Construction is often regarded as a high hazard industry, with inherent risks and a poorer safety record than other sectors. There can be a long list of construction site hazards, depending on the project type, project stage, construction techniques and safety management system. However, with good design, planning, management and hazard awareness, construction can improve
Employers have long adopted hybrid working. It goes beyond remote working, which was implemented without warning or preparation for many businesses in 2020. In simple terms, it involves an arrangement for people, teams or organisations to work at multiple locations – in the office or remotely. In a post Covid-19 world, a multiple location work
Active travel is travelling with a purpose – walking as part of a commute to work, cycling to the shop or scooting to school are all considered active travel, whereas walking or cycling for purely leisure purposes are not. Active travel will play an important role in diversifying the transport modal share in Ireland. This
Value Management may be typically described as an analytical process for developing innovative, holistic approaches to complex projects in a structured way. The design process of a project can be highly complex, technical and can deviate from the direction of the project from the original concept and aspirations of the project sponsor. In construction projects,
Brexit versus BC(A)R, it’s the face-off nobody asked for! Following the end of the Brexit transition period on the 31st December 2020, the construction industry in Ireland and the rest of the EU has been left to deal with the impact of the UK’s withdrawal from the European Union. Since UK MPs voted in favour
Irish water is Ireland’s national water utility provider and is responsible for management of water and wastewater services, infrastructure, and additions or upgrades to the network throughout the Republic of Ireland. As part of any proposed new construction development, it is vital to engage with Irish Water as early as possible. A pre-connection application is
Fire stopping is a critical component of fire safety in any building. It is the process of sealing gaps and penetrations in fire-rated walls, floors and ceilings to prevent the spread of fire and smoke. If fire stops are not installed correctly, both fire and smoke can rapidly dominate a building, structurally damaging it and
What is a Safety Management System and how can it benefit you? The adaption of a Safety Management System (SMS) enables a company to provide a safe and healthy workplace, prevent work related injury and ill health, and continually improve its performance in relation to Occupational Health and Safety Management (OHSM). Adapting an SMS, whether
What is BCMS? BCMS (Building Control Management System) BCMS is an online platform where documents can be submitted to local authority as recommended by the Building Control (Amendment) Regulations SI 9 of 2014. With more and more local authorities now only accepting applications through the BCMS system, it is important for all parties involved in