Train for lower window cleaning premiums
April 1st 2008 The British Window Cleaning Academy (BWCA) has developed a scheme to cut the
cost of insurance for window cleaning companies that have invested in training
BWCA founder Craig Mawlam says he is often asked:"How will
training benefit me?"Alongside the many other benefits of the
BWCA training, there is now another added advantage.Mawlam
welcomes this new initiative:"Window cleaners can now feel the effects
of training immediately by saving money with lower insurance costs."
The BWCA has achieved this by working with insurance broker
Alexander Swan to establish a new scheme for members of its
ClearChoice accreditation programme. "We have managed to convey the
message to insurers that trained window cleaners are a lower
risk," continues Mawlam "Members will receive increased
discount based on how much training they have completed."
The new insurance scheme is just the latest benefit for BWCA
trained members. Aside the obvious advantage that comes
from increased professional knowledge,once trained,members
are also able to use the BWCA logo on their vehicles and
stationery,and are given a photographic membership ID card.
They can also take advantage of BWCA corporate advertising in
Yellow Pages as well as an online profile on the BWCA website.
"We launched ClearChoice two years ago to try to bring real benefits
fromtraining,"explains Mawlam."We now have over 900 members who are
taking advantage of ClearChoice to promote their professionalism. The new
insurance scheme is a milestone because now training can directly reduce
costs. Although the scheme has only been running for a few weeks,we have
already had some excellent feedback from members.It is not uncommon for
members to save more than the cost of the training in reduced premiums."
Training for window cleaners is becoming ever more important as
companies strive to reduce their liability, and building owners are
now more likely to ask to see evidence that workers on their site are
properly trained and competent to do the work safely.
The main courses offered by the BWCA are Window Cleaning Skills (for
newcomers to the trade),Getting the Best From Water-fed Poles,Health and
Safety for Window Cleaners and the highly popular Marketing Your Window
Cleaning Business. Attending any of the courses grants membership to
ClearChoice and access to those benefits,including the insurance scheme.
To find out more visit:
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