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Manual handling inspections

From September into October, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) will be turning up at construction sites across the UK to check that manual handling risks are being handled properly. Over the past couple of years, an estimated 42,000 construction workers reported suffering from a work-related musculoskeletal disorder and 7.3 million working days were lost. What you …

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Carpenters’ Craft Competition 2023

Through its developing partnership with the Institute of Carpenters (IOC), members of the National Association of Shopfitters (NAS) have been invited to enter this year’s Carpenters’ Craft Competition. The Carpenters’ Craft Competition is a national competition open to students of carpentry, joinery and shopfitting. The Competition is sponsored by the Carpenters’ Company – a City of London …

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LED Systems for the Shopfitting and Joinery Sector

As LED performance and quality evolves the development of initiative lighting solutions increases. Explore an extensive range of LED systems specifically designed for the Shopfitting and Joinery sector. Download (PDF) Get in Touch To discuss your lighting requirements, please contact Dave Tilley, director of Lightology, or fill in the contact form below.

The Shopfitting and Interior Contracting Competence Scheme (SICCS) is rapidly growing

First stablished in 2009, the NAS relaunched SICCS in 2021. SICCS now has over 450 active users and welcomes new entrants to the scheme on a daily basis. SICCS is a partner card of the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS), displaying the CSCS logo as a mark of quality. Eligibility for SICCS cards is aligned to CSCS – …

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Amberlite – Onyx Alternative from Translucent Creations

Introducing Amberlite by Translucent Creations – the cost-effective alternative to onyx stone that gives you complete control over your project. With Amberlite, shopfitters can cut and work the material themselves, eliminating the need for costly templating and back-and-forth visits from stonemasons. In recent years, onyx and other exotic stone materials have become prohibitively expensive, making …

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Spotlight: Member’s Team Member Story

The NAS is a Company Supporter of the Lighthouse Club Construction Industry Charity. Discover the story of Ray, project manager from a NAS member, Triplar, and his incredible journey with the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity. A remarkable and inspirational story, which demonstrates true bravery, courage, and determination to break down barriers in our industry. https://youtu.be/jBXuXnqNpac

Benefits of Quality Training

Training outlook by HSS Training (NAS Approved Training Provider). NAS members receive between 15 – 30% discount on specific courses from HSS Training. Back in 2022, in an attempt to address the growing skills shortage within the industry, The National Association of Shopfitters surveyed its members, both large and small. The subsequent findings have resulted …

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