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25 January 2022
Changes to The Highway Code for 2022
An update to The Highway Code has introduced a hierarchy of road users, which creates ‘clearer and stronger priorities’ for pedestrians. The Department for Transport claims that the changes, which are split into three main rules, ultimately aim to improve safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and horse riders. The changes are due to come into force
19 January 2022
Safety alert: HAVS
A man has received a £100,000 payout after a glazing firm he worked for was fined for breaching health and safety laws. The man developed Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) after years of using powerful glass cutting tools. He is one of twenty people diagnosed with the condition to take legal action against the firm.
18 January 2022
New SOP guide published
In response to the Omicron variant, the Construction Leadership Council (CLC) has republished the Site Operating Procedures guide to provide up to date advice for sites. The Site Operating Procedures – Version 9 document incorporates the following key changes: A revised introduction to recognise that working with COVID-19 is now ‘business as usual’ for the industry Appropriate
06 January 2022
BSG Hub – Mobile App
We’re pleased to announce that the BSG Hub is now available to use as a mobile app. Members will be able to use tablets, smartphones, and other mobile devices to access BSG Hub services. The app has been created as part of our continuous service development programme and will be provided exclusively for BSG members. Users can complete
21 December 2021
Top 10 expert-opinion pieces of 2021
From the challenges of a post-COVID-19 world, to climate change and new legislation, here are some of the top 10 expert-opinion pieces of 2021.
09 December 2021
Working safely during coronavirus (COVID-19): Omicron Variant
Guidance documents for the construction industry, other outdoor work and working in offices have been updated following the emergence of the new ‘variant of concern’, Omicron.
08 December 2021
Happy holidays from all of us at BSG!
As we bid farewell to 2021, we’re looking forward to sharing many more exciting things with you in the New Year. Please note, our offices in Bristol will be closed from Thursday 23rd December 2021 at 17:00 and will re-open on Tuesday 4th January 2022 at 08:30. BSG Awards 2022 The Building Safety Group is
08 December 2021
Site managers across the UK are set to lose their Black CSCS
Under the removal of grandfather rights from the scheme, many are now wondering whether they can continue to work in the industry.
08 December 2021
HSE Safety Alert issued: Swing-up stabilisers on lorry loader cranes
At least one and possibly two people have been killed after being struck by the type or lorry crane stabiliser legs that swing up (also known as ‘tilting’ or ‘rotating’) rather than retract.
08 December 2021
Substance use during the holidays
Seasonal holidays can often create stressors, social influences, environmental factors, and other challenges for people. Sometimes, these can bring on alcohol and/or drug use.
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