On October 10, 11 and 12, throughout France, more than 200 construction sites and workshops will exceptionally open their doors to schools and the general public. The opportunity to discover the world of construction and listen to professionals in the sector talk about their professions.
What is behind the scenes?
It is an open and free operation organized by the French Building Federation (FFB) which offers visitors - school and general public - to discover the secrets of manufacturing sites of all kinds and all sizes (hospitals, museums, colleges , office and residential buildings, individual houses, swimming pools, etc.) and at various stages of progress.
The 17th edition will take place this year on October 10, 11 and 12.
What are the objectives ?
- make young people and the general public discover what is hidden behind the construction palisades and thus, help to erase the prejudices generally conveyed around the profession;
- encourage vocations among young people;
- encourage exchanges between visitors and construction professionals, men and women eager to talk about their trades!
Key figures:
- About 75 participants and more than 000 sites and workshops to visit each year.
- Nearly 1 visitors and nearly 230 sites and workshops since 000.
Why come?
Because it is a unique opportunity to:
- discover the building sector in a concrete way;
- meet men and women builders passionate about their profession;
- form your own opinion on the building;
- get information on jobs of the future, for both men and women.
Useful information
How to participate in Behind the Scenes of the Building?
Simply by contacting the Federation of the department concerned, organizer of the visits. For contact details, go to www.ffbatiment.fr.
What are the schedules ?
Most sites and workshops are open from 9 a.m. to 17 p.m. All the details on the sites to be visited can be found on the website www.coulisses.ffbatiment.fr.
What outfit should you wear?
A practical outfit and flat shoes are strongly recommended.
The organizing team gives each visitor a helmet (compulsory) upon arrival. Avoid high heels, flip flops, dresses or skirts, which are unsuitable for visits. And yes, construction sites and workshops are workplaces where safety rules must be observed!
Are the visits paid?
No, access to the tours is completely free.
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