Author: FM College Admin

Certifications have become a cornerstone in the professional development of skilled trade workers, particularly in the fire, electrical, and life safety realms. Certification programs are designed to be comprehensive, promoting competency and safety in various specialized domains. In today’s competitive job market, the value of certifications extends far beyond a mere acknowledgment of skills; it…

Nearly one-third of public schools (31%) have one or more non-permanent (portable) buildings in use on campus, according to new data released by the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), the statistical center within the U.S. Department of Education’s Institute of Education Sciences (IES). Additionally, major repair, renovation, or modernization work was being performed in…

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is awarding $970 million to 114 airports across the country, spanning 44 states and three territories. The funding covers terminal expansions, sustainability, security, accessibility improvements, and more. “Today’s funding not only helps modernize airports to meet the needs of travelers today and for years to come, but also creates good-paying…

Smart buildings are continually on the rise, with most facility and maintenance managers seeing the value in accessing the data that comes with this technology. However, while 90 per cent of managers feel that technology will improve operations, only 17 per cent of managers have installed those tools. So, even though the technology works and…

Employees who took part in a new global survey say that having a diverse, equitable, and inclusive (DEI) workplace is important to them. They also want their leaders to be vocal about how organizations are actively engaged in such efforts. Catalyst, a global nonprofit promoting gender equity and workplace inclusion, analyzed 6,800 employees in 11…

The Nova Scotia government plans to spend over $1.6 billion on capital projects in the coming fiscal year, which includes hospitals, schools, and roads and highways. Finance Minister Allan MacMaster presented the 2024-25 capital plan this week that also earmarks funds for new housing projects. “I am pleased this plan supports efforts to build more…