beginning of 2012. Accordingly, an in-house training plan was drawn up which identified 82 training areas with a total of 150 programmes covering 225 training days and 5,000 participants. This plan will supplement the current programme of local and foreign training through external bodies. In order to deliver this ambitious training plan, a team of 22 executives were developed as trainers through a Training of Trainers (TOT) programme conducted over a period of three months.The TOT programme covered the basics of adult learning and corporate training, and concluded with practical sessions which provided them the opportunity to sharpen their skills as trainers. The knowledge based culture we promote is further encouraged by Access Engineering supporting team member’s pursuance of higher studies and professional qualifications. In addition, promotions form a springboard for career development based on performance and meeting goals and objectives.This year, the number of staff promotions increased to 47. We also inculcate a strong spirit of cross-skilling, as this also helps in expanding knowledge horizons while also identifying individual skills and competencies.Therefore, job rotation is key to continuous professional development at Access Engineering and in the last three years, there have been a total of 52 instances of rotation.
Health, Safety and Welfare Work life balance remains paramount in our working culture and into this equation, we emphasize immense importance to occupational health and safety. While we conform and in most cases exceed the applicable health and safety regulations applicable to the construction industry, it is vital that we are very attentive to ensuring that our workplaces are safe and healthy. Access Engineering has an established Health & Safety Management System (HSMS) that stringently adheres to all safety measures and has a zero tolerance attitude to carelessness and negligence.The HSMS which was launched in November 2011, was subjected to an Initial Review by the certifying body Det Norske Veritas (DNV) and found to meet the requirements of OHSAS 18001:2007 international standard.The System is implemented in all operational locations of the Company and it will be subject to a Certifying Audit in September 2012. Welfare initiatives increased this year with insurance covers for team members and their families continuing, in addition to the food and accommodation for project staff, annual entertainment and sporting activities.The Head Office Team made their annual three day trip to Bentota, while the Projects Staff ventured to Nuwara Eliya, Bandarawela, Galle and Kandalama.The annual Access Christmas Carnival was held at Havelock Grounds on 11th December 2011 bringing together team members and their families for a fun filled event brimming with festive joy.
Helping hand to those in need
Industrial trainees learning the finer points of surveying
Inspiring the next, mock interviews at Kelaniya University
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