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World Mental Health Day 2021

Supporting Mental Health Awareness Sunday 10 October 2021 marks World Mental Health Day. Statistically, every working day in the UK two construction workers take their own life. The NAS and wider construction industry are on a journey to change attitudes towards Mental Health and address this shocking statistic. With the combined efforts of industry focussed …

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In October HSE is inspecting construction sites with focus on respiratory health

Respiratory health initiative, October 2021 Monday 4 October sees the start of a month-long HSE health initiative targeted at the construction sector. The focus is on the respiratory risks associated with exposure to dust and HSE inspectors will be visiting construction sites across Great Britain throughout the month. Construction workers die every week from lung …

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Talentview Construction launched

An industry-wide initiative officially launched by CITB in September The new platform https://www.talentview.org/construction is a talent and opportunities database. It is part of the Construction Talent Retention Scheme. TalentView is a free platform that helps match great talent with great employers. The platform provides one place for young people, career changers, schools, and colleges to …

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Go Construct STEM Ambassadors

The construction industry is facing a skills shortage. You can help to inspire the next generation of construction talent. STEM Learning UK launched the ‘Go Construct STEM Ambassador Scheme’. STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths. Go Construct STEM Ambassadors will act as the face of our industry for young people, inspiring them to …

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Manual Handling Course for Shopfitting, Fit-Out and Interior Contracting

The NAS has listened to its Members and have worked closely with our Approved Training Provider Perses to create an industry specific bespoke Manual Handling in Shopfitting/Fit-Out and Interior Contracting course. This half day CPD Accredited course is valid for three years.  It can be delivered online via Virtual Classroom or in person at Training …

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World Suicide Prevention Day

Today is the World Suicide Prevention Day. NAS supports mental health related awareness initiatives and provides relevant support to our Members. As reported recently in a study published by CITB, the scale of mental health related problems in the construction industry is big. The report quotes: “Physical health and safety are given significant priority in …

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