News
NFRC Roofing awards 2011
26 July 2011
We were delighted to receive a commendation for the NFRC Roofing 2011 awards; vertical cladding category for our work at Excel, Phase 2.
Teamkal awards - ExCeL Phase 2 - 2010
26 July 2011
We are delighted to receive 3 Teamkal awards.
1st award - "New product application" - based on the use of emerging Kalzip products.
2nd award - "Best overall performing project" - based on value for money and quality of inspection.
3rd award - "Best of the Best". Congratulations to everyone involved in a very successful project.
Achilles audit - 2011
17 May 2011
We completed our 4th year Achilles audit and we are delighted that we have retained our accreditation.Constructing Excellence in the North East awards 2011
17 May 2011
We were nominated and shortlisted for the SME category in the Constructing Excellence in the North East awards 2011.
We were delighted to receive the highly commended award on 13th May 2011 - well done to everyone.
Cycle to work scheme
17 May 2011
We have recently introduced a cycle to work scheme - we have had a positive response to the scheme with 16 applications.Best Large Company 2010 and Training Achievement 2010 awards
25 November 2010
Northern Counties Safety Group has presented us with awards for the "Best Large Company 2010" and "Training Achievement 2010". In addition, 5 of our Site Managers have been chosen by NCSG to receive a certificate for their exceptional contribution to health and safety standards on site during the period June 2009 - June 2010.
CHAS - 2010
25 November 2010
We completed a 3rd year audit and have retained certification for the Contractors Health and Safety Assessment Scheme.
Environmental - ISO14001 accreditation achieved November 2010
25 November 2010
Following our Stage 2 BSI assessment on 9th & 10th November 2010, we are delighted to have achieved accreditation. This demonstrates our commitment to review and reduce our environmental impact. We are proactive in our approach and have measured our carbon footprint, introduced a new company car and fuel policy as well as sustainability training for our employees.
Health and Safety milestone reached - October 2010
25 November 2010
We reached a milestone to be proud of, one million man hours worked without a reportable accident under RIDDOR (Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 1995). This is a superb achievement for a Company of our size, working in the high risk environment that we do. Reaching this milestone is testament to all the hard work and commitment shown by all employees to work safely.Investors in People award - September 2010
25 November 2010
We have just completed our 4th Investors in people review since our accreditation in December 2001.
We are pleased to confirm that following our last review, we continue to meet the IIP standard. This is in recognition of our sustained effort and our commitment to continuous improvement. Thank you to all our employees for their continued efforts and well done to everyone.
SAFEcontractor accreditation 2010
25 November 2010
We have completed our 1st assessment under the SAFEcontractor scheme and are pleased to announce we have achieved accreditation.Training
25 November 2010
Congratulations to our Factory employees who have completed a BTEC Certificate in Lean Organisation Management Techniques and a Business Improvement Techniques (BIT) Level 2 Manufacturing course.
Social Events
Tindale Crescent Golf Society Championship - 2011
03 October 2011
Barnard Castle Golf Club was the host venue for this years event despite being the home club for some of the entrants.
In balmy summer conditions there was a good turnout of members and their guests.
Despite all our efforts Andrew Binks came out on top in a closely contested competition to secure the trophy.
Our thanks to Liz for organizing the event
St. Patricks Race Day
17 May 2011
Our employee social event to the Newcastle races went down well on Saturday 19th March 2011 for the St. Patricks race meeting. The weather held and there were some winners amongst us.Charity Events
Charity cycle ride Scotland to Shildon
26 July 2011
Well done to Andy Harrison on completion of his sponsored cycle ride from Scotland to Shildon over the May 2011 bank holiday period (195 miles in total). Andy and his wife raised £1,325 for 4 charities.
Thanks to all who generously donated.
