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Here at D-marc we’re aware of the skills gap that has been having an adverse effect on the UK construction industry for quite some time.  Apprenticeships are being seen as a cost effective and methodical approach to dealing with the skills gap and providing the sector with the skilled workers it will need to keep Britain at the forefront of construction and, hopefully, kick start a stagnant economy.  According to the Roofing Industry Alliance (RIA), the roofing sector has seen an increase in the number of apprentices in recent years, but the organisation is questioning whether enough is bei

Anybody in the UK who works at height needs to undergo the requisite safety training that will help them to avoid having an accident and falling at work.  Within Britain’s main industrial sectors the highest rate of fatal injuries are seen in the construction, agricultural and waste/recycling industries.  The most common accidents which result in a fatal injury are falls from height (this is followed by being struck by a vehicle and being struck by moving or falling objects).  Luckily, fatal work injuries in the UK have taken a downward turn, with figures decreasing year upon year.  However