Our latest news

HSE releases annual UK workplace fatality figures – Construction sector fatal accidents rise sharply Building Safety Group (BSG) issues comment on the HSE construction industry annual statistics as fatal accidents in construction rises sharply. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has released its annual figures for work-related fatal injuries for 2017/18, as well as the

BSG will be holding its fourth annual Health and Safety Awards ceremony on Wednesday November 7th 2018. The ceremony is held to mark our members’ achievements and excellence in work-related health and safety performance. The day will also include keynote speeches from two high profile industry speakers: Steve Hull, who is a Principal Inspector for

Due to the continued expansion of our business we have reviewed the logistics of providing BSG services within the Bristol region. Consequently we have split the current Bristol team in two, appointed a new team leader and expanded the resulting two teams focused on the Bristol and Bath area in order to maintain a high

Is there a maximum temperature for working in? During working hours the temperature in indoor workplaces, such as an office, must be reasonable. There’s no law for maximum working temperature, or when it’s too hot to work. Employers must stick to health and safety at work law, including: keeping the temperature at a comfortable level,

What are ‘BSG Bytes’? BSG Bytes are a series of short videos discussing topical industry health and safety matters. BSG Byte – Dave Dursley Our new BSG Byte is with Mark Stevens, BSG’s Safety Adviser based on the South Coast. During the video, Mark will be discussing: What is silica dust? What hazards does silica

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has announced that its inspectors are currently visiting small construction sites over the next two weeks (starting 25 June 2018). In the past, HSE investigators found that two of the most common site violations included: Working at height Exposure to asbestos and silica dust For more information on the

The Building Safety Group (BSG) is very pleased to announce the appointment of Andy Musselwhite from Greendale Construction to its Board of Directors. Andy brings a wealth of experience to the BSG Board, having worked at Greendale for the last 14 years, where he is the company’s Contracts Director. Andy is also the Director responsible

Download the latest issue Released June 2018 BSG Summer Training News 2018 This month’s issue includes: The importance of health and safety training BSG are an Approved Training Organisation (ATO) for the CITB Guidance on temporary works responsibilities Why is it important to book a refresher course?

BSG’s June 2018 Newsletter is now available for members to download from the Secure Area. This month’s issue includes: PUWER – Are you compliant? HSE begins construction site blitzes BSG Awards 2018 – Keynote speakers Hackitt proposes tougher penalties to tackle ‘deep flaws’ in building safety Here comes the sun Overhead electricity lines strike again