Become Empowered to Be Part of the Solution
Our Plastic Literacy Training (PLT) is now LIVE and ready for Order.
It will supply you with Plastic Management Knowledge, Insights, Mapping and Review Tools.
Our 3 Hour Plastic Literacy Training can give you and your organisation a comprehensive grounding on the history and science of Plastic: Types of Plastic and an awareness of how and why it is so widely used. We give insights to problems and its mismanagement. We discuss how this is negatively affecting the environment and societies. You will learn how we can positively work together so that necessary Plastic to be used will be less likely to negatively effect the environment and future generations.
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The PLT Course has two main sections and each section is divided into a number of short and informative modules. Modules are 5-30 minutes each and are outlined in each section below.
Co-Founder Welcome: Aaron Marshall
Tutor Introduction: Dave Garforth
Tutor Introduction & Session One Overview
Module 1.1: The Incredible Story of Plastics
Module 1.1: Quiz
Module 1.2: Plastic Attributes & Examples of Use
Module 1.2: Quiz
Module 1.3: The Source of Plastics & How are they Made
Module 1.3: Quiz
Module 1.4: The Problem with Plastics
Module 1.4: Quiz
Module 1.5: Categorisation & Classification of Plastics
Module 1.5: Quiz
Module 1.6: The Key Types of Plastics
Module 1.6: Quiz
Module 2.1: Circular Economy & The Waste Hierarchy
Module 2.1: Quiz
Module 2.2 : Plastic Re-use
Module 2.2 : Quiz
Module 2.3: Plastic Recycling
Module 2.3: Quiz
Module 2.4: Plastic Recovery & Disposal
Module 2.4: Quiz
Module 2.5: Plastic Management: Planning for Action
Module 2.5: Quiz
Module 2.6: Session Two Recap & Next Steps
Closing Comments & Thank you
The course will allow you to better understand the plastics dilemma and have better discussions on plastic use alternatives
KNOW PLASTIC TYPES: You will have the ability to identify different types of plastics, how they are used and likely end fate
UNDERSTAND PLASTIC MANAGEMENT: You will learn about plastic management from raw material to the potential for re-use & recycling
IDENTIFY SOLUTIONS: The course will demonstrate solutions via case studies and practical management approaches
Words from our happy clients. We have been coaching & training for over 4 years.
“The the team at RPM were able to outline a clear and achievable plan we could commit to that would help us reduce and manage the potentially harmful plastics within our business.”
Antoinette Bradley - Head of Operations, Aflac NI
“We became aware of the RPM Program they are a very useful social enterprise for construction organisations. I know their experience in the construction industry and that they have worked very well with other construction companies.”
Mark Spence - CEO, Construction Employers Federation
“It has been invaluable to tap into the expertise and network the RPM Program offers, both demonstrating our commitment to responsible plastic management and gaining expert assistance in mapping out and managing this journey to create a more positive impact and ensure that we, as a business, are not part of the problem.”
Annie Irwin - Managing Director, Suki Tea
“The training was very insightful, and the information was clearly explained with a mix of videos examples, pictures and explanations from the Speaker. ”
Andrea Pani - Operations Manager, MarinTrust
“The training met my expectations and went beyond that in the first section of the training, when explaining where plastics come from.”
Cathal Donnelly - Operations Executive, Haemoband Surgical LTD
“The facts, figures and data around waste and the current global situation were really helpful - I've already included it in organisation information following on from the course. ”
Christopher Myers-Smith - Global Facilities Manager, Learning Pool
“The Training very informative and a fantastic initiative! ”
Caitriona Fitzpatrick - Trainee Solicitor, Maclaine & Co Solicitors
The RPM Program is a Social Enterprise dedicated to the reduction in problem plastic, plastic pollution and plastic mismanagement. We work across multiple business sectors offering international support services in training, verification and certification.
Students will have access to the PLT course for 12 Weeks. This should provide sufficient time to complete the 3 Hour course and achieve the Plastic Literacy Training Certification.
The PLT course is designed for students with no necessary background knowledge in the subject matter. Courses will be available for students who require more advanced learning.
There is no exam or test. The course may include a quiz or task considerations within the modules.
Yes, students will have access to reading materials and links to further information on some subject areas.
