The Importance of Being a Good Site Manager

The Importance of Being a Good Site Manager

  Understanding the importance of health and safety on construction sites can benefit everyone involved, including workers, clients, and even you as a potential investor or homeowner. First and foremost, the well-being of workers should always be a top priority. A good site manager understands this and takes the necessary steps to create a safe… Read More

Fire door compliance

Fire Door Compliance: Why it should matter to you

When it comes to fire safety, every little detail counts. One of the most important aspects of fire safety in any building is the compliance of fire doors. Fire doors are specially designed doors that are meant to slow down the spread of fire and smoke through a building. They work by creating a barrier… Read More

HAVE YOU FOUND FRIABLE ASBESTOS

Have you found friable asbestos on your property?

Now if you’re thinking this is asbestos you can fry up in a pan with your bacon, you’d be mistaken! Friable asbestos imposes the same risks as any form of the substance. However, it’s known as the most dangerous form of asbestos – and not without reason. Friable asbestos in basic terms is a measurement… Read More

Why you should use a competent fire risk assessor

Why you should use a competent fire risk assessor

Changes to fire safety laws resulting from the Grenfell Tower disaster have been turbulent for landlords, and prompted businesses and tenants alike to think more carefully about fire risks. The benefits of fire risk assessments are now more appreciated than ever, and assessments are being done on an even more regular basis. (Click here to… Read More

Does positive manifestation for mental well-being work?

Manifestation is like turning your thoughts and desires into reality. It’s about believing that you can bring into your life what you want by focusing your thoughts and energy on it. Positive manifestation can make a big difference in your life, while negative manifestations can be tough on your mental health. Positive manifestation is all… Read More

How can I reduce the risks of legionella?

Legionella and Legionnaires’ Disease Legionnaires’ Disease is a potentially fatal illness that can be contracted from the Legionella bacteria in airborne water droplets. If your employees are at risk from Legionella you have a duty to protect them under the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974. In this guide we will be looking… Read More

What opportunities are available after getting a Green CSCS card?

CITB Health & Safety Awareness The CITB Health & Safety Awareness course has been the industry standard site safety qualification for decades. A government sponsored organisation, the CITB has been at the heart of workplace safety in the UK since its inception in the 1960s. Its courses are among the most trusted and relied upon in the… Read More

What are the roles and responsibilities of a site manager?

What are the roles and responsibilities of a site manager?

Managing a site is a vital role in the construction industry, where safety is a key issue – that needs a lot of attention! As the site manager, it’s your job to both assess and manage safety hazards in the workplace. Responsibilities may also include managing and instructing the site workers, setting goals for the… Read More

New fire door regulations 2023: what you need to know

While the Grenfell enquiry into the tragic tower fire is still yet to conclude, the lessons from it are taking effect. A new piece of legislation has changed the responsibilities of landlords for fire doors, particularly in tall buildings. The aim is to prevent another tragedy where fire compartmentation fails, and the usual ‘stay put’… Read More