Sir Robert McAlpine
Virtual Reality Training for Fire Marshals
Currently large numbers of fire marshals receive only presentations which do not require and cannot introduce practice test as evidence to respond in emergencies. Virtual reality training has been created which enables users to test themselves in a number of scenarios. VR as technology is available in various industries, however is not widely adopted, due to certifications and lack of...
Embodied Carbon
The embodied carbon for this prohect’s offices was calculated using BS EN 15978:2011 and guidance from RICS ‘Whole life carbon assessment for the built environment’. For the RIBA Stage 4 design, the embodied carbon to practical completion is predicted to be 904 kgCO2e/m2, showing performance to be well within the Greater London Authority benchmark of between 900-1000 kgCO2e/m2 expected for...
Closed Loop Pre-Treatment Cleaning
The Closed Loop Pre-Treatment Cleaning system is a new way of cleaning the newly installed pipework into a building. This system pre-treats the initial system-fill water in a special treatment rig. Chemicals are added to assist in collecting contaminants, and also introduced to provide corrosion and microbiological protection directly in proportion to the volume of water. This pre-treated water is...
Materials Passport
A materials passport has been set up using software called Madasta which creates a live model of the proposed building by extracting data from digital models and is then completed with the actual information. This is then taken forward by the client and building management team throughout the buildings life so that during repair, adaption and end of life all...
Spinal Assessments
Poor posture can lead to spinal and muscular issues, but it can also cause headaches, poor sleep, and digestive problems. There are also links between poor posture and anxiety levels, with there being a clear link between posture and how it can affect our mental health. With that in mind, looking after the posture of workers is very important. On...
Using Recycled Materials to Create Welfare Facilities
At 1 Finsbury Avenue, part of the 10 year re-development framework for Broadgate, we invited students from the University of East London to prepare a competition design for our site welfare facility. From the competition, five students were chosen and given a paid placement to develop a welfare proposal for the project which encompassed wellbeing and sustainability. Part of the...
Working at Height Hard Hat Stickers
On this project, as part of their working at height peer review, they created a simple visual identification system to help identify the competency of site operatives working at height. For an operative to safely work at height, they require Work at Height training Level 1&2, Critical safety medical, Combisafety fencing training, Work at Height rescue training along with Formwork/False...
Cycle Safety Event
Oxford is a cycling city and, with the popularity of cycling within the city on the rise , it is a great way to travel, keep fit and be environmentally friendly. As part of the contractor’s project, they have recognised the importance of cycling safely. With increasing construction traffic and heavy goods vehicles making deliveries to the site, they wanted...
Free Falcon Fall Protection Anchor
On this project they are constructing a complex seven storey tower and frame and as such, working at height is one of the biggest health and safety risks. To ensure a safe system of work was established, the onsite team undertook a dedicated working at height peer review of the RC concrete frame. The on site team identified and proposed...
Hybrid Excavators
The Battersea Power Station Phase 3a project is using hybrid excavators to help complete the excavations on site with minimal impact on the local community. The excavators are being used in locations close to nearby sensitive receptors to help minimise the projects impact on the local community. The excavators have a traditional engine which is complemented by a lithium-ion battery....
BIM Walkthrough at Induction
On the Battersea Power Station Phase 3a project a BIM Model H&S Induction Site Walkthrough video has been developed with the BIM Team and is now included as part of the Induction process. This has enhanced the delivery of the induction by giving a specific, current overview and familiarisation to those attending the induction and what they will expect to...
FHOSS Halo System
Vehicle movements are without a doubt a risk to the health and safety of the workforce on any construction site. Particularly with darker mornings and evenings during the winter months where visibility is significantly reduced. The FHoss system provides illuminated walkway systems and crossings to enable a safe passage for operatives and improved visibility for drivers. Focused beams of light...
Safety Improvement Through the use of Precast Fixings
This contractor is using fixings pre-cast into the concrete slabs which minimises the need to drill the slab to create supports for the services modules. This therefore reduces the need to work at height and almost completely eliminates drilling and the dust it produces. This in turn creates a healthier and safer site to work on.
P-DfMA (Platform for Design, Manufacture and Assembly)
This project is the world’s first large scale office building designed and constructed using the ‘kit of parts’ solution built on a P-DfMA structural frame. The platform system, known as P-DfMA (Platform for Design, Manufacture and Assembly), consists of a set of components that can be efficiently combined to produce highly customised structures. The system is based on repeatable processes...
Noise Mitigation Methods During Night Works
Sir Robert McAlpine is currently working on a major project behind a retained façade on Grosvenor Place, London. During the demolition phase, a significant façade retention structure was constructed which posed some challenges when it came time for removal. One side of the project backs onto a TfL red route. Due to the pedestrian and vehicle traffic, TfL required the...
