To help bridge the skills gap there are a number of organisations investing in the expertise we need for the roofing industry to flourish. This map shows just a few of the diverse range of training options across the UK, from college courses and apprenticeships to product specific manufacturer instruction. In this section you’ll also find articles explaining just how some of these centres are tackling the skills shortage head on.
Article Page No. | Location | |
RCI Exhibition 2017, CITB drop in clinic | 4 | Coventry |
Marley Eternit Training Venues | 5 | 3 Locations |
Colleges benefiting from SIG Roofing Academy | 8 | Nationwide |
Velux Training Centre | 10 | Glenrothes |
ALM Training Facility | 14 | Hoddesdon |
Russell Roofing Technical Training & Research Centre | 18 | Burton-on-Trent |
Redland National Training Centre | 19 | South Cerney |
Klober Training Facility | 20 | Castle Donington |
NFRC Affiliated Colleges (x21) | 20 | Nationwide |
Hambleside Danelaw Training Centre | 21 | 2 Locations |
SIG Design Technology Accredited Contractors | 24 | Shepshed |
IKO Training | 28 | Wigan |
Kingspan Academy | 32 | 3 Locations |
FIX-R demo days and training available at over 165 locations nationwide – contact your local branch, details can be found on the back page.
CITB training courses and roofing apprenticeships are available across England, Scotland and Wales – see page 31 or visit www.citb.co.uk.
The SIG Industrial Roofing Centre offers impartial advice on choosing the right industrial roofing product training for you. Whether it’s refresher training on installation methods, bespoke training or training for complete novices they can help! Simply call 0870 264 7766 or email [email protected].
Manufacturers and suppliers also offer bespoke training, tailored to your individual requirements. Email: [email protected] tell us what you need and we will be happy to help.
Training on CrysticROOF products are available from Scott Bader.
Book a factory tour with Steadmans and receive information about:
- Wall and roof panels performance and specification
- Building regulations
- Installation instructions
- Details of their independent warranty
Read more on page 30 or for more information call 01697 478277 or email [email protected].