Safety & Tools

The project involved the renovation of two existing roofs where the existing waterproofing had exceeded their life expectancy and were beyond repair

Hi-tech stretch fabrics and ergonomic designs ensure close quarter mobility at work

Chris Pendrey, safety, health, environment and quality manager at Actavo Direct, explains how contractors can stay safe whilst working on a roofing project.

The workwear brand is encouraging anyone who knows a tradesperson who is working hard to deliver essential projects during the coronavirus outbreak, such as emergency roof repairs, to share their stories on social media

Makita UK has added the HS004G Circular Saw and JR001G Reciprocating Saw to its new XGT 40V Max range of high-performance cordless tools.

Roofing contractors can save time, waste and money by choosing the right sealants and adhesives for the job, explains Scarlet McAleese-Banks, marketing director of Hilton Banks.

Fifty-two percent of metalworkers admit they believe the tools they are using are not ‘fit for purpose,’ according to research from FEIN.

With the various benefits it offers, demand for integrated head and face protection has never been so high. Contractors have begun to recognise the value of equipping workers with fully integrated solutions and considering this, there is also the hope that the efficacy and safety of PPE is placed firmly at the top of the agenda for purchasing policy. A white paper from safety company MSA Safety explains more.

NJS (Scotland), an asbestos removal company, has been fined £8,000 after one of its workers fell off a garage roof, injuring his back.

WernerCo has announced a £10 million investment plan, including the relocation of its UK distribution centre to a new purpose-built facility.