Regulatory & Safety from the UK tools, trade and construction sector — and what it means for what you pay.
HSE fines ExxonMobil a six-figure sum after inspectors discover five flammable gas leaks caused by Corrosion Under Insulation at Fife chemical plant.
Electrical Safety First issues new guidance on plug-in solar panels, warning consumers to get home wiring checked before installing DIY solar kits.
Analysis by the Centre for Construction Best Practice highlights the financial impact of appointing contractors late in the construction process.
Learn how Materials Management Plans help UK construction projects reduce waste, cut carbon emissions, and manage rising site costs effectively.
Upcoming guidance will address water damage risks in mass timber construction, helping trades, insurers, and builders manage moisture on site.
A manufacturing firm has been fined £40,000 by the HSE after an unsafe forklift lifting operation caused a 500kg pillar drill to fall.
Safety campaigners call for stricter adherence and training around working at height regulations to reduce preventable falls and injuries on UK sites.
Andrew Leslie highlights why relying on building regulations alone is insufficient for improving safety standards across UK construction sites.
Midlands firm The Construction Consultants appoints a CIOB member as associate director to strengthen its dedicated health and safety division.
Learn why correct DC and AC rotary isolator selection is crucial for safe solar PV installations and long-term system maintenance in the UK.
Ministers launch a consultation to give regional Mayors in England planning call-in powers over major developments, mirroring current London authority models.
The NASC updated 2026 manifesto demands increased HSE funding and a dedicated nationwide scaffolding training network.
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