The Locksmith Journal 92 December 2023 | Page 51

SECTOR INSIGHT

» 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 . Most courses are free of charge , offering attendees a complimentary educational experience .

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 the new BS EN 13637 .

The Foundation Plus course is an advanced add-on , providing attendees with the knowledge to specify products that are suitable for both the application and door type .

Both courses are led by Pat Jefferies , Commercial Director at Abloy UK ; retained by BSI

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and CEN as the UK ’ s electric locking technical expert , and a member of committees responsible for new standards and legislation across Europe .

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

www . abloy . com / gb / en / about-abloy / academy

Foundations 25th Jan 2024

Foundations Plus

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» 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 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 .”

Hatty-Mai 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 .

Tanique 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 .”

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 .”

www . eraeverywhere . com www . tymanplc . com

DECEMBER 2023

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