State of the Industry Results
To better understand the state of the industry and how prepared TRA members are for future challenges around the economy, net-zero targets and recruitment, the TRA’s first State of the Industry survey was sent to members to learn about their businesses and plans. The survey has revealed several concerns within the industry. Businesses reported mixed … Continue reading “State of the Industry Results”
Get ready for the TRA AGM 2024
The TRA Annual General Meeting 2024 is scheduled for 18 April 2024 and will be hosted at the Mercure Warwickshire Walton Hall Hotel & Spa. The AGM is a valuable opportunity for TRA members to catch up with one another, network, and share ideas about the issues currently affecting our industry. Similar to the previous … Continue reading “Get ready for the TRA AGM 2024”
West Midlands meeting date announced
The TRA West Midlands regional meeting is scheduled for 6 February 2024 at the Wolverhampton Wanderers Football Club, Molineux Stadium, Waterloo Rd, Wolverhampton, West Midlands, England, WV1 4QR. TRA regional meetings are a perfect opportunity to participate in discussions around the important issues affecting our industry and a great opportunity to introduce new and younger … Continue reading “West Midlands meeting date announced”
New training course for metal web joist designers
TRA members will soon be able to register their teams for a brand new course which offers training for metal web joist designers. The Metal Web Designer Development Programme (DDP) closely follows the format of the Trussed Rafter DDP and will offer a complete training route for those wanting to prove their knowledge and experience … Continue reading “New training course for metal web joist designers”
What to expect before your inspection with the HSE on Wood Dust
Working with wood dust can lead to serious and often irreversible health issues, including sinus and nasal cavity cancer, asthma, and dermatitis. Employers in the woodworking industry are legally obligated to prevent or effectively manage employee exposure to wood dust within the workplace. An Urgent Call for Woodworking Businesses The HSE conducted over 1,000 inspections … Continue reading “What to expect before your inspection with the HSE on Wood Dust”
Taking the first step in becoming carbon neutral
Scotts Timber Engineering, a member of the Trussed Rafter Association (TRA), has recently achieved a Carbon Footprinting certification from Go Climate Positive, a provider of carbon management and offsetting services. They are the only timber engineering business to receive a Go Climate Positive certification and has been found to be achieving a third less carbon … Continue reading “Taking the first step in becoming carbon neutral”
Looking after the mental health of those around you
World Suicide Prevention Day was a global reminder of the importance of mental health. According to recent statistics from the ONS, 5,583 people lost their lives due to suicide in England and Wales in 2021. In the construction industry, the number of people taking their own lives has increased from 26 per 100,000 seven years … Continue reading “Looking after the mental health of those around you”
Forging closer links with the next generation of timber industry professionals
The TRA was recently invited to attend the Timber Industry College hub (formerly City Hubs) event, which took place at Lincoln College. Timber Industry College Hub is an initiative developed by Timber Development UK (TDUK) and the Institute of Carpenters (IOC) that showcases the different employment opportunities available from the UK and international timber supply … Continue reading “Forging closer links with the next generation of timber industry professionals”
South West Regional Meeting
The TRA regional meeting is set to take place on Wednesday 23 August, at The Thornbury Golf Centre, Bristol Road, Thornbury, BS35 3XL. Attending the TRA regional meetings is an excellent way to stay updated with colleagues and provides a great opportunity to take part in discussions around the important issues affecting our industry. Some of … Continue reading “South West Regional Meeting”
UKCA marking update
Despite the announcement this week that the Department for Business and Trade will indefinitely extend the use of the CE mark for UK businesses, the Construction Products Association has received confirmation from the Department for Levelling Up, Housing, and Communities (DLUHC) that the latest announcement does not apply to construction products. The CPA says: DLUHC … Continue reading “UKCA marking update”
