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COVID-19 Update

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Energy Compliance Accreditation

The MPBA Generic EPC Scheme is FREE to members of the MPBA
MPBA Learning Hub

Modular and Portable Building Specialist Accreditation and Training Centre
MPBA Business Shield

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MPBA General Meeting October 2020 Presentation Documents

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The Industry's Association

The MPBA play a key role in connecting all sectors of the modular and portable building industry together. Regardless of size and the type of business in the industry, by becoming an MPBA member you will join an Association with many other professionals which will open the door to various opportunities and add significant value to your company. find out more…

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News

24th Feb 2021
Portable Offices continues to respond to Covid challenges
The pandemic has turned the world upside down and companies have to adapt to the changes in order to survive. For portable buildings providers, there has been an urgent need to respond to the increasi...
24th Feb 2021
Wernick Hire launches new Yard Operative training programme
Wernick Hire has officially launched a Training Programme for Yard Operatives. The programme was established as an initiative to bring young people into the business, giving them all the hands-on trai...
19th Feb 2021
New modular buildings brochure for Wernick Buildings
Specialising in permanent modular construction, Wernick Buildings are committed to providing sophisticated and sustainable offsite building solutions that offer accelerated project delivery, minimal o...
15th Feb 2021
CABOT SQUARE ACQUIRES MAJORITY STAKE IN PREMIER MODULAR
Cabot Square Capital has acquired a majority shareholding in Premier Modular, one of the UK’s leading offsite construction specialists, for an undisclosed sum. The investment will support the st...
21st Jan 2021
New build for Birmingham Womens Hospital
As part of a redevelopment programme, Birmingham Womens Hospital planned to demolish their Norton Court building and replace it with a more modern facility.More news »
10th Aug 2020
Modular Technology Pivotal in School Rebuilding Programme
The Modular and Portable Building Association (MPBA) has publicly supported the government’s transformative ten-year school rebuilding programme backed by over £1bn in funding. 
26th Jul 2020
The evolution of volumetric modular technology
Volumetric modular systems are often perceived as a new offsite innovation, the reality is that these solutions have been around for decades.
7th May 2020
Supporting the Healthcare Crisis
The approach to coping with the COVID-19 healthcare crisis has been vastly different across the globe. China used the might of 7,000 workers and 1,000 construction machines, operating 24 hours a day t...
31st Mar 2020
The Value and Opportunities Within Modular Construction
Having gained considerable momentum over the past few years, modular construction now makes up 60-70% of the offsite manufacturing sector and reduces build times by an impressive 50-60%. At the forefr...
4th Mar 2020
OFFSITE PROGRESSION AND THE SHIFT TOWARDS VOLUMETRIC TECHNOLOGY
The government and the wider public sector are the biggest clients of the construction industry and have an important role in encouraging and facilitating the uptake of offsite technology.More news »


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Ideal Building Systems LimitedM Group Plant & Fleet SolutionsAD Modular LimitedBoyton-BRJ System Buildings LimitedSelect Plant HireCatfoss Group Manufacturing LtdBalfour Beatty Plant & Fleet ServicesEnviro Building Solutions LtdGenquip
Tremco CPG UK LimitedLucideonExcel Laminating LimitedOne Electrical LtdMetrotile LimitedMHM GroupVista Insurance Brokers Harlequin Office Furniture LtdAquaTec Coatings LimitedFoster Environmental LtdPermaroof UK LtdAxalta Coating Systems Huthwaite UK Ltd
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Resources

BeAware - Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) Sector Report
BeAware - Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) Sector ReportLifting Guidelines from Groundhog
Lifting Guidelines from GroundhogConsiderate Constructors Scheme - Expectations for Temporary Site Accommodation
Considerate Constructors Scheme - Expectations for Temporary Site AccommodationGuidance Document - Secure Loading of Cabins
Guidance Document - Secure Loading of CabinsElectrical Courses Overview (September 2020)
Electrical Courses Overview (September 2020)MPBA Brochure
MPBA BrochureMBNVQ05 Assessment Process
MBNVQ05 Assessment ProcessMBNVQ04 Application Process
MBNVQ04 Application ProcessMBNVQ03 Fee Sheet
MBNVQ03 Fee SheetMBNVQ02 Application for Assessment
MBNVQ02 Application for AssessmentMBNVQ01 Information Sheet
MBNVQ01 Information SheetMPBA Guidance of Mobile Welfare Units
MPBA Guidance of Mobile Welfare UnitsCode of Practice for loading and unloading
Code of Practice for loading and unloadingECA Code of Practice for the Installation, Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations
ECA Code of Practice for the Installation, Inspection and Testing of Electrical InstallationsEarthing of Mobile Transportable Units ’What you need to know’
Earthing of Mobile Transportable Units ’What you need to know’ CE Markings ’What you need to know’
CE Markings ’What you need to know’Sales terms and conditions sample
Sales terms and conditions sampleModel Conditions of Hire
Model Conditions of Hire More downloads » Less downloads »
Access the MPBA Business Shield

As part of your membership with the MPBA, members will have free access to the Business Shield online portal which provides practical and cost-effective tools and support, assisting your business in the management of risk on a day-to-day basis.The following is included automatically and without charge as part of your membership benefits.

 

  • Health & Safety and Employment Law telephone helpline
  • Online MPBA exclusive members area
  • Extensive online database of Health & Safety and Employment Law documentation
  • Online ’Ask The Expert’ service
  • Health & Safety and Employment Law legislation update seminars
  • Exclusive option to upgrade to Business Shield Plus at heavily discounted rates
  • Access to Generic Risk Assessments for your business
  • Training
  • Details on Environmental issues and much more.
MPBA BUSINESS SHIELD

The MPBA Generic EPC Scheme is FREE to members of the MPBA included within annual membership fees.

Members electronically receive the following:
  • Letter confirming that as a member of the MPBA your company is fully authorised to issue generic energy performance certificates from April 6 2014 until September 31st 2016, unless membership is terminated.
  • Energy Performance Certificates.
  • BRUKL Output document.
  • Illustrative EPC rating (voluntary issue - not a legal requirement).
  • Guidance to the use of Generic Certification Scheme provided by the MPBA-EPC Accreditation Scheme.
  • Members can also use this portal as a folder/file to maintain all their records on documentation relating to EPC’s produced.
Compliance Guide V2 EPC Scheme Certificate Guide to Generic Certificate Members Letter of Authority
NVQ Scheme

The Modular and Portable Building Specialist Accrediation and Training Centre has been set up as an identity with an administration function to represent the interest of the Modular and Portable Building Association and its members in the industry on this and future schemes whilst maintaining a quality of the assessment process.

Details of the qualification and how to obtain can be found on the attached downloads:

MBNVQ01  Information Sheet
MBNVQ02  Application Form
MBNVQ03  Fee Sheet
MBNVQ04  Application Process
MBNVQ05  Assessment Process

Applications should be sent to richard@mpba.biz for processing.

MBNVQ01 Information Sheet MBNVQ02 Application for Assessment MBNVQ03 Fee Sheet MBNVQ04 Application Process MBNVQ05 Assessment Process

MPBA Training

Events

  • Members General & Networking Meeting
    9th Apr 2021
    Meetings will be subject to change in line with Government Regulations.
    TIME: Details to be confirmed LOCATION: The Arden Hotel, Coventry Road, Bickenhill, Solihull, Birmingham. B92 0EH. Enquiry Page View Map
  • Members AGM General & Networking Meeting
    10th Jun 2021
    Meetings are suject to change in accirdance with Government Guidelines 
    TIME: Details to be confirmed LOCATION: The Arden Hotel, Coventry Road, Bickenhill, Solihull, Birmingham. B92 0EH. Enquiry Page View Map
  • Members General & Networking Meeting
    2nd Sep 2021
    Details to follow and subject to Government Guidlines
    TIME: Details to be confirmed LOCATION: The Arden Hotel, Coventry Road, Bickenhill, Solihull, Birmingham. B92 0EH. Enquiry Page View Map
  • MPBA Annual Dinner 2021
    25th Nov 2021
    We look forward this one happening.
    TIME: Details to be confirmed LOCATION: The Arden Hotel, Coventry Road, Bickenhill, Solihull, Birmingham. B92 0EH. Enquiry Page View Map

Join The MPBA

By becoming a member you will be joining an Association with many other professionals, this will open the door to various opportunities and add significant value to your company.

Achievements & Future Projects

Founded in 1938, MPBA play a key role in connecting all sectors of the modular and portable building industry together. By becoming a member you will be joining an Association with many other professionals. This will open the door to various opportunities and add significant value to your company.

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Members of the Association are companies involved with the design, manufacture, selling and hiring of buildings manufactured from timber, steel or concrete or a combination of materials. Buildings are fabricated as whole unit's e.g.: jackleg units, containers security (vandal proof) stores and buildings or as sections of buildings that are assembled on site to form a whole unit or part of a building e.g.: bathroom or bedroom pods for hotels.

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This grade of membership allows companies or individuals that have dealings with, or have an interest in, the prefabricated building industry to join the Association. It provides an opportunity for people to meet members, exchange ideas, and allows our existing members to become more knowledgeable and broadly based.

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