Leeds College of Building appoints new assistant principal
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Chris Tunningley has been appointed as Leeds College of Building Assistant Principal for Adult Learning and Higher Education.
Chris, formerly the Head of University Centre for Architecture, Engineering & Construction at Leeds College of Building, succeeds retiring Assistant Principal Brian Duffy.
Speaking of his appointment, Chris said:
“I am thrilled to start in this post at Leeds College of Building. I’m passionate about how education can raise prospects and know that gaining a sought-after trade or profession while attaining maths, English, and digital skills can be life changing. Studying part-time or following a vocational higher-education pathway like a degree apprenticeship is a hands-on and economical route that ultimately leads to the same successful career destination as traditional academic routes.”
Leeds College of Building Principal & CEO Nikki Davis, said:
“Huge congratulations to Chris after a competitive selection process against a high calibre of candidate. Chris succeeds outgoing Assistant Principal Brian Duffy, who worked at the College for many years before retiring in December. Brian was critical in the growth of our higher education provision, and I know that Chris will be instrumental in building on this success. May I join others in wishing Chris well as he moves into this role.”
Chris has over 33 years of experience in the Building Services Engineering industry and Further and Higher Education sectors, initially qualifying as a gas engineer. After 19 years in engineering, Chris transitioned to teaching in 2008 when he became a lecturer in Building Services Engineering & Construction at Leeds College of Building.
Following this, Chris was appointed Curriculum Manager for Building Services & Civil Engineering and then Assistant Faculty Director for HE, Construction Design & Management at the College.
Chris will oversee adult learning and funding to combat regional skills shortages, plan for future skills needs (such as sustainable construction), and widening participation in education. Chris will also lead on higher education strategy, which incorporates the new Leeds College of Building University Centre, and work closely with employer partners and other professional bodies.
Chris continued:
“I came from a working-class background when university wasn’t an option, so I started my career as an Apprentice with British Gas. I progressed to a qualified gas engineer, technical engineer, quality assurance engineer, and then technical support manager. I am also a professionally registered Incorporated Engineer (IEng) with the Engineering Council through membership of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). I always took any opportunity to better myself and gain extra qualifications through work.
“I have first-hand experience of learning on the job as an adult and understand the challenges of studying part-time while balancing life and family commitments. Through the Open University, I progressed to a BSc in Engineering, Science & Design before gaining a master’s degree in Building Services Engineering – all while working. I hope these experiences will help me in my new role, having walked in our students’ shoes and lived it myself.”
For further information visit www.lcb.ac.uk
O'Donovan launches hazardous waste management service
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O’Donovan Waste is thrilled to announce that it has successfully added hazardous waste management to its already comprehensive portfolio of wide-ranging waste services. The new hazardous licence will allow the award-winning business to handle an array of different hazardous materials such as asbestos sheeting, paints, aerosols and other chemically contaminated wastes. O’Donovan will deal with the hazardous materials from ‘cradle to grave’ including free site visits, completion of required legal documentation, the provision of instructions for different wastes segregation as well as the transportation and final disposal requirements.
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Product safety to come under the spotlight in 2023
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BSIF CEO Alan Murray explains why 2023 will see a greater focus on product safety, including increased scrutiny on the safety and compliance of goods sold by third-party sellers on online marketplaces.
The UK has always had a reputation for stringent product safety standards but with constant innovation and the rise of e-commerce many markets have become increasingly hard to regulate.
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Seven issues that will affect supply chains in 2023
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The last year has been challenging for supply chains, with 2023 set for similar pressures and a raft of new legislation to boot. But forewarned is forearmed. Alex Minett, Head of Products and Markets at CHAS, looks at ten issues companies should be aware of when shoring up supply chain resilience for the year ahead.
1. Public procurement changes
Public procurement is set for a big shake-up in 2023 with the new Procurement Bill currently making its way through parliament.
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Expansion of pioneering private hospital in historic Leeds building set for approval
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Planning approval is set to be granted for the second phase of a pioneering private hospital in one of Leeds’ most iconic buildings.
Leeds City Council planners are ready to give the green light to a brand-new 6,500 sq ft extension at the 17th century Red Hall House estate near Roundhay Park.
Phase One of the £8m development is complete with the multi-disciplinary Leeds Private Hospital at Red Hall now fully operational.
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York Handmade plays pivotal role in new Easingwold housing development
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The award-winning York Handmade Brick Company has played a pivotal role in the construction of an attractive new-build housing development in Easingwold.
York Handmade, based at Alne, near Easingwold, supplied tens of thousands of bricks for the Pastures in Stillington Road, a development of nine new quality houses.
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Hoist & Winch elevates success of large construction project
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Hoist & Winch Ltd has recently completed a challenging project for one of the UK’s biggest construction companies involved in large-scale new home development projects. Faced with a demanding and highly technical brief, Hoist & Winch rose to the task, providing a turnkey lifting system solution to ensure complete success for its client.
The requirement was to install a concrete ceiling mounted 7.5t swl (safe working load) lifting beam and manual chain hoist into the basement energy room of a large new tower block. This development is part of a large-scale prestigious regeneration project providing 5500 sustainable new homes in North London.
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Turn up the heat on cold stress awareness this winter
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With extreme weather events on the increase, CHAS looks at the impact of cold weather on outdoor workers and discusses what can be done about it.
While it may appear that a warming climate is incompatible with harsher winters, extreme cold weather events do still occur. 2021 saw the lowest temperature recorded for the month of February since 1955, with the thermometer falling to as low as -23°C. However, it’s not just temperature that can lead to issues with cold. Wet and windy conditions all play their part in winter storms, and many counties saw their wettest winters on record in 2021. Being prepared for working in weather extremes is now more important than ever.
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ASFP recognises excellence at the 2022 Passive Fire Protection Awards
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The winners of the Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) 2022 Passive Fire Protection Awards were announced at the Association’s Awards Dinner at the Park Regis Hotel in Birmingham on 25 November. Members gathered at this sell-out event to recognise and celebrate the sector’s achievements and hear all the latest news from the ASFP.
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BGF backs Environmental Essentials for future growth
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Environmental Essentials, one of the UK’s leading asbestos service providers, has secured follow-on investment from BGF to support the acquisition of Adams Environmental.
Adams Environmental, which specialises in the listed building and education sectors, servicing high-profile buildings such as the National History Museum and Imperial College London, is the company’s first acquisition.
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Essential reasons to switch to renewable energy sources
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More property owners realise the advantage of incorporating renewable energy systems into their sites to ensure energy sustainability. Furthermore, they understand that they must be proactive in protecting the environment through various initiatives promoting ecological stability. The efforts of the green movement are becoming more evident as people become more aware of the various advantages of switching from fossil fuel-centric energy to renewable and clean energy.
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