UKATA, a leading authority in asbestos training, is thrilled to announce a new partnership with the British Institute of Kitchen, Bedroom and Bathroom Installation (BiKBBI). This partnership solidifies the collaboration between the two organisations, with a shared aim of enhancing asbestos-related education and training opportunities within the KBB installation sector.
This partnership highlights the shared commitment of both organisations to collaboratively promote asbestos awareness and enhance safety protocols within the industry. By leveraging their combined expertise, resources, and industry insights, UKATA and BiKBBI aim to reinforce efforts in preventing asbestos-related illnesses while upholding the highest standards in asbestos management.
UKATA's Operations Manager, Sasha Brailsford, shared her enthusiasm about the new partnership, stating, "It's a pleasure to officially join forces with the KBB Installation Sector, and I look forward to supporting our collective mission to raise awareness around asbestos hazards."
Damian Walters, BiKBBI CEO commented “As the only organisation representing the KBB installation community, our strategic partnerships are key to our work on improving education, standards and compliance in the sector. Asbestos awareness is vital to the health and safety of those working in the home improvement industry and is an entry requirement of BiKBBI registration. We are pleased to formalise our partnership with UKATA as we continue to promote safe working practices for our registered businesses and the wider industry.”
Both UKATA and BiKKBI share a common commitment to asbestos awareness, training, and safety. About UK Asbestos Training Association (UKATA): UKATA is a leading authority for asbestos training provision in the United Kingdom. The organisation sets standards, provides guidance, and promotes excellence in asbestos training. UKATA collaborates with various industry sectors to ensure the highest levels of asbestos safety and compliance.
About BiKBBI: The British Institute of Kitchen, Bedroom & Bathroom Installation (BiKBBI) is the UK’s first and only Government sanctioned institute dedicated to Kitchen, Bedroom and Bathroom (KBB) installation. It works with professional installers, retailers, manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors of kitchen, bedroom & bathroom product to define industry standards, support skills development and provide the industry with a national and collaborative voice.
BiKBBI’s accredited national membership is made up of over 5,000 installation businesses, together with a network of local, regional, and national specialist retailers and a growing number of major national and international manufacturers and suppliers. Thanks to this the organisation is able to provide consumers with reassurance of compliance in every element of KBB installation, while representing the shared interests of sole traders, SMEs and major national and international businesses working in one of the most important parts of the UK economy. For more information, visit www.bikbbi.org.uk
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Published on Wednesday 12th March 2025