Safety guide published for apprentices returning to college
THE Construction Industry Coronavirus (CICV) Forum has helped develop a new set of guidelines designed to keep staff and apprentices safe in Scotland's colleges...
Group launches new scaffold inspection service
THE JR Group has confirmed the launch of a scaffold inspection service as part of its new training services division.
The service will provide a...
APS appoints new CEO
LESLEY McLeod has been appointed the new CEO of the Association for Project Safety (APS).
The organisation, which works to improve and promote the professional...
Fire testing laboratory opens in East Kilbride to test building materials
UNITED Kingdom Testing and Certification (UKTC) has launched a new fire testing laboratory to test building materials.
The firm has made a six-figure investment to...
Funding boost in project to protect road workers
AMEY has secured additional funding to design an Impact Protection Vehicle (IPV) to protect workers when putting out traffic management on live carriageways.
The firm...
CALA site manager scoops national health and safety prize
A CALA Homes (West) site manager has won a national health and safety award for his work at a Larbert development.
Billy McCallum won the...
Charity upgrades helpline app with range of new features to support workers
THE Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity has announced a number of new features for its free app.
Along with technology partners COINS, the charity revealed the...
Barratt provides site safety session to Edinburgh youngsters
BARRATT Developments has hosted an interactive site safety discussion at Frogston Primary School to remind pupils of the dangers of its nearby building sites...
Mabey Hire recognised for health and safety achievements
MABEY Hire has achieved a 12th consecutive gold award at the 2024 RoSPA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents) Awards, leading to the...
Asbestos discovery prompts further delays to project
THE demolition of a secondary school in Aberdeen has experienced further delays as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic and the discovery of additional...
‘Do it right and effectively so people can come home safe’
LESLEY McLeod wants to ensure that health and safety “stays right at the front of people’s minds, both in the industry and to those...
SELECT MD tells radio audience about importance of electrical apprenticeships
SELECT MD Alan Wilson has told thousands of radio listeners across the UK that proper training and apprenticeships are essential to protect the safety...
Ayr firm fined £40,000 after apprentice’s thumb severed off
AYR-based 3B Construction has been fined £40,000 at Tain Sheriff Court after an apprentice's thumb was severed off by a rotating blade.
The teenager was...
Contractor continues to shine a light on mental health issues in construction
WILLMOTT Dixon is helping to shine a light on mental health issues in the construction sector by releasing a new Z-Card, which provides a...
A wake-up call that needs careful consideration
Lesley McLeod, chief executive of the Association for Project Safety, gives her views on reports that the UK Government plans to end independent Scottish...
Network Rail prepares for Storm Bram
NETWORK Rail meteorologists are closely monitoring forecasts and supporting preparations ahead of Storm Bram hitting Scotland.
The Met Office has issued an amber warning for...
Aberdeenshire firm in court after apprentice hit by pressurised hose
AN Aberdeenshire firm has been prosecuted after a young apprentice was injured when he was struck on the back by a pressurised hose.
The then...
Robertson introduces facial recognition technology on major project
ROBERTSON Construction has deployed facial recognition technology on its National Robotarium project in Edinburgh.
The move will support contactless site entry for those working on...
Construction charity to offer free online wellbeing workshops
THE Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity will be hosting a series of free online mental health training workshops later this month.
The initiative has been designed...
Construction industry urged to strictly follow updated Covid-19 guidance
SCOTLAND'S construction industry has been urged to 'play its part' and strictly follow newly updated Covid-19 guidance.
The call comes from Ken Gillespie, of the...
