Enhanced training portfolio

Arco is now able to offer an enhanced range of specialist safety training options, either at a customer’s own site or in specialist or mobile facilities which are delivered by some of the UK’s leading safety specialists with a strong track record of providing expert training to help keep people safe at work.

Total Access has on site, state of the art practical training facilities, simulating realistic working environments supported by a team of highly qualified training experts. In addition to its standard courses, it offers bespoke courseware, working with clients to develop training solutions relevant to their needs, delivered anywhere in the UK and abroad.

Thomas Martin and Neil Jowsey, Arco’s joint managing directors said: "The acquisition of Total Access supports our ambitions to grow our Training and Consultancy Division and will further strengthen our offering and enhance our position as experts in safety.  We look forward to working with the team to support the continued  growth of the business and to be able to offer their customers access to our extensive range of products, services and expert advice and guidance on keeping people safe at work.”

Graham Burnett, CEO of Total Access (UK), said: "Being part of the Arco family means that our customers can benefit from having access to Arco’s complete range of workplace safety products and services. We look forward to working with Arco’s customers in order to deliver our services, products and life-saving training for those working at height. Together we are committed to keeping people safe at work and this announcement will enable us to deliver that promise to the widest possible audience”