Xwatch strengthens training team with two promotions
XWATCH Safety Solutions has promoted two of its installation engineers as the business strengthens its training capability.
Adam Guilfoyle has been appointed senior product support...
GAP Group reports ‘significant’ demand for Dual View dumpers
GAP Group has described its investment in 6t and 9t swivel Dual View dumpers as 'rapidly increasing' to help satisfy high utilisation levels from...
Komatsu and Safety Shield Global team up on human detection system technology
KOMATSU has confirmed the launch of a factory-fit human detection system as an option on selected UK-built crawler excavators.
The manufacturer said the system has...
Engcon launches campaign to drive up sector safety standards
TILTROTATOR specialist Engcon has launched a new safety campaign aimed at helping to prevent workplace accidents via the use of smart technology.
'Dig Smart. Dig...
A-Plant compliance officer shortlisted for international prize
A-PLANT compliance officer Jane Downey is in the frame for a major international award.
Jane is one of 15 women from around the world shortlisted...
Plant body calls for action to tackle ‘widespread problem’ of drug and alcohol misuse
TRADE body the Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA) has called for tougher action within the industry to tackle drug and alcohol misuse amongst plant...
New guidance issued as construction sector warned that Covid remains a ‘very real threat’
SCOTLAND'S Construction Industry Coronavirus (CICV) Forum has urged the industry to focus on health and safety as Covid restrictions continue to ease around the...
Finning donates defibrillators to worthy causes
FINNING has donated 23 defibrillators to charities and organisations chosen by its staff as it renewed its current provision.
With a lifespan of two to...
Powered access provider reinforces life-saving commitment during Heart Month 2026
POWERED access specialist Nationwide Platforms is marking Heart Month 2026 by reaffirming its commitment to protecting lives at work by ensuring defibrillators are available across...
A-Plant looks to drive up standards after retaining FORS Gold status
A-PLANT has revealed it has retained its Gold Status with Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS).
The hire specialist said this is under the new Standard...
Aberdeen firm fined £535,000 after worker injured following crane collapse
THE Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has revealed that Repsol Sinopec Resources UK Limited has been fined £535,000 after a worker sustained 'life-changing injuries' following...
Can portable cabins support safer working in the Covid-19 era?
By Benjamin Rothwell, business development manager at Bunkabin
THE Covid-19 pandemic has created major challenges for the entire construction sector. Not only have supply chains...
New device vows to contain spills
ENVIRONMENTAL protection specialist Darcy Spillcare Manufacture has announced the launch of a new and improved Environmental Management System to contain spills and firewater on...
New health and safety guidance issued for Scottish construction sector
THE Construction Industry Coronavirus (CICV) Forum has issued expanded health and safety guidance as the sector begins its road back to work following the lockdown...
Record low deaths in British construction industry
LATEST Health and Safety Executive (HSE) annual figures on work-related fatal injuries have revealed 30 deaths in the British construction industry this year.
The figure...
Trimble SX10 added to GAP’s portfolio
GAP Survey & Safety Hire has announced the addition of the Trimble SX10 to its product fleet.
Travis Perkins launches new plant safety handover videos
TRAVIS Perkins Hire has announced it is preparing to refresh its plant safety handover videos.
The move is being done to support the introduction of...
Human factors hold the key to site safety
UNDERSTANDING interactions surrounding site banter could help measure human performance and contribute to a reduction in construction accidents, an expert in human factors and...
New study to explore worker fatigue within construction sector
THE Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS) has launched a new survey to explore the issue of worker fatigue within the industry.
CCS said worker fatigue is...
Speedy Hire launches mobile defibrillator network
SPEEDY Hire has launched a new initiative which will see potentially life-saving defibrillators (AEDs) installed in the firm's engineer vans across the country.
Starting...
New guidance released on Human Form Recognition Systems in construction
THE Construction Industry Plant Safety Group has launched a new publication in response to increased use of human form recognition systems (HFRS) in the...
New guidance aims to keep crane safety on track
NEW safety guidance has been produced concerning the operating of cranes beside railways.
The Construction Plant-hire Association’s (CPA) Crane Interest Group has launched the 29-page...
No letting the guard down
A demolition specialist has purchased five JCB skid steer loaders due to their "unique" health and safety features.
Coleman & Company Ltd initially ordered a...
CITB confirms changes to managers and professionals test
THE CITB has announced a series of changes are being made to its Health, Safety & Environment (HS&E) test for Managers and Professionals (MAP).
The...
Road workers trial new wearable tech
AMEY highway engineers have been testing out new wearable technology, which has been designed to reduce risks to drivers and lone workers by detecting...
Construction workers praised following record number of ‘safe digging’ searches
‘RECORD’ numbers of people in the UK are searching for pipes and cables before they put a digger bucket or spade in the ground,...
Lifting specialist sets sights on social distancing solutions
LIFTING specialist GGR Group is helping the construction industry comply with social distancing measures.
The company has been helping sites that have remained open or...
Mecalac dumper named ‘Best of the Best’ at prestigious awards
MECALAC is celebrating after winning the prestigious Red Dot Design Awards ‘Best of the Best’ category for its new REVOTRUCK dumper.
Judges praised the concept...
Family business puts safety first with Xwatch investment
RIDGWAY Rentals has invested in Xwatch Safety Solutions to boost the safety and flexibility of its national hire fleet.
The family-run business has fitted two...
Speedy unveils new lifting and handling safety solution
SPEEDY has announced the launch of a new sack truck for its delivery fleet and service centres to reduce the risk of manual handling...
