by Oscar Venus | 8 Nov, 2024 | Skills
The Green Labourer card is evolving from February 2025.
The card’s duration will initially be two years instead of five. However, businesses that can verify their commitment to a labouring role will have the opportunity to extend the card’s lifespan to a full five years.
Starting from the 1st of February, 2025, the Labourer card, upon first application, will be valid for two years. Those continuing in labouring roles can renew the card for five years, provided they present proof of employment in a labouring role.
In addition, the CITB Health, safety, and environment test, required only for the initial two-year card application, will now be valid for three years, making it applicable for renewal.
Existing Labourer card holders seeking renewal from February onwards will qualify for another five-year card upon presenting the necessary evidence.
For further discussion, feel free to reach out to Marie Flinter at marieflinter@thefis.org.
by Oscar Venus | 18 Oct, 2024 | Skills
FIS are working in collaboration with CITB on developing competency frameworks for Installers across the Super Sector project.
Competence Frameworks will set out and define the core competence requirements for individuals across the built environment. They are made up of a Route to Competence and a SKEB document (Skills, Knowledge, Experience & Behaviour) and an Implementation Plan.
As the Building Safety Act comes into effect, individuals will be required to prove that they are competent to do the job that they are on-site to do, so it is imperative that we have competence defined for all (in scope) roles.
Whilst the Building Safety Act currently focuses on those working on higher-risk buildings (HRBs), CITB will support WG2 Installer Competence Super Sectors, a subgroup of the Industry Competence Steering Group (ICSG), to consult with industry to develop Competence Frameworks.
Competence Frameworks will help improve competence by providing clarity and consistency across the industry with links to accredited qualifications and approved training, also supporting the strategy for addressing the skills demand.
From standardising competence and identifying the qualification landscape, an implementation plan will be produced which will help address any gaps identified by the consultation process and the defining of the Competence Framework.
Plastering is one the sector areas, where the SKEB document is complete and is now open for online review and feedback until 30th October 2024.
Please see link below which will take you to consultation link:
citb.welcomesyourfeedback.net/s/CFPlast24
If you would like further information of have any questions, please contact Beena
by Clair Mooney | 16 Oct, 2024 | Awards, Skills
The shortlist for the 2024 Training Awards has been determined by our panel of judges.
Celebrating excellence and achievement in plastering, interior trades and related professional occupations, the Training Awards are a collaboration between FIS and the Worshipful Company of Plaisterers.
These awards acknowledge the accomplishments of apprentices and students who have exceeded expectations, training delivery by colleges and training providers, mentors and others who have supported sector training, and lifetime contribution to sector training.
Apprentice of the Year – Plastering Shortlist
- Paige Martin of Drywall Contracts
- Newton Robinson of Andrew J Winner Plastering
- Oliver Berwick of Decorative and Ornamental Plastering
Apprentice / Student of the Year – Interior Trades Shortlist
- Shaun McKenna of Errigal Contracts
- Jason Russell of Measom Dryline
- Jacob Jack Milsom of Tapper Interiors
Student of the Year – Plastering Shortlist
- Alicia Johnson studying at the City of Liverpool College
- Ruby Hillary, studying at Coleg Llandrillo
- Tyler Davies-Brown studying at The College Merthyr Tydfil
Professional Apprentice of the Year Shortlist
- Michael Dillon of OCL London
- Jake Jones of Measom Dryline
- Ben Holden of OCL Facades
Training Provider / College of the Year Shortlist
- Barnsley College
- Carlisle College
- Craven College
- Llandrillo College Rhos on Sea
- NPTC Group of Colleges
- Shropshire Training Academy
Formula Trophy Shortlist
- BCS Plaster Moulding
- KLLangton Decorative Plasterwork
- South Lanarkshire College
FIS Member Training Programme Shortlist
- Locker and Riley
- Optima Products
- Zentia
Training Champion Shortlist
- Kate Kerslake
- Terry McDermott
- Dan Plosky
Rising Star Shortlist
- James Brennan
- Craig Dyson
- Edward Tapper
Congratulations to all the nominees for their hard work and dedication in pursuing their academic goals!
If you’re interested in attending the ceremony and joining us in celebrating the winners, book your place here.
by Oscar Venus | 11 Oct, 2024 | Skills
FIS are working with NCC Bircham Newton to deliver the Interior Systems Installer Apprenticeship – Ceilings pathway, early next year.
Interior System Installer (Ceilings and Partitions) Apprenticeship
The Interior Systems Apprenticeship (Ceilings and Partitions) has been developed by employers and approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IFATE). The Ceiling and Partitions pathway incorporates different ceiling and partition systems within a building.
Programme outline:
- Start date: February 2025 – (dates are flexible)
- 24-month programme
- 9 x 2-week immersive training blocks delivery by industry experts
- Workplace coaching sessions every 10 weeks support you and the apprentice to implement their new skills and knowledge
- 3-month end point assessment window includes a knowledge test and practical observation and questioning
National Construction College are also able to offer:
- Meet (virtual or face to face) with members to discuss and shape the programme in greater detail
- Set up a Webinar where NCC can share a virtual tour of Bircham and its facilities and answer any questions
- Facilitate a site tour of Bircham in person to any members and/or potential apprentices
If you are interested in taking on apprentices in this subject, or would like to find out more, please get in touch withmarieflinter@thefis.org
by Clair Mooney | 10 Oct, 2024 | Skills
This year’s SkillBuild Final event is taking place at the Marshall Arena, Milton Keynes on 20 -21 November 2024.
Alongside observing the competition, visitors will have the opportunity to have a go at a range of inspiring activities that highlight the construction trades at our designated careers experience hub, the Construction Showcase, open on Wednesday 20 November 2024 from 09.00 to 16.00 and Thursday 21 November 2024 from 09:00 to 15:00.
The SkillBuild National Final consists of 10 trades including Bricklaying, Carpentry, Drylining, Furniture and Cabinet Making, Joinery, Painting and Decorating, Plastering, Roof Slating and Tiling, Stonemasonry, and Wall and Floor Tiling. Visitors will be able to watch our top scoring competitors battle it out against each other to be crowned the winner in their trade and the best in the UK. The competition is a wonder to watch as the project builds progress and construction trades come to life. Blank canvases turn into pieces of art, timber is constructed into furniture from the intricate projects that our expert panel of judges has created for our competitors.
The Construction Showcase – Wednesday 20th from 09.00 to 16.00 and Thursday 21st November from 09.00 to 15.00
FIS will be having a stand as part of theThe Construction Showcase. This is an experience hub filled with have-a-go activities and demonstrations for children and young people from some of our sponsors and affiliates. If you are able to support with ‘have a go’ activities, please do get in touch with beenanana@thefis.org by Friday 25 October
by Clair Mooney | 10 Oct, 2024 | Employment, Skills
The Countdown to OpenDoors25 is well and truly underway and members across the supply chain can now register the events they are planning to offer from Monday 17 ‐ Saturday 22 March! Everyone can play their part in inspiring careers in construction by opening up sites, offices, manufacturing facilities and training centres across the UK, and our Open Doors Partners have already listed an exciting range of events, including Canary Wharf Group’s Wood Wharf, Sunbelt Rentals’ Wetherby Utilities Depot, and Willmott Dixon’s Bridgend College Town Centre Campus.
Construction needs to recruit 50,000 new entrants a year and Open Doors is a unique opportunity for young people and those looking for a change of career to go behind the scenes and see just what the industry has to offer. We know that schools and colleges require advance notice to organise visits, so please register your events as soon as possible, and further information can be found in the latest Open Doors update.
