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Tragic Fall Highlights the Dangers of Working at Height

Shalini Singh

Dec 63 min read

Tragic Fall Highlights the Dangers of Working at Height

A tragic fall highlights the dangers of working at height. Prioritise safety, training and compliance to prevent life-altering accidents.

BSI Publishes New Guidance on Lower-Carbon Concrete

Shalini Singh

Sep 231 min read

BSI Publishes New Guidance on Lower-Carbon Concrete

BSI releases new guidance promoting lower-carbon concrete alternatives to Portland cement, aiding construction's transition to net zero.

Shocking Safety Lapses: Lessons from Recent Court Cases

Rudy Witele

Jul 72 min read

Shocking Safety Lapses: Lessons from Recent Court Cases

This post delves into the critical importance of robust safety protocols, no matter the size of a business.

Essential ISO Standards for Construction Industry

Shalini Singh

May 283 min read

Essential ISO Standards for Construction Industry

Discover how ISO standards revolutionise the construction industry, ensuring quality, safety and sustainability.

Company Hit With Heavy Fine for Neglecting Underground Cable Safety

Rudy Witele

May 153 min read

Company Hit With Heavy Fine for Neglecting Underground Cable Safety

A Kent company hit with a heavy fine for neglecting underground cable safety

Understanding what is a Fire Risk Assessment and how is it conducted?

Rudy Witele

May 24 min read

Understanding what is a Fire Risk Assessment and how is it conducted?

Reliable fire risk assessment are required to combat arson and deliberate fires. Base Solution bespoke service will help mitigate this.

Asbestos in construction-Learn the risks, causes and prevention

Shalini Singh

Apr 234 min read

Asbestos in construction-Learn the risks, causes and prevention

Unveiling the hidden danger: Asbestos in construction. Learn the risks, causes, and prevention. Stay informed, stay safe.

Health and Safety Executive Introduce Support to Protect Workers’ Mental Health

Rudy Witele

Apr 144 min read

Health and Safety Executive Introduce Support to Protect Workers’ Mental Health

Understanding what mental health is and how to tackle it is not only a legal but also a moral obligation for employers.

Unveiling the Cladding Crisis: A Call to Action for Safer Homes

Rudy Witele

Mar 183 min read

Unveiling the Cladding Crisis: A Call to Action for Safer Homes

Barnet Council's startling discovery on cladding issues leaves Base Solutions standing as a pillar of support, offering crucial expertise

Company Fined for Unsafe Demolition Practices Resulting in Serious Injuries to Construction Worker

Richard Nichols

Nov 15, 20232 min read

Company Fined for Unsafe Demolition Practices Resulting in Serious Injuries to Construction Worker

Woolwich construction worker suffered severe injuries in a building collapse, emphasizing the critical need for preventative measures.

Woodworking Firm Fined £25,000 for Neglecting Employee Health and Safety Amid Wood Dust Exposure

Richard Nichols

Oct 25, 20232 min read

Woodworking Firm Fined £25,000 for Neglecting Employee Health and Safety Amid Wood Dust Exposure

Woodworking firm fined £25,000 for overlooking workplace health and safety, and failing to safeguard employees from wood dust exposure.

£600,000 Issued in Fines After Fatal Electrocution in Hospital Kitchen

Richard Nichols

Oct 13, 20232 min read

£600,000 Issued in Fines After Fatal Electrocution in Hospital Kitchen

Engineer's fatal electrocution highlights dire need for proper electrical safety.

Builders' Merchant Faces Significant Court Fine for Asbestos Negligence

Richard Nichols

Sep 25, 20232 min read

Builders' Merchant Faces Significant Court Fine for Asbestos Negligence

Discover the repercussions of unsafe asbestos management at a national builders' merchant.

Enhancing Fire Safety in High-Risk Environments: Lessons from a Devastating Incident

Richard Nichols

Jul 24, 20232 min read

Enhancing Fire Safety in High-Risk Environments: Lessons from a Devastating Incident

Enhancing Fire Safety: The critical role of continuous fire watch in hot work environments.

Asbestos Awareness in the UK: Protecting Young Tradespeople from the Risk

Thorne Stopps

Mar 22, 20232 min read

Asbestos Awareness in the UK: Protecting Young Tradespeople from the Risk

Asbestos is a highly hazardous material that can cause serious health issues like lung cancer and mesothelioma when inhaled.

Thorne Stopps

Jan 18, 20232 min read

Sustainability in construction

Sustainability in construction is a hot topic at the moment. Within the sector, it should be a high priority. We look at why, in the article

Richard Nichols

Aug 19, 20222 min read

Health And Safety Culture

Changing a health and safety culture following a period of uncertainty. Health and safety should be viewed with the upmost importance.

Richard Nichols

Apr 5, 20222 min read

Behavioural Safety

I have recently completed a behavioural safety course, which has given me insights in how we can collectively reduce fatalities at work.

Top 10 Health and Safety Risks in Construction

Richard Nichols

Aug 25, 20215 min read

Top 10 Health and Safety Risks in Construction

How well are you managing your health and safety risks? In the UK and other countries, construction is one of the largest industries.

Tragic Fall Highlights the Dangers of Working at Height

A tragic fall highlights the dangers of working at height. Prioritise safety, training and compliance to prevent life-altering accidents.

FAQs on ISO Certification

ISO (International Organization for Standardization) creates and publishes global standards to ensure quality, safety, and efficiency...

Preventing Sexual Harassment: Key Steps for Employers Under the Worker Protection Act 2023

Worker Protection Act 2023 requires employers to prevent sexual harassment proactively. Discover key steps for compliance and safeguarding

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