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Archives for November 2023

Have Your Say – Scottish Government Consultation

Members News, Technical News |

The Scottish Government have recently announced that the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) would be replaced with a new qualifications body. It has also announced its intention to establish a new independent inspectorate, whilst also needing to understand how best to align education inspection with the wider inspection system.

The Scottish Government is taking forward a significant programme of education and skills reform. It aims to reshape the ways in which they support improvement in the quality of teaching and learning and achieve improved outcomes and experiences for pupils and students in every setting.

Your views on the Education Reform: A Consultation on the Provisions of the Education Bill will help shape how they establish a new qualifications body, and our approaches to inspection, so that they can deliver in the best interests for all in Scotland. They want to hear a wide variety of views from the public and those experiencing and working within our education and skills system.

Whilst the focus is to provide a more structured and long term approach to implementation of a curriculum there is also the proposal to form a new qualifications body that should be an executive Non-Department Public Body (NDPB). The governance structure of the proposed body will ensure that the current functions of SQA continue but better representation around the design and delivery of qualifications, and indeed an independent inspectorate.

Feedback from across the system shows that that national education organisations are not always close enough to pupils and students. Reform provides an opportunity to increase trust and confidence in these organisations from practitioners, parents and carers and other stakeholders. There is a clear desire to simplify policies and institutions for clarity and coherence.

The purpose of this consultation is to seek views on:

• the proposals to replace the SQA
• approaches to maximise the role inspection plays in providing assurance and supporting teachers and other practitioners to improve education in Scotland, including through legislation.

For those that want to provide input to this consultation in regards to Glass and Glazing Sector and Construction, please do so by clicking on the link below. There are 12 questions and they can be seen in Appendix 1 of the Consultation.

Click Here to Provide Feedback.

The HSE Publish Recent Health and Safety at Work Statistics

Health, Safety and Environment, News |

The most recent ‘Health and Safety at Work’ statistics have been published by the HSE. The GGF Group Health, Safety, and Environment Manager, Lauren Mawford, expresses deep concern about the continued prevalence of work-related stress, depression, or anxiety. She said, “It’s imperative that employers are proactively seeking ways to diminish these issues and provide support for mental health in the workplace.”

The GGF is a proud supporter of the charity Mates in Mind, and as an organisation, we are consistently seeking and implementing strategies to further support and foster a secure environment for constructive conversations, promoting a positive perspective on mental health for every employee across all group companies.

You are able to view and download the Health and Safety at Work Statistics by clicking below.

Health-and-Safety-at-Work-Statistics-Nov-23Download

Sureguard Window Films® are Celebrating 40 Years of Industry Expertise and Excellent Service

Members News, News |

2023 is a very special year for Barnsley based GGF Member Sureguard Window Films®, who have been supplying and installing top quality Window Films to the highest standards for 40 years, making them one of the longest established, nationwide suppliers and installers of Window Films in the industry.

Over the last four decades, Sureguard Window Films® have worked with a wide client base including commercial businesses, NHS Trusts, schools, colleges & universities.

Since a Management buyout in 2012, Sureguard Window Films® has been owned by Aimee and Emilie Holmes, who have been working at the company since 2000 and 2008 respectively.

Between the two, their huge wealth of experience and knowledge of the industry means they’re able to lead the company and maintain the reputation of quality products and service that Sureguard Window Films® have become known for.

“The founding principles the business began with, of wanting to protect people and property continues to be as relevant and important to us today.” said Emilie Holmes, director.

Sureguard Window Films® specialise in installing Window Films, which perform a range of solutions for windows of all shapes and sizes, such as reducing sun glare and heat, increasing privacy with one way or totally private Window Films, upgrading currently non-compliant glass in line with current HSE legislation, protecting against vandal attacks and explosion or reducing UV transmission by up to 99.9%, prolonging the lifespan of paintings, carpets, furniture.

Open call for evidence: Smarter Regulation and the Regulatory Landscape

Health, Safety and Environment, News |

The Department for Business and Trade have recently launched a call for evidence about smarter regulation.

The deadline for responses is 7th of January 2024, and the audience includes businesses, regulators and other bodies.

The purpose of this call for evidence is to understand:

– What works well and what could be improved in how regulators operate to deliver for the sectors they serve

– Any further steps we can take to reform the existing stock of regulation on the UK statute book

This call for evidence is a core part of the government’s Smarter Regulation programme of regulatory reform. Smarter regulation is about only using regulation where necessary, implementing it well, and ensuring its use is proportionate and future-proof.

Full details can be found on the gov.uk website by clicking below.

Open Call to Evidence – gov.uk

GGF Recycling Schemes

News |

The GGF Recycling Schemes enable GGF Members to request a collection service for their old windows and doors that are made of uPVC, Aluminium, Timber and Glass across England, Wales and Scotland.

In addition, if you request a uPVC collection, you may also ask for the glass units to be collected at the same time. The scheme allows you to have your old frames and off cuts collected at a date and time of your choosing. The scheme is run in partnership with leading recycling companies in their sector who will be happy to provide you with insight and expert advice should you wish.

The expansion has been a big success to date, and we want to emphasise the importance the role the GGF Recycling Schemes play in our organisation and how it aligns with the GGF’s commitment to sustainability.

Key Points to Consider

– Collection of all uPVC frames and glass is done free of charge and saves you money on skip hire every month.

– For any Aluminium collections you will receive a commission for the surplus material received. The commission rate is linked to the London Metal Exchange value for Aluminium in that given month.

– For timber there is a collection fee applicable which will be confirmed once you have made the request. This cost is a saving against a skip hire of a similar size.

– Regardless of material, windows must be deglazed before collection and all frames must be stacked safely

– All other hardware such as handles, hinges, locks, rubber & silicone can remain on the windows

– All collections are recorded and you will receive a certificate at the end of the year showcasing your green credentials

Timber

The GGF Timber Recycling Scheme is in partnership with Community Wood Recycling (CWR). They are a network of social enterprises collecting and reusing waste wood in the most environmentally beneficial way and creating jobs and training for disadvantaged people.

If you’d like to have wood collected, please get in contact with CWR, on 01273 20 30 40, or alternatively, please send them an email on pearly@communitywoodrecycling.org.uk.

Glass

The glass recycling scheme in partnership with CNC Recycling is available to companies that install windows in Hull, York, Doncaster, Lincoln, Peterborough, Sheffield, Nottingham, Derby, Wakefield, Bradford, Leeds, Huddersfield, Manchester, Liverpool, across to Halifax/Brighouse, down to Stoke and then over to North Wales, Cheshire, and areas of Cumbria.

– The glass can only be collected when having your uPVC frames collected at the same time.

– The collected uPVC frames must be de-glazed as the glass is collected on different vehicles.

– There must be a minimum of 20 window frames/IGUs for a collection to be made.

– The IGUs must not be broken and stacked (A frames) ready for collection.

To arrange a collection please contact recycling experts CNC Recycling on sales@cncrecycling.co.uk.

Aluminium

Our free Aluminium collection service is in place to encourage Members to start to make more sustainable and earth friendly choices, to strengthen the future of the fenestration industry.

In collaboration with our partners Alutrade and in conjunction with the Council for Aluminium in Building (CAB), Alutrade offer an extensive fleet of collection vehicles, which are available across England, Scotland and Wales. What’s more, you will receive a commission on the aluminium collected!

To arrange a collection of your aluminium waste, please fill out the collection enquiry form by clicking here and someone will be in touch.

UPVC

Our uPVC Recycling Scheme, through our nationwide partnership with CNC Recycling, offers a multitude of collection vehicles, which provides GGF Members the ability to recycle all of their old window frames after a job.

To arrange a collection of your uPVC waste, please fill out the collection enquiry form by clicking here,

Join the GGF Recycling Schemes and Start Recycling Today

It’s no secret that recycling plays a substantial role in conserving our environment and resources, and reducing our carbon footprint and by getting your business involved in the GGF Recycling Schemes, we can collectively make a positive impact through our recycling efforts.

GGF Members have the opportunity to showcase their commitment to sustainability, by actively engaging in the GGF recycling schemes.

Our recycling schemes are intended to divert a significant portion of waste from landfills. By separating recyclable materials such as glass, timber, and aluminium, we can ensure that these valuable resources are given a new life. This reduces the strain on landfills, prolongs the lifespan of raw materials, and helps create a more sustainable and circular economy.

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