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Guide to Telescopic Handler Training

Course Training, Plant MachineryAugust 4, 20203KViews 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, 202010KViews 1Like 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…

COVID-19 Statement

SB Skills Solutions NewsMarch 17, 20202KViews 0Likes 0Comments

SB Skills Solutions are committed to preventing the spread of COVID-19 (Corona Virus) to our clients and the whole of the UK. We are currently following all of the government guidelines for COVID-19 to prevent spreading the virus to clients and staff. We are regularly disinfecting all areas of our offices and ensuring that we…

Will Brexit Kill the Construction Industry

Construction NewsFebruary 25, 20202KViews 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, 20202KViews 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…

What is NPORS and why you need it?

Construction News, Course Training, NPORS, Plant MachineryJanuary 16, 20202KViews 0Likes 0Comments

NPORS or the National Plant Operators Registration Scheme is an awarding body and a rapidly up and coming card scheme. Since NPORS was founded in 1992, it has continued to be a credible training alternative in the construction industry. Is NPORS a recognised card? NPORS is a credible and recognised card scheme that "challenges the…

NVQ Level 2 Plant Operations – What is it?

NVQsNovember 20, 20192KViews 0Likes 0Comments

What is an NVQ? NVQ’s are work-based learning qualifications, you are assessed throughout your NVQ with a series of work-related tasks to assess your ability to perform a given role. NVQs are very specific to different trades and occupations, such as the NVQ Level 2 in Plant Operations, which assesses your competency on a specific…

What is Mental Health First Aid

Health & SafetyNovember 20, 20192KViews 0Likes 0Comments

By now, you've probably heard about mental health first aid and occupational health, but if you're like most people, you don't actually know what it involves. We decided to put together this in-depth article to hopefully answer all of your questions. What does a mental health first aider do? A mental health first aider, like…

How To Get A Green CSCS Labourer Card

CSCS Card, Health & SafetyOctober 16, 20193KViews 0Likes 0Comments

You need a Green CSCS Card to get on-site You may have found that you need to get yourself a green CSCS card to get on-site initially, but it isn't that clear how to obtain one. Well, this is the straightforward way to get yourself on-site and working. The benefits of a Green CSCS Labourer…

Will Plant Machinery Be Fully Autonomous?

Construction News, Plant MachineryOctober 2, 20192KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Will plant machinery be fully autonomous? You've probably noticed every industry becoming more and more autonomous, but have you ever wondered whether the construction industry could be autonomous too? There have been a few advancements into the construction industry regarding autonomy but it looks like health and safety could prevent advancements into autonomous machinery. What…

Consider A Career With Plant Machinery

Plant MachineryMay 10, 20192KViews 0Likes 0Comments

A career in plant machinery can be a promising career with many benefits, but choosing what to specialise in can be tough. So what is your ideal career path?

Roofing and Cladding Training

Course Training, RoofingFebruary 18, 20192KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Roofing or domestic roof construction is the process of creating the ‘framing and roof covering that is found on most detached houses in cold and temperate climates.’ Most buildings are built using timber as the main framework for the shape of the roof. This is then followed by cladding; the applying of materials on top to protect against the…

Virtual Reality Forklift Training: Do we need it?

IndustrialJanuary 25, 20192KViews 0Likes 0Comments

E-Commerce and in-store orders that are delivered to your front door are becoming increasingly prevalent. Notability, orders that would have previously taken 5+ days can be delivered the following day or, in some cases, in only a few hours! So what has caused this to happen and can Forklift Training keep up? To satisfy demand,…

New High-Skilled Jobs in the UK with Construction Training Transformations and New Building Techniques.

Construction News, IndustrialDecember 10, 20182KViews 0Likes 0Comments

A recent government publications from Innovate UK and UK Research and Innovation has suggested that following a £72 million injection into the ‘Core Innovation Hub’, new jobs and high skilled positions in the construction industry will be promoted. In this project, research and development in alternative manufacturing methods such as digital modelling and offsite manufacturing…