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GSHPA's online training course receives CPD certification

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Sbielby The Ground Source Heat Pump Association (GSHPA) is delighted to announce that its comprehensive online training course, 'Stream One – Heat Pumps for Engineers,' has been granted CPD (Continuing Professional Development) certification. Aimed at professionals working towards Zero Carbon strategies and plans, this CPD certified course is designed to equip participants with an in-depth understanding of Ground Source Heat Pumps (GSHPs) and their applications.

GSHPA's 'Stream One' course takes a distinct approach by addressing the inadequacies of rules of thumb in GSHP design, emphasizing the development of a solid understanding within the design process. Through a series of interactive sessions led by expert instructors, participants gain valuable knowledge and skills to effectively work with GSHPs in both new build and retrofit properties.

Major Occupational Safety and Health organisations form historic alliance

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OSH SA logo COL Nine of the UK’s most prominent Safety & Health organisations have united to form the Occupational Safety and Health Stakeholder Alliance. It will create a platform to offer a unified 360-degree perspective on critical Safety & Health issues for the first time.

The British Occupational Hygiene Society (BOHS), British Safety Council, British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF), Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH), International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM), Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), and the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding on May 12th 2023 to create the Occupational Safety and Health Stakeholder Alliance. The National Examination Board for Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) and the Chartered Institute of Ergonomics & Human Factors (CIEHF) have since added their signatures to the Memorandum.

ASFP announces latest training dates

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PR 290 Book training 002 The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) has announced several new dates for its Foundation Course in Passive Fire Protection at both Level 2 and Level 3.

The 7-day classroom-based Level 3 courses will take place in Manchester, commencing on 15 August; Reading starting on 17 August; and Dublin on 7 September. The 4-day Level 2 courses will take place in Coventry from 1 September; and Dublin commencing on 7 September. Revision courses to help learners prepare for the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) exams are scheduled to take place on 2 October in Coventry and 5 October in Dublin.

RHS garden supported by building students wins Best in Show

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sEPrEDn An innovative garden which explores mental health in construction has been awarded Best Show Garden at the RHS Flower Show Tatton Park.

The award-winning garden received the finishing touches of poignant wooden hearts decorated by Leeds College of Building Painting & Decorating apprentices.

Plant Market take full control and ownership of Boningale Limited

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0n5970 Boningale Nurseries part of the Boningale Limited group are pleased to announce the sale of the business has now been completed, with Plant Market taking full control and ownership of Boningale Limited, its brands and five production sites.

Kersten Catella, Boningale Nurseries Sales Director said, “This milestone marks a new chapter in our journey, one that presents immense opportunities for growth, innovation, and expanding our reach within the market. With the support of our new partners, we are poised to cultivate even greater success and become a driving force in shaping the future of horticulture. Together, we will continue to nurture our relationships, nurture our customers' needs, and flourish as a leading force in this thriving industry."