AccessPoint Magazine

Robert Candy, Chief Executive of The Scaffolding Association is urging members to take full advantage of the Skills Bootcamps for Scaffolding Training—a government-backed initiative offering 70-100% funding for scaffolding qualifications. Find out more: https://zurl.co/98dj6

🚀 Showcase Your Scaffolding Expertise in Avontus Software's Beat My Scaffold 2025! 🚀 AccessPoint is excited to spotlight the Beat My Scaffold 2025 competition! Open exclusively to Avontus Designer users, this challenge is the perfect platform to highlight your standout scaffold designs and creativity. 📅 Important Dates: Submit designs: January 27 – February 24, 2025 Final voting: February 25 – March 3, 2025 Winners announced: March 13, 2025 Don’t miss the chance to showcase your skills and gain industry recognition! 🔗 Learn more and get started: https://zurl.co/xaUVn #AccessPoint #BeatMyScaffold #ScaffoldDesign

The National Federation of Builders in partnership with Interclass, Genius Within, and CITB is proud to announce the launch of a new Neurodiversity in Construction Training Programme.  Read the full story over on our website: https://zurl.co/YU3Lr

The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) marks its 30th anniversary in 2025 – a significant milestone in the improvement of standards and safety across UK construction.  Read the full story: https://zurl.co/wTfrd

CITB Skills & Training Conferences in London is being held on on Thursday 6 February! Want to know what’s on the agenda? Head over to our website to find out: https://zurl.co/eXk6e

An investigation by the Health and Safety Executive identified that the bosun’s chair was not supported by a suitable backup system preventing falls, such as, a double or twin leg lanyard fall arrest harness. Read the full story: https://zurl.co/QJBm9

📢 Scaffolding Association Submits Key Proposal for Spending Review 2025 The Scaffolding Association has submitted a key proposal to the UK government’s Spending Review 2025, focusing on People, Procurement, and Payment to help build a stronger, more sustainable scaffolding sector. The submission highlights the need for investment in skills, fair procurement, and improved payment practices to support industry growth and ensure the sector can meet the UK’s infrastructure and construction demands. 🔗 Read more: https://zurl.co/Dax2G #ScaffoldingIndustry #SpendingReview2025 #FairPayment #SustainableConstruction

Did you read our interview with Tim Balcon, Chief Executive of CITB in the latest edition of AccessPoint? In case you missed it, you can read it in full over on our website here: https://zurl.co/IiVdc

In the latest edition of AccessPoint Matt Thompson, Sales Director at Industrial Textiles & Plastics Limited, explained how attention to detail in the design and installation of scaffold sheeting is vital to mitigate the risks associated with high winds. You can read it here: https://zurl.co/wZrJl

Working with the Government, the CITB and the NHBC have announced a £140m investment in Homebuilding Skills Hubs to deliver fast-track apprenticeships and high-quality training. Read the full story: https://zurl.co/vse8h