Daniel Norton

1 month ago | scaffmag.com | Daniel Norton

A West Midlands testing specialist has marked its fifth year in business by setting an ambitious £1 million sales target, as interest in its digital pull-testing tools increases across the scaffolding and access sector. Staht, based in Lye near Dudley, manufactures equipment for load testing anchor fixings, safety eye bolts, and lifting points — all commonly used in scaffolding and fall protection systems.

2 months ago | scaffmag.com | Daniel Norton

When Clive Dickin took over as CEO of the NASC nearly 18 months ago, the scaffolding industry was entering a period of rapid change. Since stepping into the role, Clive has wasted no time implementing a modernisation agenda aimed at positioning NASC as the progressive, inclusive, and forward-thinking voice of the scaffolding sector. I recently sat down with Clive at NASC’s headquarters in London for an in-depth discussion.

Feb 27, 2025 | scaffmag.com | Daniel Norton

Scaffolders across the UK will soon have their CISRS cards available at their fingertips, thanks to a new digital app set to launch by early 2026. The NASC has confirmed that a groundbreaking mobile app will allow cardholders to store their CISRS cards digitally on their smartphones. The app will provide instant access to qualifications, training records, and certifications, streamlining the verification process for employers and site managers.

Jan 21, 2025 | scaffmag.com | Daniel Norton

The 2025 Scaffold Builders Championship has come to an exciting close at the Las Vegas Convention Center, with Scaffold Resource, Inc. taking home the top prize in a thrilling display of scaffolding excellence. The competition, hosted by the Scaffold & Access Industry Association (SAIA) and supported by AT-PAC during the World of Concrete (WOC) trade show, showcased the unmatched skill, teamwork, and precision of scaffolding professionals from across the industry.

Jan 10, 2025 | scaffmag.com | Daniel Norton

Safety & Access, a leading provider of scaffolding and access training, has announced the appointment of John Hall as their new Scaffold Training Manager. With an impressive career spanning over 37 years in the scaffolding industry, John will oversee the company’s training operations in the UK and overseas. John’s journey in scaffolding began in 1987 through a youth training scheme.