Training programme for supervisors : An element in quality assurance of the construction industry

The purpose of this article is briefly to describe the developing and structuring of a concrete technology course for the construction companies in Hong Kong. Statistics on student profile and course enrolment are presented to demonstrate the characteristic of the local industry and course development. Over the year, more than 269 candidates coming from 33 companies have successfully completed the course which has established its status in the industry. Over 48.7 per cent of the enrolment comes from concrete suppliers, indicating the concern for the standard of their staff and showing their commitment towards quality production of concrete.