Tag: Safety
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Construction managers need to promote AI’s role in onsite safety
He added: “UK building and construction firms that move to modernise safety systems, replacing paper with digital-first tools to show how AI can support, not replace, frontline expertise, will strengthen compliance, cut risks, and build the resilient worksites the sector needs.” View the original article and our Inspiration here
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IPAF urges industry to get ‘back to basics’ on safety
The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) is supporting the Back to Basics safety campaign, launched by the Construction Industry Federation (CIF). The campaign, which runs from 13 to 24 October, encourages everyone in the Irish construction industry to refocus on the fundamental principles of health and safety. Encompassing European Safety Week, during the two-week campaign IPAF…
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Respiratory Safety: Why Construction Firms Must Comply
In the construction industry, worker safety isn’t just a regulatory requirement, it’s a moral obligation. Among the various health concerns construction companies face, respiratory safety often ranks at the top. Dust, fumes, and airborne contaminants are common on job sites, and failing to manage these hazards can lead to serious health issues. But in recent…
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Thermoplastic Line Markings Enhance Safety & ROI
If you run or build commercial spaces, you know the story: more people, more vehicles, tighter turnarounds, and zero tolerance for confusion. The quickest wins often come from the ground up literally. Well-planned line work and symbols don’t just tidy up a site; they make spaces safer, easier to navigate, and cheaper to maintain over…
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Thermoplastic Line Markings Enhance Safety & ROI
If you run or build commercial spaces, you know the story: more people, more vehicles, tighter turnarounds, and zero tolerance for confusion. The quickest wins often come from the ground up literally. Well-planned line work and symbols don’t just tidy up a site; they make spaces safer, easier to navigate, and cheaper to maintain over…
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Essential Heavy Equipment Tools Every Operator Needs for Safety and Efficiency
Heavy equipment tools can make the difference between a smooth workday and a pricey disaster. Operating massive machinery worth hundreds of thousands of dollars without proper preparation isn’t just unwise — it’s dangerous. The average technician puts $7,500 to $11,000 into their tool inventory, while specialists might spend up to $27,000. This investment pays off…
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How the golden thread is improving fire safety
Getting the fire safety profession to embrace digital information management is still a challenge, says Aman Sharma MBE, chair of BSI’s strategic fire safety committee for the built environment. He tells Will Mann how golden thread guidance update BS 8644-1 can assist. Image: Solo777 | Dreamstime.com Will Mann: The ‘golden thread’ of information is central…
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Snow Thrower Safety: Best Practices to Remember This Winter
Snow Thrower Safety Tips: Keep Best Practices in Mind This Winter Clearing snow and ice from driveways, sidewalks and parking lots is no small job. You rely on your outdoor power equipment to do the heavy lifting, and it’s important to keep safety in mind. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) reminds home and business owners…
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AI-Enabled Jobsite Intelligence: How Contractors Can Unlock Safety, Efficiency, ROI
At the start of 2025, only 2% of construction firms reported using AI, but that percentage is expected to double over the course of the year. Not only will AI support productivity but two in three construction firms agree that the use of cutting-edge tools will help them recruit talent. Still, confusion persists surrounding how…