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11/06/2013
Wright Recycling Receive Training
Establishing a sustainable approach to business is a key objective for many modern day organisations.
And it is no different for multi-million pound SME Wright Recycling who has teamed up with a local college to help improve their environmental performance.
Wright Recycling Ltd, based in Newtownards, is one of the leading waste management companies that carries and recycles over 30,000 tons of waste each year and recycles over 90 per cent of waste brought into their site.
Thanks to funding from the Department for Employment and Learning (DEL), Wright Recycling Ltd has collaborated with South Eastern Regional College (SERC) to up-skill and professionalise their operatives which it said will improve production, reduce waste to landfill, increase employee morale and help reach their strategic recyclable targets. Further expected results include a reduction in residual waste and, as a result of knowledge enhancement, substantial savings on insurance.
Susan Wright, General Manager of Wright Recycling explained: "Wright Recycling is set to reap enormous benefits through the partnership with SERC. The qualification demonstrates the level at which our employees operate and reflects their expertise in waste management. The competencies achieved from the course will support career progression within the company. Continuous professional development in our staff is contributing to achieving our ambitious environmental and recycling targets."
The sustainable waste management course, delivered by SERC, focuses on delivering key modules including, waste acceptance, waste handling, legislation, manual handling, health and safety, environmental monitoring and risk management. Customised Training is designed to enhance the skills base within SME businesses. The project is financed by DEL and offers SME’s up to 75 per cent funding to cover the costs of the training.
(CD/MH)
And it is no different for multi-million pound SME Wright Recycling who has teamed up with a local college to help improve their environmental performance.
Wright Recycling Ltd, based in Newtownards, is one of the leading waste management companies that carries and recycles over 30,000 tons of waste each year and recycles over 90 per cent of waste brought into their site.
Thanks to funding from the Department for Employment and Learning (DEL), Wright Recycling Ltd has collaborated with South Eastern Regional College (SERC) to up-skill and professionalise their operatives which it said will improve production, reduce waste to landfill, increase employee morale and help reach their strategic recyclable targets. Further expected results include a reduction in residual waste and, as a result of knowledge enhancement, substantial savings on insurance.
Susan Wright, General Manager of Wright Recycling explained: "Wright Recycling is set to reap enormous benefits through the partnership with SERC. The qualification demonstrates the level at which our employees operate and reflects their expertise in waste management. The competencies achieved from the course will support career progression within the company. Continuous professional development in our staff is contributing to achieving our ambitious environmental and recycling targets."
The sustainable waste management course, delivered by SERC, focuses on delivering key modules including, waste acceptance, waste handling, legislation, manual handling, health and safety, environmental monitoring and risk management. Customised Training is designed to enhance the skills base within SME businesses. The project is financed by DEL and offers SME’s up to 75 per cent funding to cover the costs of the training.
(CD/MH)
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