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Wates Construction support visually impaired visitors by using the following items on our site. Enhanced bright tape which is used on all steps, doorways, kitchen hobs, edges Bumpons are used on light switches, microwave, kettle to help people find buttons and used as an indicator to operate items Liquid indicator – this is in all our kitchens on sites for…
Dropped objects are a leading cause of death and injury in the workplace. C360 have been looking into ways to make the work environments safer and more productive by reducing incidents that result in personal injury, equipment damage and tool loss. CSJV and their subcontractors have been trialing the quick wrap self-fusing tape. This tape makes it possible to tether…
The safety of operatives, visitors and the general public should be a priority. In order to effectively secure everyone’s safety, it is vital that safety procedures are efficiently implemented and communicated to all affected by the construction work. Planning for fire emergencies or accidents and keeping equipment up to date, will help to continuously improve and safeguard the workforce, visitors and community. Below is…
For those on site while young people are visiting, it is important to be aware of potentially difficult situations. By following the simple guidance outlined in this template document it should be possible to ensure that the site is a secure environment for young people as well as site staff. The template document includes guidance about how to appropriately act…
Wernick Hire makes extensive use of orbital sanders during the refurbishment and preparation of cabins for hire, which can create dust in the work environment. It is well known that breathing in construction dust can be harmful to health, but to combat this, Wernick Hire makes sure all workshop staff are appropriately kitted with respiratory protective equipment, and dust bags…
World Heart Day is coordinated annually by the World Heart Foundation. This day focuses on creating healthy heart environments. By ensuring that everyone has the chance to make healthy heart choices wherever they live, work and play, World Heart Day encourages us all to reduce our cardiovascular risk, and promotes a heart-healthy planet for those around us. To support World Heart Day on your site, you…
The armorgard cuttingstation is used on a number of Mace projects as a work station for cutting lengths of metal, such as conduit, cable tray and pipe. Integral health and safety features include fire-rated sound deadening foam to reduce noise pollution, and screens to contain and protect from sparks. The chop saw is positioned on a rubber mat to reduce…
We use an Emergency Response Station on site so in case of any emergency that may happen on site the station is fully equipped to deal with it. The amount of equipment on the station can take up large amounts of space, but due to the way it has been made we are able to have all the equipment needed…
To help site personnel understand what is meant by embodied carbon, Mace created an embodied carbon poster, relating the impact of making one brick to the impact of making a pint of beer. By translating an impact into a language people can understand it helps communicate what can be a somewhat abstract concept. Since many people working on site like…
Construction work can pose a number of health and safety risks. A significant proportion of construction work is performed outside, with operatives exposed to different types of weather conditions. During the summer months, the workforce needs to be aware of both heat and sun exposure, remain protected from direct sunlight and ensure they keep hydrated. Below is an example of how…
As part of the dust management strategy by the Como team undertaking a Cat B fit-out of a central London commercial office space, an air scrubber was used to remove dust and unwelcome particulate matter on site. The air scrubber is positioned in the middle of an enclosed area without any ducting attached. The air is then drawn through its…
Feedback should always be encouraged and utilised to improve the image of construction. In order for sites, companies and suppliers to continuously improve their working methods and environment, feedback must be encouraged, received and reacted to. This should encompass every side of the working environment of a construction site including the workforce itself, visitors and the surrounding public. Any effort…
The Waste Management Plan (WMP) is a template based on the requirements of waste management legislation and can be used to allocate responsibilities for waste management on construction sites. It is aimed at smaller contractors and builders to assist them in complying with waste management legislation and also to allow them to monitor their costs and environmental performance in relation…
Sites should be able to demonstrate that they care for the health and wellbeing of all members of their workforce. This includes identifying occupational health risks and providing first aid and emergency information. Land Securities have launched their ‘Stand Up’ campaign aimed at workers who are sitting for long periods of time during the working day. Whilst the Scheme recognises…
Although it is best practice for sites to have a defibrillator, smaller sites may not have the financial resources or personnel trained to use them on their sites. In these instances there are several resources where you can find the location of the nearest defibrillator in case of emergency: GoodSAM app – The GoodSAM system has a built in crowd-sourced defibrillator registry. With this…