The BDA is committed to Improving Standards in Health & Safety, Quality of Workmanship & Technical Proficiency for the Drilling Industry & its Clients.

Safety

The BDA since 1976 has been driven by the need for continuous improvement in safety.

Health and Safety

Competence

Checks on all aspects of work undertaken including health and safety and legal compliance.

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Technical

Providing guidance from industry experts on any particular project; application, or method.

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Who We Are

The British Drilling Association (BDA) is the UK trade association for those who drill holes in the ground, manufacture / supply drilling rigs and equipment, or supply services to the geotechnical and ground investigation industry.

What We Do

The BDA achieves the above through a varied programme, including: industry seminars, an accredited and bespoke apprenticeship scheme, delivering and updating the skills audit and proactive contact with its membership and other professional bodies within the sector.

Latest BDA News & Articles

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Why Innovation, Investment and Continual Development is Key to Growth

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Latest BDA Events

BDA Awards 2020

BDA Seminar – April 2021

Latest External Events

External Events

Waste Management 2020

External Events

Brownfield Development Festival 2020

External Events

Ground Engineering Basements and Underground Structures Conference 2020

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