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BECOME A MEMBER OF THE DSA

About Us The Drilling & Sawing Mission Statement Association The DSA's mission is to promote the work of professional drilling and sawing The DSA contractors by highlighting the main advantages of cutting concrete with [email protected] diamond tools, which includes precision www.drillandsaw.org.uk cutting within the shortest time scale, reduced noise, dust and debris and 0115 986 7029 maintenance of structural integrity Unit 3, Brand Street, The Drilling and Sawing Association is Nottingham, the only organisation that represents the NG2 3GW interests of companies operating in the drilling and sawing industry. We are Member of committed to improving standards within the industry by improving the standards of safe working practice, education and training. Membership is open to Drilling and Sawing Contractors and Suppliers of Drilling and Sawing Equipment. By joining us as a Contractor, Supplier, Associate or Affiliate member you could raise your company’s profile to a significant number of professional construction organisations.

MEMBERSHIP Who can become a member The DSA is open to any organisation that provides products or Services relating to Diamond Drilling and Sawing and would like to support the association in achieving our goals. The following groups from the industry are welcome: ™ UK Contractors ™ UK Suppliers ™ Affiliates (DSA Service Providers) Benefits of Becoming a Member Becoming a member of the DSA doesn’t just support the industry, there are many ways that will benefit you. Below shows just a handful of benefits you will receive from becoming a member. 1. RAISE YOUR PROFILE AND GENERATE MORE BUSINESS Promotion of your business as a reputable contractor through the DSA website, advertising material and listed in the Concrete Cutter Magazine. 2. SAFE WORKING Access to the DSA Code of Safe Working Practice providing a comprehensive statement of safe working practices in the Drilling and Sawing Industry. 3.HAVING A VOICE Encouraging comments, discussions, new ideas and sharing of best practice. Members actively contribute to our AGM and quarterly board meetings 4.SAVE MONEY Exclusive discounts including our Insurance Scheme, funded training, NVQ’s & Diploma’s, publications and access to our Supply Members DSA discount structure. 5. ACCESS TO STANDARD DOCUMENTATION Including Health and Safety at Work Policy, day work rates, risk assessments, environmental policy and so on. 6.TRAINING Developing your staff can make a real difference to your business. DSA membership gives you access to a wide range of discounted courses, funding for NVQs to have your workforce qualified. We also offer a partially funded Apprenticeship Scheme, designed by DSA in conjunction with the CITB, specifically for Drilling and Sawing Operations

Benefits CSCS Card - Quick processing - Reduced Cost - Online ordering platform - Employee CSCS tracking for members Training - Wide range of industry specific Training Courses - NVQ’s ranging from Level 2 to Level 7 - Toolbox talk database - Eportfolio tracking- to monitor staff training Discounts - Discounted training courses and qualifications - Exclusive member specific discounted insurance policies Marketing/Advertising Opportunities - Online Company Profile - DSA Yearbook - Advertising Opportunities - Networking Opportunities Advice & Guidance - Access to tolerance document - Air Monitoring Reports - Funding - HAVS guidance - COSWP - H&S updates - Day work rates - Industry advice

CSCS CARDS Competency cards from the DSA indicates operative’s construction achieved or working towards qualifications, skills and training. Card Checker & Card Application Forms available on the DSA website DIAMOND DRILLER & SAWER Both cards require operatives to have an up-to- date Health, Safety and Environment Test Trainee: Operatives must be registered on NVQ level 2 Drilling & Sawing. Skilled: Operatives must have Achieved NVQ level 2 Drilling & Sawing REMOTE CONTROLLED CRUSHER / BREAKER Both cards require operatives to have an up-to- date Health, Safety and Environment Test Trainee: Registered on NVQ Level 2 Demolition Plant or Unit QCF224 Concrete Crushing & Breaking Operations. Skilled: Achieved NVQ Level 2 Demolition Plant Including Pedestrian Operated or Unit QCF224 Concrete Crushing and Breaking Operations.

Qualification Routes Level 2 NVQ Diploma Qualifications are recognised as a national - Level 2 NVQ Diploma Specialist Concrete occupational standard achievement, through Occupations (Construction) – Concrete underpinning knowledge and practical Drilling and Sawing assessments. The qualification provides evidence to employers and clients that a standard has - Level 2 NVQ Diploma Specialist Concrete been achieved and work will be carried out to a Occupations (Construction) – Concrete high and safe standard. Drilling We understand that there is not a ‘one size fits all’ approach to achieving a qualification which is - Level 2 NVQ Diploma Specialist Concrete why we offer three routes: apprenticeship, On- Occupations (Construction) – Concrete site Assessment (OSAT), Experienced Worker Sawing Route (EWPA). - Level 2 NVQ Diploma Associated Industrial Apprenticeship: Services Occupations (Construction) – Designed for candidates with little to no Passive Fire Protection experience and is spread across 18months. This route requires the candidate to attend 21 days Level 3 NVQ Diploma off-site practical training, continual training onsite with employers, portal online lessons and А Level 3 NVQ Diploma Occupational Work On-site Assessments carried out by the approved Supervision (Construction) assessor. Level 4 NVQ Diploma On-site Assessment Route: Designed for operatives to learn on the job. This А Level 4 NVQ Diploma Construction Site option can take candidates 6 months – 3 years Supervision – Building and Civil Engineering depending on the operative’s knowledge and skills. An assessor will arrange dates with the Level 6 NVQ Diploma operatives to visit site and collect evidence. А Level 6 NVQ Diploma Construction Experienced Worker Route: Contracting Operations Management Designed for operatives with two years plus experience within a drilling and sawing role. This Level 7 NVQ Diploma route requires the operative and assessor to complete off-site simulation-based activities, А Level 7 NVQ Diploma Construction Senior recorded discussion, observations and witness Management testimonies across 1-2 days depending on equipment assessed.

Specialist Training The DSA offer a wide range or training specific to the Drilling & Sawing Industry. The Training we offer can be provided at our Training Centre in Nottingham or at your facilities. Completing the stand alone training courses does not mean the candidate is competent to work on there own with the tools, nevertheless it gives the candidate the skills to work with and be supervised by an experienced & qualified operative in order for the candidate to gain experience. Diamond Drilling: - Diamond Drilling - Diamond Drilling – Advanced - Handheld Diamond Drilling - Percussive Drilling - Rig Based Diamond Drilling - Specialist Plant Maintenance For Drilling And Sawing - Trailer Mounted Diamond Drilling Rigs Diamond Sawing: - Ring Sawing - Track Sawing - Chain Sawing - Advanced - Track Sawing - Diamond Tipped Twin Blade Chaser Wire Sawing Segmented Blades Advanced - Wire Sawing - Floor Sawing - - Advanced -Floor - - Sawing - Hand Sawing - Push Along Floor Saw Controlled Demolition: - Demolition Plant Specialist (Upskilling) - Handheld Hydraulic Concrete Crushing - Hydraulic Concrete Bursting - Hydraulic Concrete Bursting – Advanced - Remote Controlled Plant Crushing & Breaking - Remote Controlled Plant For Crushing & Breaking: - Characteristics & Types - Preparing For Work - Working Task Health & Safety - Hand Arm Vibration (HAV) - Harness & Lanyard - Abrasive Wheels Awareness Health & Safety Awareness - Asbestos Awareness Health & Safety Awareness – Green Labourers Card - CITB SMSTS (Site Manager - IPAF – 3A + 3B Safety Training Scheme) - Manual Handling - CITB SSSTS (Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme) - - Confined Space - - Emergency First Aid At Work

Membership 1. Sponsors/ References Applicants must be sponsored by two existing members of the Association, i.e. one contractor member and one supplier member. They must also supply the details of two client firms who are prepared to provide references. The references may be taken up at the discretion of the DSA. 2. Establish Period Either the business or The Director must have been trading as a Drilling & Sawing Contractor for at least 2 years. 3. Turnover The Applicant's annual turnover in Drilling & Sawing work must be at least £250,000 or must represent at least 75% of their total turnover. 4. Accounts Applicants are required to provide a copy of their latest annual accounts in support of items 2 & 3 above. 5. Minimum Insurance Cover Applicants must provide written evidence from their insurer that: • The business description on their liability policies includes Drilling & Sawing. • They have the following minimum levels of cover: •Employers Liability - £2 million •Public Liability £2 million 6. CSCS Cards Affiliate and supply specialist diamond drilling and sawing CSCS cards

Criteria 7. Safety Policy A copy of the Applicant's Safety Policy document must accompany the application. 8. CITB Registration The Applicant must be registered with CSkills (CITB) and must provide details of their Registration Number. 9. VAT Registration The Applicant must be VAT registered and provide evidence of their VAT Registration Number. 10. Attendance All members are required to attend a minimum of one meeting per year, either regional or annual general, should a member not be able to attend, a representative of the company may attend in their place, Failure to comply may result in either a penalty fine or in termination of membership. This would be decided by the board. Any fines imposed will be donated to a charity chosen by the board. Attendance of one meeting held by the association members will be given notice at least 21 days before event. All members are encouraged to attend the Annual General Meeting. 11. European Standards All Applicants for Supplier Membership must confirm that their diamond products conform to EN13236.

MEMBERSHIPS Category UK Contractors UK Affiliates Suppliers Annual Fee £750 £750 £375 Joining Fee £200 £200 Nil Criteria • Sponsors/ References/ • Sponsors/ • Established 2 Interview references/ years • Established 2 years • Established • Minimum turnover in 2 years Drilling & Sawing 75% • Compliance or £250,000 with EN • Copy of Annual 13236 Accounts • VAT • Minimum Insurance Registered Cover • Attendance • 75% Carded Workforce at one • Safety Policy meeting per • CITB Registration year • VAT Registered • Attendance at one meeting per year Membership application form can be found at www.drillandsaw.org.uk All applications and supporting documents must be emailed to [email protected] or posted to the DSA office: Unit 3, Brand Street, Nottingham, NG2 3GW

APPLICATION FORM How to apply for your CSCS card with the DSA: Step 1: Visit https://www.drillandsaw.org.uk/intro/ Step 2: Create an account Step 3: Apply for your card

0115 986 7029 [email protected] www.drillandsaw.org.uk Drilling and Sawing Association Unit 3, Brand Street, Nottingham, NG2 3GW