Falling objects pose a significant threat to worker safety on UK construction sites. These incidents can result in serious injuries and even fatalities, making it absolutely for everyone on site to understand what can cause an object to fall and how to implement effective prevention strategies.
For this week’s blog, we’re returning to our ‘Focus on Safety’ series and looking into this critical issue in more detail.
Reading is a skill that’s important for everyone and, although it’s often associated with leisure or academic pursuits, it actually plays a surprisingly key role in the construction industry.
Whether you are a seasoned project manager, an architect or a site supervisor, reading can help you stay updated, solve problems and grow in your career. Take a look at this week’s blog to find out more.
Small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) home builders play a pivotal role in shaping the UK’s housing landscape, delivering homes that cater to diverse needs and local communities.
However, as highlighted in the 2024–25 SME State of Play report, SME builders are facing numerous challenges and barriers to delivery, alongside some emerging opportunities to contribute to the nation’s ambitious housing targets. Read on for a summary of this latest report.
This week marks a meaningful overlap in the calendar: yesterday was International Men’s Day (November 19), and today we celebrate International Children’s Day (November 20).
These two global observances share a powerful connection, highlighting the importance of positive male role models in shaping the lives of children. For those in the construction industry, a field built on teamwork, dedication and resilience, this message resonates strongly. Read this week’s blog to find out more.
When thinking about construction site injuries, cuts, falls, or heavy lifting are often the things that first come to mind. Yet, burn injuries are also a critical concern as thousands of construction workers face burn risks every year.
In our latest ‘focus on safety’ blog, we’ll explore the common causes of burn injuries, what to do in the event of a burn and outline what can be done to reduce the risk.
Last week, the Labour government presented its first Budget for the country in 14 years, introducing a range of measures that they claim will restore stability to the nation’s finances while investing in public services.
As she delivered this Budget, Chancellor Rachel Reeves used building analogies like ‘fix the foundations’ and ‘rebuild Britain’, but what will the changes mean for construction and the built environment? In this week’s blog, we’ll outline some of the key points.
Cuts and lacerations are among the most common injuries on construction sites, often caused by sharp tools, machinery and materials. While some injuries may be minor, others can be serious – requiring medical attention and sometimes leading to lost workdays, permanent disability or even fatalities.
Understanding the causes, prevention strategies and appropriate responses is crucial to ensuring the safety of all workers. Read on to learn more in our latest ‘Focus on Safety’ blog.
The afternoon slump, a dip in energy that usually occurs between 1.00 – 3.00pm, is a common experience for many workers. Whether you’re swinging a hammer on a construction site or crunching numbers in an office, the ‘slump’ can significantly impact your productivity.
However, by implementing a few simple strategies, you can effectively combat this mid-day lull and maintain a high level of focus throughout the entire day. Take a look at this week’s blog for more.
Slips, trips, and falls are among the most common causes of injuries in the construction industry in the UK. These accidents often lead to serious and/ or permanent injuries and even fatalities.
Understanding the causes, implementing effective prevention strategies and knowing how to respond when an accident does occur is crucial for ensuring the safety of all construction workers. Find out more about this critical issue in this week’s ‘Focus on Safety’ blog.
The Home Builders Federation (HBF) has recently announced the launch of a fifth round of its successful Women into Home Building programme, designed to attract more women into site management roles within the construction industry.
Partnering with ten leading homebuilders, the programme offers over 30 training opportunities, support services and work placements to aspiring female site managers. Find out more in this week’s blog.