Skills for Security and C-TEC have formed a strategic partnership aimed at enriching training opportunities for apprentice fire and security technicians. This collaboration enhances access to the latest technology and industry expertise, ensuring a more comprehensive learning experience.
C-TEC will contribute to this initiative by supplying training equipment, offering technical resources, and sharing knowledge from its engineering and product development teams. Apprentices will partake in hands-on demonstrations and discussions that illustrate how various design choices can impact system performance, usability, and maintenance.
Training in UK Fire and Security Systems
Through this partnership, apprentices will gain practical experience with fire alarm, evacuation alert, and lockdown systems commonly used throughout the UK. This exposure helps them understand the processes of designing, installing, and maintaining these systems in accordance with British Standards and industry regulations.
Andy Green, Marketing Director at C-TEC, emphasized the importance of the initiative: “C-TEC recognizes the importance of ensuring new technicians are trained using equipment they will encounter throughout their careers. By supporting Skills for Security, we can help apprentices develop the confidence and technical understanding needed to work with life-safety systems responsibly and competently. Our aim is to contribute to a well-prepared workforce that can maintain the standards to ensure compliance.”
Focus on Competence in Fire Safety
Collaboration between manufacturers and training providers is crucial in equipping apprentices to meet these demands
This partnership underscores the growing emphasis on competence in the fire safety sector. As technological advancements and regulatory changes continue, engineers must showcase a deepened understanding and increased accountability.
Collaboration between manufacturers and training providers is crucial in equipping apprentices to meet these demands.
Gaining Experience with Advanced Systems
David Scott, Managing Director at Skills for Security, stated: "Partnering with C-TEC gives our apprentices hands-on experience with current systems while combining technical expertise and training to develop knowledgeable, confident fire and security professionals."
He also remarked on the collaboration's broader impact: "This collaboration highlights our shared commitment to practical learning, industry standards, and the continued commitment to a skilled, safety-focused workforce."
