UK Construction Blog

APRIL 10, 2025

The post Why Home Construction Projects Should Prioritise Padlocks appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Home construction sites are easy targets. With valuable tools, equipment, and materials lying around, the risk of theft is high. What Makes Padlocks Ideal for Construction Projects?

Material Storage

Roads Online

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Roads & Infrastructure sits down with Michelle Morrissey, National Claims Manager – Underwriting Agencies of Australia, to learn key insights and tips on how the industry can better navigate machinery and plant insurance claims. It’s important to look at your sums insured for each piece of equipment.

Insurance Management

Buildern

MARCH 6, 2025

Have you ever wondered what keeps the construction project on track, ensuring that everything goes as expected? A construction site inspection checklist is essential for any construction project. A construction site inspection checklist is essential for any construction project.

Inspection

Construction Marketing

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

If you’re the owner of a construction or trade business, chances are you’ve asked yourself what it takes to be successful in this field. But there are some key elements every construction business should have in place to ensure they stay on track and continue growing. You can also avoid costly mistakes in the future.

Risk Management

UK Construction Blog

JULY 26, 2023

The post Optimising Equipment Utilisation In Construction Projects: Ensuring Maximum Efficiency with Hired-In Plant Machinery appeared first on UK Construction Blog. When it comes to construction projects the old saying ‘time is money’ holds true, and every moment truly counts towards the success and efficiency of a project.

Construction Machinery

Construction Marketing

MAY 19, 2021

Despite being one of the leading employment sectors in many countries, the construction industry is one of the most dangerous sectors. Statistics show that there are over 400 injuries and over 20 fatalities each year related to construction in Ontario alone. Keep track of all machinery. Providing adequate safety gear.

Construction Machinery

Roads Online

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Senior representatives from Underwriting Agencies of Australia share their insights and expectations for the year ahead, as well as the learnings from 2023, concerning the mobile plant and equipment insurance space. The mobile plant and equipment, as well as the construction insurance industries are certainly not immune to these impacts.

Insurance Management

Roads Online

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Michelle Morrissey, National Claims Manager, Australia – UAA sheds some light on the process. Michelle Morrissey, National Claims Manager, Australia – UAA. Determining value UAA utilises key valuers as part of its service who value anything from motor vehicles, light and heavy machinery to mobile and tower cranes.

Insurance Management

UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 24, 2025

The post How to Start a Construction Company in 2025: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Essential startup requirements include legal registration (50-150), comprehensive insurance coverage (2,000-5,000), basic equipment (15,000-50,000), and sufficient working capital (20,000-50,000).

Insurance Management

UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 29, 2025

The post Construction Budget Templates: A Complete Guide to Project Cost Planning [2025] appeared first on UK Construction Blog. A construction budget template serves as your financial compass, providing a structured framework to plan, track and monitor all project costs effectively.

Budgeting

PN - Project Management

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

"Construction equipment is often an essential component in construction projects. Frequently construction companies have to move construction equipment from one country to another country. This might be because the contractor is working on a construction project in another country.

Construction Equipment

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Burn injuries in construction environments can lead to severe consequences. Equip workers with knowledge about burn risks. Equip workers with knowledge about burn risks. Stay with us as we explore effective strategies for the prevention and management of burn injuries on-site.

Construction Management

ENR Construction

JULY 22, 2012

Construction Methods. Construction Technology. Construction Schools. A flood of machinery has made its way to auction in recent years as job-hungry contractors thinned out fleets to save money and generate revenue. Its important to get maximum use out of a piece of equipment in order to effectively manage costs."

Heavy Equipment Manufacturing

CCR Magazine

JUNE 20, 2023

Every construction site presents a variety of specific security risks that require attention and solutions. Regardless of the type of security risk that a site presents, video surveillance is an imperative form of protection. Heavy machinery may be involved in moving heavy or oversized materials.

Electrical Wiring Installation

CCR Magazine

JUNE 26, 2024

General contractors recognize the necessity of insurance as not just an expense; rather it serves to safeguard them against unforeseeable disruptions that can wreak havoc during their construction projects. Gaining insight into these common claims and when they may arise is the key to effectively mitigating them.

Insurance Management

Maltaward

AUGUST 25, 2022

Construction sites need protection at all times but this can be difficult when your contractors have gone home, especially during extended periods of downtime. Fortunately, there are several security measures a construction management company can put in place to protect their site and avoid trespassers or vandals.

Fire Protection System Installation

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Your base insurance policy may offer some coverage for unexpected damage to some business property, but making assumptions about the extent of coverage could lead to some financial distress. . An equipment floater offers insurance protection for your business property as it moves from location to location. What is an equipment floater?

Insurance Management

UK Construction Blog

JULY 2, 2024

The post The Hidden Costs of Owning Construction Equipment appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Construction equipment is the lifeblood of any building project and owning your own equipment can be a tempting proposition. Tax breaks on equipment purchases and potential long-term cost savings add to the allure.

Construction Equipment

PN - Project Management

MAY 30, 2022

Unfortunately many construction projects go wrong because they are badly planned and poorly thought through. White elephant construction projects Those embarking on a new construction project must do thorough planning before starting the project.

Building Permits

Construction Daily News

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Addressing weather delays in construction projects is paramount. Unforeseen weather disruptions — such as heavy rain, snowstorms or extreme heatwaves — can halt construction activities, resulting in increased costs. Recognizing and mitigating weather-related delays is vital in the construction industry.

Construction Management

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 31, 2025

Safety is integral to every projects success in commercial construction. Whether building large-scale retail outlets, multi-family housing complexes, hospitality venues, or healthcare facilities, professionals across the supply chain must manage considerable risks. Each of these hazards is not solely a worker-focused issue.

Safety Regulations

Buildern

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Unexpected cost overruns and delays are the last things we expect when it comes to construction project cost breakdown. An unsettling nationwide trend shows construction projects often exceed their budget by at least 16%, thus highlighting the importance of detailed planning and estimation.

Building Code Compliance

Levelset

APRIL 1, 2022

As a contractor or sub, you can expect to incur many costs during the course of a construction project. Materials, insurances, permits, payroll, and other typical costs are relatively simple to account for. However, there is one very expensive cost that isn’t so cut and dry: construction site theft. Insurance claims.

Insurance Management

Buildern

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Like any industry, construction is subject to risks and uncertainties. With emerging technologies, ever-changing economic challenges, and every new client with unique preferences and demands – staying agile as a construction business has become increasingly important. What Is Construction Contingency?

Fire Protection System Installation

Buildern

JUNE 5, 2025

Keeping construction on track isnt easy. Between construction project management , budgeting , and scheduling , theres a lot to manage and without clear systems in place, things can quickly fall through the cracks. Table of Contents What is Construction Job Management? What Is Job Management Software?

Construction Management

Work Gearz

JULY 13, 2021

To maintain your safety at a construction site, you need to among others, put on a hard hat. Apart from the plumbers, the other examples are earthmovers, operators of heavy machinery, general laborers, and all-purpose technicians. Mandatory for insurance compensations. Orange is reserved for road construction. YES, it is!

Insurance Management

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

In the high-risk environment of construction sites, workplace injuries are unfortunately all too common. From falls and machinery accidents to exposure to hazardous materials, construction workers face a myriad of dangers every day. ” Erika Garnes, Abogados De Accidentes De Carro Y Lesiones En Miami.

Safety Regulations

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Managing pandemic disruptions and getting projects over the finish line has required a well-tempered balance of leadership, creativity, and innovation to solve incredibly challenging problems. Narrowing the list down is not a task we take lightly, and I’m proud to share Autodesk’s 2021 40 Under 40: Champions of Construction.

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

DRB Development Solutions

MARCH 25, 2020

To aid in that endeavor, our team had been focused on collecting solutions available as it relates to COVID-19, for construction projects and the small business community, placing them on our website ( www.ConsultDRB.com ) as a collection point with links to the source. CONTRACT RELIEF The contract has been Suspended – Were You Ready?

Disaster Preparedness

UK Construction Blog

JULY 26, 2024

The post Insurance for the Construction Industry: Essential Coverage Options appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Navigating the construction industry can be challenging, especially when it comes to managing risks and ensuring financial protection. What is Key Person Insurance?

Insurance Management

Buildern

DECEMBER 11, 2024

In the construction industry, risks are an inevitable part of the process. In these scenarios, insurance in construction provides a protective shield for the financial stability of a business involved in construction. Table of Contents What is Construction Insurance? General Liability Insurance 2.

Insurance Management

Stonemark

AUGUST 8, 2020

Construction can be precarious. Budget-busting design omissions, unforeseen conditions and everything in between can affect a project’s bottom line; for this reason, construction project risk management is one of the most vital functions of cost estimation. Chosen methods and materials cannot be used during construction.

Risk Management

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 22, 2024

With so many moving parts, it is easy to see why many hotel construction projects miss the mark on the end product. Fortunately, there is a new approach to getting a hotel project from ground zero to bustling with patrons– Hotel Solutions , a full service hotel project management team. A modern facility must wear multiple hats.

Project Management Consulting

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 6, 2024

The post What To Do If You Have An Accident On A Construction Site appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Construction sites are inherently hazardous, with various risks that can lead to serious injuries. Report the Accident : Inform your supervisor or the site manager about the accident as soon as possible.

Insurance Management

Construction Daily News

MARCH 12, 2024

Improving construction safety means every company must commit to higher safety standards on and off sites. What Is the State of Construction Industry Safety? Heavy machinery, dangerous tools and changing workplace conditions make construction jobs riskier. The industry has the second-highest suicide rate of all U.S.

Site Planning

CCR Magazine

JULY 3, 2024

The word danger has become synonymous with construction sites. From soaring heights to heavyweight machinery, a construction site has plenty of hazards to not just injure a person but to take their life as well. Construction workers go through the minefield every day. An accident on a construction site is never easy.

Site Planning

Levelset

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

In the construction industry, a lot can go wrong with the progress and completion of the structure itself. By the same token, many potential situations pose risk to the health and safety of your employees and others working on the jobsite. of all deaths in the construction industry. . Struck-by accidents. Electrocution.

Electrical Wiring Installation