What is the CITB? The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) is the training organisation for the UK construction industry. It was established in 1964 and has been one of several training boards that cover UK industries. This organisation works together with construction companies in order to improve skills, increase the competitive edge and respond to […]
Category: Construction
Working With Compressed Air – What You Need to Know
Compressed air is a very useful utility in the workplace and it can be employed in a number of ways within an industrial facility. It can be used to operate large machines as well as small handheld tools and it’s cheap, easy to maintain and can be used for a long period of time without overheating. However, when […]
Safety Risks Associated With Stonemasonry
Stonemasonry is a profession that is equal parts hard work and artistry. As a stonemason, you will work hard to craft the granite, marble, limestone, slate, sandstone and other materials in your projects while giving them a uniquely beautiful shape and carved surface. You use your skills to carve blocks of stone or to lay and fit the […]
The HSE Target Smaller Building Sites
The fact that the construction industry is far from the safest in the UK is a well-established fact. With close to 3000 deaths in the last twenty five years on construction sites and many more injuries resulting from accidents the figures speak for themselves. Safety on building sites is a big issue for employers and […]
Constructing a Career from the Ground Up
Although in recent years the construction industry has seen as many downs as ups and has been one of the hardest hit industries, it still offers excellent prospects for those searching for the right career. The term ‘construction’ covers a wide range of different skills and professions – from building design to practical skills such […]
Essential Training; Tools of the Construction Trade
In difficult economic times many firms in just about every industry look to cut costs. The construction industry is no exception and it has been particularly hard hit during the recession. When it comes to cutting costs (in most industries) areas that often fall directly under the spotlight are those that offer less tangible benefits […]
Comparing the SMSTS Course & IOSH Managing Safely
Having the right training for the job is absolutely essential in the construction industry. It is important to know the correct safety procedures and be able to identify hazards in the workplace, as it is the responsibility of the manager to ensure the safety of all employees. Having the right training is the key to […]
Why is Safety so Important on Construction Sites?
Anyone who has worked on building sites should know how important it is to follow procedures when it comes to health and safety in the construction industry. However, when you are under pressure to meet tight deadlines and stick to the budget this is an area where it can be tempting to make some cutbacks […]
How Safety Knowledge Can Help Your Construction Career
There are many different reasons for going on a training course which deals with health and safety on construction sites. However perhaps you haven’t realised before how doing this can help your career in the industry. If you haven’t then the following are a few examples to help you see the benefits of training in […]
Can You Afford Not to Consider Safety on Your Construction Site?
There are some common reasons why people running building sites don’t always get the proper construction industry health and safety training carried out. Among these reasons might be the cost but perhaps more pressing in a lot of cases is the issue of time. You might think that there is not enough time to get […]
