Tag: risk
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Step inside a beautiful waterside home in a flood risk area
Homeowner Chris has an enduring passion for property and design. “I’ve always had a feeling for homes and space,” he says. And that instinct came into play when he acquired a riverside plot in the heart of a Wiltshire town – land that he bought from his mother. Despite the site being in the centre…
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Campaign highlights pension risk for construction employers
“In sectors, like the construction industry, where employers are likely to hire seasonal staff, eligible workers may be at a greater risk of not getting what they are owed,” Patel added. “If you’re not sure of your [automatic enrolment] duties, check up on them. Don’t risk a fine.” View the original article and our Inspiration…
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Compulsory Purchase Order reforms could put your home at risk
The legal power of Compulsory Purchase Orders (CPOs), which allows authorities to acquire private land for public projects, has always been a concern for property owners. However, recent government planning reforms are making the threat of Compulsory Purchase Orders more immediate and widespread. New legislation aims to significantly speed up and simplify the CPO process,…
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Insight Risk Offers GC Program to Cut Builder’s Risk Deductibles
Insight Risk Technologies, a leading provider of builder’s risk insurance solutions, has launched Deductible Assurance, a breakthrough program that uses advanced water damage prevention technology to enable general contractors to dramatically reduce water damage deductibles on their builder’s risk insurance policies. General contractors accepted into the new Deductible Assurance program can choose from three carefully selected technology water…
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Modern slavery initiative to highlight survivor experiences
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“Through the Supply Chain Sustainability School, we support thousands of professionals across the built environment and infrastructure sectors to better understand and manage modern slavery risks,” said EJ Allen, lead consultant for modern slavery and human rights at Action Sustainability. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Safety expert calls for more risk assessment during design
Listen to the article 7 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. The American Society of Safety Professionals named Georgi Popov the recipient of the 2025 Thomas F. Bresnahan Standards Medal on May 17, to honor his work in developing voluntary national consensus standards in environmental health and safety.…
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Building a house in a flood zone? Is it worth the risk?
As our climate continues to change, flooding is increasingly a concern for homeowners. For self-builders, flooding can have serious implications, even before a brick is laid. If you’re buying land, flood risk isn’t just a matter of safety, it’s a fundamental part of the planning process. Get it wrong, and you could face delays, extra…
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Modern homes are more at risk from deadly fires, according to UK’s largest fire brigade
While the number of UK house fires has thankfully declined, a hidden threat is emerging: modern building materials and household contents are fueling faster, more intense blazes. This concerning trend, highlighted by tragedies like Grenfell and stark fire service warnings, demands a critical reassessment of fire safety building regulations in contemporary residential construction. For homeowners…
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The Fatal 5? Balfour Beatty highlights risk of live traffic.
Listen to the article 4 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Balfour Beatty has recognized traffic as a fifth fatal risk in construction, in an attempt to expand on OSHA’s long-established Fatal Four, the firm announced in a release ahead of Construction Safety Week. The U.K.-based…
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Balfour Beatty Designates Live Traffic as Fifth Fatal Risk in Construction Safety Initiative
This Construction Safety Week 2025, Balfour Beatty has launched a new safety initiative that identifies live traffic as a fifth fatal risk in construction—joining OSHA’s long-established Fatal Four: falls, struck-by incidents, electrocutions, and caught-in/between hazards. The initiative reflects Balfour Beatty’s growing concern over the dangers posed by live traffic in and around work zones, following…