Safety considerations on new home developments

Safety on building sites is paramount. Each building site is unique, with the hazards and dangers often changing on a daily basis. Most site managers will be very concerned if you stroll on to what is their building site, unaccompanied, without prior appointment, and without any safety equipment.

Building sites can be very dangerous and there are many situations that can present a risk to people unfamiliar with the workings of a building site.

Please follow the guide:

q	Always ask before entering areas under construction.

q	Always follow instructions and observe signs and rules whilst on site.

q	Always wear protective equipment (safety helmet and high visibility jacket a minimum requirement) these should be provided by your builder.

q	Use only designated pedestrian routes (proper footpaths) and be aware of large vehicles and construction plant manoeuvring. The drivers may not be able to see you.

q	Only park in designated parking areas.

q	Never walk under scaffolding, unless the site manager or his assistant is escorting you.

q	Look where you are walking. There may be trip hazards everywhere.

q	Inform any children that building sites are potentially dangerous places and are not an area in which to play.