of employers and membership numbers. We were in an ideal position to demonstrate the latter: having increased membership by 25 per cent. Last year saw the introduction of the new CSCS card which links to an app where site managers can check the cardholder’s credentials - secure in the knowledge that a site worker is suitably qualified. ADSA was part of the working group that introduced the Smart Check scheme, working alongside other selected accredited delivery partners. Our work with industry trade associations continues. Last year, we worked ever more closely with the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers (GAI) and were delighted to sponsor the Product Design and Innovation Award (Electronic) category at its prestigious AI Specification Awards during its 40th year. ADSA also continues to work closely with the Door and Hardware Federation, with whom we founded the Entrance Systems Alliance in 2021, to boost NVQ opportunities for people working with door and gate-related industries. To date, we have welcomed 180 learners who have achieved or are currently working their way through more than 300 NVQs. ESA was created to raise the bar for training and education within the sector. Its qualifications are critical to measure the competence of those working in the industry and provide a framework for much-needed development. We have also applied this strategic vision to ensure our own house is in order. As the leading voice of the industry and exponents of quality standards and best practice, we thought that it was only right to assess our own working arrangements. We have started working towards ISO Accreditation - ISO 9001 and ISO 450001 – which relates to quality and safety and ISO 270001 – a gold standard in data management. To date, we have undertaken process mapping and gap analysis, followed by a full audit and are working through a series of recommendations to further improve what we have in place. It has been a reflective process aimed to ensure that ADSA truly practices what it preaches. We are keen to remain robust and resilient, which in turn will demonstrate our commitment to members, and reinforce the confidence that they have in us. Not all initiatives are proactive, sometimes an emerging issue presents an opportunity. We have been working in partnership with the Health and Safety Executive around the publication of a report on a fatality involving powered pedestrian doors. Although this came about as the result of a negative situation, we have harnessed the chance to support the H&SE, supply inspectors with industry information for the compilation of the report, assess its findings and present them as a series of recommendations for those in the industry and our stakeholders. This will culminate in a whitepaper to be published in the spring, available to download from our website: www.adsa.org.uk Our Better Together approach has come full circle. By embracing co-efficiency, we are making ADSA better for its members and those joining us. Becoming a member of ADSA will allow organisations to become part of something bigger, stronger and with greater understanding and prominence. For more information on ADSA membership visit: www.adsa.org.uk or email: rachel@adsa.org.uk Also online at: www.dijonline.co.uk 11 THE door industry journal spring 2023 Industry News Interested in appearing in the Spring Edition? SAVE THESE DEADLINE DATES: Features Editorial Advert Artwork 15th June 25th June 5th July Have you liked our Facebook and Twitter pages yet? We post news everyday! www.facebook.com/DoorIndustryJournal www.twitter.com/DoorIndustryJnl
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