Have a look at the “Careers” page on the websites of Project Services companies and you will see that they often state something along the lines of: “We are always on the lookout for… [insert whatever specialists, roles and skill sets they typically contract]. Please send us your CV/Resume to anonymous@…” So, Read more…
When mobilising and delivering manpower-intensive projects in safety-regulated environments, the time, costs, and risks of sourcing and deploying a diverse workforce, particularly contractors, are compounded by the challenges of accessing ever increasing amounts of personal data – from CVs to qualifications, certifications, permits, licences, criminal record checks, passports, visas, insurance, training and medical Read more…
As we prepare to travel again, are we doing enough to ensure our workforce is sufficiently trained to mitigate the risks that may be encountered? Jim Lawrence, Director at Peregrine Risk Management, talks with Andy Thompson about launching Travel Risk Management training, behavioural change, and empowering people to think differently Read more…
In our inaugural “Training Leaders” series, Andy Thompson visits Erbil, Kurdistan, to speak with Charlie Mayne, Managing Director of VSC Security. We talk about bespoke training that enables organizations, and people, to operate with greater levels of confidence in the “complex environment” of Northern Iraq. Who are VSC and what Read more…
A corollary to connecting companies with qualified Safety, Security & Risk Management personnel is how those specialists become qualified in the first place, including the standards they work to, and the need for ongoing training and development. With overlapping objectives that help ensure people are sufficiently trained, qualified, and licensed Read more…