Industry Faces Rising Site Safety Concerns as HSE and Industry Bodies Call for Action
Contractors across the UK are being urged to prioritise site safety following a noticeable increase in reportable incidents on construction sites. As reported by Construction Enquirer, both the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and leading industry bodies have expressed concern that the pace of project delivery is overtaking safety planning, leading to shortcuts and oversight failures—particularly on working at height, lifting operations, and vehicle movement risks.
The HSE has warned that enforcement action will increase unless contractors show evidence of proactive safety management and workforce competency across all site levels.
Why Competency and Training Are Central to Risk Prevention
Many of the reported incidents could have been avoided through better planning, supervision, and training. Key failings identified include:
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Inadequate site inductions and task-specific training
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Lack of RAMS or non-compliance with existing procedures
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Unqualified staff carrying out high-risk work (e.g. plant operation, lifting tasks)
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Poor communication between supervisors and subcontractors
These issues point to a need for construction businesses to embed competency-based training, ensure all staff have the appropriate CSCS, CPCS or NPORS cards, and verify their workforce through recognised qualifications.
NVQs That Help Strengthen On-Site Safety
At All Star Safety, we provide a range of NVQ qualifications that help employers prove compliance and upskill their teams:
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Level 2 NVQs in Plant Operations, General Construction, and Lifting
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Level 4 NVQ in Construction Site Supervision
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Level 5 and 6 NVQs in Lifting Operations and Site Management
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Level 6 and 7 NVQs in Occupational Health and Safety Practice or Senior Construction Leadership
These qualifications not only help prevent incidents but also align with HSE expectations during site inspections or audits.
How All Star Safety Can Support Your Workforce
✔ NVQ assessments delivered nationwide via remote or in-person formats
✔ Health and safety consultancy tailored to HSE compliance expectations
✔ Site audits and documentation support for risk management
✔ Guidance for CSCS, CPCS and NPORS applications linked to NVQs
Contact us to see how we can assist you in staying safe and compliant.
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