Pro Installer November 2014 - Issue 20 | Page 12

12 NOVEMBER 2014 PRO INSTALLER PRO NEWS www.proinstaller.co.uk Membership doubles in just 12 months Network VEKA is delighted that the UKAS-accredited Assure Competent Persons Scheme has doubled in size over the last year. The scheme, which is open to any installer, has grown rapidly as it continues to receive a constant stream of applications from installers looking to join their first competent persons scheme, or installers who have become dissatisfied with their current operator. Feedback shows that members find Assure a straightforward and cost-effective route to compliance, with Building Regulation notification and the fact that installers and surveyors can quickly take their MTC assessments. Austin Greene, Technical and Compliance Manager for Network VEKA’s Assure, explains, “Many new members have told us they had become unsatisfied with their existing competent persons scheme providers. “Here at Assure, we strive to make the whole process simple and straightforward, which our installers really appreciate. We offer all the training, seminars and advice you would expect to make sure everything runs smoothly for our installers. Members seem to appreciate the regular CPD bulletins keeping them updated about regulations and other issues affecting their work.” Members of the Assure scheme can take advantage of a wide range of benefits, including: registration of installations with Local Authorities, MTC assessments for installers and surveyors, CPD (Continuous Professional Development) seminars and bulletins, energy ratings calculators, GQA accredited ID cards and Building Regulation Compliance certificates sent direct to their customers as well as benefitting from a dedicated Technical and Arbitration helpline. Assure members also have access to Insurance-Backed Guarantees, Green Deal Certification and Level 2 NVQ Qualifications, as well as Assure-branded literature. Find out more at www.assurewindowsanddoors.com