Health & Safety
UK construction loses millions of working days to preventable injuries, new analysis reveals
26 Jun 26
Chronic health issues, not accidents, are driving a £1.4 billion productivity crisis across the sector.
HSE says no dry cutting of engineered stone ahead of inspection crackdown
22 May 26
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has announced a major package of measures to protect workers from the dangers of engineered stone dust.
Majority of UK safety professionals warn of AI over-reliance risk as adoption accelerates
30 Apr 26
Astutis has revealed its Learner Report 2026, which reveals UK workplaces are now entering a critical transition period as AI begins to shape health and safety.
Versatility is a key benefit of new, reconfigurable ballasted guardrail system
28 Apr 26
Temporary guardrails are typically used by contractors to prevent falls whilst working on rooftops or other elevated structures.
Why Quality Work Boots are a Key Investment in UK Construction Sites
9 Apr 26
Employers are required under the Personal Protective Equipment at Work regulations to provide workers with suitable, high-quality working boots.
Construction industry remains the UK’s deadliest with no noticeable HSE improvements over a decade, research finds
1 Apr 26
The research revealed that while construction is the industry that ranks most dangerous.
Government finalises RAAC removal programme
18 Nov 25
Definitive timeline for the complete removal of Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) from all affected schools and colleges in England.
Construction mental health consultation
29 Oct 25
The Construction Leadership Council (CLC) has launched a mental health in construction consultation.
“Serious gaps” found in protecting workers from excessive noise
3 Oct 25
Three-quarters of noisy workplaces lacked essential knowledge on maintaining hearing protection equipment, inspections have found.
RAAC removal progress
26 Sep 25
The government has announced significant progress in its RAAC programme.
