Arco scaling new heights in Hull
Dramatic working-at-height display marks start of Arco’s new Hull-based safety training courses
ARCO, the UK and Ireland’s leading safety products and services company, have marked the start of their Hull-based safety training courses with a dramatic working-at-height display.
The company’s Professional Safety Services team showcased their expertise with a dramatic working at height demonstration at the Hull Training Centre in June, rigging ropes between the Customer Discovery Centre and new working-at-height structure adjacent to the A63, before traversing the ropes to deliver a striking visual display.
This state-of-the-art facility is the latest investment in Arco’s Professional Safety Services, designed to provide critical, hands-on training for workers in high-risk environments across Yorkshire and beyond.
The Hull centre is an expansion of Arco’s National Distribution Centre (NDC) site, integrating a dedicated learning academy and a new Customer Discovery Centre. This comprehensive hub combines product expertise, practical training, and industry collaboration.
Specializing in confined space and working at height, the facility features a confined space labyrinth and safe rooftop access for practical exercises. It also includes two modern classrooms, shower facilities, and onsite parking.
Key training courses available in Hull include:
Confined Space: Working in low risk, entrant and entry controller for medium risk
Working at Height: Courses ranging from rooftop safety to ladder safety
First Aid: Emergency First Aid at Work, First Aider at Work, First Aid at Height
General Health and Safety: Including respiratory and rooftop safety.
All confined space and working at height courses are MATS accredited.
Arco also offer a blended learning approach, incorporating e-learning, video conferencing, and virtual-reality modules. Additionally, Arco Professional Safety Services provide mobile confined space units, a result of a £200,000 investment in 2023, capable of simulating diverse risks for on-site bespoke training.
Jamie Sadler, commercial director at Arco Professional Safety Services, commented: ‘We have invested significantly in our NDC site this year to make safety more accessible for our customers. This new centre of excellence demonstrates Arco’s approach to the future of health and safety – putting innovation, convenience, and high standards at the forefront.
‘Working at height and in confined spaces remain the most dangerous environments and, therefore, require expert training and support. Access to bespoke training that provides people with the correct skills and capabilities to carry out their work safely is essential. Whether it is equipment, training, or support, our experienced teams offer a complete solution.’
Steve Dawson, training manager from Arco, added: ‘We are delighted to deliver training that builds valuable skills for local people, supporting both their personal development and the needs of businesses in the community.’
