Construction Safety Handbook (Hardback)

The accident record of the construction industry is one of the worst in Britain. This book is a guide to safety for all those in the industry to whom the duty of care in design and construction management applies. It gives advice on health and safety and analyzes the problems and their solutions. The authors explain the intricacies of the law, the safety duties of management to enforce the law and the organizational basis for implementing health and safety policies. They stress the importance of giving staff information and training in safety, using protective clothing and safety equipment and ensuring a knowledge of first aid. They also emphasize that, in construction, safety is everybody's responsibility.