NASC launches 2020 Yearbook [
THE NASC HAS launched its 2020 Yearbook – showcasing more confederation news and updates than ever before. The Yearbook features a round-up of NASC standing committee outputs, more than 30 pages of NASC awards submissions and a comprehensive listing of full contracting NASC members. Robin James, NASC managing director, said: “We are delighted to launch the NASC Yearbook, which this year is more keenly targeted at key decision makers in the construction supply chain, with editorial focused on raising awareness and understanding of what the NASC does, examples of the expertise and innovation shown by our members and why all this matters to the wider construction industry. “I’d like to thank all those members that submitted copy for inclusion – showcased on the Project of the Year pages – and also those that took advertising space.” In addition to the 96 page printed version, an e-reader version is available to view at issuu.com/constructionmanager6/docs/nasc_2020_combined and via the ‘About’ page of the NASC website at www.nasc.org.uk. q
Scaffolding trade body launches armed forces training pot [ ARMED FORCES PERSONNEL are
being given a greater incentive to build a career in the scaffolding industry through the creation of a £150,000 pot dedicated to training and upskilling former servicemen. The fund has been set up by the National
Access and Scaffolding Confederation as part of wider efforts to create more scaffolding career opportunities for exmilitary personnel. Through the funding pot, NASC members can claim up to £1,000 towards the retraining or upskilling of an ex-forces employee. This can be to cover the cost or partial cost of one course or several shorter duration courses and can be used in full on one individual or smaller payments on several individuals. NASC president Lynn Way said: “Through the funding pot alone we’re hoping to bring 1,500 new recruits into the scaffolding industry – setting them off on the first step of their post-forces careers as scaffolders, designers, H&S professionals and a number of other vocations. “We’ll also be looking to adapt and expand this proposition in the coming months if and when we manage to have scaffolding training included as an option for spending ELCAS funding on. “We’re in this for the long haul and are committed to helping as many exforces personnel as possible take up a position in the scaffolding industry.” q
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