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In addition to telephone advice, FPDC offers its members a FREE dispute resolution service. If workmanship advice or site inspections are required, the FPDC technical support service will inspect the work and provide you with an impartial written report. These FREE site visits are an invaluable service provided to members. No other association offers this service FREE to members (starts from £1,500 for non-members)! FPDC has representation on British and European Standards committees so our members are assured the most up to date and relevant technical support.
Stop before signing! FPDC's professional legal advisers are on hand to help minimise the risks of entering one-sided contracts. Practical advice from qualified experts is offered to members through a FREE telephone consultation service.
Improve the cash flow of your business with FREE advice and support on a wide range of cash flow related matters. What steps can be taken to manage your debt collection more effectively? How much do you know about your customers’ financial circumstances? Do you risk not getting paid? What do you need to know before starting legal action?
As an FPDC member, you have access to over 100 FREE factsheets covering a wide range of human resource issues including redundancy, discrimination, maternity, tax, absence control, unfair dismissal, e-mail and internet usage and payroll. The factsheets complement the FREE telephone advice line by providing background information on the subject concerned.
FPDC provides members with updated advice on a range of health and safety issues including risk assessments, legal requirements, manual handling, accidents and reporting, and contractor management, as well as a range of other sector specific issues. FPDC also offers members a FREE Health and Safety check up to ensure your procedures are current.
Environmental management and sustainability have become increasing concerns for the construction industry with many main contractors requiring appropriate documentation to be submitted at tender stage. FPDC has a wealth of expertise gained in the plastering and drywall sector to assist members in this area.
As well as discounted training seminars and courses, FPDC offers members FREE one to one advice on all training related matters, including: • Producing a Training Plan • Understanding the CITB-ConstructionSkills Grant Scheme • Apprenticeship routes and funding • Qualifying and carding your workforce
By obtaining information regarding your Health and Safety / Management procedures, our insurance partner is able to utilise this information, along with their knowledge of the Drylining sector, to negotiate better deals with the insurance underwriters. FPDC also provides a FREE insurance health checks to all members aimed at protecting your company in the event of a claim and pointing out potential weaknesses in your insurance portfolio.
FPDC website The website is the best place for members to read about our exclusive member services, events, special offers, training, factsheets, guidance notes and industry news.
E-communicationsRegular newsletters and bulletins containing sector specific information are sent to members via email.
Specialist Building FinishesFPDC’s own magazine publishes 6 issues a year and has a circulation of 6000 including main contractors, specialist contractors, architects, manufacturers, distributors and merchants. Members are encouraged to send press releases and profiles of contracts completed to the editor. Editorial content is independent of FPDC and aims to reflect a balanced view, representative of the sector.FREE Website listingThe FPDC Website contains a directory of all current members with a link to their own websites. There have been over 20,000 visitors to the FPDC website in 2009 with over 7000 searching for a Specialist Contractor. Fantastic FREE advertising opportunity!FPDC LogoMembers can use the FPDC logo on their website, stationery and printed materials.Yellow PagesFPDC has negotiated a discounted advertising rate for FPDC members with an opportunity to have an FPDC bannered advert and up to 80% off normal rates.
Special Events The FPDC 20th Anniversary Ball was held on 16th October 2009 and brought together contractors, distributors, manufacturers and other key players in the sector to celebrate FPDC's achievements during the past 20 years.
Regional SeminarsTopical and informative, these seminars are an opportunity to hear from pertinent speakers on relevant issues, meet FPDC staff and network with fellow contractors. FPDC Plaisterers’ AwardsThe Plaisterers’ Awards encompassing the Plaisterers’ Trophy, one of the oldest industry awards, rewards the highest standards of skill and excellence in plastering and associated trades.