The importance of PPE is crucial in the construction industry and health and safety must always be at the forefront of people's minds to keep themselves and the people around them safe.
The construction industry reports the highest number of fatal injuries due to accidents each year, so it's crucial to have the correct safety equipment to minimise the chance of accidents happening.
Unfortunately, there will always be risks and hazards in any work environment (especially construction sites) - no matter how many safety measures you take! Learn more about our guide to PPE in construction so you can keep safe at all times.
At Beaconrisk we understand the importance of having your business accredited - it helps showcase that your business is a safe, stable and ethical place to be.
We understand that the SafeContractor accreditation can be a daunting process, but rest assured here at Beaconrisk we have all the information you need to know about SafeContractor Accreditation.
We are here to help you along the way, so read on to learn more about the scheme and how important it can be for your business - and what we can do to help you become SafeContractor Accredited.
It is a legal requirement that all businesses follow the health and safety legislation. This is especially important for high-risk organisations, such as the construction industry.
Having the correct health and safety procedures in place minimises the risk of any accidents occurring and saves the company time and hassle.
When an accident happens within the workplace, say an employee or employer injures themselves, you will then have to fill out a health and safety risk assessment form, which can take a while to complete.
Throughout this blog, we will be exploring tips to help reduce occupational health and safety risks, specifically in the construction industry.
Risk assessments are an integral part of any business and are an effective way of preventing risk and injury in the workplace and minimising potential hazards.
You may have come across the term ‘dynamic risk assessment’ - but what exactly is a dynamic risk assessment? How are dynamic risk assessments completed? Read on to learn all about risk assessments and dynamic risk assessments, including what they are, when they’re needed, and how they are completed.