4 Common Health & Safety Mistakes Construction Companies Make
Construction sites are dynamic, high-risk environments. While most companies take safety seriously, even the best can overlook basic principles. At MP Safety, we’ve seen firsthand how minor oversights can lead to major incidents.
Here are 5 common mistakes to avoid:
1. Inadequate Risk Assessments
Many sites still treat risk assessments as a tick-box exercise. These documents should evolve with each project phase and be updated regularly. MP Safety provides ongoing assessments tailored to your specific tasks and site layout – its our job to keep you safe and be able to stand over risk assessments.
2. Untrained Staff
From manual handling to working at heights, many incidents stem from improper training. Offering certified, practical training isn’t just a legal obligation—it’s a business necessity. At MP Safety we make training as interesting as possible to ensure full team buy in – health and safety is everyone’s responsibility.
3. Poor Communication
If your staff doesn’t know the safety procedures, how can they follow them? Toolbox talks and clear site inductions should be standard. We run tailored talks that ensure every team member understands their responsibilities.
4. Failure to Adapt
Regardless of your industry – things are changing all the time – most especially in construction and engineering with live sites evolving daily. Safety plans must evolve too. Whether it’s a weather shift, equipment change, or new contractor, your safety planning must be flexible and responsive.
Final Thought:
Construction safety is about consistency, communication, and culture. At MP Safety, we offer a full range of consultancy and training solutions designed to keep your site safe and compliant—without slowing you down.
