Alex D & D Training Ltd

07/08/2026

04/08/2026

“Can you set up the Total Station?”
Your site supervisor asks.
You pause for a second.
You have used one before. A few years ago.
In fact, “Total Station” is right there on your CV.
But standing in front of the instrument again, you suddenly start thinking:
Where do I start?
Is the tripod positioned correctly?
How do I level this thing again?
Which controls do I need?
And how confident am I that my readings are actually right?
This is something that does not always get talked about.
Knowing something on paper and being confident doing it on site are two different things.
Skills can get rusty. Equipment changes. And sometimes, you simply have not used a particular instrument for a while.
That's where practical training can make a real difference.
You get the equipment in front of you again.
You set it up.
You make mistakes.
You ask questions.
You try again.
And eventually, that feeling comes back:
“Yes. I remember how to do this.”
The image is from a practical surveying session at Alex D&D Training Ltd, working with a Leica TS15 Total Station.
So, here is the question for anyone in construction or surveying:
Have you ever had a skill listed on your CV that you had not used for years and then suddenly had to prove you could still do it?
we would be interested to hear your experience.

27/07/2026

755,000. That's how many additional construction workers the UK needs by 2030, according to a new National Audit Office report.

Construction already has the highest rate of hard-to-fill vacancies of any UK sector 45% vs a national average of 27%. And the government's own £625m skills package is at risk, not from lack of demand, but from an apprenticeship pipeline running far below target.

Translation: the advantage sits with people who are already qualified and ready to move up whether that's a higher CSCS card, site supervision, or the surveying skills the £725bn infrastructure pipeline will need.

We help people close that gap, from Level 2 NVQ to Level 7 Senior Management, plus GNSS, Total Station and AutoCAD training.

🔗 alexdd.co.uk
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23/07/2026

Precision Surveying Starts with the Right Training

At Alex D&D Training, our Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Surveying and Setting Out equips learners with hands-on experience using industry-standard equipment, including GNSS RTK rovers with tilt compensation technology and total station systems.

Whether you are new to the industry or building on existing site experience, our beginner and experienced routes are designed to develop practical, real-world competence in setting out, control point establishment, and precision measurement.

Modern infrastructure projects demand accurate, well-trained surveying professionals. We are proud to be preparing the next generation of engineering surveyors with the skills employers are looking for.

Enquire today to find out more by sending a DM or drop a comment

20/07/2026

First step onto site starts here. Our Level 1 Health & Safety course gets you ready for your CSCS Green Card.
We also run First Aid at Work for sites that need a qualified first aider.
send a dm.

13/07/2026

Do you know which CSCS card matches your role?
Many construction professionals assume the CSCS White Card is just another entry-level requirement. It is not. It is reserved for a specific group.

Who applies for the White Card?
Architects, structural and civil engineers, quantity surveyors, project managers, chartered builders, and other professionals who need site access but are not carrying out manual trade work.
Who qualifies?
There are two routes into the White Card:
🔹 Academically Qualified Person (AQP) – for those holding a construction-related degree, HND, HNC, or an approved CIOB/NEBOSH qualification.
🔹 Professionally Qualified Person (PQP) – for members of a CSCS-approved professional body such as ICE, RICS, CIOB, RIBA, or IStructE.
Both routes also require passing the CITB Managers and Professionals Health, Safety and Environment (MAP) Test before applying.
If your role puts you on site as a professional rather than a tradesperson, the White Card is likely the one that fits you, not a Green, Blue, or Black card.

At Alex D&D Training, we help learners and employers identify the correct CSCS route and build the qualifications and NVQ pathways that support it.
📩 Not sure which card applies to you? Get in touch and we will help you find out.

08/07/2026

Green, Gold or Black? Quick breakdown of CSCS cards:
Green = your starting point on site.
Gold = Level 3/4 NVQ skilled worker status.
Black = Level 6/7, senior management.

Comment your role below and we'll tell you exactly which one to aim for next.

06/07/2026

Want to actually use the equipment?, not just read about it? Our Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Surveying gets you hands-on with the Leica TS16 and GNSS GS18T gear from day one - the real equipment used on sites across the UK. Beginner or already experienced, there's a route for you.

Comment 'ROUTE' and we'll DM you the right link for Beginner or Experienced.

01/07/2026

We're back - and busier than ever.
Quiet month on here, loud month on site. We're back with weekly posts on courses, careers and what it really takes to get your CSCS card. If you've been thinking about setting out engineering or your next NVQ level, stick around - we've got you covered every week from here.

14/05/2026

Not sure which NVQ is right for you?

Choosing the right qualification can shape your career progression, confidence, and opportunities within the construction industry.

At Alex D&D Training, we help professionals find the NVQ pathway that matches their experience, trade, and career goals; whether you are starting out or looking to advance.

Flexible learning

Industry-recognised qualifications

Expert support throughout

Take the next step with confidence.

Visit: www.alexdd.co.uk

or email us at: [email protected]