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HSE Guidance for Working at Height

Published 16 July 2019 | No comments
Written by CCS Best Practice Hub Administrator
Categories Guidance Injuries Occupational health risks Risk information
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CategoriesGuidance Injuries Occupational health risks Risk information
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The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published some guidance for working at height in relation to the Work at Height Regulations 2005. Within the construction industry, workers are often at risk of falling from height, and objects that fall from height can also pose a hazard, not only to staff, but the general public as well. This is why...
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Construction Industry Helpline App 1 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 5

Published 10 December 2018 | No comments
Written by CCS Best Practice Hub Administrator
Categories Consultants Guidance Guidance Mental health Programming Stress Worker fatigue
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CategoriesConsultants Guidance Guidance Mental health Programming Stress Worker fatigue
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The Lighthouse Club Construction Industry Charity, who run the Construction Industry Helpline, launched a new app on the 7th December 2018 in collaboration with COINS (a construction software firm) and Building Mental Health (an online information portal about mental health, also developed by the charity). The new Construction Industry Helpline app will be a free, confidential service aimed at providing...
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Ballot Bin Ashtray

Published 17 October 2018 | No comments
Written by Mariyana Stoyanova
Categories Ashtrays Discreet areas Smoking and vaping
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At South Quay Plaza, we found that despite having two smoking areas within the site boundary, due to close proximity to coffee shops and supermarkets, a lot of our operatives were smoking outside the site perimeter. This does not create a positive first impression, which we are all very passionate about. In order to tackle this, we have ordered Ballot...
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Smoking Policy Template

Published 18 July 2018 | No comments
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Categories Ashtrays Discreet areas Smoking and vaping Vaping
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Implementing a smoking policy on site is important to ensure that operatives have a safe and healthy working environment. The smoking policy should provide non-smokers the right to work in air free of tobacco smoke, whilst also taking into account the needs of those who do smoke. For sites that do not have their own company policy in place, the...
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Considerate Constructors Scheme ‘Expectations for Temporary Site Accommodation’ Guidance Note

Published 9 July 2018 | No comments
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Categories Consultants Energy efficient accommodation Energy saving measures Guidance Guidance Minimised energy use
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CategoriesConsultants Energy efficient accommodation Energy saving measures Guidance Guidance Minimised energy use
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As part of the scoring process, the Considerate Constructors Scheme issues guidance notes to our Monitors on key issues to advise them on best practices to look out for when visiting sites, companies and suppliers. The ‘Expectations for Temporary Site Accommodation’ note was developed by the Scheme’s Review Group through consultation with the Modular and Portable Buildings Association (MPBA) and with...
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Considerate Constructors Scheme ‘Construction Dust and Air Quality’ Guidance Note 1 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 5

Published 8 June 2018 | No comments
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Categories Air quality Campaigns Guidance Guidance
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CategoriesAir quality Campaigns Guidance Guidance
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As part of the scoring process, the Considerate Constructors Scheme issues guidance notes to our Monitors on key issues to advise them on best practices to look out for when visiting sites, companies and suppliers. Following the launch of ‘Spotlight on… air pollution’, the Scheme redoubled its efforts to encourage registered sites, companies and suppliers to minimise air pollution from...
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Counter Terrorism Advice: Run, Hide, Tell and CitizenAid

Published 24 May 2018 | No comments
Written by Rachel Rielly
Categories Attitudes Behaviour Campaigns Guidance Guidance Training
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CategoriesAttitudes Behaviour Campaigns Guidance Guidance Training
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Project Griffin, the counter terrorism police, came to Multiplex, Royal Albert Dock over two days and delivered a talk on what to do in the event of a terrorist attack along with how to report any suspicious activity you may see at work or out in the general public. Materials were shared with the team, including the “Run Hide Tell”...
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Guidance for Drone Use

Published 3 March 2017 | No comments
Written by CCS Best Practice Hub Administrator
Categories Guidance Guidance Privacy Risk information Site security
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CategoriesGuidance Guidance Privacy Risk information Site security
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The use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) or drones in the construction industry is increasing, but contractors need to be aware of how to deploy them lawfully to reduce intrusion. Drones can be used in many ways on a construction site including conducting aerial surveys, monitoring the activities of staff or subcontractors on sites and to view the site’s progress....
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Stress and Resilience Guidance

Published 9 December 2016 | No comments
Written by Tom Horton
Categories Guidance Guidance Management attitudes Stress Worker fatigue
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CategoriesGuidance Guidance Management attitudes Stress Worker fatigue
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During periods of change and high demand, the Costain Skanska Joint Venture building Crossrail’s Paddington Station require their staff to be resilient and proactive about maintaining their wellbeing. The workplace has a duty of care to provide an environment that not only creates formal opportunities for wellbeing discussions, but actively encourages managers to discuss levels of stress and resilience with...
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Child Protection Guidance Template for School Visits

Published 4 November 2016 | No comments
Written by CCS Best Practice Hub Administrator
Categories Child safety Guidance Guidance Nurseries Operative behaviour Schools Universities
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CategoriesChild safety Guidance Guidance Nurseries Operative behaviour Schools Universities
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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...
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Mobile Smoking Area

Published 30 August 2016 | No comments
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Categories Ashtrays Discreet areas Litter Smoking and vaping Vaping
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CategoriesAshtrays Discreet areas Litter Smoking and vaping Vaping
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The image of the site portrays the image of construction. On a large site such as Seymour Link road, with constantly changing working areas the main welfare areas are at either end of the job hence going for a cigarette break would take a significant amount of time out of the working day. Therefore, the need for secondary smoking areas was established and...
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E-smoking Guide for Employers

Published 8 August 2016 | No comments
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Categories Discreet areas Guidance Smoking and vaping Vaping
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CategoriesDiscreet areas Guidance Smoking and vaping Vaping
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Although the difference between smoking a cigarette and a e-cigarette, also known as ENDS (Electronic Nicotine Delivery System), may be noticeably different, the understanding on what is acceptable at the workplace can be less obvious. Organisations need a clear policy on whether to allow people to ‘vape’ anywhere, nowhere or restricted areas, to avoid misunderstandings and legal action. The law...
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Non-offensive clothing 2 votes, average: 4.00 out of 52 votes, average: 4.00 out of 52 votes, average: 4.00 out of 52 votes, average: 4.00 out of 52 votes, average: 4.00 out of 5

Published 15 June 2016 | One comment
Written by CCS Best Practice Hub Administrator
Categories Guidance Offsite appearance Onsite dress code
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CategoriesGuidance Offsite appearance Onsite dress code
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The visual representation of operatives is an example of the site and the industry’s image. It is important to maintain a professional and positive image whilst on site, in many cases this means both how a member of the workforce acts and appears. One site ensured this level was maintained through the following example: Natasha, a graduate manager, developed a...
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E-cigarette Smoking Areas

Published 14 January 2016 | No comments
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Categories Discreet areas Smoking and vaping Vaping
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CategoriesDiscreet areas Smoking and vaping Vaping
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Any attempts to provide support for worker welfare is important to promote a greater awareness of longterm health and wellbeing both on and off-site. Although adopting the e-smoking approach is not putting a full stop to smoking habits, it can offer a potential alternative to cigarettes. E-cigarettes are becoming increasingly popular as a way to reduce and eventually quit smoking altogether due to their lower...
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Guidance to Improve Road Safety Awareness

Published 21 October 2015 | No comments
Written by Martin Lovegrove
Categories Cycle safety Driver information Falling debris Guidance Guidance Identification of near misses Injuries Recording accidents Reporting Roads
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CategoriesCycle safety Driver information Falling debris Guidance Guidance Identification of near misses Injuries Recording accidents Reporting Roads
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Road Haulage Association (RHA) and the Berkeley Group have joined together to create a Guidance document to ensure safe deliveries to and from construction sites. The guidance provides details on how to prevent accidents associated with deliveries and collections to and from site, and is supported by a Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (DCPC) approved training course. Road safety remains a big...
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Pocket Ashtrays 1 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 5

Published 5 August 2015 | One comment
Written by Anisha Sehgal
Categories Ashtrays Litter Smoking and vaping
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CategoriesAshtrays Litter Smoking and vaping
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Pocket ashtrays are mini-bin pouches to store cigarette butts and chewing gum. There is a no smoking area provided on site, but these pocket ashtrays are made available to the workforce to avoid littering outside site. The benefits of these ashtrays include improved health and safety and housekeeping on-site. It will also help to ensure a positive impression of site...
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Providing Adequate Facilities for Smokers

Published 2 July 2015 | No comments
Written by CCS Best Practice Hub Administrator
Categories Ashtrays Discreet areas Smoking and vaping Vaping
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Creating a positive impression of your site is important as you do not get a second chance to create a good first impression on passers-by. Providing adequate facilities for smokers and also offering help and encouragement on how to quit smoking, can make operatives feel supported and cared for. Sites have tackled the negative appearance associated with workforce smoking by implementing the following:...
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Making sure operatives present a professional image when leaving site 1 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 51 vote, average: 5.00 out of 5

Published 9 June 2015 | No comments
Written by CCS Best Practice Hub Administrator
Categories Guidance Offsite appearance Onsite dress code PPE Workforce involvement
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CategoriesGuidance Offsite appearance Onsite dress code PPE Workforce involvement
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It is important that your site and workforce presents a professional image of both your company and the industry as a whole. It is therefore essential that operatives’ appearance on and around site is appropriate, to project an image of professionalism. Many sites introduce initiatives to ensure that their workforce appears clean and well-presented both on and off site. Below...
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Providing welfare, training and equal opportunities

Published 6 May 2015 | No comments
Written by James Doubleday
Categories Ashtrays Cleaning regime Cultural needs Discreet areas Drying Equality Multi-use room Reward Secure storage Separate facilities Showers Smoking and vaping Toilets Training Vaping
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CategoriesAshtrays Cleaning regime Cultural needs Discreet areas Drying Equality Multi-use room Reward Secure storage Separate facilities Showers Smoking and vaping Toilets Training Vaping
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The Buttsgrove Way site demonstrated good practice towards the workforce in a number of ways including providing high standards of welfare facilities, training opportunities and raising health and wellbeing awareness. Examples of how a supportive and caring working environment was provided include: As part of the induction process, the site manager explained the equal opportunity and diversity polices that were...
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Preventing Cigarette Litter Around Site

Published 19 March 2015 | One comment
Written by CCS Best Practice Hub Administrator
Categories Ashtrays Litter Smoking and vaping
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CategoriesAshtrays Litter Smoking and vaping
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The appearance of your site should be constantly maintained at a high standard. Constructors should always strive to provide an excellent first impression by maintaining a clean and tidy site, as this reinforces the considerate nature of the construction industry. Litter around site negatively impacts the appearance of your site to the local community. Below is an example of a simple method that...
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Safety boot drawer

Published 26 February 2015 | No comments
Written by Benoit Petillon
Categories Changing Cleaning regime Guidance Housekeeping Mud Tidiness
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CategoriesChanging Cleaning regime Guidance Housekeeping Mud Tidiness
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Welfare facilities should be provided, which will encourage workers to maintain a clean and tidy site. A clean site office is important, both internally, for our day to day jobs and also externally, for our clients, subcontractors, residents and local authorities, when they visit our site offices. Despite the boot wash displayed at the entrance, safety boots are often dirty...
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Maintaining a good exterior by considering the appearance of smoking

Published 26 November 2014 | No comments
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Categories Ashtrays Discreet areas First Impressions standards Initial impressions Litter Public Rubbish Smoking and vaping Vaping
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CategoriesAshtrays Discreet areas First Impressions standards Initial impressions Litter Public Rubbish Smoking and vaping Vaping
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The appearance of your site is vital to providing the community with a good first impression as well as demonstrating that you are a caring, considerate constructor. Site managers should take pride in both the external and internal appearance of their site. Measures should be implemented to establish and maintain an excellent appearance. Careful consideration also needs to be given to...
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YellowJacket System

Published 25 November 2014 | No comments
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Categories Guidance Tidiness Workforce involvement
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CategoriesGuidance Tidiness Workforce involvement
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The YellowJacket health and safety online system is a tool developed by Mace and now owned by BRE, that can be operated from your desktop or on your tablet/phone, helping a construction site to manage quality, environmental, health and safety performance. This system enables a better management of health and safety performance on site by ensuring all your data is in one...
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Issues Around Smoking

Published 17 October 2014 | No comments
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Categories Ashtrays Discreet areas Litter Smoking and vaping
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Healthy lifestyle advice is becoming more and more important on construction sites. This can include specialist advice and support regarding dietary issues, drugs or alcohol abuse and smoking. Sites could encourage workers to stop smoking and lead a healthier lifestyle. If workers do not want to quit smoking, a sheltered, secluded area can be created to ensure that smokers have a...
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What is the Hub?

The Hub features examples of construction industry best practice sourced from across the UK and Ireland. It can be used by anyone in the industry including site managers, contractors, suppliers and clients, who are looking to improve their standards of considerate construction.

The Hub is a Considerate Constructors Scheme initiative.

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What is the Considerate Constructors Scheme?

The Scheme is a not-for-profit organisation founded by the construction industry to improve its image.

The Scheme monitors construction activity across the UK and Ireland, scoring registered sites, companies and suppliers against a Code of Considerate Practice.

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