the OPSS Sampling Protocol. Learning outcomes: By the end of this course, participants will:
CPPD Hours: 2 hours Trainers: Clara Whalley, Alec Johns, Stu Key, Ellie Ogilvie (OPSS) |
Webinar 24 November 2026 10.00 - 12.00 |
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)Who is the training aimed at: This webinar is designed for new trainees to PPE, or as a refresher for qualified officers. Learning outcomes: By the end of this course, participants will be able to provide an overview of the PPE Regulations, including a review of the economic operator obligations, required technical documentation and enforcement powers. The session aims to build upon knowledge and confidence in carrying out market surveillance, and enforcement activities within the sector of PPE, finishing with some practical hints and tips on product and documentation checks. CPPD Hours: 2 hours Trainer: Vicki Burch |
Webinar 26 November 2026 14.00 - 16.00 |
Introduction to StandardsWho is the training aimed at: This training is designed for Trading Standards professionals and regulatory enforcement officers who need an introductory understanding of standards, their role in supporting regulatory compliance and how they can be used in product safety and enforcement work. Learning outcomes: By the end of this course, participants will:
CPPD Hours: 2 hours Trainer: David Lovell |
Webinar 1 December 2026 10.00 - 12.00 |
Northern Ireland specific training |
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Product Safety Database: Notifications, Reporting and Data Quality (NI ONLY) Who is the training aimed at: The training is intended for newly appointed TSOs, as well as for experienced officers who may require a refresher and any TSOs utilising the OPSS Sampling Protocol. Learning outcomes:
CPPD Hours: 1.5 hours Trainers: OPSS Colleagues |
Webinar 9 November 2026 10.00 - 11.30
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Review of technical documentation and decision making under the New Legislative Framework and General Product Safety Regulations (NI ONLY)Who is the training aimed at: Officers conducting market surveillance activities in Northern Ireland who are required to request technical documentation to make decisions about the risk and compliance status of products. Learning outcomes:
CPPD Hours: 3 hours Trainer: Mark Gardiner |
Webinar 11 November 2026 09.30 - 12.30 |
