An update from HSE on the latest information for employers and workers in the construction sector

Having trouble viewing this email? View the content as a web page. HSE eBulletin HSE Construction eBulletin: January 2021 An update on the latest information for employers and employees in the construction industry.   Visit the HSE website for all the latest updates. HSE spot checks and inspections continue during national lockdown With the increase in the number of coronavirus cases and the national lockdown restrictions now in place, all businesses that continue to operate, including those in construction, must ensure their workplace is COVID-secure. To protect workers, visitors and customers, employers must make sure that everyone is following the measures that have been put in place to manage the risks from coronavirus.   During lockdown, HSE will continue to carry out spot checks and inspections on businesses and will be increasing the number of calls and visits to check COVID-secure measures have been implemented in accordance with government guidance.   During the calls and visits, HSE provides advice and guidance to manage risk and protect workers and visitors, but where businesses are not managing this, we will take immediate action.   Visit our website for more details on spot checks and inspections, as well as guidance on being COVID-secure.   For construction sector specific guidance towards protecting your workforce during the pandemic, go to the recently updated Construction Leadership Council (CLC) Site Operating Procedures (SOP V7).   CLC's SOP are based on government guidance on Working safely during coronavirus (COVID-19) – Construction and other outdoor work; other restrictions and advice may apply in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Further coronavirus updates and advice HSE has published a range of coronavirus related guidance and information, which you may find useful.  It includes:  Vulnerable workers  Social distancing RIDDOR reporting of COVID-19 For all the latest information and advice visit our coronavirus microsite. The Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity - promoting wellbeing in the industry The Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity is the only charity that provides mental, physical and financial wellbeing support to the construction community and their families in the UK and Ireland. The charity provides a 24/7 Construction Industry Helpline, which is the first point of contact to access a range of free and confidential support services. This is complemented by a free App that provides information, advice and guidance on a variety of wellbeing issues.   The charity also offers a series of free online wellbeing training sessions with topics including coping with stress, work-life balance and financial management, along with other easy to access resources to support the construction community. To find out more visit the Lighthouse website.   Advice on stress and mental health conditions in the workplace is available on HSE's website. Other industry news and publications The Construction Leadership Council Has updated its Industry Card Schemes Recommendation requiring the use of cards carrying the CSCS logo to increase the uptake of smart technology.  BSI (British Standards Institution)  Has launched a consultation on BSI Flex 8670 (v2.0) Built environment – Overarching framework for building safety competence of individuals – Specification - deadline for comments is 2 Feb 2021. HSE's Science and Evidence Research Summaries  The latest edition has been published and describes the wide variety of research projects HSE is currently involved in with many directly related to the construction industry.   HSE training now available online In order to provide a safe learning environment some of our most popular courses are now available live online from anywhere in the world. Find out more and see the full schedule here.   Upcoming courses include: HSE Inspectors' Guide to Electrical Safety (15-16 Feb) Management of Hand Arm Vibration in the Workplace – An Introduction (1-2 March) NEBOSH HSE Introduction to Incident Investigation (17-18 March) Recent HSE enforcement activity Groundworks Groundworks company fined after employee suffers multiple leg fractures in workplace incident Further guidance and information: Planning for construction work   Work at height Companies fined for failing to comply with work at height regulations Company fined after putting workers at risk of a fall from height Further guidance and information: Assessing all work at height and Health and safety in roof work (HSG33)   Excavations Property developer sentenced following excavation collapse Further guidance and information: Structural stability during excavations   Moving materials Company director sentenced after worker sustains serious crush injuries Further guidance and information: Construction manual handling: Plasterboard installation Jobs at HSE Develop a career at HSE and help to protect lives. 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