Sharon Druce

Safety First training was a Boston based training company which provided first aid at work training for industry, schools and private companies across Boston and the surrounding areas.

I was a sole trader so had ultimate responsibility for all aspects of running the company. Including the finances, bookings, issuing of certificates, maintaining of all governing body regulations and all other day to day office and staff related administration. I also was the lead trainer on all courses. These courses included FAW, EFAW, Paediatric first aid, annual updates and defibrillator training. The company was very successful, however after the pandemic I decided I needed to take a step back and was fortunate enough to be able to take early retirement.

I held a part time position as receptionist with responsibility for the following.

Front desk greeting customers and answering telephone enquiries.

Booking in appointments on the computerised system.

Maintaining pet health records and sending out reminders for boosters etc.

Cash and credit card payments and end of day cashing up procedures.

Dispensing of prescription medication.

Merchandising of vet related sales stocks.

Providing insurance quotes and information and selling pre payment plans.

Whilst at Marshlands I gained a grade 2 NVQ in customer service.

Worked as a self employed first aid trainer and assessor.

Delivered training to students in FAW, EFAW, Paediatric first aid and defibrillator training.

I was responsible for the running of the soil laboratory where we processed and tested soil samples for Potato cyst nematode presence and also the chemical composition of the soil.

This involved the preparation of the samples to the correct dryness and consistency. Then samples were studied under magnification are results recorded. Also a flame analyser was used for the determination of the chemical content of the soils.

I was responsible for the production of the chemicals used in sampling and their safe storage and handling.

I was responsible for staff training and for the allocation of work rotas and wage calculations.

I provided a link between the farmers and the laboratory and delivered their results via the office team.

I also acted as first aider for the department.

I was responsible for providing technical support to the teaching staff of the science department. The role included the following.

Preparation, storage, ordering and handling of chemicals and biological materials.

Record keeping and stock taking of all equipment and chemicals etc.

Maintaining and repairing laboratory equipment.

Providing demonstrations for student observation.

Accompanying students on field study excursions.

Caring for school animals.

During this time I was also a school governor.

Acting as first aider for the staff and pupils.