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How to Become a Construction Labourer

ConstructionJanuary 25, 20213KViews 0Likes 0Comments

If you want to work in the construction industry, you will need to meet certain minimum requirements, and this applies to becoming a construction labourer as well as other job roles. The construction labourer role does not require a high level of qualification, but to work legally on a site, there are certain steps you…

What are the Benefits of a Construction NVQ?

NVQsDecember 16, 20203KViews 0Likes 0Comments

An NVQ is a National Vocational Qualification, which shows that you can meet national industry standards in your area of work. Achieving a Construction NVQ qualification can give your career the right kind of start, acting as a springboard to your progression through the construction industry. You can take an NVQ for many roles, such…

How to Get a Blue Skilled Worker CSCS Card

CSCS Card, NVQsOctober 14, 20203KViews 0Likes 0Comments

The Skilled Worker Blue CSCS Card, is a Level 2 CSCS card that can be achieved through a trade-specific NVQ alongside the relevant Health, Safety and Environment test for Operatives. The Blue Skilled Worker CSCS card proves your competency in a given trade within the construction industry. You may be familiar with the Blue…

NPORS Exclusive Update

NPORS, SB Skills Solutions NewsOctober 7, 20203KViews 0Likes 0Comments

This September, NPORS published their technical bulletin for trainers and training centres which details the changes to the scheme and this month was a big one! Investigations into Fraud and Malpractice NPORS started this bulletin with an announcement about investigations into various training facilities during the lockdown period this year. NPORS stated, “As the result…

Slinger Signallers provide safe direction to the crane operators

How to Become a Slinger Signaller

Construction, Course TrainingSeptember 22, 20203KViews 0Likes 0Comments

The slinger signaller has a vital role to play on a construction site, providing essential safety directions and supervising lifts. The slinger signaller works closely with and alongside lifting teams. This is a highly responsible job since the slinger signaller is acting as the eyes and ears of the crane operator. To become a slinger…

CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test

What is the Health, Safety and Environment (Touchscreen)Test?

CSCS Card, Health & SafetySeptember 15, 20203KViews 0Likes 0Comments

The CITB Health, safety and environment (HS&E) test is essential for construction workers to prove their competency in Health & Safety. It tests a diverse range of topics, improving safety and productivity on site and shows candidates can work responsibly to ensure their colleagues are also kept safe and as a result, putting neither at…

5 Statistics for Health and Safety

Health & Safety, SB Skills Solutions NewsAugust 27, 20203KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Why is Health and Safety Important? Health and Safety training and awareness is important in all workplaces. However, there is a real need for high-quality Health and Safety Training in the construction industry. With such a high injury rate in the workplace, we feel that every employer should know the dangers of an untrained workforce…

DR ABC – The Primary Survey

Health & SafetyAugust 20, 20204KViews 0Likes 0Comments

What does DR ABC stand for? DR ABC stands for Danger, Response, Airway, Breathing and circulation. DR ABC attempts to assess the level of first aid that the injured person requires. First aiders should follow the steps broken down into d-r-a-b-c which is easily remembered as DR ABC. First Aider Role The Health and Safety…

The Black CSCS Managers Card Complete Guide

CSCS CardAugust 10, 20203KViews 0Likes 0Comments

How to get a black CSCS card The Black CSCS Manager Card is a career goal for many in the construction industry. For many, the Black card is seen as the top-level card within the CSCS card scheme. You'd be correct to assume that this is a top-level card, but you're probably not quite sure…

Operating Plant Machinery With a Driving Ban

Construction NewsAugust 6, 20203KViews 0Likes 0Comments

If you've received a driving ban, you'll know it can cause all sorts of complications. It can even potentially put your job at risk, but what about when driving and operating machinery is your source of income? The site says I can't work with a driving ban Unfortunately, the site rules are up to the…

Guide to Telescopic Handler Training

Course Training, Plant MachineryAugust 4, 20204KViews 0Likes 0Comments

The telescopic handler training course is aimed at providing operators with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to safely operate Telescopic Handlers or Telehandlers on construction sites. The telescopic handler forklifts are widely-used within the construction, agriculture and warehousing industry. The primary use of telehandlers is for lifting pallet boards, and they can move heavy…

CSCS Card Types

CSCS CardJuly 16, 20204KViews 0Likes 0Comments

There are 12 different CSCS card types which are essential proof of competence for occupations within the construction industry. They support safe working practices, and help employers in the industry comply with health and safety regulations. The construction industry is highly diverse, and includes a broad range of activities. According to Government figures, it contributes…

60,000 Site Managers to Lose their Black CSCS Cards

SB Skills Solutions NewsJune 1, 202012KViews 2Likes 0Comments

Site Managers across the UK are set to lose their Black CSCS under the removal of grandfather rights from the scheme. This leaves many wondering whether they can continue to work in the industry. Grandfather rights allowed workers to attain their CSCS Cards based on a strong employer recommendation rather than using a CSCS recognised…

Will Brexit Kill the Construction Industry

Construction NewsFebruary 25, 20203KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Brexit seems to be at the top of the news recently, but with little being published about the construction industry, many are left in the dark. SB Skills have gathered data and statistics to generate this Brexit outlook and plan for your future. What is Brexit? As many know already, Britain is leaving the EU.…

The difference between NPORS and CPCS

Construction News, Course Training, CPCS Blogs, NPORSFebruary 13, 20203KViews 0Likes 0Comments

What is CPCS CPCS or the Construction Plant Competency Scheme is a plant-based accreditation that tests a delegates knowledge and competency on the machine of choice. This accreditation uses a 2-card scheme to confirm levels of competency and training. The Red Trained Operator card is the first card in the scheme which expires after…

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