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The purpose of this Site Visitor Induction Template is to ensure that all visitors are informed of the key health and safety risks associated with the site and the control measures in place to protect them, regardless of the length or frequency of their visit. Using a structured visitor induction helps to demonstrate a consistent approach to managing visitor safety,…

Construction Logistics and Community Safety (CLOCS) brings together the construction logistics industry to revolutionise the management of Work Related Road Risk (WRRR) and embed a road safety culture across the industry as the UK’s population and economy grows. Between 2008 and 2012, 53% of cyclist fatalities in London involved a heavy goods vehicle. A disproportionate number of these were construction vehicles….

Vehicles on and around site are a high risk to the workforce and public. The Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) is an accreditation scheme that aims to drive best practice in terms of safety, efficiency and environmental protection. FORS provides a quality and performance benchmark for van, lorry, mini-bus, coach and bus operators. Accreditation of FORS can provide the tools…

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 Considerate Constructors Scheme has put together a community action plan for smaller sites to make sure that all aspects of the ‘Respect the Community’ section of the Code are considered before and during work commencing on site. This template will help smaller sites deal with the huge impact construction work can have on communities, and gives guidance on how they can…

Litter – What is the problem? The appearance and condition of a construction site and its perimeter is often the first, only and lasting impression that members of the public who live and work around the activity have of the construction industry. The Considerate Constructors Scheme regularly receives complaints regarding litter on and around construction projects. This instalment of Resolving…

The Scheme has put together a PowerPoint presentation to inform users of the Best Practice Hub how to use all of the features available on the website. This includes searching the Hub, viewing the ‘Spotlight on…’ learning toolkits, accessing the e-learning courses as well as how to use some of the less well known resources available. To find out more…

It is important that the aims and progress of construction work, are made transparent to the local community. This can be achieved by distributing frequent letters, newsletters or bulletins to keep the public constantly updated and help to minimise any frustrations which may arise. Constant communication between the site and community should be made a priority by all contractors. The Considerate Constructors Scheme have…

The Considerate Constructors Scheme 2024 Code and Checklist updates detail that Registered Activity must ensure that all workforce receives induction on the Code of Considerate Practice. Previously the need to communicate the Code of Practice to the workforce was only implied. If staff inductions on the Code happen only at a projects kick-off, personnel and sub-contracted trades that change during…

The Scheme has put together a template document to assist registered activity with meeting the requirements for documented plans in Checklist Question 1.3.2 and 1.3.3. This template covers promoting construction, community engagement as well as community and charity engagement. Please be aware that this Scheme document has been produced as a template, and can be adapted to meet the individual…

Working Hours – What is the problem? The operational working hours of construction sites can often impact on the members of the public who live and work around the activity. The Considerate Constructors Scheme still receive complaints regarding working hours on and around construction projects, therefore to support Scheme registered activity in tackling this issue and support the public we…

Inappropriate Behaviour – What is the problem? The behaviour of construction workers around sites can impact on the members of the public who live and work around the activity. The Considerate Constructors Scheme still receive complaints regarding inappropriate behaviour on and around construction projects, therefore to support Scheme registered activity in tackling this issue and protect the public we are…

Throughout any construction project, it is vital to keep the public informed and updated. Community interaction reaps rewards; as it truly demonstrates a caring site. Constant communication between the site and the local community should be made a priority by all contractors. This can be achieved by distributing feedback questionnaires to understand public needs and help to minimise any frustrations which may…

Parking – What is the problem? Parking around construction projects regularly impacts on members of the public, other road users and those who live and work around the construction activity. The Considerate Constructors Scheme regularly receives complaints regarding construction parking and to support Scheme registered activity in tackling this issue we are sharing some useful resources and best practices that…

It is important to protect the environment and make sure operatives are aware of their environmental responsibilities. The Considerate Constructors Scheme have put together an environmental checklist to make sure that all aspects of the environment are considered before and during work commencing on site. This template will help smaller sites to understand their local surroundings and site specific environmental impact. Please…