HH Construction Ltd Partners with The Lighthouse Charity to Support Mental Health in Construction

At HH Construction Ltd, we believe that our responsibility goes beyond delivering high-quality projects—we are committed to supporting the people who make our industry thrive. That’s why we are proud to announce our partnership with The Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity, an organisation dedicated to the mental, physical, and financial well-being of construction workers and their families.

Supporting Mental Health in Construction

The construction industry is known for its demanding nature, and we recognise the pressures that our workforce faces daily. From long hours and tight deadlines to physically strenuous tasks, these challenges can take a toll on mental health. The Lighthouse Charity provides vital support services, including a 24/7 helpline, free counselling, and financial assistance to those in need.

How HH Construction Ltd is Making a Difference

Our partnership with The Lighthouse Charity allows us to contribute in several ways:

• Fundraising Initiatives: We will be organising charity events, sponsorships, and team challenges to raise money for this essential cause.
• Awareness Campaigns: By actively promoting mental health awareness on our sites, we aim to break the stigma surrounding mental well-being in the construction industry.
• Employee Support: Our team members will have direct access to The Lighthouse Charity’s services, ensuring they have the help they need when they need it.

A Stronger Future Together

We are committed to fostering a culture where mental health is a priority. Through this partnership, HH Construction Ltd aims to create a supportive environment where every worker feels valued, heard, and cared for.

We encourage everyone in our industry to join us in supporting this incredible cause. To learn more about The Lighthouse Charity and how you can get involved, visit www.lighthouseclub.org.

Together, we can build not just structures, but a stronger, healthier workforce.

We are thrilled to announce a significant milestone in our journey towards excellence in construction training and safety standards. HH Construction Ltd has been officially recognized as a CITB Approved Training Organization (ATO) and a Site Safety Plus (SSP) Centre. This accreditation marks a new chapter in our commitment to providing top-tier training for all out operatives and upholding the highest standards of safety within the construction industry.

As a CITB ATO, we are now authorized to deliver a wide range of construction-related training courses accredited by the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB). These courses cover various aspects of construction, including health and safety, site management, specialized trades, and more.

Additionally, being designated as an SSP Centre allows us to offer CITB’s Site Safety Plus suite of courses. These courses are specifically designed to enhance safety awareness and promote best practices on construction sites. Whether to our seasoned professionals or new operatives coming into the industry, our SSP courses provide invaluable insights and skills to help navigate the complexities of construction safely and efficiently.

Becoming a CITB ATO and SSP Centre is a testament to our unwavering dedication to excellence and continuous improvement. When our operatives are brought in for training, they can expect:

1. **High-Quality Training:** Our courses are delivered by experienced professionals who are passionate about sharing their knowledge and expertise.

2. **Comprehensive Curriculum:** From basic safety protocols to advanced construction techniques, our training programs cover a wide range of topics to meet  specific needs and requirements.

3. **State-of-the-Art Facilities:** Our training facilities are equipped with the latest tools and equipment, ensuring that our operatives have access to the resources needed to succeed.

4. **Flexible Learning Options:** We offer a variety of training formats, including in-person classes, virtual sessions, and blended learning experiences, to accommodate our schedule and preferences.

5. **Industry Recognition:** Our CITB accreditation demonstrates our commitment to meeting industry standards and delivering training that is recognized and respected throughout the construction sector.

Whether upskilling our workforce, advance their careers, or simply enhance our operatives knowledge of construction and safety practices, we invite you to follow us on this exciting journey. Explore our range of CITB-approved courses and SSP offerings today to see how we are building a safer, more successful future in the construction industry.

HH Construction Ltd – Building Excellence, Ensuring Safety.

In line with the removal of Industry Accreditation at the end of the year, we have been working meticulously to help grown our operatives and enable them to achieve the next level of competence in order to transition smoothly though the upcoming change.

In order to achieve this, our training team have worked towards another accreditation and succeeded in gaining status of becoming a Lantra Approved Training centre.

We are now able to offer Construction Plant/Machinery based National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs) up to Level 2 Diplomas to all our staff, enabling them to transition from Skilled to Competent Operative cards.

HH Construction are committed to the training of all our workforce to a high level to meet industry standards. With this commitment, investment has been made to employ our own Accredited Instructor, Alex Craig TechIOSH AIIRSM, and gain a Nationally Recognised Accreditation. A bespoke internal training department has been developed to economically deliver this training to the workforce.

Alex, with half a decade of training experience, has helped develop the bespoke internal training plan to ensure all workers are compliant with their job roles.

NPORS Training Provider accreditation was obtained in 2023 and we are now striving to potentially gain accreditations with CITB, CPCS, City & Guilds, NOCN and Lantra.

Work has now begun on ensuring that HH Construction are providing high level training to all operatives in line with our Tier 1 Contractors requirements, as well as National Standards.

This commitment also ensure that all operatives have qualifications showing their ability to work as safe and efficiently as possible. All operatives will receive mandatory training in areas such as CSCS Cards, Asbestos Awareness, Abrasive Wheels training, Manual Handling and more. There are then bespoke training plans for trade specific areas such as Groundworkers gaining Slinger Signaller and Plant Marshal, and Machine Operatives gaining Lifting Operations.

HH is now pleased to announce work in partnership with AMC to help raise awareness for men’s mental health within construction. Within the partnership, HH will be arranging and running fundraiser events throughout the year to help push and promote that its ok for men to talk. Keep an eye out for upcoming fundraiser days in the near future.

High flying local construction firm land three-year kit partnership.

Castleford Tigers are delighted to confirm that local construction company HH Construction have agreed a 3-year kit partnership with the club! With a long-established client base across commercial, retail, social and private sectors, HH has grown year on year to become one of the most respected and recognised groundwork contractors in Yorkshire.

Based on Methley Road in Castleford, HH Construction deliver their projects to total client satisfaction with a focus on quality and flexibility. The local firm cares greatly for the environment with their own set of procedures which reduces site pollution, recycles, and reduces waste both on site and in their offices.

In addition to being a kit partner, HH Construction will occupy their own branded executive box for the next 3 years whilst displaying their HH branding pitch side at the MAH Jungle. Tigers centre Peter Mata’utia will also be proudly sponsored by the company in their first season as club partners.

H&H Construction join the Fords’ team of outstanding partners, as the club continues its aim to be a strong financial position following the COVID-19 pandemic.

Founder and business partners John Handforth and Simon Williams shared their excitement on the partnership and said: “As a Castleford based company operating nationwide, we are delighted to be forming a long-term partnership with our local club Castleford Tigers”.

The club has great heritage which some of my family members have been involved in, and it also plays a huge part in our local community which is something HH Construction wanted to be a major part of. We discussed various opportunities including partnerships with other local Super League clubs, but we always felt that Castleford Tigers was the right choice for our business and the one that would give us the most satisfaction and reward.

Both John & Simon are incredibly proud of the HH Construction team and their hard work, which has allowed them to strongly partner up with the Tigers.

Our business continues to grow year on year with many new local and national projects in the pipeline. Thanks to the commitment and hard work of all the team at HH, the company sits in a very healthy position which allows us to form these partnerships and financially support the club and the wider community.”

“This is just a start of what we hope will become a very long and successful journey with Castleford Tigers, and one that we are very proud to be taking with HH Construction.

Craig Jeffels Head of Commercial Partnerships spoke about the long-term partnership saying: “I am delighted to welcome H&H Construction to Castleford Tigers for the next three years. As a very successful local business based a stone’s throw away on Methley Road, we are looking forward to building the relationship whilst promoting the HH Construction brand across our networks.”

“Following GMB Union’s late decision not to partner the club in 2021, it is great news that we have managed to tie up a long-term deal with H&H Construction who will replace GMB Union on the collar position. It is always my priority to secure long term agreements with our partners as this provides us some financial security and stability to plan for the future. Considering the ongoing situation that is hitting hard on many businesses up and down the country, there is not a more important time to be securing these relationships with very successful companies like HH Construction.”

“To commit to a substantial three-year partnership during a global pandemic is a credit to both John and Simon, and the success and stature of their company. It is important we continue to engage and affiliate ourselves with local businesses as a community club, and we are extremely proud of our newly found partnership with HH Construction. I look forward to working alongside John, Simon and the team at HH now and in the future.”