August 2020

Editor’s Comment
MATT DOWNS
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It’s clear that the ability for operatives to be able to demonstrate their
competency and skills is only going to increase going forward.
Most recently, this has been shown by the requirement for installers looking
to carry out work under the government’s Green Homes Grant scheme to be
TrustMark accredited (p10). Such schemes will hopefully push landlords
and homeowners to think about the operatives they have working on their
properties rather than opting for the cheapest quote.
With this in mind, the roofing sector has been working towards an
accreditation for roofers for some time with the RoofCERT initiative. Despite
coronavirus, work has been ongoing and James Talman, Chief Executive of the
NFRC, provides an update and outlines the benefits of RoofCERT accreditation
on p16. As James explains: “Operatives across all parts of the construction
industry will find themselves being asked to demonstrate their competency to
satisfy employers and clients. It is no longer enough for an operative to just
rely on the number of years’ experience they have or to have an NVQ; further
accreditation is needed to demonstrate ongoing competency.”
In his latest Perfectly Pitched column, John Mercer continues his series of
consultant case studies. This month he’s focusing on roof tile fixings and
outlines the issues he encountered on a new build site he was called out to
and the solutions he provided. Read the full article on p26.
Nominate your Local Hero Roofer: SIG Roofing is shining a light on the
fantastic work being carried out by UK roofers. Find out more on p06.
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Elsewhere in this issue, Stuart Hicks looks back on developments at the
IoR in his first year as CEO (p18); Pauline Manley talks reals costs on p30;
and Tim Alcock offers his top van hygiene tips on p54. So read on for all
this and so much more!
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