Traffic and Transport Assessments – The key points to consider for developments Frequently, the impact of the development on the surrounding traffic network is often overlooked. This oversight is not out of negligence, but we can all take the road network we use every day for granted. It forms part of the fabric of life
Construction Site Fatalities Increased by 140% in 2019. Construction workplace deaths have more than doubled in the last year, from five to 12 in 2019. Provisional data released by the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) shows that the number of deaths have increased to its highest since 2015. Chief Executive officer of the HSA, Dr. Sharon
The Role of a Project Manager in Construction The life cycle of a construction project begins with the development of the strategy. The role of the Project Manager is to represent the client throughout all phases of the project. It carries through to vetting and selecting suitable design and sub-consultant partners which involves designing and
Designing for Safety: How Designers Influence Construction Risk As a designer you can directly influence safety. Some of the well-proven ways of reducing risk include: Choosing the position and design of structures to avoid or minimise risks from known site hazards, including: buried services, including gas pipelines, overhead and underground power lines. traffic movements to,
Bund Integrity Testing ORS have just completed the integrity testing of bunds and underground services at a large multi-national biotechnology facility in Blanchardstown. These works involved the testing of >80 bunds, 8km of underground pipework and firewater retention ponds. The works were carried out in accordance with the site works permit system and Standard Operating
The Impacts of Oil/Kerosene Loss at your Premises The Beast from the East may have retreated some time now but the consequences of its visit linger for many. From damage to property, loss of farm animals and impact to drinking water supplies the public, County Councils and insurance companies have a lot to deal with.
What is the role of the Project Supervisor Construction Stage (PSCS)? The role of the Project Supervisor Construction Stage (PSCS) was introduced with Safety, Health & Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2006. It is a key appointment in the construction process. The 2006 regulations also introduced the role of Project Supervisor Design Process (PSDP). While
Fire Risk Assessments: What’s Involved and Why They Matter Fire risk assessments are a critical element of effective fire safety management and legal compliance. At ORS, as Ireland’s largest fire safety consultancy, we carry out high-level fire risk assessments across a wide range of existing building types, including hospitals, warehouses, apartment blocks, commercial premises, and
Construction Safety Week – Working Safely with Hazardous Substances The standard reaction to hazardous substances on construction sites is often, “Do you have the Safety Data Sheet?” (This will be Material Safety Data Sheet for those of a certain vintage!). It is a mistake to think that once the SDS is on file, the hazard