Tag: Institute for Timber Construction South Africa
CPD-accredited roof inspector training to boost skills in the construction industry
[Johannesburg, 6 August 2018]: The Institute for Timber Construction South Africa (ITC-SA), the professional body for the engineered timber construction sector, will be hosting a CPD-accredited Roof Inspector Training Course at its head office in Isando from 28-30 August 2018. The training course, which covers a comprehensive technical overview of timber roof structures, aims to enable: any technical person
Continuing Professional Development and the ITC-SA
The Institute for Timber Construction South Africa (ITC-SA) is responsible for regulating its professionally registered membership within the different categories of registration as was approved by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Registered persons are required by the ITC-SA’s Code of Conduct to practice strictly within their area of competence and to maintain and enhance this competence. They therefore have
ITC-SA Professional Body status with SAQA renewed
The Institute for Timber Construction South Africa (ITC-SA), South Africa’s professional body for the engineered timber construction industry, is proud to announce its renewal of recognition by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) as a professional body and registration of its professional designations on the National Qualifications Framework. The renewal, in terms of Section 23 of the Policy and Criteria for
Chairman’s note: ITC-SA National Coordinator appointed General Manager
The Institute for Timber Construction South Africa‘s (ITC-SA) Chairman, Mannie Piyackis, has announced that the Institute’s National Coordinator, Amanda Obbes has been appointed as General Manager as of March 2018. At the Board of Directors meeting held on the 20th of March 2018, it was resolved that Ms Obbes fulfill the role of General Manager and it was agreed by the
SANS 10400 Part L: Roofs presented to National Department of Public Works
The Institute for Timber Construction South Africa (ITC-SA), South Africa’s professional body for the timber construction sector, recently hosted a workshop on the practical and legal aspects of SANS 10400 Part L: Roofs to over 30 delegates from the National Department of Public Works in Durban. A large percentage of buildings do not comply with SANS 10400 Part L: Roofs,
ITC-SA Appointment: Western Cape Regional Representative
The Institute for Timber Construction South Africa (ITC-SA), SAQA-accredited professional body for the engineered timber construction trade, is pleased to welcome Ernest Prinsloo on board as its Western Cape Regional Representative, starting 12 March 2018. Ernest brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the role, having started his career in the carpentry trade in 1969 and being promoted to
ITC-SA Appointment: Engineering Support
The Institute for Timber Construction South Africa (ITC-SA), SAQA-accredited professional body for the engineered timber construction sector, is proud to welcome Elliot Sikhumbuzo Nkosi on board in the role of Support Engineer. Elliot has 12 years’ working experience in the civil engineering sector as a civil and structural design engineer as well as an engineering project manager, with most of
Entries open for ITC-SA Timber Engineered Product Awards
The Institute for Timber Construction South Africa (ITC-SA) is proud to be hosting its highly anticipated Annual Timber Engineered Product Awards again in 2018. As an opportunity to celebrate and reward excellence in the engineered timber construction industry, all ITC-SA members are invited to enter the Awards by submitting their project portfolios to the judging committee. Important entry information You will
ITC-SA welcomes new KZN Regional Coordinator
The Institute for Timber Construction South Africa (ITC-SA) is delighted to announce that the position of Regional Coordinator for its KwaZulu-Natal branch has been filled. Nicky (Nundgopaul) Naidu, whose career is firmly entrenched in the construction sector, has experience in carpentry, real estate and project coordination. Having worked for the Natal Building Society as a Project Coordinator, Nicky gained experience
Roof Inspector Training Course 21-23 Nov 2017
Due to popular demand, another Roof Inspector Training Course will be hosted at the Institute for Timber Construction South Africa (ITC-SA) head office (SAFCA Building, 6 Hulley Road, Isando) from 21-23 November 2017 (from 8 am to 4 pm each day). The cost is R5500 [excl. VAT] per person. This course has been CPD accredited by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) for 3
