Tag: Launched
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Landmark suicide prevention guidance launched
The first British standard dedicated to addressing the risk of suicide and its impact in the workplace has been published. The standard – BS 30480 Suicide and the Workplace – has been published by the British Standards Institution (BSI). It aims to provide employers with practical and evidence-based recommendations to help plan for, respond to and support…
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Adult learner scheme launched to upskill existing workforce
A new training scheme for adult learners in the north of England is helping semi-skilled workers become tradespeople in the engineering construction industry. Funded by the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB), the scheme has been developed by the International Assessment Centre (IAC) in response to demand from employers to help workers who have site experience but…
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Mental health charter launched for construction industry
A new mental health support framework has been launched by charity Mindflow. The framework, known as the Mindflow Mental Health Charter, introduces an actionable and measurable standard for mental health provision on construction sites. By registering, companies commit to 10 principles: A written mental health and wellbeing policy Clear ownership and governance Equal access to…
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New alliance launched to fill electrical skills gaps
Andrew Eldred, deputy CEO at ECA, said: “Cheshire and Warrington is our third regional Electrotechnical Training and Careers Alliance launched in less than a year – following on from ETCAs for Greater Manchester and the West Midlands – and the first outside an existing Mayoral Strategic Authority. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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CIOB Aspire launched to champion early careers in construction
“We are delighted to be launching CIOB Aspire, which aims to do just that by providing information, resources and opportunities to support those looking to take their first steps into a career in construction and the built environment, whilst also supporting parents, teachers, careers advisers, employers and CIOB members too.” View the original article and…
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App launched for digitising equipment inspections
CoreRFID managing director, Munzi Ali, said: “Companies are aware of the need for formal equipment inspections at regular intervals. In some ways, though, pre-use checks are even more important. These smaller, more regular inspections, often carried out by the user, can pick up damage and faults as soon as they occur.” View the original article and…
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Leadership initiative launched for women in construction
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Industry experts and the West of England Combined Authority are backing the launch of a new leadership programme for women. The Women in Leadership programme is designed to strengthen and diversify leadership pipelines in construction and related industries. Delivered by networking programme Think Circle and training provider The Coders Guild, the initiative offers a 12-week…
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Inquiry launched into Building Safety Regulator delays
The House of Lords Industry and Regulators Committee has issued a call for evidence for its short inquiry into the Building Safety Regulator. The inquiry will focus on reports of delays to approvals by the regulator for new high-rise buildings and maintenance of existing buildings. Gateway 2 approvals, which should be taking 12 weeks for…
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Girls’ summer camp launched to promote built environment
The Atlantic Technological University (ATU) in Ireland will be hosting a Built Environment Summer Camp for 12 to 14-year-old girls in June. Described as the first of its kind in Ireland, the event will assist in raising awareness around careers in the construction and engineering sector, aiming to increase female participation in study and apprenticeships. …
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Construction Startup Competition 2023 Launched
Cemex Ventures, Cemex’s corporate venture capital and open innovation unit, kicks off its Construction Startup Competition 2023, which is the biggest competition in the construction industry for startups. The application phase for the competition will be open until July 2, 2023. Cemex Ventures is joined in its 7th Competition edition by prominent leaders such as…