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CLC drops coronavirus site safety guidelines
Move follows government’s Living with Covid plan
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Features
Specifier: Covid-safe technology
In the wake of covid-19, it is clear that infection control needs to become integral to buildings – as well as to construction sites. David Ludlow surveys some innovative products that can help protect against virus transmission
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The ºÃÉ«ÏÈÉúTV Safety Bill – the urgency of now
The new legislation will change the industry for the better, and not a moment too soon
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More than 400 high-rise towers still have ACM cladding
Government research shows remedial plans for dozens of buildings ‘remain unclear’
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Grenfell was not designed to provide a safe escape route, say fire services
Counsel for Fire Officers Association suggests staircase was not designed to be safe in a fire
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Bam Nuttall fined £900,000 after painter falls through roof
Steel fabricator also hit with £65,000 fine
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Government looks to toughen building regs on fire safety
Consultation focuses on restricting or banning ’desktop’ studies following the Grenfell tragedy
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Comment
Turning navvies into staff
In parts, the industry still resembles the one depicted in McAlpine’s Fusiliers. Can it be turned into one that is truly professional – where workers all pay tax and where it’s no more acceptable for someone to be killed than it is in a well-run factory?One reason for thinking it ...