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In the NSW construction industry, falls from heights are the leading cause of injuries and deaths. Workers don’t even have to be particularly high up for falls to occur. Falls can occur from steps, stairs and curbs and into holes, ditches or voids. As a person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU), you have a […]

In a city like Sydney, there’s always something happening, whether it’s a major event or a new residential development. Construction projects, sporting events, concerts, developments and maintenance work contribute to the city’s economy, infrastructure and culture. As Australia’s largest economy and a recognised global city, Sydney has the country’s highest population and major events and […]

Construction sites are full of valuable items, which unfortunately attract a lot of opportunistic thieves. Millions of dollars worth of tools, materials and equipment are stolen from Australian construction sites every year, increasing the costs and delays of the building process. If you operate or work on a construction site, theft prevention should be among […]

Construction workplace injuries can happen in a matter of seconds, but the consequences can last a lifetime. According to Safe Work Australia, the direct and indirect costs associated with workplace illness and injury stand at around 60 billion dollars a year. However, on top of the financial burden, there are also significant physical and mental […]

You don’t need to work in the construction industry to know how much construction projects affect traffic flow. Almost all of us have been caught in a patch of construction or roadworks-related congestion at some point. If you’re a construction professional, the impact of the industry on surrounding traffic becomes an even more significant issue […]

On construction sites, reliable and on-time material delivery is an important element of success. Without the timely arrival of essential supplies like concrete, steel, stone and brick, nothing can be built. Delays, over-ordering and lack of storage space cause hold-ups and complications on a construction site, making it a necessity to consider construction delivery methods […]

Organising an event, no matter how large or small, is challenging and frequently stressful but ultimately rewarding. In addition to all of the other relevant safety and security measures for your event, you need to consider its impact on the surrounding vehicles, pedestrians, and public transportation in the area. Events in Sydney are big business […]

Every project is different, including construction projects. While they all require their own measures and solutions, they also have some things in common. A person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU) has a responsibility to ensure a safe workplace, regardless of the industry. On a construction site, this applies to not only dangers like falls […]

Confined spaces are a common fixture of many work environments, but they’re also dangerous, especially when you add gas to the equation. It’s always important to monitor a workplace for harmful gases, but the already dangerous conditions of a confined space add another level of urgency to the matter. Gas monitoring mistakes can be fatal, […]

Safety is important in every industry, but it’s a life-or-death matter in the field of construction. Many people are injured or killed on construction sites every year in Australia, with falls from heights among the leading causes. A Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is required for all high-risk construction work, which includes work that involves […]