ECS CHECK
SHADOW SECRETARY OF STATE FOR EMPLOYMENT RIGHTS VOICES SUPPORT FOR ECS CHECK... ECSCheck provides a structured framework of competency
T he Shadow Secretary of State for Employment Rights, Andy McDonald MP, is the latest figure to voice their support for ECS Check and the benefits it can bring for contractors and local authorities. Launched in early 2020, ECS Check is a compliance system used throughout the UK and a Licence to Practise (LtP) system for the electrical industry in Northern Ireland. Via ECS Check, as a free-to-access digital platform, the electrotechnical industry has a means to conduct audits to verify all electrotechnical personnel on site throughout the supply chain. There are already over 350 clients, local authorities, main or electrical contractors signed up to access the system. Andy McDonald MP said: “ECS Check provides a structured framework of competency and enables greater visibility
for clients to show building project work is being carried out by qualified electrotechnical personnel in all levels of the supply chain. Digital solutions like the ECS Check systems identify where apprenticeships are in place to bring through the talent of future generations and prevent the race to the bottom in employment standards and training.” Clients and main contractors can use the system to promote apprenticeships and training; for example, by setting required numbers or proportions to be met for apprentices or trainees. This helps promote social and best value in procurement as well as allowing clients to specify the expected levels of qualification and competency for their projects. Mr McDonald concluded: “ECS Check
gives information to clients to make better informed choices about how projects are contracted and will be a valuable tool in assisting authorities to meet local employment and social value objectives.” In helping to promote a safer working environment and raise employment standards, ECS Check plays an important role in establishing the highest levels of on-site competency in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. To sign up to the system, visit www.ecscard.org.uk/ECS-Check-for- Clients-and-Supply-Chain or email ecscheckni@ecscard.org.uk or call 01322 661 622.
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