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The rate of construction workers suffering from work-related lung and musculoskeletal disorders is significantly higher than among workers from other industries, the latest Health and Safety Executive (HSE) data shows. They also indicate that the rates of fatal (1.96%) and non-fatal injuries (2.4%) in the sector are significantly higher than across all other sectors, where the

Britain’s workplace safety regulator has published a guide of do’s and don’ts for people installing stone worktops. The Health and Safety Executive’s (HSE) guidance is designed to highlight the need for suitable procedures and controls being in place to help protect against exposure to stone dust and prevent workers breathing in respirable crystalline silica (RCS).

A major lender has told Inside Housing that it is not going to offer mortgages on homes signed off as safe by Adam Kiziak “without further information”. As a result, leaseholders fear they will have to spend thousands of pounds on replacement fire assessments to sell their homes. Suspended Mr Kiziak, whose firm Tri Fire

We are pleased to announce that Emma Evans, Partner at Bexley Beaumont, will be speaking about the Building Safety Act (BSA) and its impact on the construction sector at this year’s BSG Awards ceremony. During her keynote presentation, Emma will address what progress has been made since the BSA was implemented over three years ago. She will also consider the

We’re pleased to announce that The Building Safety Group (BSG) has set up a partnership with a national Occupational Health provider, Medigold Health, who will be able to support BSG members throughout the UK. Medigold Health offers a comprehensive range of services, which include: Health surveillance and compliance Occupational Health Compliance Drug and alcohol testing

BSG Members: Please note we have made changes to our ‘Health and Safety Policy’ document which is available to download on the BSG Hub. The changes which have been made are listed in the ‘Changes to HS Policy – February 2025’ document. Changes relate to: Health Surveillance p. 49 Asbestos Containing Materials p.59 RIDDOR Reporting

IPAF’s ‘Crushing Can Kill’ campaign aims to raise awareness and reduce crushing incidents involving MEWPs. BSG looks at how the initiative is addressing safety issues and providing robust guidance for the international community. The safe management and operation of MEWPs is critical in helping to tackle the concerning number of crushing incidents that occur on

Failing to adhere to directors’ responsibilities can lead to severe consequences, not only for the individuals involved but also for the company, its employees, and the wider community. Directors of construction companies have significant legal and moral responsibilities regarding health and safety. In this article, BSG outlines the key aspects of these responsibilities, focusing on

The Building Safety Group (BSG) has reported a 35% increase in the number of noise infringements occurring on construction sites. BSG’s statistic came to light after comparing the number of noise breaches recorded in 2023 with those documented in 2024. BSG’s report is concerning when some 17,000 people in the UK suffer deafness, ringing in