It is recognised that many construction workers acquire various skills whilst working. These skills are however rarely recognised because no formal assessment has taken place. The many quality structures that exist around us are evidence of these skills.

The Association would like to encourage members to identify candidates from amongst their workforce to participate in this process which will serve not only to enhance the morale of workers, but also to increase their productivity. It is proven that when workers experience recognition, their productivity increases.

The assessment process is as follows:

• The employer identifies workers for assessment and recommends them to undergo the assessment.
• A simple Portfolio of Evidence providing evidence of work done by the employee is completed and submitted together with a CV – a template will be provided.
• Based on the skills identified for assessment, a quotation will be provided. The cost will be based on the number of days that it will take to assess the candidate.
• The candidate will undergo assessment to prove competency in the identified skill(s).
• A recognition of skills card will be issued, specifying the tasks for which the candidate has been deemed competent.

For assessment facilitation, contact the Master Builders Kwazulu-Natal Training Academy on  031 831 3238 or email training@masterbuilders.co.za.  

Examples of tasks against which assessments may be conducted are as follows:

Victor Smith | Training Manager