Health and safety training goes 4D for HS2
Health and safety in construction is getting a much-needed boost courtesy of funding from HS2 via the UK’s innovation agency, Innovate UK.
A new customisable online training tool is now in development by specialists in cloud-based Building Information Modelling (BIM) and digital twins, 3D Repo, in collaboration with 4D…
The dangers of working with lead and what employers can do about themHistorically, lead is a material that has been widely used in the construction industry. In decades gone by, lead-based paints were a common feature as were lead pipes and roof flashings. However, studies have since shown it to be a substance that can cause significant physical harm, which means steps have to be taken to either…
How temporary buildings can grow your business in the WFH eraWith the roadmap out of national lockdown now firmly in mind, many people who have worked from home during the pandemic will be looking forward to returning to work.
That may mean very different things for different companies, however. While some sectors have suffered badly during times of lockdown and socia…
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What is the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS)
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Why Asbestos Was Banned in UK ConstructionAsbestos was fully banned in the UK construction industry in 1999 and was the single greatest cause of work-related deaths in the UK. Any building built before 2000 could potentially contain it. Here is one of the main asbestos-related illnesses and who could be affected.
Mesothelioma
With the UK being one of the targeted regions for highest…
7 BENEFITS OF HOLLOWCORE FLOORINGDue to their unique combination of durability and reduced weight, hollowcore floors are proving an excellent option for residential builds, be they houses, apartments or even care homes. Here we look at seven benefits of hollowcore flooring, and how the method counteracts some of the most common flooring issues in both the short and long term.
1. Quick and Easy…
Construction Talent Retention Scheme remains free to useThe Construction Leadership Council (CLC) has confirmed its continued commitment to supporting the Construction Talent Retention Scheme (CTRS) for the industry and is working with CITB and others to support its ongoing development, including a new ‘Talentview’ early careers offering to support the attraction of new talent…
Mistakes to avoid when building a house for the first time
Building a house for the first time can be a gruelling yet rewarding process. Whether you intend to live in it, rent it out or sell it on, you have the satisfaction of creating something that may stand for centuries, caters precisely to your tastes, and will enrich the lives of whoever goes on to live there.
However, building a…
Building Better Futures
Housebuilders are you ready? The Housebuilder Challenge is BACK! The days are getting longer, the first signs of spring are showing, and the outdoors is calling. It’s time to turn off your screens, escape the four walls of home working or the dust of the building site and dig out your walking boots. On Friday 9th July, the Housebuilder Challenge w…
What are aerated blocks used for?Aerated blocks are a type of innovative concrete blocks that contain more than 80 percent air. They are also called autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC). Aerated concrete is a group of materials you would describe as lightweight concrete. Previously, lightweight concrete is an arbitrary term; however, aerated concrete blocks have numerous advantages, such as light,…