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This contractor is using the Vaisala system to drive through sites as part of the “Walk Talk” build process. The system looks for inconsistencies in the road, such as dips, and potholes as well as recording assets along the road. The information can be used to decide where patching might be required before the surface treatment takes place, after the…
This contractor has introduced the CTL702-32 cranes to their fleet, this is a 32-tonne capacity crane, with an extended 70 metre jib. Safety considerations were engineered into the crane’s design from the outset, with a particular focus on enhancing joint connections. High-risk components such as keeper plates and loose pins were removed to reduce the risk of falling objects. To…
As the scaffold on this project has resulted in the blocking of natural light into the canteen area of a neighbouring property, the team arranged for a semi translucent window film to be fitted which when backlit would simulate a warm sun glow into the area. This was well received and aided the wellbeing of the workforce in the neighbouring…
This contactor has implemented the Hepacart mobile containment cart on their project. This has enabled them to work in a live area above ceilings to carry out essential works and maintenance ensuring a safe, clean and dust free environment. This was vital on the project at the Birmingham Children’s Hospital with this being a high risk environment meaning dust prevention…
This system combines multiple safety technologies into a single, hardwired solution, ensuring continuous and reliable monitoring of a high-risk area on the site. Unlike traditional exclusion zone methods such as static signage, physical barriers, or standalone alarms this system integrates AI-powered pedestrian detection, realtime alerts, and live video monitoring to provide a proactive and intelligent safety solution. This includes: AI…
This site implemented on site combined noise and dust monitoring equipment which included integrated AI technology. The recordings are automatically stored on a cloud-based system that is accessible to the contractors operational teams for playback and investigation. Real time environmental noise and dust emission data and weekly performance reports can be accessed at any time but are automatically emailed to…
This contractor frequently stores some lightweight materials externally at height. These can be disrupted by high winds and in extreme cases, be blown over site boundaries if not properly restrained. Traditionally, in common with the rest of the industry, they used ineffective methods as there was no industry guidance on this. They recognised this as unacceptable given the risk posed…
HookCam is a wireless camera system that attaches directly to the hook block of a crane and delivers a live video stream to the operator in the cabin. HookCam eliminates the communication issues faced when operating in the blind and gives the operator another set of eyes, with an aerial view from the hook’s perspective. With the HookCam, the operator…
This contractor is incorporating AI into the CCTV cameras that are installed around the project car park. This will monitor all traffic, and any vehicles found to be exceeding the speed limit or driving the wrong direction will be identified by their registration plate and issued with a behavioral notice. The use of new technology to automatically identify rule breakers…
To ensure the safety of cyclists, pedestrians and other road users, sites should take measures to minimise the risk of vehicle or plant movement, on and around site. Sites should also make sure delivery vehicles and plant drive appropriately on the designated delivery routes. Sites can ensure the safety of pedestrians and cyclists by using speed cameras: Speed cameras were purchased and…
This contractor is using Inspect 7 which is a digital scaffolding inspection system. This uses a visible NFC tagging system to supplement scaffolding inspection reports. The system is a useful way of ensuring those who need access to the scaffold and temporary work know that it has been inspected correctly and is therefore safe to use. To find out more,…
The project involved sensitive refurbishments and upgrades near live kitchens, posing safety concerns. To address this, the contractor introduced a dust monitoring protocol using the XD one by Trolex, providing live, STEL, and TWA data. Managers collaborated to understand the data and ensure clear client communication. Comparative data revealed significant differences between site and clean kitchen dust levels, with daily…
Each noise monitor used on this project not only captures audio clips when any noise exceedance limit is detected, but it also identifies different sources of noise. Through the integrated artificial intelligence, sounds are automatically analysed and categorised as noise being from: construction activities, impact sounds, music or vehicles. The recordings are automatically stored on a cloud-based system that is…
Ensuring operatives maintain consistent safety procedures reduces the possibility of a hazard occurring. A strong culture of positive safety performance is important to maintain consistent and reliable safety procedures, this raises the level of site safety for operatives working on site. An example of how a site achieved this level of performance within the area of daily vehicle safety checks can be…
Hoist operators are subject to high levels of mechanical and plant noise on site throughout the day. Following guidelines this contractor has implemented noise dampening methods on their site using inexpensive materials readily available on site. To reduce the clanging of chains they have introduced a robust tape wrap, they have also utilised expansion foam used in brickwork joints for…