Wates Construction

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Lone Working Device and App

Published 12 March 2024 | No comments
Written by Jack Endean

CategoriesAccess to health practitioners and counselling services Health risk assessments and monitoring Monitoring

In construction, when carrying out a lone working risk assessment it is often only associated with operatives working in confined spaces or a remote part of a site where access is limited. However, what often get’s overlooked is the office-based staff who often find themselves working late in isolation or team members travelling between sites on their own. This has...

PeopleSafe Alarm

Published 6 December 2023 | No comments
Written by Jack Endean

CategoriesCoaching for unsafe actions Emergency preparedness

This contractor is using the PeopleSafe alarm for all employees to make them feel safe and is seen as vital for lone working situations. Anyone working on the project as a lone worker including the supply chain can access the app through the main contractor to make them feel safe in all circumstances. The alarm tracks your location and allows...

Lone Working Alarm

Published 8 September 2023 | No comments
Written by Jack Endean

CategoriesFirst aid Monitoring Sharing of safety alerts

Although not illegal, typically lone working is a last resort on site because of the additional risk it presents in the event of an incident. This contractor has identified a method to minimise this risk. They have introduced a MySOS safety device which can be worn by the lone worker for additional protection. It is a GPS device that connects...

Ramadan Education Video for the Workforce

Published 8 September 2023 | No comments
Written by Jack Endean

CategoriesDisadvantaged and minority groups support EDI/FIR training Engagement and commitment from the workforce Toolbox talks and daily briefings Wellbeing events

During Ramadan one of this contractor’s female Trainee Site Managers requested to talk to the workforce about the symbolism of the holy month and the importance of supporting people observing Ramadan. The talk was so successful with the workforce that they asked her to record an informative film which could be rolled out to our full supply chain and the...

Smart Hoist

Published 8 September 2023 | No comments
Written by Jack Endean

CategoriesCoaching for unsafe actions Controls Incident investigation Inspection and assurance

Smart Hoist is a software that has been retrofitted to this contractors hoists. It involves an artificial intelligence camera, two sets of wireless screens inside and outside the hoist car and an intelligent wireless call system. The system is designed to bring three main benefits: Improves safety on site e.g. PPE recognition, wind alerts, cctv inside hoist Improves efficiency of...

Incontinence Pad Disposal Facility

Published 2 June 2023 | No comments
Written by Jack Endean

CategoriesSanitary bins Toilets

According to Ontex Healthcare (2018) around 5-10% of the UK population has urinary incontinence. However as people do not feel comfortable talking about it the exact numbers are unknown and the issues are not addresses. This contractor decided to put waste disposal bins in male toilets to allow people with those issues to dispose of used pads, while staying anonymous.

Buildots – 4D Modelling Engine

Published 2 June 2023 | No comments
Written by Jack Endean

CategoriesControls Inspection and assurance Risk assessments

Buildots is an AI solution mounted to a safety helmet which uses a 360 degree camera to 3D scan working areas scanned during a general walkaround, the footage is then uploaded onto the system which uses AI to compare scanned image with BIM model (architectural model, fire stopping and M and E). The system is then able to generate a...

Biodegradable Cable Ties

Published 2 June 2023 | No comments
Written by Jack Endean

CategoriesReduced use of single use plastics

This contractor has used biodegradable cable ties to further reduce the consumption of single use plastics onsite. These cable ties have been used in areas such as exclusion zones and in their debris netting on the scaffold. This has been particularly useful as cable ties are often disposed of in general waste which is often then converted to landfill. In...

An Interview with Dame Judith Hackitt – Taking a Stand for Quality

Published 13 April 2023 | No comments
Written by Jack Endean

CategoriesCoaching for unsafe actions Consultation on health and safety Induction and training

This project hosted a “Stand Down” to watch a commissioned live interview with Dame Judith Hackitt. A light lunch was supplied and all staff stopped work to watch this moving interview about how the quality of the work has a future impact on the safety of the buildings they create for future generations to come. The recording of this was...

What Do Construction Workers Do?

Published 6 June 2022 | No comments
Written by Sian Young

CategoriesDocumented activities and targets for community engagement Engage with community facilities Plan to positively promote construction Schools and nurseries

Primary school pupils across London are among the first to receive a unique new children’s book designed to inspire them to work in the construction industry. This is due to this contractor donating 5,000 books to Key Stage 2 pupils at 11 schools across London and the south It comes after research found that by the age of seven, children...

Built Environment Trumps

Published 6 June 2022 | No comments
Written by Sian Young

CategoriesDocumented activities and targets for community engagement Engage with community facilities Plan to positively promote construction Promoting construction as a career choice Schools and nurseries

This project has lead the launch for a set of ‘Top Trumps’ style playing cards to help explain the wide variety of roles available in construction and to encourage more young people into the industry. The contractor aims to reduce the skills shortage in the industry by providing young people with knowledge of different roles that are available within the...

Thumbs Up for Safety Video

Published 30 May 2022 | No comments
Written by Ali Sadeghi

CategoriesPedestrian safety Schools and nurseries

The project team worked closely with the main contractor and Scaffolding team to create a safety alert video on roads safety alerts for children. This video is used as part of a safety briefing during school visits. The new road safety video is being shown in Barking schools as part of a campaign to raise awareness of the dangers of...

QR Code – Information Hub

Published 12 July 2021 | No comments
Written by Imogen Tanqueray

CategoriesAccess to health practitioners and counselling services Consultation on health and safety Feedback Induction and training Posters Toolbox talks and daily briefings

On this project, they have set up an information hub web page. This is accessed via a QR code which has been put on posters across the site . The Information Hub is for all operatives, supervisors and managers working on site, and contains useful information including: Dates, Times and Locations for Daily Coordination Meeting, Health and Safety Meetings Daily...

Height Adjustable Desks in Site Office

Published 12 July 2021 | No comments
Written by Imogen Tanqueray

CategoriesExercise

On this project in the site office they are using desks that are adjustable by height. This has allowed staff more flexibility in their working environment, whereby staff can choose to work standing or sitting, and can change throughout the day. These desks have been received really well by the team, especially for those with chronic back pain who feel...

Insight Timer

Published 5 May 2021 | No comments
Written by Denise Southard

CategoriesAccess to health practitioners and counselling services Mental health Wellbeing events

As an employer, the contractor has a duty of care to ensure that health, safety and wellbeing, and that of others, is not affected whilst at work. They also has a legal duty to manage the risks from fatigue, irrespective of a person’s willingness to work extra hours or preference for certain shift patterns or social reasons. They have implemented...

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