Fixed Construction

Fixed Training Academy

In partnership with some of the largest construction companies in the UK, we’ve designed a training course to help you learn new skills quickly so that you can qualify for some of the most in demand jobs in the UK.

The course consists of CITB-approved modules that will allow you to find work as a Chippie Labourer and IPAF Operator immediately afterwards.

You can earn up to £22 per hour as a Chippie Labourer and this will put you on a path towards becoming a Shuttering Carpenter where you can earn £27 per hour.

Mandatory Requirements

CSCS Card
UK Right to Work
Based in London

Course Duration

5 days (40 hours total), with practical assessments and theory exams.

Qualifications Upon Successful Completion of Fixed Academy Training Course

Introduction to Formwork
Fixed Academy Qualification
Abrasive Wheels
Manual Handling
Working at Height
Scaffold Awareness Course with certification
System Formwork for Panel Systems, Walls, Shaft, Column
System Formwork for Panel Systems and Traditional
IPAF 3a/3b - optional*

*£195 additional cost

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Course Modules

Basics of Formwork and Carpentry
Teach trainees how to use basic equipment and tools.
- How to correctly read a tape measure.
- Understanding and importance of correct PPE.
- Practical use of a hammer using nails, ply and timber.
- Understanding engineers' marks.
- Correct equipment to have on site, e.g. tool belt, hammer, chalk line, nails, etc.
Introduction to Formwork (Panel Wall, Decking & Column Formwork)
Familiarise trainees with formwork principles and systems.
- Introduction to formwork types (e.g., wall, slab, decking, column formwork).
- Overview of formwork systems and tools.
- Basic formwork terminology and safety considerations.
- Safe handling and assembly of formwork components.
- Setting up wall, slab, and column formwork.
- Techniques for dismantling and stacking formwork safely.

Course Outcomes

Upon completing the course, participants will:

Ability to use power tools safely (abrasive wheels).
Ability to cut timber and ply safely to size and assemble timber and ply formwork using a workbench.
Basic understanding of formwork systems and their application to a construction site.
Demonstrate safe, efficient assembly and dismantling of PERI and other formwork systems.
Operate MEWPs safely and understand emergency protocols.
Comply with working-at-height safety standards, with the ability to use PPE effectively.
Safely lifting, carrying and moving objects on site (Manual handling).