The Government is seeking views on potential reforms proposed for future Climate Change Agreements (CCA) to follow from the end of the current scheme. In this consultation they have set out: the key aspects of a future scheme where they believe reforms may be required what some of those reforms may entail The current Climate […]
Your CIP Construction Environmental Manual has been updated. In fact, we’ve checked and updated references to – and listings of – all external guidance documents and British Standards throughout all sections of the manual. Plus, we’ve also checked and amended or updated, where necessary, all hyperlinks and cross-references. More detailed updates feature in the following […]
After publishing new climate targets through to 2030 earlier this year, Multiplex has this week published a new social equity strategy which it claims will ensure “no one is left behind in the race to net-zero”. Targets for 2022 include implementing flexible working policies at all project sites and ensuring that half of new graduate […]
What are sustainability leaders from some of the biggest names in business doing about their net-zero plans? Following his recent workshop, Re_Set Director of Sustainability, Rick Benfield, shares the thinking. Actions speak louder than words. This has never been truer than when it comes to net-zero. Post COP26, pledges and promises abound, but the question […]
Sustainability has been described as the “biggest challenge facing the construction industry”. With 45% of UK emissions coming from built construction, it’s a challenge you’re no doubt taking very seriously. So, do you feel like you’re making good headway, or lagging behind? If it’s the latter, you’re not alone. Staying updated on the latest legislation, […]
Digital versions of HSE tools are now available online. The HSE has announced digital versions of the Manual Handling Assessment Charts (MAC), Assessment of Repetitive Tasks (ART) and Risk Assessment of Pushing and Pulling (RAPP) tools are now live to download. Digitising these popular MSD assessment guides will save the company’s assessors time in populating […]
J Murphy & Sons is testing the latest advances in AI cameras to increase worker safety on its sites. The smart artificial intelligence camera warning system monitors key exclusion zones and restricted plant and people zones on sites. Then, it sounds an alarm if workers intrude on the danger zone. Construction firms can also use […]
Many people experience noise levels at work that may be harmful, leading to permanent and incurable hearing damage. This third edition of Controlling noise at work (L108) is for employers and other dutyholders. It includes the Control of Noise at Work Regulations. Plus, it also features guidance on what the regulations mean, setting out an […]
The Scaffolding Association suggests that new “green rules” for major government contracts will become more widespread, placing additional pressures on businesses. The new measures, announced on 30th September 2021, will require businesses bidding for major government contracts to commit to achieving net-zero emissions. The government believes these “green rules” will help deliver their manifesto promise […]
The Government has published its new Heat and Buildings Strategy setting out how it plans to significantly reduce carbon emissions from the UK’s 30 million homes and workplaces. It announced that £3.9 billion of new funding will be available over the next three years. Recognising that “there will be no single policy or technology that […]