Safety And Security On Your Construction Site

As a business owner, you could find yourself responsible for a construction site at any time. Perhaps you’ll build new offices or a factory. It could be part of your expansion plan. When you do, you need to be prepared. It’s no secret that construction sites are dangerous places. As a child, you are constantly warned from entering them. Which is tough because they look like giant climbing frames! Construction sites are littered with dangerous hazards and life threatening equipment. Working within this environment requires serious training and consideration for your surroundings.

Safety is not your only consideration on a building site. Security is a big issue here as well. The construction site is open to the elements. Even when locked at the entry points, vehicles, equipment and machinery are at risk of theft. Today we’ll show you the secrets of keeping a construction site safe and secure.

Training – Your number one priority is training. Anyone who is working within the confines of the site must be trained to do so. Not only will they be trained for their specific job, but also in general safety practices. Every team member must be made aware of the hazards on site. They should be trained in how to safely operate machinery and avoid injury. They must also be trained in security measures. They should all understand the security practices on site.

Electronic tagging – On every construction site you’ll find hundreds of tools, machinery and vehicles. From the smallest screw-driver to the giant cranes and forklift trucks, everything is at risk. We suggest fixing every vehicle and piece of machinery with sophisticated tag systems. In the event of a theft, you’ll be able to locate your stolen equipment or vehicles.

Storage and locking – Of course, you’ll want to make it as difficult as possible for thieves. Every night the compound should be securely locked and inaccessible from every entrance. CCTV and barbed wire on the perimeter can really help deter thieves here. In the unlikely event they bypass this, make sure equipment is stored and locked. Every night, use an inventory checklist to check every piece of equipment back into a locker. Keep it secure and safe.

Personal protection – On a construction site, the safety of your team is paramount. When working on site, every employee should feel safe and comfortable to do their job. That means providing them with the protection they need. This could be protective gloves, goggles or clothing. It could be a harness for high level work. Speak to your workers and provide everything they need to feel safe.

First Aid – Sometimes, despite your best prevention methods, accidents can happen. When they do, you and your workers need to know how to respond. Always keep a number of first aid kits on site. Designate one person with experience as the point person. They will react fast in the case of an emergency. You should also work first aid training into your program.

As a business owner, it’s really important that you take care of the security and safety of your site. A safe and secure project is a smooth and efficient one. Follow the advice here and stay safe!