Training
Policy Statement
Continuous learning and development for all our employees is a fundamental component of Skyform Specialist Contracts Ltd’s success. It is part of Skyform Specialist Contracts Ltd’s policy standard to actively plan, encourage and assist in the training, re-training, and career development of all its employees. Skyform Specialist Contracts Ltd considers learning and development to be an essential factor in creating a safe, professional, progressive and efficient organisation.
The Skyform Training Policy sets out our responsibilities and for those working for us in relation to learning and development and to provide information and guidance to those working for us on the opportunities available for career development.
This policy standard applies to all employees working at all levels and grades (whether permanent, fixed term or temporary). Every employee and their respective line manager are jointly responsible for the employee’s learning and development. These learning and development requirements will form part of, but not limited to, the discussions held as part of the individual’s objective setting and performance and development review process.
Skyform employs all of our own operatives from the local workforce and believe that training and skill development of our staff is the key to the success of our business. We work closely with the manufacturer of products including Fosroc, Weber, Sika, Alumasc, Liquid Plastics Structherm to ensure our staff receives the correct training from them to maintain our approved applicator status.
Scope
This policy applies to all employees of Skyform Specialist Contracts, Wind & ECO Division. The policy applies equally to all employees irrespective of their employment status, function, grade or location.
In accordance with the company’s Equal Opportunities Policy, all employees are treated equally in the provision of training and development opportunities and are provided with equal access to training and development opportunities relevant to their needs.
Responsibilities
It is the responsibility of the Managing Director to:
identify and consider training and development as an integral part of the strategic planning process;
provide adequate resources for training and development across the company;
evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of training and development; and
Monitor the efficiency and effectiveness of this policy.
It is the responsibility of Senior Contracts Manager to:
ensure that the training and development needs of all employees are assessed and provided for in accordance with this policy; and
Agree and provide appropriate and cost effective training and development solutions.
All employees are responsible for:
Identifying their own training and development needs and bringing these to the attention of their appointed Site Supervisor.
undertaking training and development activities which will enable them to perform their work efficiently and effectively; and
Managing their own learning and professional updating.
take reasonable care of their own safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts (what they do) or their omissions (what they fail to do)
Have a duty to co-operate with reasonable demands placed on them by their employer in their attempts to comply with their legal duties;
Have a duty not to misuse anything provided by you for their health and safety
Have a duty to bring to your attention anything they feel could affect health and safety and about which you may not be aware.
Review and Monitoring
Overall responsibility for the operation of this policy lies with the Senior Contracts Manager. The effectiveness of the policy will be monitored by our Managing Director.
Training and Development Needs
Training and development will be provided only where needs exist. Our Senior Contracts Manager will identify the training needs of their employees. Training and development needs, once identified will be collated centrally and priorities assessed. All training and development activities must be approved in writing, in advance by a Company Director. Attendance on external training and development courses, including day release courses, requires further written approval, in advance, by a Company Director.
Budgetary Control
The Financial Director will determine the annual budget available and formulate a strategy for the deployment and expenditure of available resources.
Induction
All new entrants to the company will receive appropriate induction training. Staff transferring within the company will be provided with an appropriate local induction, which will include the identification of appropriate training and development needs.
Health and Safety Training
All employees will be given adequate health and safety training, including information on emergency procedures, before they start work. The need for health and safety training will be reassessed on a regular basis and in particular when there has been a change in operating procedures. Retraining and/or refresher training will be provided whenever necessary.
Evaluating Training & Development
All training and development activities will be evaluated. At company level, the Senior Contracts Manager will be responsible for evaluating all training and development activities against the company’s strategy and goals on an annual basis.
At local level, appointed Site Supervisors will validate and evaluate training and development activities on an ongoing basis, to ensure their relevance, added value and best practice.