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York Handmade plays pivotal role in creating stunning new Yorkshire hall

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YHB Mowbray Hall 008 Resize 002 The award-winning York Handmade Brick Company has played a pivotal role in the construction of one of the most striking and elegant new-build houses in Yorkshire.

York Handmade, based at Alne, near Easingwold, supplied 55,000 bricks and specials to build Mowbray Hall, near Thirsk, a luxurious and sophisticated family home, with panoramic views across the county.

The contract was worth £48,000.

LCB launches innovative commercial gas engineering apprenticeship

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Leeds College of Building South Bank Campus A new apprenticeship for Commercial Gas Engineering Operatives has officially launched at Leeds College of Building.

The apprenticeship is the first of its kind in Yorkshire, and the first time the College has offered a commercial rather than domestic pathway for gas engineers. The training is aimed at individuals employed by gas, heating, and ventilation firms who specialise in business services.

CHAS teams up with SafetyCulture to help members improve risk performance

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CHAS, the trusted expert in supply chain compliance, has teamed up with SafetyCulture, the global technology company, to provide CHAS contractors with discounted access to SafetyCulture’s digital operations management platform.

SafetyCulture’s platform empowers businesses to harness the power of observation to identify and reduce risk and save money while driving continuous improvement in safety and quality management.

Access 360 sets its sights on the future with new UK headquarters

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0n6783 Access 360, one of the UK’s leading access solutions manufacturers, will open a new headquarters in autumn in the West Midlands to significantly increase its manufacturing capabilities, facilitate greater bespoke engineering opportunities and reduce lead times.

Part of Tyman UK & Ireland, a division of Tyman Group, Access 360 provides construction professionals throughout the UK and Europe with roof, ceiling, wall and floor access products through its market-leading brands Bilco UK, Profab Access and Howe Green.

ASFP launches new websites to improve global access to PFP support

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0n6787 The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) has launched several new websites to reach out to fire safety professionals across the world. The new websites welcome visitors in their own language, signposting them to ASFP resources and information, including membership, training and technical guidance.

New research strengthens case against cutting corners on EV charging safety

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New research on behalf of the Electrotechnical Skills Partnership (TESP) has confirmed that projected demand for electric vehicle charge points (EVCPs) can be readily accommodated by the UK’s workforce of fully qualified electricians. These findings further strengthen the case against use of non-qualified and under-qualified personnel to undertake this safety-critical work.

CHAS Common Assessment Standard becomes commonplace

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IanM CHAS Managing Director Ian McKinnon outlines how adoption of the Common Assessment Standard has gathered pace since its rollout began in 2019 with multiple major contractors now specifying the scheme and explains why now is the time for contractors who haven't yet taken the assessment to embrace the scheme.

ASFP to offer three new member benefits in conjunction with BSI

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BSI Standards Square 002 The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) has signed a series of agreements with the British Standards Institution (BSI), the national standards body of the UK. Under the agreements, the ASFP is able to offer British standards for sale at discounted rates to members, free standards to small to medium size enterprise (SME) members and free onboarding to theBSI’s new Identify Scheme.

Construction firm goes elite

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0n6794 A northeast construction firm has achieved a top industry health and safety accreditation. Teesside-based WOODSmith Construction Group, which forms part of The SDDE Smith Group, has been awarded the highest level of CHAS accreditation – Elite – demonstrating its commitment to maintaining excellent standards.

CHAS – The Contractors Health and Safety Assessment Scheme – is one of the most recognised safety schemes in the construction industry and allows businesses to show their compliance and commitment to health and safety.

Students secure apprenticeships after highly successful local work placements

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0n6795 Two students from New City College's Construction & Engineering Centre in Rainham have recently become the first to secure an apprenticeship with the Breyer Group – thanks to a fantastic partnership with a former student.

The students, who were studying the Level 3 BTEC Construction & the Built Environment course, were offered the opportunity of an industry work placement that led to the apprenticeship, thanks to ex-student Dan Williamson, who is now Breyer’s Commercial Manager.

Student achievements celebrated at inspiring Construction Industry Awards

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0n6797 Outstanding student achievements was celebrated with the return of the annual Leeds College of Building ‘BIG (Building Industry Greats) Awards’ night.

Taking place for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic, the poignant award ceremony recognised the successes of students and apprentices over the 2021/2022 academic year.

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