Veriforce CHAS launches UKAS-accredited ISO certification body for construction
- Details
- Hits: 64
Veriforce CHAS, the UK based supply chain risk management and contractor assessment organisation has expanded its range of services with the launch of CHAS Certification, a new ISO Certification Body.
Accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS), CHAS Certification will offer audit and certification services tailored specifically for the construction and engineering services industry. The services will cover the following ISO standards:
Read more: Veriforce CHAS launches UKAS-accredited ISO certification body for construction
GSHPA AGM, Conference and Charity Dinner a huge success at Warwick
- Details
- Hits: 153
The Ground Source Heat Pump Association (GSHPA) hosted its Annual General Meeting (AGM), Conference, and Charity Dinner on Friday, 27th September at the prestigious Warwick University. The event, which attracted over 100 attendees to both the conference and the charity dinner, was hailed as a great success, with exceptional facilities and a high level of engagement from all participants.
The conference featured a stellar lineup of speakers who are at the forefront of heat decarbonisation and sustainable energy practices. Tara Deshpande, Deputy Director of Heat Electrification and Product Efficiency at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ), delivered the keynote address. She outlined the government’s ambitious plans for scaling up heat pump deployment across the UK, stressing the importance of achieving the nation's heat decarbonisation goals.
Read more: GSHPA AGM, Conference and Charity Dinner a huge success at Warwick
New partnership with SIG Roofing expands training provision
- Details
- Hits: 135
National Construction Training Services (NCTS) has now partnered with SIG Roofing to provide even greater UK coverage of its courses and qualifications. On offer will be a five-day lead welding and bossing course and technical seminars. The initial programme will be delivered from SIG’s Cardiff, Dudley and Dundee branches.
The technical seminars are aimed at those supervising the installation of leadwork or those responsible for specifying. The seminars will include a theoretical session combined with hands-on practical appreciation in the workshop.
Read more: New partnership with SIG Roofing expands training provision
Midlands contractors wanted: Join OUTCO supply chain at Meet the Buyer event
- Details
- Hits: 154
OUTCO, the UK’s leading outdoor estate maintenance experts, are seeking local contractors for a variety of outdoor maintenance services in the Midlands region. In partnership with Veriforce CHAS, the trusted compliance and risk management specialist, OUTCO is hosting a Meet the Buyer event where Midlands-based businesses can discover how to join OUTCO’s supply chain and secure new contracts.
Read more: Midlands contractors wanted: Join OUTCO supply chain at Meet the Buyer event
NASC urges Government to protect SME scaffolding contractors amid ISG collapse
- Details
- Hits: 160
National Access & Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) is deeply concerned following the recent administration of ISG, the UK's sixth largest primary construction contractor. This unprecedented development has left hundreds of subcontractors and their employees facing significant uncertainty, with many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the scaffolding and access sector particularly vulnerable to potential insolvency.
Read more: NASC urges Government to protect SME scaffolding contractors amid ISG collapse