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.

Built for Better: ESG round-up – governance, certification, awards and industry recognition

Strong governance and standards underpin industry credibility and performance. This theme highlights the frameworks, certifications and achievements shaping best practice across the sector. Excellence across the sector 🏆 Dornan Engineering The post Built for Better: ESG round-up – governance, certification, awards and industry recognition appeared first on Construction Industry Federation.

Building control company went under with £4m of liabilities

Assent Building Compliance went into liquidation with £3.8m of liabilities, Construction News can reveal. The company, which supplied compliance, inspection, certification, training and safety services, and was formerly known as Assent Building Control, went under in November. A report from an Official Receiver, seen by… The post Building control company went under with £4m of liabilities appeared first on Construction News.

BER scale simplification now live: New A0–G rating scale introduced

Ireland’s simplified Building Energy Rating (BER) system is now officially live, representing one of the most significant changes to energy certification in recent years. Introduced by the Department of Housing, The post BER scale simplification now live: New A0–G rating scale introduced appeared first on Construction Industry Federation.

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?