HSE inspectors recently had a field day on a construction site which was being run by Unicorn Services Limited (USL). What did they find and what actions were required to put things right?
Published 25.05.2012
You appointed a project manager to help you set up and manage a refurbishment project. He now has a site office and is telling the contractors what to do. Although he claims he’s not, surely he must
be the principal contractor?
Published 05.06.2017
Construction and renovation work is really one for the experts. In fact, a recent case has proved why those who don’t know what they’re doing should leave well alone. What happened?
Published 29.03.2010
The outcome of a recent case proves that those with management responsibilities need to take the role seriously. What happened and why did the manager in question receive a huge personal penalty?
Published 04.12.2013
If you’re planning alterations to your building you might be tempted to keep the costs down by engaging subcontractors directly. But be careful that you don’t unwittingly overstretch yourself as one
firm did. What happened?
Published 08.12.2015
A recent case has highlighted that although the risks of hitting an underground service during excavations are well documented, accidents are still happening. What lessons can be learnt this time?
Published 23.02.2009
A builder has been cleared of safety charges after a subcontractor was left paralysed when he fell on a construction site. How did he manage to clear his name?
Published 11.10.2017
A major construction company has been prosecuted after uncharacteristic failures caused an excavator to sever the fuel supply to a hospital in the middle of winter. What happened and how can you
avoid a similar incident?
Published 21.05.2015
You are having work done which will involve the road being dug up for fresh pipework to be laid. What are the potential problems and what precautions should you expect your contractors to take?
Published 10.05.2018
In a recent case, a residential landlord was prosecuted in connection with the death of a builder working on one of his properties. It’s a bit of a wake up call for those in a similar position, so
what should you be aware of?
Published 04.07.2012