Category: Health and Safety

Covid-19 Back to work

Posted on June 12, 2020June 12, 2020 by safetyadmin

As more and more building sites open up and work resumes, We should still assess the risks and follow rules

Demolition Hazards

Posted on January 6, 2020 by safetyadmin

Hazards PLAN ahead to get the job done safely Proper planning is essential to ensure a demolition operation is conducted

Managing Non-Compliance

Posted on November 8, 2019November 8, 2019 by safetyadmin

Managing Non Compliance Each company should have a non compliance policy and procedures system, Below is an example that covers

Accident or Incident Investigation

Posted on April 12, 2019 by safetyadmin

All accidents, incidents and near misses must be investigated, This checklist is a useful tool to aid investigations. Checklist for

Demolition Risks

Posted on January 23, 2019January 23, 2019 by safetyadmin

The UK Health & Safety Executive states that any demolition or structural alterations and removals must be carefully planned and

What is a near miss?

Posted on January 12, 2019 by safetyadmin

A near miss is where an accident could have occurred or an unsafe work area or persons working or acting

Steel Reinforcement and Formwork

Posted on September 4, 2018September 4, 2018 by safetyadmin

Fixing Reinforcement ( A 6 page method statement is available HERE) Engineers will set out the main outline of the

Brick and Blockwork Pack

Posted on July 17, 2018 by safetyadmin

In general brick and blockwork method statements and risk assessments will contain the following information:- All drawings will be studied

Small Building Works Safety Documents

Posted on July 16, 2018 by safetyadmin

When undertaking small building works such as a new house or larger extension Method statements and Risk Assessments are essential.

Crushing Demolition Material

Posted on December 30, 2016September 14, 2020 by safetyadmin

On site crushing and screening of demolition materials is now a common practice, This material is often used as fill

Lifting Accessories

Posted on March 9, 2016 by safetyadmin

Some general risk reduction measures that should be taken when slinging loads. All Lifting equipment should be checked and an

Employing young people at work

Posted on January 28, 2016 by safetyadmin

The UK HSE states that a young person is anyone under the age of 18 and under the Management of