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Quality up, accidents down and cowboy builders out were the main objectives for the formation of the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) which was launched ten years ago. Today its main purpose it still to help workers prove that they are competent to do their job. It also shows that they have health and safety awareness as all cardholders have to pass the appropriate health and safety test.
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The mission of CITB-ConstructionSkills is to achieve a fully skilled and professional UK construction industry, working safely, adding value and delivering sustainable development. Industry standard training and support means that we can deliver a high standard of workmanship that meets Government guidelines. |
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The Institute of Carpenters was founded in 1890 by eleven craftsmen, each of whom had achieved first class passes in new exams set by The Worshipful Company of Carpenters.Its role was to oversee training for carpenters and joiners in an effort to maintain standards at a time when many people were worried that traditional skills were in danger of being lost forever.
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The Guild of Master Craftsmen is a trade association representing many different trades and professions. It brings together highly skilled people engaged in professions, vocations, crafts, arts and trades in order to safeguard the interests of craftsmen and the public. The Guild monitors these standards to ensure that its high standards are being maintained, and encourages members always to strive for excellence.
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Westwood Construction has successfully demonstrated their ability in the following units, which together constitute a Level 2 National Vocational Qualification: |
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Erect and Dismantle Access Platforms
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U1013350 |
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Install Structural Fabric Components
(Roofs and Floors Timber) |
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U1013349 |
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Produce Components from Procured Materials
(Hand Fed Circular Rip saw) |
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U1013347 |
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Install Structural Fabric Components
(Vertical, Horizontal and Inclined Timber) |
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U1013348 |
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Assemble Components to Form Products
(Basic Timber) |
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U1013346 |
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| Provide Dimensional Positioning for Setting Out Products (Basic Timber Components) |
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U1013339 |
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Install Finishing Components
(Internal and External Timber) |
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U1013344 |
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Provide Surface Finishings
(Internal and External Timber) |
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U1013345 |
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TrustMark is the Government backed initiative, supported by the building industry and consumer protection organizations, that helps householders find reliable and trustworthy tradesmen to carry out repair and improvements to the inside and outside of their homes – from builders and plumbers to roofing specialists and landscape gardeners. |
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As one of the UK’s largest, multi trade associations - FairTrades allows homeowners to find a top quality trade professional who upholds the values of the Homeowner’s Charter. For further information, please visit their website. |
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FENSA stands for the Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme. It has been set up by the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) and other industry bodies with Government encouragement in response to the current Building Regulations for England and Wales.
When having windows and doors replaced homeowners must comply with current thermal peformance standards and ensure that they get a certificate of compliance from FENSA or from Local Authority Building Control. FENSA also enables companies that install replacement windows and doors to self certify compliance under these Building Regulations. |
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Westwood Construction have successfully completed a Window Care Practical Training Course on Joinery Repair.
The completed training is part of the commitment on behalf of Window Care Systems Ltd to provide ongoing training to professionals associated with the maintenance of timber joinery. |
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Window Care Systems Ltd
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Telephone: (+44) 01487 830 311 |
Unit E, Sawtry Business Park, Glatton Road
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| Sawtry, Huntingdon, |
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| Cambridgeshire, |
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| PE17 5SR |
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