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SARACCA ' S RECENT INITIATIVES : AN INTERVIEW WITH EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR DAVID BOTHA
David Botha discusses several key initiatives and events that have kept SARACCA engaged with the industry and its members .
Two of the main focuses for Botha and SARACCA has been participating in various industry events , and training . " The golf days and events with SAIRAC provide valuable opportunities for networking and engagement with industry professionals . SARACCA sponsored golf days in Gauteng , Cape Town , and Durban , facilitating interactions with regional contractors and suppliers . It was useful interacting with the different regions ' contractors and suppliers , to find out their issues and what they expect from the association or from the industry ," Botha says .
SARACCA also took part in significant industry events such as the Big 5 Construct and the Facilities Management ( FM ) event – both at Gallagher Estate – in collaboration with SAQCC Gas . Botha emphasises the importance of these events in fostering interactions with a view to expanding its membership and increasing the pool of registered contractors . " There was a lot of interaction from the public and a few companies that are not directly involved with SARACCA as members but are serviced by our members ," he notes .
A critical aspect of SARACCA ' s mission has been advocating for the safe handling of refrigerants . Botha acknowledges the ongoing challenge of ensuring all contractors are registered under SAQCC Gas . " We need to do even more to get the word out that more people need to be registered under SAQCC Gas for the safe handling of refrigerants ," he stresses . Botha points out that many contractors are unaware that they are breaking the law by not being registered , underscoring the need for continued education and outreach efforts .
“ We need to do even more to get
the word out that more people need to be registered under SAQCC Gas for the safe handling of refrigerants .”
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SARACCA executive director David Botha .
The SARACCA team : Nicole from marketing and Suzette from the office .
Reflecting on the past six months , Botha expresses surprise at how quickly time flies , given the numerous events and engagements . " We have a few other events coming up that we will also be representing the industry ," he says , including an initiative with the Department of Employment and Labour ( DEL ).”
Botha ' s proactive approach ensures that SARACCA remains a vital and active player in the HVAC sector .
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