Abloy UK has announced its new schedule of training dates via its Academy and Digital Access Solutions Academy . All courses take place at Abloy UK headquarters in Willenhall , West Midlands , and most are free of charge .

The Foundations and Foundations Plus courses are designed to train installers , security managers , end users and specifiers , giving them the skills and knowledge to ensure maximum safety and security while helping to save lives in an emergency .

The Foundations course is designed to help delegates understand the minimum legal performance criteria for access control locking applications for fire and escape doors , BS EN 179 and BS EN 1125 and help attendees to specify only compliant solutions . They

also include the new BS EN 13637 standard on electronically controlled exit systems for use on escape routes . For those who complete the first course , the Foundation Plus course is an advanced add-on , going one step further in educating delegates on in-depth industry standards and compliance terminology .

Both courses are led by Pat Jefferies , Commercial

Director at Abloy UK , an expert in locks and door opening solutions . Pat is retained by BSI and CEN as the UK ’ s electric locking technical expert , and is a member of committees responsible for the development and improvement of new standards and legislation across Europe .

Launched in 2022 , the Digital Access Solutions Academy offers training

on solutions such as CLIQ , Incedo , SMARTair , Aperio , and the ePED Escape Door System . Courses are led by Johnathon Dale , Digital Access Solutions Academy Manager , and are designed to help installers meet the needs of the fast-changing market for smarter security .

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Foundations

Foundations Plus

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* Please note there is a charge to attend the EDS course

ERA ( part of Tyman UK & Ireland ), is ramping up its apprenticeship offering , helping to strengthen the fenestration industry ’ s pipeline of young talent by providing learning opportunities to the local community .

Hatty-Mai McMahon joins Tyman UK & Ireland ’ s Health and Safety department , whilst also studying for her In-Comm Safety , Health and Environment Technician

EBOSH National General Certificate qualification . She is joined by Tanique McCarthy who is studying for her Level 3 Information Technology Technician qualification with apprenticeship provider The Development Manager . Tanique will join Tyman UK & Ireland ’ s IT team to gain valuable hands-on experience .

Both apprentices , who will work across Tyman UK & Ireland brands , including ERA , have been paired with their own mentor and relevant subject matter expert so that they can strengthen their specialist knowledge and deliver on real-time projects , alongside their studies .

In order to nurture development , each individual in the apprenticeship programme

is given the opportunity to undertake training and spend time with colleagues in other areas of the business to gain a better understanding of company-wide operations and broaden their skillsets . They will also have the opportunity to spend time with senior management .

Every person welcomed onto the scheme receives the living wage as part of their employment , which further establishes Tyman and ERA ’ s commitment to the wider community and diversifying the talent coming into the fenestration field .

Such is the success of the programme , Tyman is currently working with a variety of training providers to set up additional apprenticeships , including programmes within its engineering and sustainability departments .

Stacey Edwards , HR Director at Tyman UK & Ireland , says : “ We were eager to implement roles that support people on alternative educational paths , offering practical work experience , whilst paying the living wage .”

Hatty-Mai McMahon , Health and Safety apprentice , at Tyman UK & Ireland , says :

“ I haven ’ t been here for long , but I have already gained so much knowledge and experience from the apprenticeship programme which will really help me in my career .”

Tanique McCarthy , IT apprentice , at Tyman UK & Ireland , says : “ Every day is different , and I am already enjoying meeting lots of new people and putting my skills to the test , such as problem-solving and taking on ‘ real-life ’ work tasks . It is good to know that the role I do has an impact on my colleagues across the business , enabling

them to work efficiently using our IT network .”

The team is incredibly supportive and have been very welcoming .”

Given the success of the apprenticeship programmes , Tyman UK & Ireland is working with training providers to select some of its long-standing employees to join a selection of apprenticeship programmes to create further learning opportunities .

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