Loud work, lasting damage: why hearing protection must improve

Dominique Stone is a senior audiologist at The Hearing Clinic UK Construction can create an incredibly noisy working environment. But despite improvements in regulation and awareness, noise-induced hearing loss remains one of the most common, yet preventable, occupational health conditions I encounter in clinical practice. … The post Loud work, lasting damage: why hearing protection must improve appeared first on Construction News.

The Hidden Cost of Termites: Why Early Pest Control Saves Thousands

The post The Hidden Cost of Termites: Why Early Pest Control Saves Thousands appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Termites are often called the “silent destroyers” of homes and businesses, and for good reason. Unlike visible pests such as ants or cockroaches, termites can live inside walls, floors, and wooden structures for years without obvious signs. By the time property owners notice the damage, repair costs can already be overwhelming. This is why investing […]

How Commercial Property Owners Use Pavement Data to Make Better Maintenance Decisions

The post How Commercial Property Owners Use Pavement Data to Make Better Maintenance Decisions appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Pavement Data Turns Maintenance Into a Smarter Business Decision Commercial asphalt maintenance becomes more predictable when property owners stop relying only on visible damage and begin using pavement data to guide decisions. Parking lots, access roads, loading zones, and drive lanes all show signs of wear over time, but the most important clues are not […]

Modular firm sued after crane fall causes ‘significant damage’

An equipment hire firm is suing a modular specialist after one of its cranes suffered “significant damage” after toppling over during a lifting operation. Slough-based crane hire firm Baldwins Crane Hire launched a £1.5m legal claim against Vision Modular Systems following the incident at the… The post Modular firm sued after crane fall causes ‘significant damage’ appeared first on Construction News.

Grenfell inquiry ‘slowed down’ criminal investigation but did not damage it, says Met’s case lead

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