Suspended sentence

Article Abstract:

Many sub-contractors feel that suspension of work is the best solution to receive payments due, under a contract. However The Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996 provides guidelines which emphasis the fact that suspension should be used only after careful consideration or else it would lead to an unwelcome situation to the sub-contractor himself.

Management dynamics, Other Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities, State Safety NEC, Management, Interpretation and construction, Construction law, Company business management, Subcontractors

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High hopes

Article Abstract:

The Work at Height Regulations act will be implemented from 2004, which will change the working at heights scenario in many situations. The use of ladders and steps may not end immediately but contractors may have to consider safer alternatives.

General services, Usage, Safety and security measures, Risk factors, Ladders, Workers

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Zap happy

Article Abstract:

Information regarding the recent workplace safety conference and the Zero accident potential initiative is given. In 2001, 106 workers lost their lives, the worst figure since the early nineties.

Construction, Occupational health and safety, Occupational safety and health

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