Safeguarding and prevent in the workplace top agenda at latest DTL skills forumKeeping young people safe at work was top of the agenda at the latest Industry Skills Forum hosted by Develop Training Limited (DTL).
The event attracted senior apprenticeship and HR managers from major construction, infrastructure and utilities companies.
Safeguarding to prevent abuse and harm is a hot topic, as larg…
Why a flat roof is the right choice for your homeWhy a flat roof is the right choice for your home
Are you in the market for a new roof? Maybe you are after a design change or you simply want to replace an old roof that is damaged. A flat roof is a great option for your home and here are the reasons why:
They are cost-effective
Flat roofs are cheaper than pitched roofs – so if you’r…
Approaching Construction With An Environmenta…
Survey reveals that many are leaving it too late to secure their homesWith the night’s drawing in and the clocks set to go back, National Home Security Month comes at the perfect time to remind the public of the importance of home security.
A recent survey of nearly 600 tradespeople found that 85% said their customers only asked them to fit security products following a break-in to their…
Building on Success? UK Construction and the 2018 BudgetThe building trade has always needed to keep a sharp eye on the Budget. Between a looming skills shortage and an uncertain Brexit deal, firms across the industry were looking to Chancellor Philip Hammond to throw his weight behind them this year. Here are a couple of the key headlines:
PFI and PF2 are out
Private Finance Initiatives,…
Request for door hardware experts’ input into the future of CE markingThe status of CE marking on construction products in Europe is to be considered as part of a review of the Construction Products Regulation (CPR).
The CPR is periodically reviewed and as part of this, there is due to be a revision of Mandate M101 for doors, windows and construction hardware.
The Guild of Architectura…
Why move when you can improve? Ideas for adding value to your homeInstead of dealing with moving costs and time-consuming packing, invest in your current home and add value to it. There are many ideas that can be implemented that can transform your home into a brand-new abode. Just check out these ideas that can add value to your home.
Add some decorations
Decorations can add some simple value to…
A work van is broken into, and tools are stolen, every 23 minutes in the UK.A work van is broken into, and tools are stolen, every 23 minutes in the UK.
Research from Powertools2U reveals that the average tool theft claim costs the tradesperson £1,692 – a figure that unfortunately, can sometimes be doubled with 50% of victims having had their tools stolen at least twice.
Powertools2U hav…
Preventing unauthorised access onto scaffolding and other work platformsFollowing a rise in the number of people gaining unauthorised access to construction sites, particularly in residential areas, an alert is being issued to remind contractors and those in control of construction work involving scaffolding and access ladders, of the need to assess the site and ensure suitable and sufficient…
LIVERPOOL WATERS CELEBRATES DOUBLE LETTING AT PRINCES DOCKPrinces Dock will soon be home to two new businesses following the completion of lettings at No. 1 and No. 12 Princes Dock, Liverpool Waters.
The residential property management company Amazon Management Services will be occupying 1,000 sq. ft of office space at No. 1 Princes Dock for the next five years, and the building and civ…