1. Introduction Over the past 40-50 years, there have been several government initiatives to ‘reverse the decline in training’ and increase both the amount of skill and level of skill in the construction industry today. A few years ago, the Leitch review suggested that in order for the economy to prosper and increase in productivity, […]
1. Introduction A widely acknowledged fact in the UK is that construction workers are notorious for their bad spending habits. Consider the basic nutrition of a construction worker – bacon roll for breakfast, fish and chips for lunch. In an industry with such a heavy male workforce, laden with advertising from betting shops, it’s easy […]
1. Introduction The construction industry in the UK has been facing a skills shortage in recent years, which is in part due to a decreasing intake of apprenticeships and trainees in construction. This is set to continue as the construction industry is predicted to grow by 2.5% every year between now and 2021. In order […]
1. Introduction This training course is designed to provide all the essential knowledge and skills required by operators of mobile elevating work platforms, in order to carry out their work in a safe and efficient manner. This course is aimed at personnel who are required to operate MEWPs. Following the introduction of mobile elevating work […]
1. Introduction The aim of the Pedestrian Operated Tower Crane Course is to provide the candidate with the basic knowledge and practical skills involved in operating a Pedestrian Operated Tower Crane safely and correctly. On successful completion of the course, candidates will be able to erect, dismantle and configure the crane in space restricted environments. […]
1. Introduction The course aims to provide the candidate with the essential knowledge and skills involved in mobile craning. This starts from the very basics, such as an understanding of the industry and the roles and responsibilities of the operator, to the more complex lifting plans. The course will give them confirmation of these skills […]
1. Introduction Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the CPCS A56 Dump Truck Rigid Chassis training course, delegates will be able to: – Operate the machine for all normal tasks – Conduct all pre-operational checks – Configure and set for travel on the public highway, site, and quarry – Explain actions required for hazards, underground, […]
1. Introduction 1.2 Course Objectives * To provide thorough theory and practical training in operating an Articulated Dump Truck, to enable the candidate to competently and safely carry out the role and pass the CPCS Theory and Practical Tests. * Have a good understanding of the A56 Dump Truck and be able to locate and […]
1. Introduction The course consists of two main elements: firstly, theory instruction given through a PowerPoint presentation, including a standard CPCS theory test, and secondly, practical instruction on the machine, followed by a CPCS practical test. Upon successful completion and passing of all elements, the candidate will be given a Red CPCS Trained Operators card. […]
1. Introduction The CPCS A44 Concrete Pump – Trailer Mounted course has been designed to enable operatives to gain an understanding of the knowledge and skills required to operate a trailer-mounted concrete pump safely and productively. The Health and Safety at Work Act, other relevant regulations, and their approved and current guidance will be adhered […]