SQA carried out a detailed audit of all the qualifications currently delivered by Albion Environmental Ltd on 18th June 2005. We are pleased to report that it was an extremely positive report, which is a compliment to the staff that have invested a lot of time and effort to ensure we deliver a quality service. Under the heading “Good Practice”, Dr. Jennifer McQuaid – Cook was pleased to note-

• “Assessment is based on strong foundations of waste management knowledge.”
• “Assessors and IV’s maintain strong links.”
• “Recording systems for assessment are well established for ease of moderation”
• “The centre has a realistic view of need for qualified and capable assessors and IV’s “
• “Good use of a range of sites to ensure candidates have access for both experience and assessment”
• “Good Candidate pre-assessment questionnaire”

Also under the general feed back section, she was pleased to note-

• “This centre continues with sensible business development.”
• “All staff are professional and progressive”.
• “All guidance is available electronically which is efficient and convenient for candidates”.
• “Office procedures are streamlined with good updating systems is place”

If you wish to see a complete copy of the report or wish to talk to any of our existing candidates please do not hesitate to contact us.

Albion Environmental Ltd is pleased to be working in partnership with ILM Highland Ltd, Alness providing Chartered Institution of Wastes Management Waste Awareness Certificate Courses.

ILM Highland Ltd have developed a program for trying to improve the waste management practices of businesses within the Ross and Cromarty area. Albion Environmental Ltd is delivering the CIWM Waste Awareness course and also providing follow up support to course candidates.

The program is due to continue into June 2005. For further details please contact Evan at ILM Highland Ltd on 01349 884 774.

For information on the waste awareness course please visit www.waste-awareness.co.uk

Albion Environmental Limited is pleased to announce that Craig Chandler (one of our senior consultants) has attained the prestigious award of full membership of the Institute of Occupational Health & Safety (IOSH). This membership was based on his Health & Safety qualifications and vast experience in safety matters. If you require any Health & Safety assistance for your business please contact Craig Chandler.

Albion Environmental Ltd is pleased to announce that Gary Ross will be joining the team in May 2005. This is the second new appointment this year and is driven by the ongoing success of Albion Environmental Ltd.

Gary has joined us from Waste Recycling Group where he was part of the environmental monitoring team. This appointment continues to strengthen the level of services provided by Albion Environmental Ltd.