Edinburgh, Midlothian -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/09/2010 -- Premium developer, Stewart Milne Group, has achieved Platinum level in the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS). This award, which represents the ultimate standard in health and safety competence within the construction industry, underpins the company’s commitment to quality in both service and product.

The award, which has been achieved across all group divisions, covers 220 occupations within the industry, recognises the competence of workers in achieving construction qualifications and is proof that at least 90% of the workforce fully understands its health and safety responsibilities.

Speaking about the award, John Slater, group managing director, homes, comments: “ We are delighted with our achievement in the CSCS to date. Stewart Milne Group places the utmost priority on health and safety, ensuring our teams are fully equipped to work effectively and safety. We are committed to our employees having recognised skills and qualifications and being fully competent to carry out their roles. This results in the very highest quality construction and satisfied customers which is our top priority. I am proud of our achievement and look forward to attaining our goal of the 100% milestone.”

With almost 1000 personnel across Stewart Milne Group’s operations UK-wide having reached the required level for the CSCS certificate, this represents a significant success for the Learning & Development function of the HR team which led the co-ordination of the project. It also demonstrates further how the company strives for excellence and quality in all its operations.