On The Broadway, project we have decided to set up a book club to encourage social engagement. Reading increases the blood flow and improves connectivity in the brain, which we believe is a good way for those on the construction site to switch off from work. Every month a new book is introduced, with a discussion at the end of…

The piling and civil works of the London City Airport expansion are carried out in a basin formed by the Thames River and the King George V dock. Working in this environment presents a unique constraint for the overall safety of the airport, its operations, the general public and the nearby residents, particular when using floating equipment and carrying out…

The piling and civil works of the extension of the London City Airport are carried out while the airport remains fully operational. This poses two major safety and security constraints for the installation of the precast concrete units, some of them weighting up to 42 tons. As a result, installation must be done from marine spread, since security and safety…

Corporate Social Responsibility, or CSR, refers to the way in which businesses regulate themselves in order to ensure that all of their activities positively affect society as a whole. CSR policies aim to guarantee that companies work ethically, considering human rights as well as the social, economic and environmental impacts of what they do as a business. For sites that…

The Hasman Aeroseal re-uses an existing piece of ventilation, reducing the waste produced by removing the existing ventilation, reducing the operatives’ workloads, limiting the creation of dust and cost needed to implement a new ventilation system, as well as maintaining the aesthetics of the final build. The HASMAN solution has meant that the team can quickly and effectively rejuvenate the…

On site, we are always looking to reduce the risk of fire and protect the environment, site, workforce and public from the damages of heat and residual heat. On this project, we have been using FLIR ONE, which is a temperature censoring camera that can be attached to a mobile phone. The device is a quick, effective and inexpensive tool…

The Considerate Constructors Scheme has produced a sample bullying and harassment policy, along with a summarised version, for contractors to use on site or in the workplace in general. This is aimed at encouraging a happy and productive workforce. Please be aware that this Scheme document has been produced as a template, which can be adapted to meet the individual…

The Considerate Constructors Scheme has produced a mobile phone policy, for contractors to use on site or in the workplace in general. This is aimed at improving health and safety in construction. Please be aware that this Scheme document has been produced as a template, which can be adapted to meet the individual needs of your site/ company. To view…