Tag: Safety
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Highways firm handed £1m fine after worker death
A construction company has been fined £1 million after a road resurfacing project ended in tragedy in May 2022. Robert Morris, who was working on the project in Haringey, north London, was struck and killed by a reversing road-sweeper. Marlborough Highways Ltd, Morris’ employer, was handed the fine earlier this month following a joint investigation…
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Two firms fined £95k after worker falls through rooflight
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has successfully prosecuted two companies after a construction worker fell through a rooflight at a factory, impaling his leg on machinery below. A.T. Lee Properties Ltd and LJH Property Ltd were fined a combined total of more than £95,000 following the incident in Keighley, Yorkshire. Directors for each firm…
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FPS publishes updated rig safety guidance
The Federation of Piling Specialists (FPS) has published the latest edition of its Working Platform Certificate (WPC/4e) to support rig safety across the industry. Originally developed in partnership with the Health and Safety Executive, the WPC requires the principal contractor to confirm that platforms are properly designed, constructed, and maintained for the equipment operating on…
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Construction managers need to promote AI’s role in onsite safety
He added: “UK building and construction firms that move to modernise safety systems, replacing paper with digital-first tools to show how AI can support, not replace, frontline expertise, will strengthen compliance, cut risks, and build the resilient worksites the sector needs.” View the original article and our Inspiration here
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IPAF urges industry to get ‘back to basics’ on safety
The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) is supporting the Back to Basics safety campaign, launched by the Construction Industry Federation (CIF). The campaign, which runs from 13 to 24 October, encourages everyone in the Irish construction industry to refocus on the fundamental principles of health and safety. Encompassing European Safety Week, during the two-week campaign IPAF…
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Respiratory Safety: Why Construction Firms Must Comply
In the construction industry, worker safety isn’t just a regulatory requirement, it’s a moral obligation. Among the various health concerns construction companies face, respiratory safety often ranks at the top. Dust, fumes, and airborne contaminants are common on job sites, and failing to manage these hazards can lead to serious health issues. But in recent…
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Thermoplastic Line Markings Enhance Safety & ROI
If you run or build commercial spaces, you know the story: more people, more vehicles, tighter turnarounds, and zero tolerance for confusion. The quickest wins often come from the ground up literally. Well-planned line work and symbols don’t just tidy up a site; they make spaces safer, easier to navigate, and cheaper to maintain over…
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Thermoplastic Line Markings Enhance Safety & ROI
If you run or build commercial spaces, you know the story: more people, more vehicles, tighter turnarounds, and zero tolerance for confusion. The quickest wins often come from the ground up literally. Well-planned line work and symbols don’t just tidy up a site; they make spaces safer, easier to navigate, and cheaper to maintain over…
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Essential Heavy Equipment Tools Every Operator Needs for Safety and Efficiency
Heavy equipment tools can make the difference between a smooth workday and a pricey disaster. Operating massive machinery worth hundreds of thousands of dollars without proper preparation isn’t just unwise — it’s dangerous. The average technician puts $7,500 to $11,000 into their tool inventory, while specialists might spend up to $27,000. This investment pays off…
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How the golden thread is improving fire safety
Getting the fire safety profession to embrace digital information management is still a challenge, says Aman Sharma MBE, chair of BSI’s strategic fire safety committee for the built environment. He tells Will Mann how golden thread guidance update BS 8644-1 can assist. Image: Solo777 | Dreamstime.com Will Mann: The ‘golden thread’ of information is central…