July 17, 2018 2:32 pm
Published by sctg
Slinger Signaller Course Duration Days: 1 – 4 (last day for CPCS testing) Attendees 1 – 6 Course Objectives By the end of the course the delegate should be able to: Understand and follow lift plans. Select, attach and detach appropriate lifting accessories. Demonstrate an understanding of responsibilities under relevant legislation. Determine the serviceability of accessories and how to maintain and store them correctly. Establish the weight and dimensions of loads and communicate this information to the crane operator. Direct the actions of a crane moving loads, by giving clear signals to ensure safety of personnel and plant. Course Summary Code of signals Slinging methods LOLER Certification Relevant regulations/legislation Basic, standard and complex lifts Handling/storage of accessories Selection of lifting... Read more
May 15, 2018 10:57 am
Published by Jenny MacIver
This is a three day course run as a module, please see Setting Out for Construction. Setting Out for Construction
May 15, 2018 10:56 am
Published by Jenny MacIver
This 2 day course comprises days 1 and 2 of the 5-Day course, Setting Out For Construction. It is aimed at anyone who uses or supervises the use of a level or laser level on a construction site. Who the course is aimed at: Students studying Civil Engineering or Construction Management Trainee engineers Graduate Engineers or Construction Managers Joiners, groundworkers, supervisors and site managers Others with relevant industry experience (please contact us to discuss your specific situation and we can offer advice) The course is also an option for delegates who would like to split the 5-day course over 2 sessions rather than attend the course in a single 5 day block. The levelling (2 days) and total station (3... Read more
May 8, 2018 2:50 pm
Published by Jenny MacIver
Mental Health Awareness Part 2 follows on from SCTG’s Mental Health Awareness training delivered by Dr Alan Curley, BSc, D.Hyp, MBSCH, PhD for Managers & Supervisors and is for those who would like to learn the best ways to support staff who are struggling with stress. The training takes you through 4 case studies and the paperwork that managers and supervisors need to deal with when staff are/have been absent with stress issues. The training also covers Carrying out staff Stress Risk Assessment Creating supported improvement Writing Action Plans Signing off and completing follow-up assessment The half-day sessions will last for 4 hours and include a mix of theory and practice with a certificate given for successful completion. Anyone who missed... Read more
April 20, 2018 5:12 pm
Published by sctg
Principles of Construction Contracts Construction Contract Training Construction projects involve large capital sums, and strong commercial management is essential to success. The construction contract monitors, controls and administers the project and also defines the relationship between client, consultant and contractor. Despite a common aim to “get finished on time and get value for money” many projects take longer than programmed and cost considerably more than the original budget. It is therefore essential that all those involved have a clear commercial understanding of construction contracts, the law that underpins them and how they operate in practice. This comprehensive 2 day course has been specifically developed to provide you with a high level of commercial and contractual understanding and the confidence to... Read more
April 20, 2018 4:54 pm
Published by sctg
‘This one day training course provides delegates with a broad insight to the topic of Temporary Works, including an understanding of the essentials of good safety risk management. This course is designed to provide training for those involved in the temporary works process but who are not undertaking the role of Temporary Works Co-ordinator or Supervisor as defined in BS5975. The course assumes limited or no detailed previous knowledge of temporary works. The course is likely to benefit: Delegates who are not likely to undertake the role of TWC or TWS in the near future (or at all) but may be involved in the temporary works process during construction planning Directors, contract managers, site foremen, estimators, planners, procurement, commercial Managers... Read more
