25th July 2012, 03:05 PM
A site newbie is going to need some basic training even if it is in how to lift a barrow with out permanently damaging their back. Training site supervisors to be able to provide basic level training for the new guys may be cost effective. Long term training is another issue until there is a drastic skills shortage I cannot see cash strapped units bothering. Though CBA IFA and EH have all contributed to to training the commercial set ups have a poor track record. As for individuals I know from personal experience that getting your self trained up to a high level when there are no jobs or prospects of promotion is pretty soul destroying.
