The UK construction industry plays a significant role in shaping our environment, impacting everything from resource consumption to energy use. With environmental concerns at the forefront in today’s landscape, sustainable building practices have become increasingly crucial. With that in mind, we’ve decided to put together a guide to the core principles and practical approaches of... Read More ..read more

The last few years have been nothing if not interesting to say the least, with the highest of highs with things like innovative building solutions, and the lowest of lows thanks to a global pandemic. With each passing year, it feels like every step forward we take is met by a fresh challenge to test... Read More ..read more

It’s nearly that time of year and we need to take a well earned break for Christmas. We will therefore be closing at lunchtime on Friday 22nd December 2023 and will re-open at 8.30 Tuesday 2nd January 2024. That really means to receive a FULL desktop utility search back before Christmas close, you need to... Read More ..read more

Although working outdoors can be significantly rewarding, and provide a feel of independence and freedom, safety measures must be considered. Sectors such as agriculture, construction and forestry can come face to face with hazards that other fields don’t need to prepare for. Ensuring that all workers are safe whilst pursuing tasks requires careful and structured... Read More ..read more

There are few roles as vital to the success of a construction project as the project manager. As project manager, you are responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of the project, ensuring everything is completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. In order to be successful in this role, it’s... Read More ..read more

The UK has undergone some major health and safety legislation changes in the last few decades to protect workers in the construction sector. The Construction Design and Management Regulations in 2015 and The Control of Asbestos Regulations in 2012 are just two of these.  While these new regulations aim to protect construction workers, they also... Read More ..read more

When it comes to excavation or construction work, one crucial step that should always be taken and maintained is conducting thorough utility searches. Utility searches involve identifying the location of underground services such as gas, water, electric, and telecommunication lines before any digging or construction takes place. This is the first step in the process... Read More ..read more

Between expensive fines and legislation changes, health and safety has been a hot topic in the construction industry. So, we decided to conduct a survey to find out exactly what you know (and don’t know) about the current health and safety legislation. We surveyed consultants, principal contractors, sub-contractors and construction workers – and found some... Read More ..read more

The UK has undergone some major health and safety legislation changes in the last few decades to protect workers in the construction sector. The Construction Design and Management Regulations in 2015 and The Control of Asbestos Regulations in 2012 are just two of these.  While these new regulations aim to protect construction workers, they also... Read More ..read more

In 2022, the top Health and Safety fine reached a whopping £5 million – exceeding 2021’s highest fine by £1 million.  Many of the significant fines in the last year were due to fatal falls. Construction companies need to double-check their height risk measures this year and ensure their legislation knowledge is up to date. ... Read More ..read more