People #PPEthatfits: new BSI report backs the need for inclusive PPE BSI has published a whitepaper outlining why inclusive PPE is a basic requirement towards safe and compliant workplaces, and what milestones have been achieved to date in this area.
Powered Access Powered access fatalities drop by 26%, IPAF data shows The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) has published its annual global safety report.
News Joinery firm fined £10,000 after surprise inspection A joinery firm in Middlesbrough has been fined £10,000 after an unannounced visit by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) two years ago found multiple health and safety breaches.
People #PPEthatfits: AtkinsRéalis introduces inclusive hard hat AtkinsRéalis has introduced inclusive head protection for its workforce, allowing wearers to make adjustments to accommodate different hair types and some religious headwear.
Powered Access Share your story to ‘turn pain into purpose’ Horizon Platforms’ Ben Hirst tells IPAF’s Powered Access why storytelling is a powerful tool that can have a transformative impact on safety across the industry.
Digital Construction Digital Construction Awards 2025 finalists: Digital Innovation in Health, Safety and Wellbeing This category recognises the use of digitalisation, digital methodologies and technologies to enhance health, safety and wellbeing among workers on construction projects.
Technical How to manage skin cancer risks on construction sites Desiree Blamey looks at how construction project managers can take more proactive steps to reduce the risk of skin cancer among outdoor workers.
People Construction employers reminded to prioritise sun safety The Federation of Master Builders is encouraging construction workers to prepare for warmer weather as temperatures are set to reach nearly 30°C in parts of the UK.
People Inclusive PPE store welcomes Sizewell workers Construction workers in Sizewell and the surrounding area can access a range of inclusive PPE following the launch of a new showroom
Technical Managing safety risks during excavation work Ahead of World Day for Safety and Health at Work, Chris Gearren of Groundforce Training Services looks at how to reduce worker risk during excavation work.
News Safety watchdog warns over uncertified emergency exit doors The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has warned that external panic or emergency exit door sets are being supplied to the construction market without the necessary third-party certification.
People Are skills gaps exacerbating health and safety risks? A shortage of construction skills as well as a lack of health and safety professionals could be a lethal combination for the industry
Technical How to embed a culture of continuous improvement in health and safety The Considerate Constructors Scheme’s Alex Minett looks at how construction project managers can implement continuous improvement in health and safety on site.
News Warning issued over use of AI to comply with lifting regs Construction companies have been warned about using guidance generated by artificial intelligence (AI) to comply with lifting and work equipment regulations.
News Chartered company achieves health and safety milestone in major project Farrans Sacyr, a partnership of CIOB chartered company Farrans, has reached 1m hours without a health and safety incident on the main works of the Belfast Grand Central Station project.
Powered Access Combatting common MEWPs and MCWPs accidents Mark Keily, chair of IPAF’s International Safety Committee, explores the latest safety trends and explains why accident reporting has never been more important.
People Job spotlight: SHEQ manager, Chestnut Homes Having served as an air traffic controller in the RAF for 12 years, Sam Stevens is no stranger to breaking down barriers in a male-dominated industry
Technical How to step up construction welfare standards Alex Minett from the Considerate Constructors Scheme explains how to ensure welfare facilities are suitable, hygienic, and well-maintained.
The July/August 2026 issue of Construction Management magazine is now available to read in digital format.
Construction clients are not happy about contractor workmanship. Find out more in the 2026 Construction Management and CIOB client survey.