On a hot, dry summer’s day, it doesn’t take much for dust to become part of the job. A passing dumper, a quick cut through concrete or a few minutes of sweeping can send fine particles into the air. While it may seem little more than a nuisance, construction dust can pose serious risks to workers’ health and to those living and working nearby.
The good news is that dust doesn’t have to be such a problem. By understanding the risks and adopting the right control measures, contractors can protect their workforce, minimise disruption to neighbouring communities and maintain cleaner, safer sites throughout the summer months. Keep reading to discover why dust control matters and the practical steps every construction site can take.
There are moments in sport that remind us what great teamwork really looks like. Spain’s performance in Sunday’s World Cup final was one of them. They didn’t win through technical ability alone, but through the way they stayed true to their identity and held themselves together when it mattered most.
In many ways, their approach reflects what the strongest workplace teams do every day. They remain consistent, have clarity about their roles, work together as a connected team and stay composed under pressure. Read on as we explore four lessons every team can take from Spain’s World Cup triumph.
With speculation continuing around Andy Burnham potentially becoming the UK’s next Prime Minister, attention is beginning to turn to what a Burnham-led government could mean for different sectors of the economy – including construction.
Much remains uncertain and any policy proposals would, of course, need to progress through Parliament before becoming reality. However, the National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) has recently published its analysis of the possible implications for the built environment. Drawing on this, today’s blog explores five areas that construction businesses may wish to keep an eye on.
Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important part of the construction industry, with businesses under growing pressure to reduce environmental impacts, deliver social value and demonstrate responsible business practices.
While we already have a strong set of policies and procedures in place at Sheriff Construction, there is always more to learn and opportunities to improve. That is why we became a member of the Supply Chain Sustainability School. We have already achieved Bronze level membership and are currently working towards Silver. Read on to find out more about the School and how it is helping us strengthen our approach to sustainability across the business.