As the construction industry gears up for the next stage of its restart plan, the Construction Industry Coronavirus (CICV) Forum has produced a pack of free practical signage to help with the safe return to work.
Designed for sites, depots and offices, the 20 open source documents includes essential posters, checklists and factsheets for on and off-site use, outlining in comprehensive detail how to manage the restart, while keeping staff safe.
The resource also features a downloadable PowerPoint Toolbox Talk which takes employers and employees through the new restrictions and workplace etiquette that must be observed.
The documents can be downloaded and printed off in A3 or A4 size, and can also be adapted for individual use, with space left for company logos and contact details to be added.
Rebecca Crosland, health and safety advisor at Forum member the Building Engineering Services Association, said: “The Forum’s Health and Safety Sub-Committee is aware that many people will be unsure about exactly what actions they need to take to ensure they are up to date with the guidance.
“This return to work pack spells out, step-by-step, the new rules and the new ways of working, which everyone will have to adopt in order to get the industry back on its feet and delivering a service for its clients and the country.”
The new pack was launched after First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announced a move to Phase 2 of its four-phase route map out of lockdown on Thursday 18 June. The announcement means Scotland’s construction sector can move into Phase 3 of its own phased six-step restart plan from Monday June 22, “subject to ongoing consultation with government”.
The Forum collateral will now help with this return, with the 32-page PowerPoint designed to be used as a Toolbox Talk to share practical guidance about physical distancing, travelling to work, general hygiene, close working, PPE and eating and toilet arrangements.
The restart pack can be downloaded here.
