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Honesty Award
On this project they have implemented an Honesty Award. When workers show an honest attitude for instance by returning a lost wallet or mobile phone to security they receive an Amazon voucher. Then during the next project stand down they are awarded a certificate from the Project Director and their picture is put up at site reception. This is seen...
Hoist Lock Off Procedure
On this project, they have 10 hoists distributed in 4 common towers operating from ground floor level up to level 20, spread across 6 buildings. However, they also have 6 cranes sitting on top of the cores. Understanding the risk of clash created by having hoists and crane lifting at the same time, in order to control the risk and...
Defibrillator Available on Car Hoist
In order to make defibrillator more accessible to workforce, the project team have strategically placed three defibrillators on site car hoists. One defibrillator will cover the basement area, while the other two will cover East and West areas of the project. All managers, first aiders and hoist operators on the project have been briefed on site’s fire and emergency procedures.
Wheel Chocks
Following an on site near missed on the project, where a lorry driver had released his hand break, resulting on the vehicle moving backwards, the project team have decided to introduce wheel chock blocks. The Risk Assessment and Method Statement (RAMS) for traffic management has been amended and all members of the traffic marshal team have been briefed on how...
Mental Health Support Flyer
Considering that the Construction Industry has one of the worst suicide rates in UK, the contractor on this project are actively trying to provide support to site workforce. A Mental Health Support Flyer has been printed on A5 and is available around site welfare facilities. Instead of using a site noticeboard, the contractor believe a flyer is a better option...
Intelligent Security System
Situated in the heart of the City of Westminster, this project is a prominent mixed-use development within walking distance of the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and St. James’ Park. Considering the location, the project can be an attractive place for trespassers. In order to keep site safe and secure, the contractor has implemented a series of CCTV camera systems....
First Aid Prompter Cards
First aiders and first aid kits on the project are being supplied with first aid prompter cards to assist in first aid instances. They are designed to give reminders of key information and can be read by anyone to assist the first aider. The cards cover key items including primary and secondary surveys, current CPR information, unconsciousness, patient positions, shock,...
First Aid Forum
On this project the first responder alongside the ex services personnel, have set up a first aid forum. The forum is designed to support all first aiders on the project, with monthly meetings, a WhatsApp group for communication and refresh skills sessions. It occurred to them that they prepare on projects with training and plans but without regular refreshers they...
Electric Forklift
The project team successfully trialled an electric forklift on site at Western Yards. The forklift has zero emissions at point of use, is battery powered and provides up to 8 hours of run time. The electricity supply at Western Yards is on a green tariff, meaning that the electric forklift provides a 100% reduction in emissions compared to a diesel...
HIAB Check Sheet
On the Royal Albert Dock project for Multiplex, we have introduced a HIAB check sheet for the safe operation of HIAB vehicles prior to their use on the project. The checklist contains a number of requirements that must be met. Contractors’ supervision along with a Multiplex appointed person undertake checks, and where vehicles or drivers do not comply with any...
University of Glasgow Health and Wellbeing Research Project
Multiplex has been working in partnership with the University of Glasgow to support academic research opportunities associated with the University of Glasgow Campus Development. Working with the University of Glasgow’s College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences, we have developed a research project focused on the health of the construction workforce at the Campus Development project. Two undergraduate students, Gina...
Microwave Sensors on Temporary Lighting
As part of an ongoing effort to minimise carbon dioxide emissions, Multiplex, working in collaboration with Cape (Electrical & Mechanical) has successfully procured the use of microwave sensors within the temporary LED lighting package at the Marble Arch Place project. There are many advantages to using microwave sensors over traditional head-end controlled and passive infrared sensors (PIR) temporary lighting systems....
Assessment for Learning in School Outreach
Assessment for Learning (AfL) is a key technique used by good teaching practitioners. Strategic questioning, peer feedback and student self-assessment is used by both the instructor and the learner to determine the learner’s understanding and how to achieve learning goals. Despite considerable efforts by the construction industry to work with schools, the effectiveness of these engagements is likely to be...
Wellbeing Corner
With Autumn’s dark mornings and evenings taking hold in London, the Multiplex team decided to enhance wellbeing at the project and create a more pleasant environment for the whole workforce. The removal of one out of two tower cranes created a new space at the team’s project office that was converted to a well-being corner available to anyone. The well-being...
ACT Awareness E-Learning 
The Royal Albert Dock project for Multiplex continues to work alongside the Protective Security Operations tackling counter-terrorism to protect the local borough of Newham. ACT (Action Counter Terrorism) has introduced a 45 minute e-learning awareness course which we have rolled out to all employees and subcontractors to undertake to help save lives. As a company, we take great pride in...
