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Construction 18/03/25

Softwashing Techniques – Best Practices for Superior Cleaning

This informal CPD article, ‘Softwashing Techniques – Best Practices for Superior Cleaning’,was provided by SoftWash UK, who offer professional softwashing services. They are committed to advancing the field of softwashing through continuous innovation, education, and reliable customer service.

Construction 18/03/25

The Science Behind Softwashing – Why It’s More Than Just Cleaning

This informal CPD article, ‘The Science Behind Softwashing – Why It’s More Than Just Cleaning’, was provided by SoftWash UK, who offer professional softwashing services. They are committed to advancing the field of softwashing through continuous innovation, education, and reliable customer service.

Construction 15/03/25

Black Boots Technology - CPD Member Case Study

We have been asking our members from across the industries the reasons why they became a CPD provider. This CPD Member case study was provided by Black Boots Technology. For more information, please visit their CPD Member Directory page.

Construction 27/01/25

Preventing Musculoskeletal Injuries at Work

This informal CPD article ‘Preventing Musculoskeletal Injuries at Work’ was provided by SafeSmart, leaders in providing Health, Safety and Fire Safety Software and Services.

Construction 27/01/25

Open vs. Closed Processing in Biopharmaceuticals: A Guide to Effective Contamination Control

This informal CPD article ‘Open vs. Closed Processing in Biopharmaceuticals: A Guide to Effective Contamination Control’, was provided by Pharmalliance Consulting, who offer specialist support to pharmaceutical companies to maintain and increase quality compliance levels.

Construction 20/12/24

Lean Manufacturing for Competitive Advantage

This informal CPD article, ‘Lean Manufacturing for Competitive Advantage’, was provided by Muhammad Hasnain Raza at Mechesol Co., who deliver high-quality innovative product development solutions for domestic and industrial clients.

Construction 16/12/24

Understanding Safety Cases

This informal CPD article ‘Understanding Safety Cases’, was provided by Synergen Oil and Gas UK, an independent engineering consultancy specialising in Process Safety, Technical Risk Management and Operational Safety services.

Construction 29/11/24

Crafting an Effective Resident Engagement Strategy (RES)

This informal CPD article, ‘Crafting an Effective Resident Engagement Strategy (RES)’, was provided by Black Boots Technology, a software company providing AI based technology to various industries where specific challenges exist.

Construction 29/11/24

Ensuring Quality Standards in Global Supply Chains & The Role of QA

This informal CPD article, ‘Ensuring Quality Standards in Global Supply Chains & The Role of QA’, was provided by Muhammad Hasnain Raza at Mechesol Co., who deliver high-quality innovative product development solutions for domestic and industrial clients.

Construction 21/11/24

Leveraging AI and Machine Learning in the Construction Industry

This informal CPD article ‘Leveraging AI and Machine Learning in the Construction Industry’, was provided by Pentagon Solutions, a leading technology and consultancy partner in the UK & Ireland for companies who strive to gain efficiencies in their business by digitalisation of their assets and processes.

Construction 17/11/24

TankSkills - CPD Member Case Study

We have been asking our members from across the industries the reasons why they became a CPD provider. This CPD Member case study was provided by TankSkills. For more information, please visit their CPD Member Directory page.

Construction 01/11/24

How are Architects and Architecture different today? How Architecture affects holistic wellbeing

This informal CPD article ‘How are Architects and Architecture different today?’ was provided by Frven Lim of WHAD-FLYT. WHAD stands for Wellbeing+Happiness through Architecture+Design and helps design practices show how well-designed environments improve physical and mental well-being.

Construction 25/10/24

Offshore Safety Management: Why It Matters and How to Achieve It

This informal CPD article ‘Offshore Safety Management: Why It Matters and How to Achieve It’, was provided by Synergen Oil and Gas UK, an independent engineering consultancy specialising in Process Safety, Technical Risk Management and Operational Safety services.

Construction 23/10/24

10 Key Mistakes To Avoid When Developing Effective Lockout Procedures

This informal CPD article, ‘10 Key Mistakes To Avoid When Developing Effective Lockout Procedures', was provided by E-Square Alliance, a global leader in hazardous energy isolation, providing life-critical Lockout Tagout safety solutions that safeguard industrial workers worldwide.

Construction 18/10/24

Leapfrogging BIM Adoption Challenges in Francophone Africa

This informal CPD article, ‘Leapfrogging BIM Adoption Challenges in Francophone Africa,’ was provided by Henry Abanda at Digital Technology Consultancy, an organisation that builds and enhances the capacities of construction firms in implementing digital technologies including BIM.

Construction 10/10/24

Developing Competency Frameworks for Tank Storage Industry Personnel

This informal CPD article, ‘Developing Competency Frameworks for Tank Storage Industry Personnel‘, was provided TankSkills, who provide consulting and training for oil, gas, marine, and tank terminal industries including tailored HR solutions, efficient staffing models, and strategic recruitment.

Construction 23/09/24

CPD Training for Social Housing Managers

Social housing is an important aspect of the overall housing and societal infrastructure within the UK. Recently, increased expectations for social housing managers have been introduced to raise standards within the sector. In this article, we will cover the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements for social housing managers, including the benefits and where to find relevant CPD training.

Construction 09/09/24

Mandatory Occurrence Report (MOR): A Crucial Component of Building Safety

This informal CPD article, ‘Mandatory Occurrence Report (MOR): A Crucial Component of Building Safety’, was provided by Black Boots Technology, a software company providing AI based technology to various industries where specific challenges exist.

Construction 06/09/24

Terminal Management: Best Practices and Case Studies

This informal CPD article, ‘Terminal Management: Best Practices and Case Studies‘, was provided by TankSkills, who offer consulting and training for oil, gas, marine, and tank terminal industries including tailored HR solutions, efficient staffing models, and strategic recruitment.

Construction 06/09/24

Accurate diagnosis: The key to damp remediation

This informal CPD article, ‘Accurate diagnosis: The key to damp remediation’ was provided by Safeguard Europe, a UK-based company specialising in providing damp-proofing and waterproofing solutions for the construction industry.

Overview of the Construction Industry

The construction industry contributed £103 billion to the economy in 2014, which equates to 6.5% of the UK total. The industry employs over 2.1 million people, an impressive 6.3% of total employment. Construction is an extremely large industry, complex and diverse, covering a wide range of activities including house-builders, commercial property developers, designers & architects, materials producers, technicians, specifiers, manufacturers, suppliers, contractors and consultants ("www.parliament.uk":http://www.parliament.uk, No: 01432, 6 Aug 2015).

The Department for Business Innovation & Skills UK Construction Economic Analysis Report (July, 2013) states that the construction industry is one of the largest sectors in the UK but is significantly more fragmented than its main European competitors. Major factors that are creating change in the sector include the ongoing movement towards a globalised market, demand for sustainable development and the technological growth of emerging economies.

CPD in the Construction Industry

The CPD Certification Service works alongside the construction sector to ensure training courses, seminars and learning activities are compatible with Continuing Professional Development policies of the industry. CPD has been long-established within the sector, with all of the industry professional bodies having longstanding CPD requirements in place.

All members of the Chartered Institute of Plumbing & Heating Engineers (CIPHE) are required to participate in Continuing Professional Development, and are currently recommended to obtain 30 hours of CPD on an annual basis. The Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE) states that CPD is an essential part of personal development that helps maintain professional status and facilitates learning new ideas from fellow professionals. CABE members are required to complete 35 hours of CPD each year.

The Association of Project Managers (APM) have integrated CPD into the APM FIVE Dimensions of Professionalism, ensuring there is a commitment from all members to lifelong learning. APM members are required to complete 35 hours of CPD from both formal and informal training environments. Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) members are required to complete at least 20 hours of CPD each year, and the Chartered Institute of Highways & Transportation expect members to obtain at least 25 hours of CPD, spread over a 3 year period.

From an architectural standpoint, both the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT) and the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) require members to comply with a minimum number of 35 CPD hours each year, of which at least 50% should come from a structured training environment.