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NVQ Level 2 in Construction: A Practical Guide for Employers
18/12/25
Claim a £600 CITB grant for NVQ Level 2 in Construction. An employer guide covering construction NVQs, card requirements and...
CITB Funding Changes from January 2026: What Construction Employers Need to Know
17/12/25
CITB funding changes are coming into effect from January 2026. This guide explains what’s changing, how short course funding will...
Temporary Works Coordinator Course: What Employers Expect from the Role
16/12/25
The role of the Temporary Works Coordinator is becoming increasingly defined across the UK construction industry. As projects grow in...
A Christmas Checklist for Workplaces: Safety, Wellbeing and Closing Down Safely
15/12/25
As workplaces prepare to close for Christmas or operate with reduced staffing, end-of-year shutdowns bring a different set of risks....
Winter Toolbox Talks: Protecting Your Workforce When the Temperature Drops
01/12/25
A practical guide to winter safety on construction sites, including a Winter Toolbox Talk to help protect your workforce in...
Beyond Hard Hats: 5 Emerging Construction Safety Trends in 2025
20/11/25
Construction safety is evolving fast. This blog explores five emerging trends from VR training to AI monitoring and smarter PPE,...
Free Wellbeing Courses for the Construction Industry: Helping Our Workforce Thrive
13/11/25
The construction industry faces unique mental and physical pressures. This blog explores a full range of free wellbeing courses and...
Construction Site First Aid Training: When Seconds Count, Confidence Saves Lives
05/11/25
Accidents on construction sites can happen in seconds, and knowing what to do before emergency services arrive can save a...
Stay Qualified: Why Refreshers for SMSTS, First Aid & More Are Non-Negotiable
27/10/25
Many construction qualifications, from SMSTS and SSSTS to First Aid and EUSR Water Hygiene, have expiry dates — yet too...
A New Era in PPE: BSI’s Inclusive Standard to Close Safety Gaps
20/10/25
The British Standards Institution (BSI) has released BS 30417:2025, a new standard providing guidance on inclusive Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)....
How to Pass the SMSTS Course First Time: 7 Pro Tips for...
13/10/25
If you’re stepping up into a site management role, the CITB Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) is one of...
Safety Training ROI: How Investing in Courses Saves Construction Companies Money (and...
06/10/25
HSE’s latest report shows 33.7 million working days were lost in 2023/24 because of work-related injury and ill health, with...
Temporary Works Gone Wrong: 5 Lessons to Prevent the Next Collapse
29/09/25
When a temporary works collapse happens, the results can be catastrophic: serious injuries, project delays, financial penalties, and lasting reputational...
Building a Career in Temporary Works: Where Training Meets Real Responsibility
22/09/25
If you're considering a role in Temporary Works, whether as a Supervisor, Co-ordinator, or Designated Individual, this post is for...
Builders Face New Safety Levy From 2026, But Skills Could Save Them...
15/09/25
The UK construction industry is bracing for the introduction of the Building Safety Levy in October 2026, a government measure...
Free Temporary Works Resources Every Construction Professional Should Know About
08/09/25
From scaffolding and shoring to formwork and falsework, these temporary structures are business-critical. When they go wrong, the consequences can...
NPORS CSCS vs CPCS – Which Card Is Best in 2025?
01/09/25
The two main schemes for plant operator accreditation are CPCS and NPORS. Both are widely accepted across the industry, but...
CITB Grant Changes – What You Need to Know Before 2026
25/08/25
If you're planning to claim CITB funding, now’s the time to act. Several key changes are coming into effect over...
BS 9792:2025 – Raising the Bar for Fire Risk Assessments in Housing
18/08/25
With thousands of residential fires in the UK each year, clear and consistent fire risk assessments are a cornerstone of...
14 Workplace Deaths Highlight Urgent Need for Better Transport Safety
07/08/25
Being struck by a vehicle remains one of the most serious, and avoidable, risks facing workers in the UK. The...
Preparing for Your First Day on a Construction Site: Training Essentials
04/08/25
Before you even step foot on-site, there are key training courses and essential preparations every newcomer should be aware of....
Why the Time Is Right to Book a Scaffold Inspection or Scaffolding...
28/07/25
Scaffolding remains a vital part of UK construction, and even minor oversights can lead to serious consequences. With updated guidance...
Mental Health in Construction: Why Awareness, Training and Early Support Matter
23/07/25
Every working day, two construction workers die by suicide in the UK. This heartbreaking statistic reflects a culture that often...
NVQs Explained: What They Are (And What They’re Not)
21/07/25
More and more people enquiring about NVQs with completely the wrong idea about what they are. This confusion often means...