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15th October, 2025 - Construction
Top 5 Construction Safety Hazards (And How You Can Control The Risks)
If you work in construction, these are the safety hazards most likely to harm you. Updated with the latest accident statistics from the HSE, we look at which safety hazards are most likely to kill or injure you in construction and how you can control the risks on site.
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9th October, 2025 - Fire
What Type Of Fire Extinguisher Should You Use On Construction Sites?
On a construction site, like any other workplace, you should always have suitable fire extinguishers readily available and a fire and emergency plan in place. But what type of fire extinguisher should you use on a construction site? Water, foam, powder, carbon dioxide, or wet chemical?
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7th October, 2025 - Fire
13 Fire Prevention Tips For Construction Sites
Construction sites are at a high risk of fire, so fire prevention must be a top priority when planning and managing construction work. There are a few reasons why a fire could start on your site, but there are ways to make it less likely. Here are 13 tips for fire prevention on construction sites.
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1st October, 2025 - Toolbox Talks
The Problem With Toolbox Talks (And How To Fix It)
There's a problem with toolbox talks - you don't do them often enough (if at all)! If this sounds like your workplace - don't worry - you're not alone. On many of the sites we have visited, it is reported that very few toolbox talks are carried out. Here's how to fix that.
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25th September, 2025 - Paperwork
What Is A Method Statement And Why Are They Used In Construction?
You will find method statements on nearly every construction project. They are often used with risk assessments for the tasks and activities carried out during the project. But what is a method statement document, and why are they used in construction?
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23rd September, 2025 - Paperwork
The Purpose Of Writing Method Statements And Risk Assessments
Why do businesses create method statements and risk assessments? It might seem like you are just going through the motions to satisfy legal and client demands, but are there any other benefits? If you're wondering if these documents are just another box to tick, keep reading...
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17th September, 2025 - Construction
Contractor Vetting And Selecting The Best Contractor For Your Business
Contractor vetting is the process of performing a background check on the business or tradesman you plan to use. And if you want to select a suitable contractor to work for your business, you need to know they can uphold your standards and work safely with your team.
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11th September, 2025 - Vibration
The HAVS Symptoms You Need To Spot Before It's Too Late
If you work with vibrating tools or equipment, you must act fast to spot and prevent the early symptoms of HAVS. Because once symptoms start to develop, they are permanent. Hand-arm vibration syndrome cannot be reversed or cured. Here are the early warning signs you need to look out for...
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9th September, 2025 - Vibration
Understanding HAVS Trigger Times
HAVS trigger times are the length of time your hands and arms are exposed to vibration levels. Trigger times can often be overestimated because they are not always fully understood. In this post, we look at HAVS trigger times and how to measure them when assessing vibration exposure.
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3rd September, 2025 - Guides
How To Complete A Toolbox Talk On HASpod
Completing health and safety talks is easy with HASpod. In this guide, we will show you how to complete a toolbox talk on HASpod, including how to take the talk, pass the quiz and get your report card.
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1st September, 2025 - News
Talks Update And Toolbox Talk Videos - Sept 2025
This month, we've launched a new talks plan. With this update, we've added health and safety videos, so you can now watch a talk! The latest version of our talks plan is available on your account now.
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28th August, 2025 - Management
How To Plan For Better Health And Safety At Work
If you want better health and safety, you need to plan for it. And who doesn't want to stay safer and have fewer accidents and ill health in their workplace? In this blog post, we look at how to plan for better health and safety at work.
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