Category: The Apprentice & The Bee

Episode 39
The Appprentice And The Bee
Overwintering – Stage 1

While we’re still celebrating our Apprentices’ award success, our bees are preparing for their own quiet winter.  Although they seem safe and snug in their hotels, they need a little extra care to ensure they make it through the colder months.  To protect our bees from harsh weather and hungry predators, the first step in […]

There is a buzz about the place!

Following on from our Training Initiative award some of the industry publications have picked up on our achievement. Read what they are saying below: Project Scotland https://projectscot.com/2024/11/glasgow-firms-innovative-apprentice-initiative-recognised-with-national-award/ Scottish Construction Now https://www.scottishconstructionnow.com/articles/and-finally-the-bees-knees Scottish Building Federation https://scottish-building.co.uk/the-bees-knees-fourply-training-programme-lifts-national-award/

Episode 38
The Appprentice And The Bee
Celebrating Our Training Initiative Win!

We are delighted to announce that on Thursday evening, Fourply received the Training Initiative Award at the Construction Awards of Excellence 2024!  This prestigious award, open to all construction and building companies across the UK, was judged independently by a panel of experts.  We had the pleasure of attending the event in Nottingham with a […]

Episode 37
The Appprentice And The Bee
We’re in Nottingham for the Finals!

We’re in Nottingham for the Finals! Tonight, we are excited to be attending the NFB Construction Awards of Excellence 2024! Having been shortlisted for the finals, we’ve travelled down to Nottingham for this event with our Apprentices but left our Bees safely tucked away in their hotels. Accompanying our Apprentices at our table this evening […]

Episode 36
The Appprentice And The Bee
Nightshift On Halloween

This Halloween, our Apprentices, now over 18, are eligible to work nightshifts when required.  To recharge, they must find a suitable environment for daytime rest – just like the Common Pipistrelle bats featured in this video.  These bats have found their ideal rest spot in a Blue Tit nest box.  Both our Apprentices and Pipistrelles […]

Episode 35
The Appprentice And The Bee
Metamorphosis of Apprentices

Just like our bees, the growth and transformation of our Apprentices isn’t always immediately visible. It takes time, guidance and the right opportunities for them to develop into skilled professionals. Take Louise, our Helpdesk/Maintenance Supervisor, as a perfect example. Over 14 years ago, she started her journey at Fourply as a school leaver, pursuing an […]

Episode 34
The Appprentice And The Bee
Metamorphosis of Bees

Our Bees undergo complete metamorphosis during their life-cycle.   Meaning that there are four very different developmental stages, namely: egg, larva, pupa, adult.  In this video clip, we can see that our bees have each spun a protective cocoon and therein completed pupation to form into adult bees.  Although we are unable to see the form […]

Episode 33
The Appprentice And The Bee
2nd Year Apprentices – Pitched Roof Construction

This month, our 2nd Year Carpentry & Joinery Apprentices are honing their skills in Pitched Roof Construction during their college studies.  In this photo, you can see them beginning to construct a gable-ended pitched roof, complete with an overhanging verge.  The aim of this unit is to equip our Apprentices with the knowledge and skills […]

Episode 32
The Appprentice And The Bee
Full Hotel

This year has been a huge success for our Bee Hotel, with every flute filled to capacity despite the challenging wet conditions.  Thanks to careful planning, thoughtful design, shared expertise, and dedicated management, our hotel has exceeded all expectations.  Much like our Apprentices, the Bees have shown determination and perseverance to meet their goals. Now, […]

Episode 31
The Appprentice And The Bee
Pitched Roof Construction

This month, whilst at college our 2nd Year Carpentry & Joinery Apprentices are studying Pitched Roof Construction.   By creating initial drawings, our apprentices learn to appreciate scale and setting-out skills prior to applying their practical skills within the workshop.   This module marks the start of their 2nd Year at college and demonstrates their development from […]