NFDC Federation Brochure

The National Federation of Demolition Contractors is more than just a Trade Association • Members agree to an exacting Code of Conduct

• Rigorous Health, Safety & Environment checks throughout membership

• Accredited to NFDC Site Audit Scheme & CHAS

• High quality training and assessment provided to all members

• Best practice is shared through CPD sessions

• Assurance that you are using a Competent Contractor

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All Members agree to abide by the Federation rules that encompass an exacting code of conduct requiring them to provide a service to their clients that meets the highest standards of professional management, workmanship and integrity.

“Federation members are the best in the industry”

Howard Button NFDC CEO

FIDE, FRSA, MCIWM, CEnv

Howard Button is the best known, most influential and respected figure in the demolition industry today. His 40 years in the industry has seen him take the helm as: President of the National Federation of Demolition Contractors President of the Institute of Demolition Engineers President of the European Demolition Association

The National Federation of Demolition Contractors is more than just a Trade Association.

We are a trade body with global recognition as the voice of the demolition industry, setting standards that many demolition trade associations across the world aspire towards.

Founded in 1941 to help spearhead London’s post-Blitz clean-up campaign, the NFDC’s members are responsible for more than 90% of all demolition that takes place in the UK. Today, the NFDC is committed to establishing safe working practices for its members and to represent their interests in areas such as training, safety, the environment, waste management, industry guidance, legislative changes and codes of practice.

Using an NFDC member gives clients the reassurance that the exacting standards achieved through the Federation site audit scheme provide the best demolition contractors within our industry.

Assurance can be found in the high-quality training all members undertake that distinguishes NFDC members from the rest of the industry.

The NFDC manages the National Demolition Training Group (NDTG) in partnership with the CITB ConstructionSkills.

The Federation also has its own Training Officer and operates an NVQ Centre at its Head Office in Hemel Hempstead in direct association with NSAC. Furthermore, another key role for the NFDC is the dissemination of information to its members. With legal, financial, economical and legislative information changing at such a rapid pace, the NFDC prides itself on providing members with information that is both timely and relevant via regional meetings regular email bulletins, the Demolition & Dismantling magazine and other publications.

We are proud to conclude that Federation members truly are the best in the industry.

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Why use a Federation Member?

Assurance that you are using a competent contractor

The rigidly imposed high standards required for admittance to the NFDC are monitored on an annual basis through the Site Audit Scheme, ensuring that standards are maintained throughout the duration of membership.

NFDC membership raises the profile of demolition companies by identifying them as competent and trustworthy.

Consequently, many public and private organisations and an increasing number of local authorities are now insisting that the contractors they employ must be members of the NFDC.

INDUSTRY SERVICE PROVIDERS Industry Service Providers are companies working in associated fields of expertise such as insurance, asbestos removal & surveys and the manufacture, sale and hire of specialist equipment.

All Members are required to provide a service to their clients that meets the highest standards of professional management, workmanship and safe working practices.

ISPs have the opportunity to make direct contact with Senior Directors and representatives from our member companies and the opportunity to attend our Regional meetings.

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The National Federation of Demolition Contractors is more than just a trade association As a requirement of Corporate Membership, it is essential they complete the Federation’s CHAS Accredited Site Audit Scheme on an annual basis.

Independently audited, the rigidly imposed high standards are monitored by the NFDC on an on-going basis to ensure standards are maintained throughout membership.

Our members regularly tender for work with public and private sector organisations. To be successful, they must meet the buyer’s rigorous health and safety standards. The Federation’s Accredited Site Audit Scheme is a mark of quality and dependability.

There are benefits to obtaining the Federation’s Accredited Site Audit Scheme. These include: • Compliance with Health & Safety law (the core criteria described in the CDM regulations).

• Affiliated with CHAS Accreditation.

The NFDC are part of nationally recognised bodies including the British Safety Council, BSI ISO 9001 Quality management and CHAS. The NFDC is at the forefront of revising and updating technical specifications within the demolition industry.

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High-quality and

industry specific

training distinguishes

NFDC members from the rest of the

demolition industry.

The NFDC manages the National Demolition Training Group (NDTG) in partnership with the CITB ConstructionSkills and provides our members with the most up-to-date courses in demolition training. The Group also has its own training officer and operates an NVQ Centre at its head office in Hemel Hempstead in direct association with NSAC. The NDTG are the only training company in the UK to offer the Demolition Simulator which allows potential excavator operators the chance to practice their skills in a totally safe environment.

Development of new initiatives is made through our Forum Group Committee, made up of Demolition Contractors who recognise current industry needs. As experts in their field, they are able to develop bespoke courses to clients requirements and quickly adapt training courses to meet changes in legislation.

The NDTGs Trainers and Assessors are all fully qualified and have extensive experience in demolition, including all health & safety aspects of the industry.

Training the Demolition Industry

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Information is power

Another key role for the NFDC is the dissemination of information to its members. With legal, financial, economical and legislative information changing at such a rapid pace, the NFDC prides itself on providing members with information that is both timely and relevant via regular email bulletins, the Demolition & Dismantling magazine, and also through regional meetings.

Codes of Practice. The NFDC have also developed their bespoke Direct Form of Contract that has been in practice for members for decades.

In addition, the NFDC regularly sets up its own working parties and publishes detailed technical Guidance Notes and

Officers of the Federation are listed online and are available to be contacted by our members or clients.

The NFDC’s website provides a growing library of news and information for members and visitors to the website. The NFDC corporate video is also available to view here.

We provide the latest and most relevant information about the demolition industry compiled by the experts in our field who are all part of the NFDC. www.demolition-nfdc.com • 01442 217144 • info@demolition-nfdc.com

Separated into Regions

United together

The National Federation of Demolition Contractors’ membership is nationwide and is split into five separate regions.

These regular regional meetings allow all members to come together and debate on issues in the industry that maybe

Each region has their own elected Chairman, Vice Chairman and Representative to spearhead every regional meeting to discuss the latest news specific to that region.

These meetings also hold the opportunity to discuss industry matters spanning the UK and to share important information regarding health & safety.

The five regions also have the opportunity to unite together at Annual General Meetings and half-yearly business meetings to conclude on decisions and vote accordingly to make a positive difference to the demolition industry. These meetings also allow the Federation to present internal affairs to each of the regions.

These regions are London & Southern, Midlands & Welsh, North West, North East and Scotland & Northern Ireland.

passed from government as a requirement by law to new legislation on the way their workforce need to be trained.

NFDC Regions

London & Southern Midlands & Welsh North West North East Scotland & Northern Ireland www.demolition-nfdc.com • 01442 217144 • info@demolition-nfdc.com

National Federation Demolition Contractors Resurgam House Paradise, Hemel Hempstead Herts. HP2 4TF Tel: 01442 217144

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