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15 March 2017

BSG March Training Newsletter

Download the latest issue Released March 2017 BSG Training News March 2017 This month’s issue includes: Guidance on Temporary Works Responsibilities Information about two new courses: CITB Temporary Works Supervisor training course and BSG Temporary Works Awareness training course ‘Last Resort’ Mesothelioma Fund Pays Out £84 Million to Sufferers Occupational Health training course coming soon BSG’s Pass

BSG March Training Newsletter

25 January 2017

BSG reports 42% increase in Hand Arm Vibration non-compliances

BSG has reported a 42% rise in the number of ‘Hand Arm Vibration’ non-compliances recorded through site inspections. The increase is based on over 20,000 independent inspections conducted during 2016, which compares the first six months with the second six months of the year. Exposing workers to the risks of ‘Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome’ or HAVS

20 January 2017

BSG Safety Alert: 12 fatalities in the last five years associated with roof work

BSG’s latest safety alert reports on 12 fatalities in the last five years associated with roof work. For more information, including advice on the key steps to correctly manage fragile roof material, members should login and view the safety alert which is available in BSG’s Secure Information Area. Click here to login: https://www.bsgltd.co.uk/secure/ Not yet

04 January 2017

Roofing bosses skip scaffold to speed up invoices

A roofing contractor and its two directors have been sentenced after admitting working unsafely at height on a hotel development in central Manchester during a major refurbishment job. In 2015, a member of public witnessed and photographed unsafe work at a construction site in Manchester and reported it to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).

22 December 2016

HSE prosecutes after public tip off for site safety failings

A construction company and its managing director have been prosecuted for operating an unsafe site during the conversion of a building in Bollington. Manchester and Salford Magistrates’ Court heard how the conditions on the site, where a former pub was being changed into two houses, were so poor it prompted a member of public to

28 November 2016

BSG Occupational Health Seminar – Dec 8th

BSG is holding an Occupational Health seminar which will take place on Dec 8th in Bristol. Focus will be directed towards how companies can reduce costs as well as improve the health and wellbeing of construction workers. Please click here to download more information about the seminar and how to register: BSG Occupational Health Seminar

30 October 2016

Latest HSE statistics: Work-related ill health rises sharply Construction Safety Group BSG comments

BSG (Building Safety Group), the UK’s largest construction safety group, issues comment on the on HSE construction industry annual statistics as ill health in construction rises sharply. The latest construction sector statistics have been published by the Health & Safety Executive (HSE). Despite a drop in fatalities, falls from height still remain the single biggest

11 July 2016

BSG reports 28% increase in Occupational Health Non-compliances

BSG (Building Safety Group) , the UK’s largest construction safety group, has reported a 28% increase in the number of Occupational Health non-compliances recorded through site inspections. BSG’s latest figure from its Non-Compliance Reporting Index (NCRI) is for the period 1st April to 30th June. The increase is based on over 10,000 independent inspections conducted

29 April 2016

BSG to run SSSTS course in Cardiff

The Building Safety Group will be running a Site Supervisers Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) on the 16th and 17th May in Cardiff. This two day course is a requirement for all supervisers who will be working on their sites as set out by the major contractors group. It also meets the standards set by the UK

20 April 2016

BSG Newsletter update

BSG launched its new secure information area which is exclusive for Members during March. Users now have access to this new facility and are able to view the latest health, safety and environmental information provided through: BSG’s monthly newsletter HSE Blitz notices New legislation updates BSG Safety Alerts Seminar/Webinar presentations (e.g. CDM 2015 & Occupational Health) Members

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“With health and safety at the forefront of all that we do our membership of The Building Safety Group (BSG) is invaluable to us. The service is first class and is delivered by consummate professionals who are totally in tune with our needs and requirements.”

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“BSG’s training was insightful, engaging and has provided me with invaluable knowledge for my job. Thank you BSG.”

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“City & Country is rapidly expanding as a business and we needed a health and safety partner that could provide us with national coverage. This is why we selected The Building Safety Group (BSG), who have a UK network of health and safety resources that can support our needs as we grow.

We also firmly believe that joining BSG will strengthen our reputation as a construction company by helping us to continue to deliver the highest standards in health and safety.”

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“BSG are clearly experts in health and safety training for the construction industry.”

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“We have a responsibility to deliver the highest standards in health and safety for our workforce. This is why we became members of The Building Safety Group (BSG), whose professional and expert advice help to ensure that we remain compliant with industry regulations. We would highly recommend The Building Safety Group.”

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“With health and safety at the forefront of all that we do our membership of The Building Safety Group (BSG) is invaluable to us. The service is first class and is delivered by consummate professionals who are totally in tune with our needs and requirements.”

Pearce Construction (Barnstaple) Ltd

“BSG’s training was insightful, engaging and has provided me with invaluable knowledge for my job. Thank you BSG.”

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