NSAfC
National Skills Academy for Construction
What is the NSAfC
As the construction industry evolves to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world, it becomes increasingly important for stakeholders to adopt innovative approaches that not only enhance efficiency and productivity but also prioritise social responsibility and sustainability.
Since its inception in 2007, the National Skills Academy (NSAfC) has guided clients, developers, contractors and their supply chains towards a shared vision of project delivery that not only meets the demands of today but also paves the way for a brighter, more sustainable future.
The NSAfC programme has continually evolved to address the changing needs and dynamics of the industry. The Project-Based Approach (PBA) helps clients develop an Employment Skills Plan (ESP) for construction projects that reflects the requirements of their Employment and Skills Strategies.
Why is NSAfC beneficial?
We developed the NSAfC in conjunction with the construction industry to improve productivity, promote skills and create high-performing workplaces that can develop and harness talent.
Governments, both national and local, have long recognised the need to promote the development of a skilled workforce sufficient for the country’s needs. Not only does this lead to economic wellbeing, but it provides the means of satisfying personal aspirations and finding individual happiness.
Achieving the Benchmarks advocated in the PBA encourages construction clients and their supply chains to secure a future workforce that can meet future demands. It promotes investment in skills and collaboration between clients, their contractors and subcontractors. It supports everyone in satisfying their statutory obligations, but more importantly, it drives them to consider how they can maximise the social value of the projects they undertake.
For clients and developers, commitment to the PBA can facilitate planning permissions. Commitment from developers may also increase their chances of obtaining the necessary finance, especially if a condition of funding is a demonstration of their willingness to maximise social value.
For contractors and their subcontractors, the PBA provides a formal structure which allows them to demonstrate their commitment to maximising social value through the employment, training and outreach opportunities they create. This will serve them well in a field where clients increasingly require their contractors to demonstrate their commitment to maximising social value.
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