Construction industry launched annual training programme

THE Construction Industries Federation of Namibia (CIF) has launched an annual training initiative, the first of its kind for the sector.

‘We are anticipating that over 200 individuals within the construction industry will receive training by the end of March next year,’ CIF consulting general manager Bärbel Kirchner said in a statement.Kirchner said the CIF will have approximately 25 courses scheduled over this period. ‘This will not only ensure an appropriate transfer of skills, but also that the industry will work towards maintaining and further enhancing high quality service levels within the industry and that our members are in a strong position to deliver on the promise as reflected in the CIF’s code of conduct,’ she said.Ohorongo Cement, a member of the CIF, will sponsor the programme to the tune of N$120 000.The training will include a variety of courses about cement and concrete; scaffolding; health and safety; first aid; paint application as well as land surveying of relevance to the industry. The majority of courses are one day to two-day courses. This year the training will take place in Ongwediva, Swakopmund and Windhoek. The average registration fees for respective courses are approximately N$1 250 per day. This includes course materials, relevant certification as well as refreshments and lunch.