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Who are we?Groundwork supports communities by working with partners to help improve the quality of people’s lives, their prospects and potential and the places where they live, work and play.

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...is of a society of sustainable communities whichare vibrant, healthy and safe, which respect the local and global environment and where individuals and enterprise prosper.

We work alongside communities, public bodies, private companiesand voluntary sector organisations to deliver projects and programmes that benefit:

People - creating opportunities for people to learn new skills and become more active citizens

Places - delivering environmental improvements that create cleaner, safer, greener neighbourhoods

Prosperity - helping businesses and individuals fulfil their potential

Each of the three Greater Manchester Groundwork Trusts is a not-for-r-profit organisation consisting of a partnership of the public, private and voluntary sectors with its own board of trustees.

Environmental Business Services is part of the work of each trustand concentrates on improving the business environment, thus reducing its effect on climate change and improving the local economy by making companies safer for employees, less intrusive to the surroundingpopulation and more efficient - leading to increased wealth andjob opportunities.As part of Groundwork’s commitment to regenerating communities and delivering sustainable development, we encourage companies and their employees to be more aware of their environmental impact - bothglobally and locally. And, as a non-profit organisation, profits fromthe business services are reinvested in community projects,some of which are detailed throughout the calendar.

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casestudyManchester Rusk Company

The ChallengeGroundwork EBS has been working with Manchester Rusk Co. Ltd since

2002 and has previously helped the company achieve improvements in waste management. Following this work, further potential was identified

for reducing lost energy consumption from their power packaging equipment, IT system, lighting, air and production equipment.

The ProcessThe company employed process engineers to carry out feasibility studies

of the factory and measure the amount of waste heat produced.They then investigated a heat exchange system whereby waste heat

could be collected and converted into energy, which is then utilised to reheat water to be used back in the process.

The ResultThe company has reduced energy bills by 63% through improved energy

efficiency. This has reduced the amount of energy used and, in turn, reduced carbon emissions by at least 40 tonnes per annum.

This is set to further increase by approx. 6.8 tonnes with the introduction of renewable technologies.

SummaryEnergy costs have been reduced by more than 63% through a combined programme of improvement. This has safeguarded 19 jobs and increased process efficiency at the plant. It has also helped Manchester Rusk take a

further step towards their goal of becoming carbon neutral.

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I’d recommend otherbusinesses to speak to Groundwork and have a closer look at their energyconsumption and see how muchthey can save

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Successful Transitions

The ChallengeThe target groups for Successful Transitions are individuals who are lone

parents or have physical or mental health issues. People who may struggle to find work, or progress with education, such as learners with criminal records, outdated skills or those who don’t speak English as a

first language.

The ProcessThe Successful Transitions course has been delivered in community

venues across Salford - targeted in areas of deprivation. The course is delivered for 6 hours a week and results in OCN Certificates in

Developing Personal Development Skills and Preparing for Work.

The Result32 workless residents completed the 72 hours of learning and have gone on to a wide range of professions. 7 attendees found employment during

or after the course, 10 became actively involved in learning during or after the course and 5 progressed directly to other courses.

SummarySuccessful Transitions is a confidence-building and personal

development training course for lone parents or people prevented from working by age or disability. It has been proven to get workless people

back into employment or positive activities such as educationor volunteering.

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The course gave me the confidence andmotivation to realise my dream was achievable and that only I could make it happen

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Course participant and founder of Born to Perform

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Environmental Business Services provides thefollowing support to businesses within the Greater

Manchester Area.

1 A free review of your company’s performance in respect of resource efficiency including electricity, gas, water, raw materials and waste

management, with a prioritised action plan

2 Further in depth and highly subsidised support to selectedcompanies using specialist equipment such as thermal imaging,

compressed air leak detection equipment, utility datalogging, and subsidised consultancy *

3 A free review to assist companies identify and improve theirCorporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

4 Review of Workplace and Environmental Noise caused by businesses *5 Arranging and Organising CSR events, staff training days and team

building activities *6 A review of your company’s Health and Safety regime *

7 Provision of a Nominated Health and Safety Competent Person *8 Consultancy Services to implement a broad range of

Environmental Activities including accreditation to EMAS, ISO 14001and BS 8555 standards *

9 Provision of Display Energy Certificates (DEC) forPublic Buildings *

10 Broad range of training events including providing in-housesupport to selected clients *

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casestudyConcept Chemicals

SummaryConcept Chemicals took advantage of Groundwork’s assistance - taking advice on minimising waste, diverting recyclable waste from landfill and improving energy efficiency. By reducing waste by 60%, they have been able to save £13,000 per annum on an initial investment of just £4000. They have also saved 30% on energy consumption.

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First Aid Appointed Person1 day Oldham £50 GBA I £100 non GBA

Will provide a basic knowledge and understanding of first aid within the workplace. It is relevant to all business and will help ensure minimum

health and safety legislative compliance.The course covers several areas including resuscitation, handling an

unconscious casualty and controlling bleeding.

25 NOVEMBERCIEH Level 2 Award in Health & Safety in the Workplace

1 day Groundwork Manchester £100 GBA I £150 non GBAEmployers are responsible for providing safe and healthy workplace

conditions and the right systems and methods for safe activities.But employees have a vital role and need the right knowledge and

attitude. This demands proper training in the basics of health and safety. This foundation level training covers legislation, health, safety and welfare. The course also covers areas such as risk assessments, manual handling,

workstation design, noise and transport.

All the above courses are available as in-house courses. Prices availableon request. Bespoke training can be provided. Please contact us for details.

Practical Environmental Management CoursesThe Practical Environmental Management/Practical Environmental

Management Plus courses (PEM/PEM +) are designed to help organisations develop and implement an environmental management system (EMS). On

successful completion of the course a business can achieve Phase 3 of the BS8555 standard. The coursework is based on practical examples from

the delegates own business. The PEM+ course is certified by the CIWEM (Chartered Institute of Water and Environmental Management).

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2009 Free Resource EfficiencySeminar ProgrammeEvents will include:

Reduce Business Costs through betterTransport PlanningSPRING 09 1 day tbc Free of ChargeWill help you to identify ways of reducing your transport and energy costs. Advice will be given on appropriate actions to be taken to reduce fuel consumption, vehicle running costs as well as how to create and financially benefit from a travel plan for your staff.

Resource Efficiency Event - Golf & Leisure IndustriesSUMMER 09 1 day tbc Free of ChargeThis one-day session will help companies in the leisure industries to identify ways of reducing operating costs.

Resource Efficiency Event - Hotels & TourismAUTUMN 09 1 day tbc Free of ChargeThis one-day session will help companies in the tourism industries to identify ways of reducing operating costs. The event will also cover undertaking an energy audit within your business premises.

Resource Efficiency Event - Construction & RegenerationWINTER 09 1 day tbc Free of ChargeDesigned for companies operating in the construction and regeneration sector. At the end of the programme attendees will have a clearunderstanding of the requirements of site waste management plans,how to implement these and to use them as a means ofachieving greater profits.

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Rainbow Park

The ChallengeAfter the demolition of a block of flats, the land that was left was simply grassed over - leaving the local community to challenge Groundwork to

make better use of the space.

The ProcessResidents helped design play facilities for the space, after local children

and parents were taken on a tour of other play areas. They helped create the rainbow and sun entrance, planned the celebrations and named the

space ‘Rainbow Park’.

The ResultThe playground has provided a focal point for the local community

- giving them a place to meet. There is also an accessible swing for disabled children and a range of unique artwork to enjoy.

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community together. Residentsplanned the park, Action Factoryhelped create artwork designed

by the people who live in the areaand the local children named thepark and designed the entrance.

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Rainbow Parkis great. I play thereevery day “”Younglocal resident

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By working with Groundwork’s experts in theenvironmental management of your business, you will also be directly benefiting your local community…

Groundwork works with its partners to improve the quality of the local environment, the lives of local people and the success of localeconomies in areas in need of investment and support. Our work embraces urban and rural regeneration, land reclamation, youth work, education, employment programmes, business support andcommunity development work.

CaseStudy Heartshead Alternative Curriculum

The first pioneering Groundwork Trust was established on Merseyside in 1981 as an experiment in urban fringe regeneration. There are now over fifty trusts in the UK - seven in the north west, developing and delivering regeneration programmes in the region’s most deprived areas.Each Groundwork Trust is a partnership between the public, privateand voluntary sectors with its own board of trustees. The trustsare supported by Groundwork Northwest, the regional officeof Groundwork UK.

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This programme was designed to address the needs of young people, within a specific school, who have low levels of attainmentin mainstream education. It gives them the best chance to fulfil their potential and progress onto full-time education, employmentor training.Groundwork delivers over 5,900 regeneration projects each year across the UK.

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contactGroundwork Manchester, Salford, Stockport, Tameside and Trafford

Timber Wharf, 42-50 Worsley Street, Castlefield, Manchester M15 4LDTel: 0161 220 1020

Fax: 0161 220 1090Email: msstt.ebs@groundwork.org.uk

Web: www.manchester.groundworknw.org.uk

Groundwork BuryAcorn Business Centre, Fountain Street North, Bury BL9 7AN

Tel: 0161 762 2650Fax: 0161 762 2653

Email: bury@groundwork.org.ukWeb: www.bury.groundworknw.org.uk

Groundwork Oldham and RochdaleThe Environment Centre, Shaw Road, Higginshaw, Oldham OL1 4AW

Tel: 0161 624 1444Fax: 0161 624 1555

Web: www.oldham.groundworknw.org.uk

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