One in five CSCS Alliance cards goes to under-25s

Almost one in five key competence certificates went to young workers last year, fresh data has revealed. The CSCS Alliance, a group of 37 validation schemes permitted to use the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) logo, said 19 per cent of all such cards issued… The post One in five CSCS Alliance cards goes to under-25s appeared first on Construction News.

CSCS cuts card requirements for industry placements

The operator of the main Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card programme has reduced the minimum work placement needed to qualify for its Industry Placement card from 30 days to three weeks, with the changes taking effect from 17 July. CSCS Cards Ltd has also… The post CSCS cuts card requirements for industry placements appeared first on Construction News.

Health and Safety Awareness Course: Requirements, Booking & Certification

The post Health and Safety Awareness Course: Requirements, Booking & Certification appeared first on UK Construction Blog. If you’re new to construction or you’ve just been asked for proof of safety training before you can step on site, chances are someone has mentioned the Health and Safety Awareness Course. It’s one of the most common starting points for anyone entering the trade in the UK, and for good reason — most principal […]

New apprenticeship assessments put competency first

Major construction bodies have released a new plan to put competency at the centre of apprenticeship assessments. The Construction Taskforce – which includes the Building Safety Regulator and the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) – unveiled on Tuesday (7 July) eight competency-focused apprenticeship assessments. It… The post New apprenticeship assessments put competency first appeared first on Construction News.

Why ISO certification is becoming a procurement filter your supply chain didn’t see coming

It’s a scenario that is becoming more common in our world. A client was working towards a contract with a large utility company. The people were right, the services were in order, the track record was solid. Then the Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) arrived. The post Why ISO certification is becoming a procurement filter your supply chain didn’t see coming appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Metroun - QS Basics - Value Of Work Done (VOWD) Explained, 22022023

One of the main responsibilities you have as a Quantity Surveyor is to value work that has been carried out on a project. This video explores the "VOWD" process - Value of Work Done

Big Think - Are robots really taking our jobs - Jamie Merisotis, 13042022

Are the robots coming for our jobs? Not for those with the training and skills needed in today’s economy. And in nearly all cases, that means the people with education beyond high school. This video touches on how jobs and roles will evolve in a changing workplace and how eduction and training will need to respond and assist in meeting the new demands

What can be done to meet AIS requirements if the fabricator cannot provide certification for custom stainless steel legs that have already been made?