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Fire safety experts wanted for new £140m framework

Construction Enquirer

Specialists are being urged to join a new framework to supply fire safety measures for the public sector. LHC Procurement Group’s Fire Safety (FS2) Framework is now open for prospective suppliers across the country to apply until mid-August.

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Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal Sets New Health and Safety Standards for U.S. Homes

Pro Builder

Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal Sets New Health and Safety Standards for U.S. A recently signed infrastructure law seeks to ensure the health and safety of millions of Americans. Wed, 11/24/2021 - 13:17.

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11 Safety Tips When Handling And Storing Construction Materials

Construction Marketing

Here are some safety tips to consider in handling and storing construction materials: 1. Therefore, you should have the appropriate storage tanks to ensure safety. Clear and visible signs are required to guarantee everyone’s safety on the construction site. Select A Storage Area Carefully. Utilize Highly Visible Signage.

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Cold Weather Safety Tips for Construction

Viewpoint Construction Technology

When one side of the world is focusing on heat safety, the other is ramping up for cold weather worker exposure. Much like when we talked about the importance of heat safety on the job , employers are responsible and required to protect workers from safety hazards, including cold temperatures and extreme weather.

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Firms readied for £750m Parliament repairs deal

Construction Enquirer

The £750m framework is being set up as a successor to the existing MEPFS (Mechanical, Electrical, Public health, and Fabric Safety) framework. This works programme is designed to prevent future deterioration of the mechanical, electrical, public health, fire and life safety systems, building fabric, roofing and stonework.

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2020 Top Owners Sourcebook: Dealing With Safety, Efficiency

ENR Construction

The COVID-19 pandemic has put new twists on owners’ concerns about workplace safety, productivity and efficiency.

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Are Your Safety Policies Asking for Trouble?

FDR Safety

FDRsafety supports and promotes employers developing strong safety policies, training their employees and enforcing those policies. Policy and training needs to also deal with the 5% where serious injury could occur because safeguarding and procedures did not address the variable. The post Are Your Safety Policies Asking for Trouble?

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