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We’re pleased to announce that The Building Safety Group (BSG) has set up a partnership with a national Occupational Health provider, Medigold Health, who will be able to support BSG members throughout the UK. Medigold Health offers a comprehensive range of services, which include: Health surveillance and compliance Occupational Health Compliance Drug and alcohol testing

BSG Members: Please note we have made changes to our ‘Health and Safety Policy’ document which is available to download on the BSG Hub. The changes which have been made are listed in the ‘Changes to HS Policy – February 2025’ document. Changes relate to: Health Surveillance p. 49 Asbestos Containing Materials p.59 RIDDOR Reporting

IPAF’s ‘Crushing Can Kill’ campaign aims to raise awareness and reduce crushing incidents involving MEWPs. BSG looks at how the initiative is addressing safety issues and providing robust guidance for the international community. The safe management and operation of MEWPs is critical in helping to tackle the concerning number of crushing incidents that occur on

Failing to adhere to directors’ responsibilities can lead to severe consequences, not only for the individuals involved but also for the company, its employees, and the wider community. Directors of construction companies have significant legal and moral responsibilities regarding health and safety. In this article, BSG outlines the key aspects of these responsibilities, focusing on

The Building Safety Group (BSG) has reported a 35% increase in the number of noise infringements occurring on construction sites. BSG’s statistic came to light after comparing the number of noise breaches recorded in 2023 with those documented in 2024. BSG’s report is concerning when some 17,000 people in the UK suffer deafness, ringing in

With weather conditions expected to worsen with the approach of Storm Éowyn, we would like to remind our members about the potential impact on site operations. BSG recommends companies follow the guidance below. BSG Recommendations Scaffold Inspection It is the scaffold users/hirers responsibility to ensure that all scaffolding has been inspected as follows: Following installation/before first use