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STA Issues First Statement: “We Are Not an Alternative Card Scheme”

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The Scaffolding Training Alliance (STA) has issued its first public statement since announcing its formation earlier this month, aiming to clarify its purpose and respond to speculation within the industry.

In a LinkedIn post published today, the STA confirmed that it does not intend to create an alternative scaffolder card scheme.

“The Alliance wishes to dispel any rumours that the STA’s current goal is to set up an alternative Scaffolder card scheme. This is not the case,” the statement read. “The Alliance considers itself to be a Learner Provider Network, and not a vehicle for an opposition or alternative card scheme.”

The STA said it was formed in response to concerns shared by training providers about the direction of the Construction Industry Scaffolders Record Scheme (CISRS), particularly what it described as “retrograde” changes already implemented or proposed.

The Alliance has called on CISRS to reinstate its previous schedule of training provider meetings, citing the need for proper two-way dialogue. It noted that the next CISRS/provider meeting is not due to take place until October 2025.

“The Alliance calls on CISRS to reinstate the previous centres meeting schedule, to allow proper, two-way dialogue to take place,” the statement said.

The STA added that while a more detailed response is being prepared, it does not intend to engage in a public debate via social media.

“The Alliance has no interest in holding a public debate over social media, and formal comment will follow shortly via the appropriate channels.”

The statement follows widespread industry discussion around the STA’s launch and the broader debate over the future of scaffolding training in the UK.

ScaffMag will report further updates as they become available.

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