Overhead and undervalued?
June 1st 2009

David Willis, training manager at Impact Training, encourages window cleaners to gain qualifications, for their own safety and to prove how much they are worth

Are you a window cleaner? If you are, you'll probably agree with the following: There's far more to window cleaning than most people realise.

It's rated as one of the most dangerous ways of making a living.

It's not just a 'ladder and bucket' job – it often involves using and understanding complex equipment.

Sadly, few members of the public are aware of the fact that present-day window cleaning is a professional occupation – an occupation that merits respect.

If you're a window cleaner, you can help change that attitude by gaining an NVQ qualification. A qualification that is City and Guild recognised, it gives your customers and clients solid proof of your competency, and working towards it gives you valuable training.

Your NVQ will provide you with up to date, cutting-edge information covering all aspects of the window cleaning profession. It will be informative without being mind-numbing, and having gained your qualification you'll be able to help employees and employers understand the legal implications of getting safety management wrong.

The course is conducted during normal working hours, actually on your own customers' sites – so there's no disruption to your normal working day. And what's more, it's free.

In the current climate, when cost-cutting is a priority, the fact that you have a professional qualification will give your customers confidence, and ensure they stay with a reliable and professional window cleaner.

Why not be the first in your area to achieve an NVQ – and help enhance the reputation of your profession.

For further information contact David Willis.

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