CDM 2015 – General Notes & Duties
Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 gives principal contractors, contractors and those who control the way in which construction work is carried out various specific duties including: Safe place of work Safe access and egress to places of work Safe places of work with adequate space for workers That people are prevented from gaining access…
Estimating service ideal solution for self builders wanting accurate view on cost
Self- builders wanting to get an accurate view on how much their dream home will cost can take advantage of a new time-saving service. The HBXL Estimating Service is the latest innovation from the leading building software developer that will provide self-builders not only with a totally accurate idea on how much a project…
What’s the worst that could happen….?
Some scary stats to absorb right here! To help you keep your staff and public safe, to ensure that you stay within the law and avoid fines and fees, use Health & Safety Xpert. WE keep the software up-to-date, meeting all the latest regulations including CDM 2015 – so that YOU can simply concentrate on…
Rise in material costs impacts builder’s profits
With the economy continuing to improve, builders are being advised to keep a keen eye on their margins or risk making a loss. It follows a marked increase in the cost of materials as demand outstrips supply across the build sector, with building contractors in particular seeing cost inflation eroding profits. Latest figures show that…
Working smart helps builders bag the big five
Building firms are being advised to swot up to ensure they know what their minimum obligations are when it comes to site health and safety. That’s because no matter what size of company, the law states that all building firms have to incorporate five key practices into their day-to-day running. This includes enforcing the company…
Rise of the building entrepreneur
The country’s leading software developer for small to medium building firms is reporting a significant upturn in the number of new entrepreneurs entering the construction sector as a direct result of the recession. As the downturn took hold and the build sector bore the brunt of the faltering economy, many involved in construction and building…
