Filling the gaps in training
Paul Jacobs, installation and training manager at SIG Design & Technology, assesses the importance of installer training, and why it is the responsibility of the whole roofing industry to contribute towards minimising the skills shortage gap.
Lead Contractors Association publishes new best practice guide
The 200-page ‘Lead Sheet in Roofing: The Ultimate Guide to Best Practice’ provides an essential guide for architects, designers, roofers and historic property owners on all aspects of the use of lead sheet in roofing construction.
Fixfast launches new ‘Skills Hub’ training portal
Fixfast has launched Skills Hub, a free online resource that aims to give contractors and installers access to the information they need when they need it – when they are on-site.
Rainscreen cladding supervision pilot shows encouraging results
Over the past 12 months, RoofCERT has been working on a CITB-funded project with the objective of providing a 'proof of concept' for an accreditation scheme that has the ability to significantly reduce industry failure rates on inspections by improving quality.
RoofCERT pilots new route to accreditation for experienced roofers
RoofCERT has developed its Experienced Worker Route as a new way for experienced operatives working in the roof tiling discipline to gain accreditation.
ACR publishes new guidance on rooflight safety
Following concerning reports of inappropriate and potentially unsafe rooflight designs, which have come to light recently, the Advisory Committee for Roofsafety (ACR), has published a new information sheet, entitled: ‘Glass Specification in Flat Rooflights’
IoR Associate Course achieves ABBE accreditation
The Institute of Roofing Associate Course has achieved a third-party accreditation from the Awarding Body of the Built Environment. The interactive training has been accredited to ABBE Level 3.
The search is on for the 2021 BMI Apprentice of the...
This year’s BMI Apprentice of the Year competition opens on 1 September and welcomes all those recognised as an apprentice by their employer, or those working towards qualified status.
MCRMA extends its online CPD programme
The Metal Cladding & Roofing Manufacturers Association has added a new CPD module to its online CPD programme, which is available to anyone seeking to develop their knowledge and skills within the metal building envelope sector.
SPRA launches Wind Load Calculation Protocol guidance sessions
SPRA has devised a set of online Wind Load Calculation Protocol sessions to assist in developing consistency and accuracy in wind load calculation.