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Building control services in Devon collaborate to ensure efficiency
Working with local authorities across the county allows Devon Building Control Partnership to offer more choice and higher quality services to its clients
The Work at Height Regulations: What you need to know
Lauren O’Connor of Zoro, a specialist tool and site safety retailer, takes a closer look at the Work at Height Regulations 2005 and examines some common misconceptions about working at height
GMB Southern call on workers at Carillion sub-contractors
GMB Southern is appealing for workers at Carillion sub-contractors to contact the union so that it can help them to get continuity of work and payment for work they have done
Manchester City Council approves installation of sprinkler systems in tower blocks
Manchester City Council has approved the installation of sprinkler systems in 36 of its high-rise tower blocks in response to the Grenfell Tower tragedy
Report: ‘Inadequate’ Grenfell management 12 years prior to fire
Twelve years prior to the Grenfell disaster, a critical report revealed a negligent approach to the safety of the tower’s residents by Kensington and Chelsea Tenant Management Organisation (KCTMO)
Checks to Keep Your Site Fire Safe
Construction sites are some of the most dangerous working environments around, but when a site is correctly managed, there is nothing to worry about....
Fall from height caused by a lack of health and safety...
A firm has been fined for failing to enact correct health and safety protocols after a worker was injured following a fall from height
Construction site safety: Does your mask pass the face fit test?
Christian McCale, CDM and Safety Consultant, Innov8, highlights the importance of a proper face fit test for wearers of respiratory protective equipment.
Mears’ beard ban causes stir after the decision is criticised by...
Mears Group has enacted a beard ban to improve the health and safety of their workers, but is the decision right?
Drone technology can make plant theft recovery safer and more efficient
Recovering stolen plant equipment and machinery could be made easier, safer and achieved more efficiently with new drone technology, says AMI Group
Company directors jailed and fined for manslaughter following the death of...
The death of a worker after falling through a warehouse roof has seen three company directors jailed and fined for health and safety breaches
Health and safety sentencing changes sees construction fines double
Changes to health and safety sentencing guidelines sees the total amount of fines paid out by construction firms double in the past year
Concept design to construction: why collaboration is key
Mike Shilton, Chair of the LI BIM Working Group highlights the BIM requirements as a project moves from concept design to the construction phase
Fire safety in the built environment requires cooperation to improve quality
ASFP COO Niall Rowan outlines the Association’s strategy to encourage collaborative working to improve fire safety in construction
Meeting fire safety obligations
Shaun Doyle, of Ivorfire Safety outlines what firms need to do to meet their fire safety obligations
What is the Fire Safety Order and why does it need...
Fire safety is imperative to protect buildings and their occupants from danger. Here, the Fire Industry Association outlines the Fire Safety Order
PUWER keeps workers safe while using equipment
Jess Penny, General Manager of Penny Hydraulics outlines the importance of the PUWER regulation and its role in maintaining worker safety
Derbyshire construction firm fined after worker falls from height
A Derbyshire based engineering construction company has been prosecuted after a worker suffered severe injuries when he fell 6 metres from a barn roof
Property firm fined £53,000 for safety failings after builder suffers burns
A property firm has been fined for safety failings after a self-employed builder suffered first and third degree burns while on site
New guidance released for asbestos in soil and construction & demolition...
New industry guidance provides essential compliance advice for addressing compliance issues with asbestos in soil and construction and demolition materials.
CDM Differently and the architect
How can CDM Differently and the architectural process lead to a successful project outcome? Paul Bussey, Technical Consultant at Allford Hall Monaghan Morris and RIBA member, discusses what it means for architects
CDM15 – one year on
The introduction of CDM15 last year saw significant changes to the health and safety landscape. Now one year on, Louise Hosking, Director at Hosking Associates Ltd outlines the challenges that remain.
Tesco fined £500k for missing pre-construction information
Major supermarket chain Tesco has been fined after an investigation revealed safety failing that lead to a workman falling from height Tesco Stores Ltd and Tesco Maintenance Ltd have been hit with a £500,000 fine for failing to conduct the necessary pre-construction paperwork on a job.
Fire safety on site
Are you the appointed ‘Responsible Person’ for fire safety? BAFE outline how to ensure you implement strong measures to reduce the risk of fire on your site.
Personal monitoring for asbestos exposure during licensed work with asbestos
Darren Evans, Technical Director, Airborne Environmental Consultants Ltd talks about the importance of personal monitoring to ensure compliance with asbestos regulation.
Fine for flooring company after safety failings
A flooring company has received a fine for failing to ensure health and safety after a worker was injured onsite.