MB Training

What MB Training does

MB Training is a UK-based compliance training and consultancy company founded in September 2003 by Mike Bethune in Cwmbran, South Wales. The firm delivers accredited courses on-site at client premises across the United Kingdom, spanning Food Safety (Levels 1-4), HACCP (Levels 2-4), and Health & Safety (Levels 1-4), alongside specialized offerings in Food Allergen Management, Fire Safety, COSHH, Risk Assessment, Manual Handling, Asbestos Awareness, Infection Control, Personal Licence, Customer Service, and Train the Trainer qualifications. MB Training is an accredited training centre under three UK awarding bodies — CIEH (Chartered Institute of Environmental Health), HABC, and RSPH (Royal Society for Public Health) — and has been awarded the CIEH 'Trainers Charter'.

The business operates a sales-led model targeted primarily at UK businesses with compliance obligations under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, the Food Safety Act, and related regulations, with named enterprise clients including Glaxo Smith Kline and Order of St John Wales. Courses are delivered on-site with flexible scheduling, plus one-to-one training for small businesses, individuals, and government-funded learners. Course durations range from half-day awareness sessions to five-day Level 4 qualifications, and pricing is quote-based rather than publicly listed.

Revenue mechanics are services-based: fees are paid per course delivery by clients such as food manufacturers, caterers, hospitals, care homes, and general businesses. There is no proprietary technology platform — the company relies on its accreditations, founder expertise, and a 98% historical pass rate as primary differentiators. Operationally the firm is lean, employing approximately 9 people, with founder Mike Bethune serving as the principal trainer and examination officer.

Name

MB Training

Legal name

MB Training

Website

https://mbtraining.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

MB Training is a UK-based accredited training and consultancy company founded in 2003, delivering on-site Food Safety, HACCP, and Health & Safety courses to businesses and individuals across the United Kingdom.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Compliance and Vocational Training Services

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519), Technical and Trade Schools (61151)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Food Safety & Workplace Sanitation (HACCP, Hygiene) (EDABAEAN)

akta.pro secondary industries

Food Safety, Sanitation & HACCP Training (EDAOAKAG), Safety, Compliance & Regulatory (OSHA/HSE/GxP) Certifications (EDAAANAJ), Training & Competency Programs (Food Safety, HACCP, PCQI, Internal Auditor) (AFALANAF)

Keywords

• Food safety training
• HACCP training courses
• Health and safety training
• Accredited compliance training
• Workplace safety qualifications

Headquarters

HQ city

Cwmbran

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Training Course Delivery: Revenue generated from delivering accredited training courses including Food Safety, HACCP, Health and Safety at various levels. Courses are delivered on-site at client premises or as public courses. Pricing varies by course level and duration (half-day to 5-day courses).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

MB Training delivers accredited on-site training courses in Food Safety, HACCP, Health and Safety, allergen management, infection control, personal licence, train-the-trainer, and customer service across Levels 1-4, primarily at client premises throughout the UK. The company also provides health and safety, food safety, and HACCP consultancy and auditing services for UK businesses, with accreditations from CIEH, HABC, and RSPH.

Product overview

MB Training is a training and consultancy company offering a portfolio of accredited courses primarily in three core areas: Food Safety/HACCP, Health and Safety, and Other Training. The Food Safety offerings include Levels 1-4 training plus specialized allergen management courses. Health and Safety courses span Levels 1-4 with specialized topics including fire safety, asbestos awareness, COSHH, risk assessment, manual handling, and social care. Additional offerings include infection control, personal licence training, train-the-trainer qualifications (EAT/PTLLS), customer service, and consultancy/auditing services. All courses are delivered on-site at client premises with flexible scheduling, and the company holds accreditations with CIEH, HABC, and RSPH.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Food Safety Training (Levels 1-4) Accredited food safety training courses at Levels 1-4 covering Catering, Manufacturing, and Retailing sectors, including Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, and Level 4 Food Safety qualifications for Catering/Manufacturing.
• Health and Safety Training (Levels 1-4) Health and safety training courses from Level 1 to Level 4 for supervisors and managers, covering workplace safety, risk assessment, fire safety, asbestos awareness, COSHH, and manual handling.
• HACCP Training (Levels 2-4) HACCP training covering Levels 2, 3, and 4 for Catering and Manufacturing sectors, including In-house HACCP Awareness and SFBB (Safer Food Better Business) courses.
• Level 2 Food Allergen Awareness Level 2 training on food allergen management under the Food Information Regulations 2014, helping food handlers understand and control risks associated with food allergens.
• Level 3 Award in Food Allergen Management Level 3 qualification for those responsible for the purchase, delivery, production and serving of food, covering the control of food ingredients including allergens.
• Level 2 Hygiene in Health and Social Care CIEH Level 2 qualification providing an introduction to hygiene for carers and support staff in hospitals, care homes, and patients' homes.
• Cleaning in Food Premises Level 2 qualification covering hazards associated with cleaning in food premises and how to control the risks involved.
• Food Safety Culture (Level 3) Level 3 Award in Developing a Positive Food Safety Culture, designed for supervisors and managers to improve awareness of the importance of food safety culture.
• Infection Control Training Training on the control of infection in healthcare settings, the hospitality industry, and workplaces where people reside and work together.
• Personal Licence Holder Training (HABC APLH) HABC Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders (APLH) covering alcohol sales on licensed premises, meeting statutory requirements of the Licensing Act 2003.
• TPP (TSP/ADT) Train the Trainer Train the Trainer qualification being replaced by Level 3 Award in Training - Principles and Practice, the minimum requirement for trainers delivering in-house or accredited qualifications.
• Level 3 Award in Education and Training (EAT/PTLLS) Level 3 Award in Education and Training replacing Level 3 Award in Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS), designed for people entering or starting teaching roles.
• Consultancy and Auditing Services Audits on health and safety, food safety, and HACCP with reports highlighting areas for review, plus full consultations recommending problem resolution.
• Level 3 Risk Assessment Level 3 qualification for those with responsibility to conduct risk assessments, including team leaders, supervisors, site managers, engineers, and health and safety specialists.
• Level 2 Manual Handling - Principles and Practice Level 2 Manual Handling - Principles and Practice covering hazards and control measures for lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling objects safely.
• Level 2 COSHH Training Training on the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) for those likely to come into contact with hazardous substances in manufacturing, cleaning, healthcare, and other environments.
• Level 1 Asbestos Awareness Level 1 qualification for those who may be exposed to asbestos within their working environment, providing a simple overview of the risks.
• Level 2 Fire Safety Level 2 training for managers, supervisors, fire wardens, and staff on fire safety management and procedures in any workplace.
• Level 1 Fire Safety Basic Level 1 fire safety training for all staff, particularly new starters, covering fire safety regulations and emergency procedures.
• Customer Service Training (Level 1 and Level 2) Level 1 and Level 2 customer service training courses.

Quantifiable outcome

• 98% pass rate over the past years

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• CIEH (Chartered Institute of Environmental Health)coreOthersAccredited training centre status with CIEH. Courses are accredited by this leading professional body for environmental health professionals. MB Training has received the CIEH 'Trainers Charter' recognition.
• HABCcoreOthersAccredited training centre offering HABC qualifications. HABC is a leading UK awarding body for health and safety, food safety, and first aid qualifications.
• RSPH (Royal Society for Public Health)coreOthersAccredited training centre offering RSPH qualifications in food safety, health and safety, and related health topics.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Highfield Qualifications: Leading UK awarding organisation (formed via merger with HABC) offering regulated food safety, H&S and first aid qualifications, with a network of approved training centres that compete directly with MB Training's on-site delivery offer.
• CITB (Construction Industry Training Board): UK sector skills body issuing SMSTS, SSSTS, asbestos awareness and other H&S qualifications. Adjacent incumbent because it competes for the same corporate training budget (especially for Asbestos/COSHH courses MB Training also delivers).
• RoSPA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents): UK-established safety body offering accredited H&S, occupational safety, road safety and food safety courses via approved centres. Comparable as a recognized awarding/training entity serving UK corporate compliance buyers.
• British Safety Council: Long-established UK H&S professional body with its own training arm offering IOSH, NEBOSH and a range of Level 2 food safety / H&S qualifications. A larger incumbent operating broadly in the same compliance training category.
• IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health): UK professional body for occupational H&S offering IOSH Managing Safely / Working Safely through approved centres. Comparable as an accreditation body whose approved-trainers competition overlaps with MB Training's Level 1–4 H&S stack.

Direct peers

• Phoenix Health & Safety: UK-based training provider delivering accredited Food Safety (Levels 1–4), HACCP and Health & Safety courses on-site and via public classes. Closely comparable on product mix, accreditation sourcing (CIEH/HABC) and target customer base of UK SMEs.
• Astutis: UK health, safety and environmental training provider offering NEBOSH, IOSH, IEMA and food safety courses via on-site, classroom and online delivery. Comparable to MB Training in regulated accreditation focus and UK enterprise/corporate customer base.
• International Workplace: UK compliance training provider with a portfolio of food safety (CIEH/HABC) and health & safety courses at Levels 1–4, including on-site enterprise delivery. Closest direct competitor on the food safety / H&S Levels 1–4 stack.

Emerging players

• Skillcast: UK-based e-learning and compliance SaaS provider offering online food safety, H&S and regulatory training courses. Represents the digital-native delivery format that competes with traditional on-site trainers like MB Training on price and convenience.

Others

• CIEH (Chartered Institute of Environmental Health): Awarding body under which MB Training holds its 'Trainers Charter'; while not a direct competitor, CIEH directly enters the training market via its own approved centres and shapes the qualification specifications every accredited provider must deliver.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/mbtraininguk
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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/mb-training

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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