by admin | May 19, 2025 | Health and Safety, NVQs, Safety Update
Sector Urged to Invest in Competency at Senior Level to Meet Modern Safety Demands A new report released by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) highlights an urgent need for skilled leadership in construction safety, particularly at senior management and...
by admin | May 17, 2025 | Health and Safety, NVQs
HSE Flags Equipment Handling as a Growing Risk on UK Sites The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has issued a warning to UK construction firms following a series of injuries involving unsafe use of hand and power tools across multiple sites. As detailed by...
by admin | May 16, 2025 | Construction Site Management, Health and Safety
IOSH and HSE Urge Action on Occupational Health Risks Beyond Immediate Site Hazards The Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) has issued a fresh warning about poor health surveillance practices on UK construction sites, highlighting that many...
by admin | May 13, 2025 | Construction Site Management, Health and Safety, Safety Update
Failure to Plan for Fire and First Aid Risks Leads to Enforcement Action A construction firm has been fined following a Health and Safety Executive (HSE) investigation into inadequate emergency planning and site preparedness. As reported by Construction Enquirer, HSE...
by admin | May 12, 2025 | Construction Site Management, CSCS Black Card, NVQs
Raising the Bar for Competency and Leadership in UK Construction The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), in partnership with leading construction bodies, has launched a new Site Management Standards Framework aimed at improving competence, leadership, and safety...
by admin | May 12, 2025 | CSCS Cards, Health and Safety
Increased Enforcement Expected as Supervisory Competence Comes Under Scrutiny The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has issued a warning to contractors following a serious near miss on a high-rise construction project, where poor supervision and unclear task...
