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Michael van Niekerk, CEO ASP Fire
ASP Fire: modern, client-based, innovative fire engineering
ASP Fire is a group of passionate, innovative consulting fire engineers who provide cost-effective, risk-appropriate fire-protection solutions to clients across all industries in Africa. Michael van Niekerk leads this team of engineers that focus on understanding the real fire risks that their clients face and develop fireprotection systems based on design codes and standards, as well as bespoke, performance-based solutions engineered to meet the specific needs of the business they are assisting. A client-centric approach results in clients understanding the fire risks that they face, as well as the appropriateness of the fire-protection systems that have been developed by ASP Fire, helping clients in the decision-making process. ASP Fire has clients across South and Southern Africa and is active in all areas of the built environment, from new to historic buildings and from residential to industrial-agricultural and ultra-high-risk manufacturing facilities. Website: www.aspfire.co.za
ERWIC AWARDS © ISTOCK
CELEBRATE WOMEN IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
The Empowerment & Recognition of Women in Construction (ERWIC) Awards, first held in 2020 by the Construction Industry Development Board (cidb), was met with great success. It achieved its goal of showcasing femaleled projects and achievements in the sector. The awards programme is taking place again this year, with entries opening from 7 June to 16 July, and the awards ceremony taking place in August. In a traditionally male-centric industry, it is important to make tangible efforts towards transformation and inclusion. The ERWIC Awards aim to encourage excellence among women and commitment among stakeholders to support women in their professional growth and development. Through these awards, the cidb aims to promote role models for women in lower grade construction categories and motivate women in the higher grades. The awards recognise entities and individuals who support gender transformation and mentorship of women within the industry. For more information and to enter the awards visit www.erwicawards-cidb.co.za
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