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The Building Safety Act 2022 represents a watershed moment for the UK construction industry, born from the tragic lessons of Grenfell Tower. Its introduction has rightfully commanded significant attention and resources across the sector. However, as construction companies navigate this new regulatory landscape, a critical perspective must be maintained: the BSA complements rather than supersedes

Recent changes in CITB funding for certain health and safety courses should not diminish companies’ legal obligations to provide mandatory training. In this article, The Building Safety Group (BSG) examines why construction companies must maintain their commitment to health and safety training, regardless of funding availability — and explores practical strategies for managing these essential

In the United Kingdom, the SSSTS (Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme) is not strictly a legal requirement for all site supervisor roles. However, it is strongly expected by major contractors and has become the industry standard for supervisory positions on construction sites. If you plan to supervise even a small team, most reputable employers will

The reverse burden of proof finds its statutory foundation in Section 40 of the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974. This provision establishes that once a breach is alleged, the defendant must prove they did what was “reasonably practicable” to prevent it. The standard differs fundamentally from conventional criminal law, where prosecutors must

Silica dust represents one of the most significant yet frequently underestimated occupational health hazards facing the UK construction industry today. According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), over 500 construction workers are believed to die annually from exposure to respirable crystalline silica (RCS), with thousands more suffering debilitating lung conditions. Under the Control of

BSG is pleased to announce a significant expansion of its e-learning portfolio with the introduction of two new mental health training courses, reinforcing the company’s commitment to comprehensive safety and wellbeing provision within the construction industry. Priced at just £25 per person, these accessible courses address the growing recognition that workplace safety extends beyond physical