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World Mental Health Day Fortune Cookies

Published 19 October 2020 | No comments
Written by Colleen Liston

CategoriesConsultation Mental health

In order to spread the message about World Mental Health Day, the project team made customised Fortune Cookies which featured a selection of mental health facts on one side and thought provoking quotes on the other. By mixing cookies including prizes amongst normal cookies, the team managed to get more information about mental health across to the site team and...

Self Locking Latch on Crane Hook Block

Published 19 October 2020 | No comments
Written by William Smith

CategoriesFalling objects

There was an incident on another construction project where the hook lost connection with the chains and the load dropped. We wanted a way that would not only prevent this from happening, but also had an extra facility to stop it from occurring again. We implemented a system that meant the slinger pulls a lever down to unlock which then...

Helmet Mounted Eave Ear Defenders

Published 19 October 2020 | No comments
Written by William Smith

CategoriesPPE

There is an existing issue with ear defenders of muffling all noise and not being able to hear calls by a fellow operative if a dangerous situation was to arise. High levels of noise are related to all sorts of occupational health issues, wearing ear defenders all the time can add additional risks like not being able to hear anything....

H-Wash Handwash Stations

Published 19 October 2020 | No comments
Written by Emma Ward

CategoriesCleaning and maintenance regime

We needed to make the workplace safe after the coronavirus outbreak. We wanted to give the workforce plenty of opportunity, out on site, to wash their hands, kill germs and protect themselves. The H-Wash hand wash system was the ideal solution as it is a portable self-contained unit which requires no plumbing or electrics and can be installed anywhere on...

Approved Black Hat Stickers

Published 19 October 2020 | No comments
Written by Lewis Haines

CategoriesDefined workforce qualification/skill levels

As part of our approach to improving supervision on site we have implemented an Approved Black Hat stickers for hard hats. To get this sticker the supervisor must have the relevant qualifications and have gone through a supervisor competency check by Lendlease. If the operatives does not have this sticker they will not be permitted to work as a supervisor...

Room Occupancy Monitoring

Published 12 October 2020 | No comments
Written by Andy Packwood

CategoriesCleaning and maintenance regime Suitable/accessible separate facilities

What is it? The Room Occupancy Monitoring system counts how many people enter the room through the ‘in’ door and how many people exit through the ‘out’ door. The system keeps track of the room occupancy level against the set room capacity. The system has a display at the entrance to the room showing level of occupancy in the room...

Eliminating Everyday Sexism

Published 12 October 2020 | No comments
Written by Zoe Gargan

CategoriesDisadvantaged and minority groups support EDI/FIR training Engagement and commitment from the workforce

Lendlease is passionate about encouraging a diverse workforce into construction. At Potato Wharf we embrace diversity in the workforce and as part of this we delivered an everyday sexism presentation to the workforce. This went down very well and encouraged conversations within the workforce about what is acceptable conduct and the impact of our actions. This formed part of a...

Spill Kit Training

Published 4 May 2020 | No comments
Written by Bradley Walsh

CategoriesSpill prevention

What is it? A spill kit presentation containing the following: The impact of spillages and the legal context behind this Examples of the different spill kits available on site and how to select the correct one to use for different substances How to prevent a spillage from occurring or spreading The steps to follow should a spillage occur A short...

Pool Night for Supervisors

Published 4 May 2020 | No comments
Written by Alice Arrowsmith

CategoriesRecreational facilities Workforce development plans

In February, Lendlease organised a supervisor night, hiring a local pool bar and a professional pool host. Attendees included managers from Lendlease and supervisors from all different trade contractors around site. Supervisors were given bespoke polo shirts with the site logo on the front and drinks tokens and the winning pair received the tournament trophy. Why we used it? Lendlease...

Mechanical Electrical and Plumbing Training Sessions

Published 4 May 2020 | No comments
Written by Alice Arrowsmith

CategoriesTraining plans Workforce development plans

Specialist Mechanical Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) trade contractors hosted training sessions onsite for Lendlease trainees and construction managers, including fire stopping and butt welding workshops, amongst others. These sessions start with an on-site explanation of the work by the contractor, including the RAMS so attendees can participate safely. The process is then demonstrated by the operatives and trainees then have...

GOTCHA Training Day

Published 27 April 2020 | No comments
Written by Emma Ward

CategoriesEmergency preparedness

A training day was had for Lendlease construction managers and operatives on site where attendees were taught how to use GOTCHA rescue kits. These kits would be used if an emergency evacuation, of a conscious or unconscious casualty, was required from the tower cranes on site. A GOTCHA kit provides the required equipment to lower the casualty in a controlled...

Monthly Safety Stand Downs

Published 27 April 2020 | No comments
Written by Emma Ward

CategoriesConsultation on health and safety

A monthly morning meet, chaired by the Construction Director, regarding relevant safety information and things to look out for on site took place. A sound system is utilised to ensure everyone can hear. Why they do this The entire site attends and stands down from work for half an hour in the morning. This ensures that relevant safety information is...

Therapy Dog

Published 10 February 2020 | No comments
Written by Kiu Tran

CategoriesAccess to health practitioners and counselling services Mental health

Introducing the latest member to join the team at Elephant Park, Marley the therapy dog. To compliment Lendlease’s commitment to the health, safety and wellbeing of its people and those who work on our projects, the team at Elephant Park have their very own in-house therapy dog. Anyone can drop by for a cuddle or pick-me-up or request a private...

Internal Dust Monitoring

Published 27 January 2020 | No comments
Written by Kiu Tran

CategoriesWorkplace dust monitoring

Where external air quality is actively managed on construction sites, Lendlease recognises that internal air quality, specifically while working in enclosed apartments, is often overlooked. Lendlease have responded by implementing practices to minimise or eliminate dust generation in work activities. Practices such as automatic collection of dust at source and ‘ban the broom’ policies are implemented on site, however there...

Visualite Panels in Basement Accommodation

Published 2 December 2019 | No comments
Written by Lewis Haines

CategoriesMental health

What it is A light up panel fixed to the wall which incorporates our own images and uses a cutting edge LED light source to create a healthier and better ambience. It not only provides light to the office space but also creates an illusion of a greater space, improving the mental wellbeing of the workers in the office. Why...

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