The impact of multiskilling on UK's construction manpower
Language: English Series: Proceedings of the Institution of Civil Engineers ; 161(MPL) February 2008, 25-30(6)Publication details: 2008Subject(s): Summary: Shows that the UK suffers from a shortage of skilled manpower on the construction and building services market. To remedy the situation, construction workers develop skills needed over several trades. Presents and analyses data. Concludes that developing several skills is beneficial to the UK as long as the appropriate combination of skills is used.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | L144950 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 144950-1001 |
Shows that the UK suffers from a shortage of skilled manpower on the construction and building services market. To remedy the situation, construction workers develop skills needed over several trades. Presents and analyses data. Concludes that developing several skills is beneficial to the UK as long as the appropriate combination of skills is used.