The Institute of Quarrying

IQ President, Viv Russell reflects on Hillhead's success in showcasing industry advancements and strengthening the community. Other recent highlights include future events and strategic planning, member engagement through CPD days and board elections. https://bit.ly/3Ymp8Wu

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During Hillhead 2024, Clare Howcutt-Kelly caught up with IQ & MPQC to find out more about the combined industry services that both organisations have to offer. Mineral Products Qualifications Council (MPQC) | Minerals Matter https://bit.ly/3zNSyT9

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Hosted by the Institute of Asphalt Technology (IAT), tomorrow's lunchtime webinar is an opportunity for members to find out more about the Minerals Matter Ambassador scheme. Being a STEM ambassador is a fantastic opportunity for employees from across the industry to volunteer their time and knowledge to raise the profile of the sector to young people across the UK. Register your attendance here: https://lnkd.in/e6AhrdAJ Minerals Matter | The Institute of Asphalt Technology

For the next 2 months, you can join IQ for just £100. Industry professionals can sample the benefits of IQ membership such as valuable learning opportunities, training resources, CPD materials and networking events that aid career progression by joining now and having membership until the end of 2024. To find out more and to become a member, visit https://bit.ly/3SqRxqT

The Institute of Quarrying and Mineral Products Qualifications Council (MPQC) work with the industry to identify the future skills and competencies needed and developing the training and qualifications to support career pathways. Let's find out more by chatting to James Thorne, CEO of IQ and MPQC. Visit them on stand H2 and stay tuned for the full interview. #hillhead2024 #instituteofquarrying #mpqc #skills #training

The IQ team would to thank all it’s members, partners and visitors that visited the joint IQ and MPQC stand at this year’s Hillhead. IQ’s Hillhead 2024 highlights include: • Achieving more together by exhibiting with the Mineral Products Qualification Council and our partners • The Institute of Quarrying Australia (IQA) visiting Hillhead as part of their week of activities in Derbyshire • The launch of the Strategic Safety Forum for health and safety across the sector • Taking part in the Minerals Matter school tour initiative for local engineering pupils to experience Hillhead and learn more about career opportunities in the industry We look forward seeing everyone again at Hillhead 2026. James Thorne | Viv Russell | Ben Williams | Martin Riley | Jon Prichard CEng CEnv FICE FInstRE | Mike Phillips FIQ. FIMMM. | Mineral Products Qualifications Council (MPQC) | Minerals Matter | Institute of Explosives Engineers (IExpE UK) | Heavy Clay Technology Association (HCTa) | University of Derby | QNJAC | The Institute of Asphalt Technology | The Institute of Quarrying Australia (IQA) | The QMJ Group | Quarrying, Construction, Recycling & Dimensional Stone Events & Publications

The Institute of Quarrying unites with four other sector organisations to initiate a significant industry-wide effort aimed at enhancing health and safety. The newly established Strategic Safety Forum (SSF) for health and safety in the Mineral Products sector, unveiled today at Hillhead 2024, underlines the vital role of information sharing and collaboration. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/e68DVqHH

We’ve officially arrived at Hillhead! Come and visit us on stand H2 to find out more about our membership, education & training, our partners, as well as our joint collaboration with the Mineral Products Qualifications Council (MPQC).