Clearview National October 2016 - Issue 179 | Page 79

INSTALLERSUPPORT

IT’S OSCAR TIME FOR ROOFLINE!
»»A NEW CERTIFICATION SCHEME,
named OSCAR, has been exclusively launched
for roofline products and installation.
Designed to raise standards throughout the
roofline industry, this first-ever scheme is open
to roofers, builders and window contractors
looking to grow their business and market
themselves more effectively.
The mastermind of SIG Building Plastics,
and operated in conjunction with Stroma
Certification, OSCAR (On Site Competency
Assessment Report) offers external recognition
of skills for experienced installers who wish
to share best practice across their fitting
teams and offer a point of difference from
their competitors based on competence and
quality. In addition, it provides a vehicle for
non-experienced installers to develop their
skills base and include roofline as part of their
offering.
OSCAR is simple and speedy to obtain
and serves up many more benefits besides.
Applicants to the scheme are simply
assessed by OSCAR onsite, in line with
the OSCAR standard, and upon successful

completion, they are awarded a Certificate of
Competence.
OSCAR-accredited installers automatically
have access to a wide range of professional
marketing and promotional material;
including bespoke brochures, drop cards, the
OSCAR App, lanyards and an insurancebacked guarantee for homeowners. As well
as being included in a database of OSCARapproved installers, a new mobile software
tool will enable work to be recorded and
quotes provided on-site; facilitating a more
professional approach.
OSCAR installers will also be using high
quality products from SIG Building Plastics’
industry-leading range and have access to an
insuran