‘Folk literally won’t sleep at night if the Building Safety Bill doesn’t go further’
By Lesley McLeod, chief executive, The Association for Project Safety
YOU'D think building safety would be a no-brainer. You design things carefully. Use quality materials....
Construction firms urged to help prevent suicide deaths
CONSTRUCTION companies are being urged to introduce measures to mark World Suicide Prevention Day on Tuesday 10 September.
With one death attributed to suicide every...
SSE has one million reasons to celebrate safety on Berwick Bank project
SSE is celebrating hitting the milestone of one million hours of safe contractor working on its offshore Berwick Bank Wind Farm super project.
The safety...
Union in warning over working while ill
Construction union UCATT says the absence of sick pay for some workers can endanger not only their own lives but also the safety of...
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...
Report lays bare economic and health impacts of unhealthy buildings
UNHEALTHY buildings will cost the UK economy over £55 billion between now and 2060, according to a new report by research institute RAND Europe and...
Workers can breathe easier thanks to CDP
A new initiative has been launched in the fight to tackle health problems associated with construction workers breathing in dust.
Supported by the Health and...
Change in sprinkler regulations for new flats and social homes
THE Scottish Government has published guidance for the house building industry ahead of the introduction of new regulations on sprinklers.
The changes mean that all...
CICV Forum backs calls for industry to ‘play its part’ in tackling virus
THE Construction Industry Coronavirus (CICV) Forum has backed calls for the industry to 'play its part' and continue following vital health and safety guidance.
The...
Scots construction workers benefit from ‘next generation’ safety helmets
SCOTTISH construction workers are among the first to utilise the next generation of protective headwear.
Housebuilder Mactaggart & Mickel's site managers are equipped with the ‘Ranger’...
Data reveals 170 fires at Scottish construction sites in last five years
NEW data from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has revealed there has been 170 fires at construction sites in the past five years.
A...
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...
New campaign looks to ensure workplace mental health injuries are better recognised
A corporate psychologist is spearheading a new campaign calling for mental health injuries caused by work-related incidents to be treated with the same import...
Edinburgh residents urged to have their say on cladding proposals
EDINBURGH residents have been urged to have their say on legislation addressing unsafe cladding.
The call comes after a Holyrood committee visited a building in...
Moray school closes following RAAC risk update
A Moray school found to contain RAAC has temporarily closed after remedial work indicated the concrete presents a 'higher level of risk' than first...
Mates in Mind in Relief Fund appeal
CHARITY Mates in Mind is appealing for donations to its Covid-19 Relief Fund in order to allow the organisation, which specialises in mental health...
Safety is the watchword for technology specialist
REACTEC, the Scottish firm behind a social distancing solution hailed as ‘absolutely imperative’ to the £3.6 billion Thames tideway project, has revealed that it...
Covid-19 surface testing helps businesses reassure returning staff
SAFEGROUP, an emergency soft FM service provider, has launched a Covid-19 disinfection and testing service to help businesses safely return to work.
The organisation's three-step...
Contractor offers tips for a happier work environment
TO mark Mental Health Awareness Week, Willmott Dixon has provided some tips for businesses to help make life at work more pleasant for employees.
The...
MPA seeks entries for 2024 Health & Safety Awards
THE Mineral Products Association (MPA) is seeking entries for its 2024 Health & Safety Awards.
The organisation welcomes nominations from companies of all sizes, whether...
