Local Institute of Quarrying (IQ) branches have been at the forefront of adapting to the needs of members by turning to online platforms to host their technical evenings and networking events.
IQ West of England Branch presents Portland Stone
[fa icon="calendar'] Nov 26, 2020 8:00:00 AM / by Sarah Fry posted in West of England Branch, IQ Community
Northern Ireland Branch Donates to Charities
[fa icon="calendar'] Jun 17, 2020 3:30:00 PM / by IQ News Update posted in Northern Ireland Branch, IQ Community
Since 2018, the IQ Northern Ireland Branch has raised an astounding £49,000.00 to support local charities, with the annual Stonecrushers Ball and golf day providing the jewel in the crown events for the branches calendar year fundraising efforts.
Putting the NHS First
[fa icon="calendar'] Apr 2, 2020 12:56:06 PM / by IQ News Update posted in Leadership, North of England Branch, IQ Community
Hazen Bowskill, Quarry Operations Manager, Heights Quarry, Aggregate Industries and IQ North of England Branch Chairman shares his positive approach to the current corona virus crisis.
Loughries Integrated Primary School had a blast in Ballystockart Quarry
[fa icon="calendar'] Feb 21, 2020 12:15:00 PM / by IQ News Update posted in Northern Ireland Branch, Engagement Influence and Impact, IQ Community
Primary 3 and 4 pupils from Loughries Integrated Primary School visited Ballystockart Quarry on Friday 24th January.
Midlands Health and Safety Conference 2019
[fa icon="calendar'] Dec 20, 2019 11:41:33 AM / by IQ News Update posted in CPD, Midlands Branch, Networking, IQ Community
Championing safety in the minerals extractive sector through continuing professional development (CPD), the Institute of Quarrying (IQ) recently organised a Health and Safety Conference for its Midlands-based members.
Northern Ireland Branch host regional IQ Excellence Awards
[fa icon="calendar'] Oct 31, 2019 5:00:00 PM / by IQ News Update posted in Northern Ireland Branch, Networking, Excellence Awards, IQ Community
The ‘Stonecrushers Ball’ organised by the Institute of Quarrying (IQ) Northern Ireland branch is an industry highlight for many. The annual event was the perfect setting to celebrate the Northern Ireland winners of the IQ Excellence Awards.
Yorkshire Branch Health & Safety Conference 2019
[fa icon="calendar'] Oct 3, 2019 10:30:00 AM / by IQ News Update posted in CPD, Yorkshire Branch, Networking, IQ Community
Improving health and safety for everyone working in the mineral products sector is a top priority for all operators, producers and contractors. That means it is imperative that professionals are equipped with the knowledge, understanding and practical application of key regulations and standards that affect the sector in order to work towards the aim of zero harm.
South Wales CPD Technical Event
[fa icon="calendar'] Sep 27, 2019 11:05:00 AM / by IQ News Update posted in CPD, South Wales Branch, Networking, IQ Community
On Wednesday 18th September, over fifty members of the Branch attended a CPD technical event at the largest quarry in South Wales!
Derbyshire Branch Day Out
[fa icon="calendar'] Aug 31, 2019 10:00:00 AM / by Sarah Fry posted in Derbyshire Branch, IQ Community
As well as great personal development opportunities available through membership with the Institute of Quarrying (IQ), being part of the regional branch network is an excellent way to socialise with like-minded industry peers.
West of England branch
[fa icon="calendar'] Jul 31, 2019 12:00:00 PM / by Sarah Fry posted in West of England Branch, Networking, IQ Community
Attending regular technical evenings organised by the regional Institute of Quarrying (IQ) branches is a great way for members to keep up to date on key industry issues. IQ branch events provides its members with valuable networking and CPD opportunities.