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Why the HSE is tackling construction workers’ lung health

WebThe construction industry needs to do more to protect the health of its workers’ lungs. The Health & Safety Executive’s Chris Lucas explains why. Chris Lucas. It’s no secret that …

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Five things to know about… health in construction

Web1. Can we start with some facts? According to Constructing Better Health, a membership scheme for contractors, clients and suppliers, the construction industry accounts for less …

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Movember: Six steps to improve men’s mental health in construction

WebThankfully, there is much employers can do to raise and sustain the profile of this issue within their organisations. 1. Produce, implement and promote a mental health plan. …

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Construction needs better management of workplace hazards

WebThe latest Health & Safety Executive figures for construction show there were 45 fatal injuries and 53,000 non-fatal injuries during 2022/23. That means the industry killed 16 …

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Putting psychological wellbeing at the forefront of construction

WebPlacing psychological wellbeing at the forefront of construction contracts. Olivia Jenkins and Sunny Ramgolam Trowers and Hamlins. 15.05.23. During Mental Health Awareness …

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CIOB welcomes new mental health report

Web“We are glad to see that our research has been utilised to further develop the case for addressing mental health in construction, particularly at a time where the covid-19 …

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HAVS – what construction managers need to know

WebHand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS) is a preventable condition that can arise with the regular use and operation of hand-held power tools and machines, such as concrete …

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Building Safety Regulator chief retires after two years in post

WebBuilding Safety Regulator chief retires after two years in post. The chief inspector of buildings at the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), Peter Baker, has announced his …

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Construction deaths increase by more than 50% in a year

WebConstruction deaths increase by more than 50% in a year. Great Britain’s construction sector recorded 45 fatal injuries during 2022/23, up from 29 the previous year, the latest …

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How inclusion in the workplace should be part of safety policy

WebCreate an environment in which it’s safe to challenge. Be aware of body language and eye contact. Create spaces in which individuals can feed back – whether digital platforms, …

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What were the main causes of construction accidents in 2020/2021

WebThis is higher than all other sectors, despite a 13% reduction in incidents compared to the previous year’s figures. On the flip side, there was a significant 13% increase in incidents …

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HSE creates new toolkit for high-rise building safety cases

WebCM Staff. 01.02.22. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has created a new toolkit to help inform owners and managers of high-rise buildings about the new safety case …

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Construction suicides at highest levels since analysis began

WebConstruction suicides in England and Wales have hit their highest level since analysis began. That is according to data compiled by professor Billy Hare of Glasgow …

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MEWP safety protocols when working at height

WebMobile elevated work platforms (MEWPs) offer a secure way to work at height, designed with dedicated safety regulations for operators and those nearby. Despite this, accidents …

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RAAC in hospitals: NHS gives update on remediation work

WebA DHSC spokesperson said: “The NHS has a mitigation plan in place for hospital buildings with confirmed RAAC, backed with significant additional funding of £698m from 2021 to …

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Willmott Dixon launches mental health campaign

Web03.10.2017. Willmott Dixon’s Mark French (left) with health and safety inspectors. Willmott Dixon is to tackle stress among its construction workers through a new mental health …

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Hinkley Point: ‘We are doing more on mental health than anyone’

Web15.08.2019. EDF has said it is doing more to tackle mental health on Hinkley Point C than on any other construction project, in response to criticism in a national newspaper. The …

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New construction legislation to look out for in 2024

Web6 April 2024, the transitional period for the Building (Higher-Risk Buildings Procedures) (England) Regulations ends. For higher-risk building (HRB) works, to stay under the old …

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Balfour Beatty hit with £500,000 HAVS fine

Web18.06.2018. Balfour Beatty Utility Solutions has been fined £500,000 and ordered to pay another £195,000 in costs after it was found that its workers were exposed to hand-arm …

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