BUILD BETTER, BUILD SAFER – WORKING WITH UTILITIES AND INFRASTRUCTURE

Ensuring teams can work safely around high-risk utilities such as electricity, gas, water and transport networks is critical in an increasingly complex built environment. Through stronger collaboration between contractors, utility providers and regulators, combined with innovation in planning, technology and training, the industry can significantly reduce risk on site. This approach also places a strong focus on preventing falls from height, which remain the leading cause of fatalities, alongside tackling issues such as poor site coordination, skills shortages, mental health pressures and the need for clearer leadership in safety culture. By building better and safer, we can create more resilient projects, safer sites and healthier futures for everyone working across the industry.