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Before you undertake any construction project in New South Wales, there are some important steps to take in order to keep everything above board. This includes making the right plans and seeking the right permits. The National Construction Code (NCC) sets the standards for the design, construction and performance of both residential and commercial buildings, […]

Security guards have an important role on construction sites, where valuable equipment and materials provide temptation to thieves. Without the right security measures in place, the safety of your staff is under threat, along with your precious money and time. In a bustling city like Sydney, construction site security should be in place 24/7.   Construction […]

Construction sites are busy, noisy and frequently dangerous places. Professionals of all stripes work closely together, undertaking tasks like moving and shifting materials, using heavy machinery and specialised equipment, and building new homes and commercial premises from the ground up. Yet, as rewarding as a construction career is, it’s also a notably dangerous vocation. Up […]

Construction work is well-known for its dangers, from explosives to asbestos and falls to hearing damage. According to Safe Work NSW, there are several criteria that place construction work in the category of high risk. If it involves the risk of falling more than two metres, if it takes place on a telecommunications tower, if […]

It’s an uncomfortable truth: working at heights is always a high-risk activity. In Australia, it’s a leading cause of workplace accidents and death. Precautions help, but they can’t remove the danger entirely. In all Australian states, including NSW, working at heights regulations exist for good reason. A fall from any height can lead to death […]

There’s more than one way to reach a goal and more than one way to protect a property. Sometimes a two-pronged (or even multifaceted) approach is best. Static security guards and mobile security guards both have the same duties: watching for suspicious behaviour, protecting a site from intruders, reducing risks and alerting authorities when necessary. […]

Construction work is dangerous. As a business owner, you have a duty to keep your employees safe. A risk assessment is an important first step in mitigating the most common risks associated with this industry and protecting your team. A risk assessment looks and what can potentially go wrong in your workplace and the likelihood […]

Confined spaces are dangerous and uncomfortable enough without the presence of hazardous gas. Many dangerous gases can’t be detected using one’s own senses. Without proper gas detection and monitoring safety, narrow and cramped environments put your crew at risk.  In many lines of work, entering confined spaces is part of the job description whether you’re […]

Are you holding an event or running a construction site close to the road? In NSW, traffic control is essential if your project impedes on a public road or a shared footpath. Neglecting to put a traffic management plan in place puts the public and your workers at risk, potentially leading to fatal accidents and […]

Construction is one of the largest industries in Australia, generating US$112 billion a year and driving almost 10% of GDP. Take a drive through any street in the city or suburbs, and you can see the fruits of Australia’s investment in the building and construction industry - from highways and tunnels to tower blocks and […]