A Week of Worksop Skills Academy - Day 3

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Say hello to Harmony Moralis, who is an absolute breath of fresh air!

Harmony enrolled onto our Introduction to Construction (ITC) programme when she discovered that she'd be able to brush up on new health and safety practices within the construction industry, and to renew her CSCS card for free, as she'd always paid for her CSCS cards in the past.

Harmony started off her construction career in scaffolding, then roofing, with a spot of bricklaying here and there, although her heart lies with digging. Currently, she's working in groundworks and highway maintenance, whilst undertaking her RSMA course for groundworks. 

She informed us: There's only 100 or so people that have got it, and the units I'm taking will provide me with a Level 2 NVQ diploma. The course covers the reinstatement of tarmac, and gaining an understanding of gas, electric and water treatment. It's really hard but it ticks all the boxes for me to get back into working on dumper trucks and excavators. It's the ultimate job for me. I love digging!"

When Harmony was asked about her experiences at Worksop Academy, she said: "The lads on the course have been good, and Adam (WSA Lead Tutor] has been fantastic throughout. I'm used to plans and drawings, but I'm rubbish on a computer. When it's something I can demolish, great, I'm in my comfort zone. But computers... oh, no, they scare me. 

When I sat down to use one for the first time, I was like 'So how do you turn it on!?' I'm getting there though. Adam has really helped me understand the basics and I feel much more confident when I'm sat in front of one now. 

I've also learnt about fire extinguishers, which is really helpful when you're out on site as they can be a minefield for hazards. I would have had no idea what extinguisher to take, depending what was on fire, but now I know, and I've also leant the most fundamental thing when using one - pull, point and squeeze!"

Another of our learners that said she would be happy to recommend our course to anyone looking to get into, or already in, construction. 

It was wonderful talking to Harmony, a very focused and funny lady, and we wish her a long and successful career in groundworks!


If you'd like to learn more about Worksop Skills Academy, contact Tom Ward at tom.ward@skillspeoplegroup.com or on 07977 153 065

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