One in five contractors say site safety practices do not match written policies

One in five construction contractors say written health and safety policies often differ from what happens on site, a now survey has found. The post One in five contractors say site safety practices do not match written policies appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

AI: the technology that just won’t wait

In the AEC sector AI is running up against a brick wall in the form of outdated practices and legacy technology The post AI: the technology that just won’t wait appeared first on AEC Magazine.

Dawn of the Judgement Stack

Why the future of AI in AEC could belong less to software vendors and more to practices and the knowledge they’ve built The post Dawn of the Judgement Stack appeared first on AEC Magazine.

Best Practices for Integrating Asbestos Surveys into Pre-Construction Planning

The post Best Practices for Integrating Asbestos Surveys into Pre-Construction Planning appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Asbestos remains a critical consideration on many UK construction projects, particularly for buildings constructed or refurbished before asbestos prohibitions took full effect. Incorporating asbestos survey information at the earliest pre-construction stage helps you manage risks, ensure legal compliance, and prevent disruptions later in the programme. For refurbishment or demolition projects, early identification of asbestos is […]

Why Contractor Accreditation Matters on UK Building Projects

The post Why Contractor Accreditation Matters on UK Building Projects appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Contractor accreditation matters because it gives clients independent evidence that a builder meets recognised standards for health and safety, insurance, competence and business practices. Schemes such as CHAS, SafeContractor and Checkatrade assess contractors before approval, helping homeowners, developers and commercial clients reduce risk when choosing who to hire. Accreditation doesn’t guarantee a flawless project, but […]

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