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Sydney is a city that’s renowned for its quality of life, world-famous icons, spectacular beaches and exciting events. But the downside of living in such a bustling place is dealing with heavy and often unpredictable traffic. Congestion is common, especially in the Central Business District, and roadworks and traffic control worsen the delays during large […]

Worksites across all industries operate under deadlines, and downtime is one of the greatest threats you can face to meeting them. Whether it’s caused by equipment failure, shortages of material or poor planning, unexpected downtime can lead to revenue loss, spoiled stock, production delays and unhappy customers. According to research, the total cost of downtime […]

Confined spaces are everywhere in industry, from mines and construction sites to processing plants and farms. Every year, thousands of employees enter confined spaces as part of their normal working operations. While most of them complete their work safely, injuries and fatalities are a major concern, especially in high-risk industries like construction. A confined space […]

It’s easy to ignore the health of your underground pipes when everything is running smoothly. Sometimes it takes a blockage, a burst pipe, flooding or another expensive situation to make you pay attention. Regular underground pipe inspections help keep your pipes in good working order and reduce the likelihood of costly repairs. Pipelines are a […]

Natural disasters can strike anywhere, and industrial sites are no exception. These sites produce, store and distribute goods. And when extreme weather events affect them, it can result in power failures and equipment damage that impact the whole supply chain. As natural disasters increase around the world, industries such as manufacturing and agriculture are feeling […]

Site security is an important part of the construction industry. In Australia, the Work Health and Safety (General) Regulations 2022 state that the person who manages or controls a workplace where construction work is carried out has a legal obligation to secure it from unauthorised access as far as practically possible. Site security stops individuals […]

In Sydney, you need a traffic management plan (TMP) when you’re carrying out any work that impacts public roads or footpaths. This can include roadworks, special events, operating heavy machinery or even simple tasks like loading and unloading. While TMPs need to consider motor vehicles and bicycles, it’s important not to forget the impact on […]

In modern construction and infrastructure maintenance, non-destructive digging (NDD) plays a crucial role. NDD is a precise approach to excavation that allows you to access underground utilities without exposing the surrounding area. Also known as hydro or vacuum truck excavation, non-destructive digging allows you to access underground water or sewer pipes, gas lines or telecommunications […]

Construction is one of Australia’s most dangerous industries. Despite employing almost 10% of the country’s population, it consistently has higher rates of workplace injuries than the national average. According to Safe Work Australia, 45 construction workers died on the job in 2023, an increase from the five-year average of 33. Falls from heights are the […]

Traffic management is essential for safely keeping traffic moving during construction projects and special events. Directing and controlling the flow of motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists helps mitigate congestion and protect both the public and your team. As everyone who has spent time in both types of environment knows, urban and rural roads are different. Densely […]