How to Approach Construction with Care to the Environment

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How to Approach Construction with Care to the Environment

Full article with thanks to: ukconstructionblog.co.uk/2018/11/08/approaching-construction-with-an-environmental-mind-2 Construction is a very environmentally intensive process, and when it’s done without the prerequisite oversight, it can lead to serious damage to the surrounding area. This post will explore the ways in which construction companies can improve their best practices to help the environment – ensuring that whatever development they’re building is in harmony … Read More

7 Tips on Handling Construction Plant Machinery

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7 Tips on Handling Construction Plant Machinery

Full article with thanks to: nmtcranes.co.uk/7-essential-crane-safety-tips-2 As an employer it’s your job to ensure staff are kept safe, so adhering to crane safety rules and regulations is extremely important. The most common crane-related accidents include; operator fall, tipping over, an electrical fault or cranes colliding with each other.The law says that all lifting operations which involve lifting equipment must be … Read More

How to Promote Safety Culture in Construction

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How to Promote Safety Culture in Construction

Full article with thanks to: pbctoday.co.uk/news/featured/safety-culture-in-construction-burns-and-mcdonnell/110357 As construction activity continues to increase, it is vital that safety practices keep pace. Matthew King, safety and health manager for Burns & McDonnell explains how to achieve a positive health and safety culture in construction While there are several key elements to safe working, a positive health and safety culture in construction is the golden thread that … Read More

How to Become a Construction Plant Operator

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How to Become a Construction Plant Operator

Full article with thanks to: morson.com/blog/2021/09/how-to-become-a-plant-operator ​There are excellent plant operator jobs in the UK construction industry for operators at all stages of their careers. Keep reading to find out more about the skills you’ll need to enter this field and to discover if a career as a plant operator is the right fit for you. RATES £14-35 dependent on … Read More

How Do I Become Successful As A Construction Site Manager?

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How Do I Become Successful As A Construction Site Manager

Full article with thanks to: letsbuild.com/blog/run-construction-site-as-foreman As a site manager, you always need to maintain a seamless communication flow with your project manager to ensure that all problems are recorded and addressed as soon as they occur. A site manager is one of the central gears of every construction project. You are busy from the time you arrive at work … Read More

3 Reasons Why You Should Diversify Your Construction Skills

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3 Reasons Why You Should Diversify Your Construction Skills

Full article with thanks to: ukconstructionblog.co.uk/2020/03/09/the-top-benefits-of-diversifying-your-construction-skills Many construction workers train in one discipline when they start in the industry. Though this can initially provide you with a lot of work, you should also think about diversifying your skills so you can apply for more jobs. If you are a self-employed construction worker instead of working for a specific firm, this could lead … Read More

How to Prevent Common Health and Safety Risks on Construction Sites

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How to Prevent Common Health and Safety Risks on Construction Sites

Full article with thanks to: jetblacksafety.com/uk/blog/post/8-the-10-most-common-health-safety-risks-in-the-construction-industry.html The construction industry is one of the largest sectors in the UK and many other countries. It is notoriously dangerous because of the combination of health and safety risks involving vehicles, equipment and manual tasks which few other industries share. It currently rates in second place behind the agricultural, fishing and forestry industry for … Read More

How to Get a Construction Job Without Experience

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How to Get a Construction Job Without Experience

Full article with thanks to: goconstruct.org/why-choose-construction/whats-happening-in-construction/how-to-get-a-job-in-construction-without-experience You want to build a career in construction, but you have no experience – is it possible to get started? The short answer is an emphatic yes, and this article will explore what your options are, the various routes available and what skills you may need. Whether you have industry experience or not, there … Read More

Working on a Construction Site: Health and Safety Risks

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Working on a Construction Site Health and Safety Risks

Full article with thanks to: alcumus.com/en-gb/insights/blog/top-ten-health-and-safety-risks-in-construction Accidents occur every day in the construction industry. We take a look at the top ten health and safety risks that the construction industry faces. The construction industry accident fatality rate stands at more than double that of the all-sector average – more minor accidents are almost incalculably more. Put simply, construction sites are … Read More

Mental Health: First Aid in the Workplace

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Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace

What does first aid in the workplace really mean? We take a look at mental health and how it can benefit construction workers. Full article with thanks to: walesfirstaid.com/health-and-safety/mental-health-first-aid-in-the-workplace Mental Health First Aid Training – One in four people in the UK will have a mental health problem at some point. While mental health problems are common, most are mild, … Read More