Construction


Companies sentenced after worker hospitalised for nearly two weeks

Two construction companies have been sentenced after a worker was hospitalised for nearly two weeks after being struck by a 124kg panel. Read More

Proper site security can prevent further tragedy, says SafeSite Facilities

SHP hears from SafeSite Facilities who discuss the impact of inadequate security which can increase the risk of incidents on construction sites. Read More

“That’s the state we’re in now, where the duty holders think that we’re not going to show up.” HSE Inspector on reasons for strike action

Acting HM Principal Inspector of Health and Safety, Sarah Taylor, reveals reasons for joining the picket line last week. Read More

“It’s not about setting KPIs for the number of women within an organisation, it must go beyond than that” – Beth Holroyd on the importance of female representation

Women may only make up 14% of the construction industry and only 21% of the IOSH membership. Beth Holroyd is determined to change the numbers. Read More

Construction workers get access to new mental health support after statistics show worrying trends

Construction workers will now get access to new mental health support after statistics found two people in the industry take their own life every working day. Read More

New fire safety regulation ratified

The Fire Safety (England) Regulation comes into force today (23 January) with extra onus on the 'Responsible Person' of multi-occupied high-rise buildings. Read More

Fears for construction workers after a report found the industry accounted for the most work-related fatalities

There are fears for the safety of construction workers - and the effectiveness of their vehicle safety devices - after a report found the industry accounted for the most work-related fatalities. Read More

The Building Safety Act – ‘Significant year ahead with far reaching impact’

As the Building Safety Act takes shape over the next twelve months, David Barnes, policy and public affairs manager at the Chartered Institute of Building says preparation is key to assure its smooth implementation. Read More

Migrant worker dies while working at Qatar World Cup facility

A migrant worker has died while carrying out repairs at a World Cup facility in Qatar. Read More

Winner and finalists announced for SHP’s Rising Stars in Construction

The SHP Awards judging panel has selected eight finalists for SHP’s Rising Star in Construction Award. Read More


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