INDUSTRY NEWS
GGF RAISES THE BAR FOR H & S WITH INDUSTRY FIRST IOSH APPROVED TRAINING COURSE
» THE GLASS AND GLAZING Federation ’ s ( GGF ) Training Academy has underlined its commitment to improving health & safety ( H & S ) standards with the introduction of a ground-breaking , industry specific training course that has been developed in collaboration with the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health ( IOSH ).
IOSH is an internationally recognised body that is responsible for setting national standards , advising government and facilitating H & S training in 130 countries .
The new IOSH Approved ‘ Managing Safely in the Glass & Glazing Industry ’ course has been designed to further bolster safety standards , empower businesses , and nurture a new generation of skilled professionals .
It is aimed at directors , managers and supervisors , and will deepen participants ’ understanding of H & S responsibilities in the workplace through a comprehensive 22-hour , three-day program , featuring classroom-based learning and a rigorous end-point assessment .
Upon completion , delegates will possess the knowledge and skills to manage health and safety effectively , including risk assessment and legal requirements , incident response , the identification of hazards and the implementation of robust safety management systems .
Lauren Mawford , GGF Health & Safety Manager , commented : “ By offering this exclusive course to the entire industry , and at discounted rates to our members , FENSA Approved Installers and BFRC customers , we are ensuring accessibility to essential training that promotes excellence and ultimately , protects our workforce .
“ The safety of everyone who works in the glazing industry is absolutely paramount . Our new IOSH training course equips businesses with the tools to operate responsibly , safeguard employees , and distinguish themselves in a competitive market .”
The course will be run at the GGF ’ s offices in London and will consist of seven modules that will explain : Introducing Managing Safely ; Assessing Risks ; Controlling Risks ; Understanding Legal Responsibilities , Understanding Hazards ; Investigating Incidents and Measuring Performance . Course Costs :
• Full Price : £ 600 + VAT
• FENSA / BFRC Customers : £ 550 + VAT
• GGF Members : £ 500 + VAT
For inquiries and registration , please contact Lauren Mawford , GGF Health & Safety Manager , at lmawford @ ggf . org . uk
CRYSTAL AND CHARTER FROM KING CHARLES |
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» STAFF AT SHELFORCE were presented with their King ’ s Awards for Enterprise crystal and charter for receiving the prestigious business award .
The Birmingham manufacturer received the King ’ s Awards for Enterprise in Promoting
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Opportunity ( through social mobility ) last year .
The King ’ s Awards for Enterprise engraved crystal winner trophy was presented by The West Midlands ’ Lord Lieutenant , Sir John Crabtree , who gave a short speech of congratulations and met all the
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team before having a tour of the factory .
The event was also attended by members of Birmingham City Council , including Wayne Davies , Director of Asset Management . The team were also able to view the official The King ’ s Awards for Enterprise charter ,
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which was signed by King Charles and Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and recognises ‘ the outstanding achievement of Shelforce ,’ and will be displayed in the reception at Shelforce ’ s headquarters .
Howard Trotter , Shelforce ’ s Business Manager , said : “ It was a huge honour to welcome Sir John to the factory and it was brilliant for the team to be presented with the King ’ s Awards for Enterprise crystal and charter as our success is all down to them .
“ Eleven years ago , the perception was that Shelforce was broken , and we would not survive , so to get to where we have and to receive the highest UK business honour is an unbelievable achievement .”
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20 JUNE 2024 CLEARVIEW-UK . COM