Build UK Guide to Successful Work Experience
Having a skilled and talented workforce is essential to the competitiveness of the construction industry – firms need
‘the right skills, in the right place, at the right time’.
With almost a fifth (17%) of those working in construction aged over 55 – the sector needs to develop the flow of new entrants into the industry to tackle skills shortages and deliver future projects.
Work experience can be a great way to give people of all ages an initial taste of the industry, and provide a stepping-stone into longer term work or training.
This guide outlines how employers can ensure their legal obligations to health and safety are met.
This guide is designed to make it as easy as possible for Build UK members to provide work experience placements –
building on the excellent work many will already be doing.