Professional Development in Construction Industry
Enhance your construction knowledge and skills with Continuous Professional Development (CPD) in Building Services Engineering. Discover the benefits of upskilling, occupational competence, and staying updated on legal requirements. Stay competitive and efficient in the construction sector by investing in your professional growth.
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T Level Technical Qualification in Building Services Engineering for Construction (Level 3) 4: Construction and the built environment industry PowerPoint 9: 4.8 The role of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) in developing the knowledge and skills of those working in the sector # of 22
T Level Technical Qualification in Building Services Engineering for Construction (Level 3) The importance of Continuous Professional Development There are many benefits to maintaining personal advancement through a programme of Continuous Professional Development (CPD). Personnel in professional roles and operatives on site keep up with best practice in their field of work. The ability to understand and work with progressive developments adopted by the industry. Enhanced personal value to the wider construction industry. Maintenance of the right mindset in relation to legal requirements. # of 22
T Level Technical Qualification in Building Services Engineering for Construction (Level 3) Upskilling A skilled workforce is vital to efficiency and productivity. Upskilling and personal development enhances these important factors. Structured development of personnel supports company growth and collaboration opportunities with partners. Upskilling of the workforce enhances the company s reputation. Improving skills enables deadlines and scheduling to be met more reliably. # of 22
T Level Technical Qualification in Building Services Engineering for Construction (Level 3) Occupational competence Change management efficiency is supported by up to date and relevant workforce skills. Well trained and progressive workers are more likely to adapt and problem-solve successfully. Occupational competence and currency of skills stimulates team flexibility and adaptability. Unexpected events can be dealt with collaboratively. A well trained and progressive workforce creates a modern company image attracting clients. # of 22
T Level Technical Qualification in Building Services Engineering for Construction (Level 3) Legal requirements Regulations are periodically amended, refined and improved. CPD is vital in keeping up to date with regulatory amendments. An example is Gas Safe. Operatives working with gas installations and appliances must be certified as competent and be tested for current knowledge and ongoing competency at regulated periods. Health and safety legislation is periodically amended and updated. Keeping up to date is vital to maintaining standards and avoiding penalties for non-compliance. # of 22
T Level Technical Qualification in Building Services Engineering for Construction (Level 3) Product knowledge Some well-established traditional materials and work methods have been improved or refined requiring up-to-date product knowledge to maintain safety and efficiency in accordance with manufacturer s instructions. Some examples of the importance of keeping up to date with product knowledge are changes in insulation materials and specifications and the introduction of the requirement for structures to be airtight. Make a note of the following modern building methods and terminology. Research the items listed to gain an idea of the new developments being adopted in modern construction. Insulated Concrete Formwork (ICF). Volumetric (pod/modular) construction. Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs). # of 22
T Level Technical Qualification in Building Services Engineering for Construction (Level 3) Benefits of CPD A summary of some of the benefits of CPD to individual workers and at a company level. Career development. Maintaining best practice. Workforce upskilling and forward planning. Safety of the client and public. # of 22
T Level Technical Qualification in Building Services Engineering for Construction (Level 3) Providers of CPD Organisations and groups that provide CPD training and support: Professional bodies: Craft guilds, federations, institutes. Accreditation / Certification bodies: CSCS, Gas Safe, Home Quality Mark. Manufacturers: Specifications, company representatives/consultants, manufacturer s instructions. In house/toolbox talks: Company appointed consultant, training officer, refresher sessions. # of 22
T Level Technical Qualification in Building Services Engineering for Construction (Level 3) Types of CPD Formal: Seminar, lecture, college/university course, accredited qualifications. Informal: Work experience, self-learning, colleague discussion, supervisor training. Chartered: CPD planned and recorded, structured learning and development, analysis of needs. # of 22
T Level Technical Qualification in Building Services Engineering for Construction (Level 3) Any questions? # of 22
