ABC Assessment Centre

ABC Assessment Centre On a mission to upskill construction workforces through accredited Short Course Training and NVQs

Are your site supervisors properly certified to oversee critical safety protocols? If not, it's time to get them trained...
12/12/2024

Are your site supervisors properly certified to oversee critical safety protocols?

If not, it's time to get them trained and accredited through The ABC Assessment Centre's SSSTS Courses.

As an approved CITB Site Safety Plus training provider, we have qualified, experienced tutors ready to equip your teams with the essential knowledge and certification needed to excel in supervisory roles. Our 2-day SSSTS course covers:

✔️ Health & safety legislation
✔️ Risk assessments and method statements
✔️ Controlling site safety and monitoring activities
✔️ Conducting effective worker inductions and briefings
✔️ Identifying and intervening on bad safety practices

Attendees receive the mandatory course materials, sit an invigilated exam, and get their certificates - all included in the fee. And for those needing to renew their SSSTS qualification every 5 years, we also offer the 1-day Refresher course.

Contact us today to get your teams enrolled and site safety compliant: https://bricktraining.co.uk/portfolio/sssts-courses/?portfolioCats=32

When it comes to upskilling the construction workforce, The ABC Assessment Centre is far more than just a typical traini...
05/12/2024

When it comes to upskilling the construction workforce, The ABC Assessment Centre is far more than just a typical training provider.

As a CITB Approved Training Organisation (ATO), we've gone above and beyond to deliver the best possible learning experiences for bricklayers.

Our commitment to setting the bar higher for bricklaying education is a testament to our passion for developing a safer, more efficient construction industry. Whether you're looking to upskill your existing crews or onboard new talent, partnering with The ABC Assessment Centre is the smart choice.

Connect with us today to learn more about our innovative training solutions.

With Grandfather Rights for experienced bricklayers coming to an end, now is the crucial moment to secure your qualifications. Don't risk losing your ability to work on-site – contact us today to convert your valuable experience into a recognised certification: https://bricktraining.co.uk/

Staying ahead of the curve on critical building techniques is essential for maintaining a competitive edge in the constr...
03/12/2024

Staying ahead of the curve on critical building techniques is essential for maintaining a competitive edge in the construction industry.

That's why we're always one step ahead at The ABC Assessment Centre.

Introducing our "Masonry Support Angle Installation" training course - the perfect way to elevate your teams' skills in 2025.

Many construction professionals, even seasoned veterans, struggle with the finer points of installing masonry support angle systems properly. From selecting the right type for the job to understanding positioning, adjustment methods, and compliance with regulations - there's a lot to keep track of.

That's where this intensive, one-day course comes in. Led by expert industry trainers, it's designed to give your crews comprehensive, hands-on competency in:

Identifying where and why masonry support angles are used in buildings

Recognising different angle types and selecting the appropriate one

Understanding structural tolerances and proper installation techniques

Putting knowledge into practice by installing a full support angle system

Invest in your team today: https://bricktraining.co.uk/portfolio/masonry-support-angle-installation/?portfolioCats=32

🔔 REMINDER 🔔There are only 2 more days left for you to get your entries in for The ABC Awards! 🍾We’re hosting this fanta...
28/11/2024

🔔 REMINDER 🔔

There are only 2 more days left for you to get your entries in for The ABC Awards! 🍾

We’re hosting this fantastic event on February 28th at the St Pancras Hotel, giving us a well-deserved chance to recognise the achievements of brickwork professionals across the country.

Get your entries in now!

*ABC members must submit entries to [email protected] no later than 30/11/24.

Ensuring your teams have the right accreditations and skills is crucial for maintaining safety, efficiency, and profitab...
26/11/2024

Ensuring your teams have the right accreditations and skills is crucial for maintaining safety, efficiency, and profitability on site.

That's why we're excited to share details on our ""Level 2 NVQ in Brickwork Technician"".

This comprehensive program recognises the vital work of construction operatives who install essential building components like masonry support, brick soffits, windposts, v***r barriers, and cavity barriers. By successfully completing this accredited training, your employees will not only gain practical, job-specific skills, but also achieve the qualifications needed to apply for a Blue (Skilled Worker) CSCS Card.

Here's how this Accredited NVQ can benefit your business:

✔️ Upskill your bricklaying teams to meet the latest industry standards and regulations.

✔️ Ensure your projects comply with all building codes and safety requirements.

✔️ Boost productivity and efficiency on site by leveraging employees' expanded capabilities.

✔️ Enhance your company's reputation by demonstrating a commitment to workforce development.

✔️ Simplify the CSCS card application process for your skilled workers.

Don't let your competition get ahead: https://bricktraining.co.uk/portfolio/level-2-brickwork-technician-nvq/?portfolioCats=34

As a business in the construction industry, upskilling your workforce on fire protection best practices is critical to m...
21/11/2024

As a business in the construction industry, upskilling your workforce on fire protection best practices is critical to meeting safety regulations and protecting your projects.

That's why we're proud to offer the "Installing Fire Barriers and Breaks" training course.

This one-day program equips participants with the skills, knowledge, and hands-on ability to identify where fire-stopping is required and how to properly install cavity barriers and other passive fire protection elements.

Key topics covered include:

👉 The crucial role of fire-stopping and passive fire protection in buildings

👉 In-depth understanding of cavity barriers, their function, and installation techniques per manufacturer specs

👉 Other essential fire protection components like party wall closers, open state fire barriers, and linear gap seals

👉 Fire break requirements for service penetrations

👉 Product testing, accreditation, and compliance

But it's not just classroom learning - attendees also get to practice installing a horizontal cavity barrier, with expert trainers assessing their competency.

Investing in this specialised training for your construction teams is an essential step in ensuring your projects meet the latest fire safety regulations.

Reserve your team's spots today: https://bricktraining.co.uk/portfolio/installing-fire-barriers-and-breaks/

There are only 11 days left to get your entries in for The ABC Awards 2024...  This must-attend event for The Associatio...
19/11/2024

There are only 11 days left to get your entries in for The ABC Awards 2024...

This must-attend event for The Association of Brickwork Contractors’ member employers and Associate Members is the only awards night that specifically recognises the achievements of brickwork subbies in the UK construction industry.

So, join us on the 28th of February at St Pancras Hotel to celebrate our industry! 🍾👏

*ABC members must submit entries to [email protected] no later than 30/11/24.

Self-development is the key to long-term success and fulfillment. 🙌If you're a bricklayer and are unsure why we use join...
14/11/2024

Self-development is the key to long-term success and fulfillment. 🙌

If you're a bricklayer and are unsure why we use joints in masonry, this could be the course for you.

It covers all you need to know about movement joints as a bricklayer, including:

✔️ Identifying expansion joints from drawings
✔️ How to set out masonry runs accordingly
✔️ Different methods of restraint depending on the substrate and fixings used

You can read more about this course here: https://bricktraining.co.uk/portfolio/introduction-to-movement-joints/?portfolioCats=32

Introducing our most recent NVQ assessment...Level 6 Occupational Health and Safety Practice. 👇Currently completing this...
12/11/2024

Introducing our most recent NVQ assessment...

Level 6 Occupational Health and Safety Practice. 👇

Currently completing this brand-new qualification is our first cohort of students. And we’d love for you to join us, too!

Our industry-leading NVQ assessors can join your staff either remotely or on-site (there is an option for both) and help them gain the relevant skills, experience, and expertise needed to assess health and safety procedures.

This qualification assesses the competence of occupational health and safety practitioners responsible for developing, implementing, and reviewing an organisation's health and safety procedures.

The assessment is designed for those working in occupational health and safety practitioner roles within an organisation.

Get in touch with us today to find out more:

📞 +44 7309 777 959
📩 [email protected]

Our next “Correct Fixings for Bricklayers” CITB course is coming up soon. ⏳ This one-day short course, created in partne...
07/11/2024

Our next “Correct Fixings for Bricklayers” CITB course is coming up soon. ⏳

This one-day short course, created in partnership with several industry leaders, including Grayson (GB) Ltd, Rawlplug UK, Vision Construction Ltd, and The Association of Brickwork Contractors Ltd., is taking place at Rawlplug UK’s state-of-the-art Training Academy in Winnersh. It is 50% classroom-based and 50% practical assessment.

Upon completion of the training, your staff will receive an ABC Assessment Centre training certificate, as well as a CITB accreditation.

The fixings used to secure masonry elements play a critical role in ensuring the finished product's overall structural integrity and safety, so this course is a must to ensure your staff are meeting legal requirements and safely applying fixings.

Book your staff onto this course now: https://bricktraining.co.uk/portfolio/correct-fixings-for-bricklayers/?portfolioCats=32

What has the ABC team been up to recently? 👀As always, we're working tirelessly to improve the quality of brick tradesma...
05/11/2024

What has the ABC team been up to recently? 👀

As always, we're working tirelessly to improve the quality of brick tradesmanship across the UK.

We’ve been achieving this by:

👉 Delivering top quality, accredited brick training
👉 Providing unique learning interventions that focus on the latest innovations and technologies
👉 Reducing skills gaps in the brick industry
👉 Eradicating fraudulent or insufficient onsite assessments
👉 Delivering Quality Assurance and Customer/Client Handover Training to Callan Construction in Wembley
👉 Finishing up the third cohort of our Fixings course at Rawlplug
👉 Providing training for our Installing Fire Barriers and Breaks course in Boston.

All of this is to ensure all brickwork contractors can build and maintain a fully qualified and competent workforce.

Want to find out more or discuss our services?

Get in touch with us today:

📞 +44 7309 777 959
📩 [email protected]

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We don’t want to give you the fright of your life... But is there anything scarier than this wall? Happy Halloween! 🎃👻 M...
31/10/2024

We don’t want to give you the fright of your life...

But is there anything scarier than this wall?

Happy Halloween! 🎃👻

Make sure your bricklayers don’t give you a similar scare: https://bricktraining.co.uk/

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