Industry unites to promote fire sector skills
SELECT has revealed it helped to shape a new occupational qualification structure by the Fire, Emergency and Security Systems (FESS) industry that will lead...
Study finds construction workers put their lives at risk by ignoring alarms
HIGH rise construction workers are ‘risking their lives’ by not treating evacuation alarms seriously enough, according to new research.
Researchers from the University of Greenwich,...
The built environment — safety assured?
By Lesley McLeod, CEO, Association for Project Safety
TO outsiders construction often looks like a prime example of ‘Men Behaving Badly’. Jokes abound of the...
Amey and Mace look to drive gender equality with new resource
AMEY and Mace have teamed up to launch a new digital health platform, Peppy, designed to drive gender equality and diversity and support women...
Recognition for virtual reality health and safety tool
MORRISON Construction has been shortlisted for a top health and safety prize for the development of virtual reality site inductions.
The firm has been named...
Worker safety is top priority for building services employers
BUILDING services employers are more worried about keeping workers safe than being sued over project delays, according to the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA).
The organisation...
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...
Lighthouse Charity reflects on record year of positive impact
THE Lighthouse Charity has revealed it set new records in 2024, reaching more people and delivering more support than ever before to construction workers...
APS creates new deputy CEO role to help drive building safety
THE Association for Project Safety (APS) has appointed Sofie Hooper as deputy CEO.
She joins from her role as head of policy and research at...
Paisley contractor steps up mental health focus
THE JR Group has announced it is prioritising staff wellbeing by encouraging conversations around mental health.
The Paisley-based firm recently held a presentation with staff...
Donaldson Group appoints chief risk officer
TIMBER specialist Donaldson Group has confirmed the appointment of Mark Murphy to the newly created role of chief risk officer.
The move will see him...
SNIJIB: online tests provide ‘lifeline’ for firms looking to keep workers safe and compliant
THE Scottish and Northern Ireland Joint Industry Board (SNIJIB) has implemented digital technology which allows most plumbing and heating operatives to sit their health...
Covid continuing to impact housebuilding programme says Highland Council
THE Highland Council has said it 'remains committed' to carrying out its agreed housing revenue account (HRA) capital programme, despite continuing pressure resulting from...
Making your construction site safe in 2020
By Lauren Gladding, Self Storage sales & marketing manager
CONSTRUCTION is one of the most dangerous industries in the UK to work in. According to...
Marley launches campaign to keep roofers safe in winter
MARLEY has launched a winter safety campaign to support roofers and other outdoor construction workers.
From icy conditions to sheltering from heavy rainfall, the roof...
Paisley contractor appoints new group HSEQ manager
THE JR Group has appointed Colin Lafferty as its new group HSEQ manager.
The 40-year-old brings with him more than 15 years' experience, gained from...
Importance of regulating electrical sector discussed on podcast
ALAN Wilson has warned that there are 'no second chances' with electrical safety as the SELECT MD continues the call for the regulation of...
Pilot programme aims to improve wellbeing of construction workers
KELTBRAY Training has launched a trial to improve the wellbeing and communication of construction workers by exploring the relationship between the human mind and...
Kier Construction Scotland receives health and safety accolade
KIER Construction Scotland has been presented with a gold award for health and safety by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA).
The...
Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity announces new initiatives
THE Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity has announced new initiatives to coincide with Mental Health Awareness Week.
It is launching three new masterclasses to complement its...
