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CECA 21: Infrastructure North Conference
On Tuesday (28 November) CECA held its annual conference ‘CECA 21: Infrastructure North’ at the National College of High Speed Rail in Doncaster. Members who could not attend can read about the conference by searching the hashtag #CECA21 on Twitter. Publications included CECA’s report on rebalancing the northern economy (available here), CECA’s guide to the Northern Powerhouse (available here) and CECA’s 2017 Training & Development Survey report (available here). Slides from the conference are available to download from http://mbf.me/p4eijV.
The Autumn Budget
On Wednesday (22 November) Chancellor of the Exchequer Philip Hammond MP delivered his Autumn Budget. CECA members were briefing on the day of publication. If you would like to read CECA’s briefing, it is available in the members’ area of the CECA website here.
Industrial Strategy
On 27 November the Government published its Industrial Strategy, including details of a Sector Deal for construction. Further detail is available at https://www.gov.uk/government/policies/industrial-strategy. You can read CECA’s response here.
Strategic Vision For Rail
On Wednesday (29 November) the Government published its ‘Strategic Vision for Rail’ which sets out a vision for the UK’s railways, including a new way of operating train and track and changes to the franchising system. For more information, click here.
Construction Health Survey
In collaboration with, Build UK & HiCLG, we would like to gain members’ views across a number of topic areas within the health agenda, namely Health & Wellbeing, MSDs and Management Standards/Work Related Stress. CECA would be grateful if you could complete the survey at the following link:
https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/ConstructionHealthSurvey.
Should you have any queries please contact [email protected] in the first instance. Please note – all data will be treated in the strictest confidence and only anonymised responses will be used.
Construction Brexit Manifesto
CECA, in conjunction with the Association for Consultancy and Engineering, Build UK, the Construction Products Association, the Federation of Master Builders, the Home Builders Federation, and the National Federation of Builders, is a signatory to the Construction Brexit Manifesto, which you can read here.
ICE Health & Safety Expert Panel
The ICE are seeking to broaden the expertise of their Health & Safety Expert Panel by encouraging additional national and regional contractors to join the group. For further details, visit https://www.ice.org.uk/about-ice/what-we-do/health-and-safety-expert-panel. The group meets c.4 times per year at One Great George Street and are actively engaged in a range of initiatives which compliment the ICE’s strategy. If you are interested in joining, please could you send a covering letter/email with brief biography to [email protected] in the first instance.
FIR “Better for Everyone” Commitment
Members are invited to sign up for the Fairness, Inclusion and Respect “Better for Everyone” Commitment. CECA is developing a website(www.fairnessinclusionandrespect.org) and will be launching this message to the industry via trade, consumer, and social media at the beginning of December. If your organisation is already working towards delivering Fairness, Inclusion and Respect, you may wish to include company-specific commitments on a commitment
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Press
CECA contact - Alasdair Reisner
In the past two weeks, CECA has received coverage on the BBC website (here), in The Daily Telegraph (here), in The Independent (here), on two occasions in The Construction Index (here and here), in In Cumbria (here), The Herald (here), Scottish Construction Now (here), in Construction News (here), on three occasions in New Civil Engineer (here, here, and here), Construction Enquirer (here), and Politics Home (here).
CECA SouthernCECA contact - Alan Taylor
Client Liaison Meeting – Southern Water
The presentation given by Southern Water at the liaison meeting held on 20 November 2017 can be found here http://www.ceca.co.uk/media/289563/ceca-liaison-meeting-20-november-2017-v2-final.pdf. The minutes of the meeting will be circulated in due course.
form available on the website. Ideally, the “Better for Everyone” commitment should be signed/agreed by someone in a leadership role who has the ability to change attitudes and behaviours, and who influences company policy. If you have any questions, or would like to submit a signed commitment, please contact [email protected].
BEIS Consultation - Construction Act
As part of its commitment to better regulation, the Government said it will undertake a non-statutory post implementation review of the 2011 changes to the Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996 (the “Construction Act”). This consultation closes on 19 January 2017. For more information, click here. This consultation is to run in parallel with a consultation into retention of payments in the construction industry - for more information on this, click here. CECA would like to collate a response on behalf of our members. In order to do this, we are pulling together a working group to draft our response. If you would like more information, e-mail [email protected].
PAS 11007, Infrastructure Projects For The Built Environment
The development of PAS 11007 has been sponsored by Kier Highways. BSI are inviting comments during a 4-week public consultation via BSI’s online draft review system (http://drafts.bsigroup.com/) at the end of March 2018. This involvement does not involve attendance of meetings.
CECA Briefing: General Data Protection Regulation
CECA has produced a members’ briefing on this topic, which is available in the members’ area of the CECA website here. CECA is considering holding a seminar on these new rules - if you would like to be updated on this topic or to input your views, please e-mail [email protected].
UK Export Finance
CECA has been meeting with UK Export Finance to discuss opportunities for CECA members in international markets. UKEF are keen to stress that there are many profitable opportunities working outside of the UK, and are keen to promote these and to discuss how they can help via a variety of financial models, such as guarantees etc. At this stage, CECA is keen to draw together a group of members who might be interested in finding out more. If you would like to be involved please email: [email protected].
Stop. Make a Change 2018
Following the success of CECA’s Stop. Make a Change. campaign in May, the dates have been set for Stop. Make a Change 2018. Events will be held during a two week period from 16 April 2018. If you would like further information, e-mail [email protected] or visit www.stopmakeachange.co.uk.
ICE Health Summit 2018
The ICE Health Summit 2018 will take place at the home of the ICE, One Great George Street, on Monday 22 January 2018. The full day event is invite only – and will look to engage with CEO’s and Senior Directors, in the morning session, whilst the afternoon session will be aimed at those at a more ‘practitioner’ level, including H&S managers etc. To register an interest, please visit https://www.ice.org.uk/events/ice-health-summit-2018-london.
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ISO 44001
CECA (Southern) is proposing to run an introductory workshop/training event on ISO 44001:2017 in 2018. This one-day workshop has been designed to help businesses embrace collaborative working as a fundamental business tool and highly effective method of maximising resources. The workshop is aimed at senior executives, managers and those who need to collaborate with other to deliver business results. The aim of the workshop is to ensure delegates understand collaborative working and are aware of the potential benefits. You will understand the key elements of the standard and their implications for your business. You will be able to identify steps to improve supplier/stakeholder relationships and start to build awareness within your business of ISO 44001 and its benefits. In the first instance, we would like to gauge the level of interest from members. If there is sufficient interest shown, we would hope to run the course in the first half of 2018. If you wish to register your interest please notify [email protected].
Management Development Programme 2018
Following the successful L6-7 Management Development Programme run in London this year, we plan to run a further Programme in London in 2018. The programme will consist of six workshops (15 Feb, 22 Mar, 24 May, 5 Jul, 13 Sep & 1 Nov). In addition, the programme will provide an opportunity for delegates to consolidate their learning by obtaining a QCF vocational qualification in construction recognised by CSCS and professional institutions. Each training session will allow some time for delegates to review their QCF NVQ portfolio. This will be complemented by two site visits from a qualified and experienced assessor. Anticipated cost is expected to be £975 + VAT per delegate. In this regard, we would like to ascertain from members which level of training you require. The options are Level 3-6 which is for supervisors and site managers/agents or Level 6-7 which is for middle and senior managers. If this is of interest please notify [email protected].
Rail-Related Mock Trial
Following on from the previous mock trials we have run on Service Strikes and Management of Contractors, we are planning a rail-related mock trial. Although, the scenario is a rail scene, this could be replicated on any construction site. You will site as a member of the jury in the case of ORR v Joseph Locke. You will hear how it is alleged that Mr Locke failed to comply with the duty to take “reasonable care” for his own health and safety and the health and safety of those who may be affected by his acts or omissions at work. Mr Locke was working as a member of a construction team on a Network Rail construction project. Mr Locke was involved in a decision to use a telehandler to lift ballast into possession. Mr Locke was operating the telehandler when it overturned, killing a co-worker. The trial will focus on issues relating to compliance with company procedures, safe working practices and the influence of fellow workers. As a jury member, you will need to decide whether or not Mr Locke took “reasonable care”. This mock trial will be an innovative and engaging event. Rather than merely telling you what the law says you must do, you will witness a practical example of a trial in action. The outcome of the trial is dependent on your views. This training event is suitable for anyone working in a safety critical role, construction workers, rail professionals, directors and senior managers, anyone having responsibility for management of contractors, procurement managers, HR professionals. In the first instance, we would like to gauge the level of interest from members. If there is sufficient interest shown, we would hope to run the event in the first half of 2018. It will be a half-day morning event held in London. If this is of interest please notify [email protected].
CECA South WestCECA contact - Paul Santer
CECA South West Members’ Meeting, 6 December 2017
The next South West Members’ Meeting will take place at Sandy Park Conference Centre, Exeter commencing at 10:00 and finishing at approximately 13:00 with lunch. We have the following presentations lined up:
• Big Dig, Big Innovation – Stacey Clifford, BIM Manager, Kier BAM JV, Hinkley Point C Earthworks (this is a change to the previously planned presentation on the A30 Temple to Higher Carblake Improvement Project)
• Replacement of the current WEM Framework with the new Next Generation Supplier Arrangements - Rebecca Atkinson, Senior Advisor to NGSA project team, Environment Agency
• Paul Reynolds, Professor of Structural Dynamics and Control, University of Exeter
• Angus Hamilton, Advisor West of England and Gloucestershire, CITB
If you wish to attend the meeting, please notify [email protected].
ISO 44001
CECA (South West) is proposing to run an introductory workshop/training event on ISO 44001:2017 in 2018. This one-day workshop has been designed to help businesses embrace collaborative working as a fundamental business tool and highly effective method of maximising resources. The workshop is aimed at senior executives, managers and
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those who need to collaborate with other to deliver business results. The aim of the workshop is to ensure delegates understand collaborative working and are aware of the potential benefits. You will understand the key elements of the standard and their implications for your business. You will be able to identify steps to improve supplier/stakeholder relationships and start to build awareness within your business of ISO 44001 and its benefits. In the first instance, we would like to gauge the level of interest from members. If there is sufficient interest shown, we would hope to run the course in the first half of 2018. If you wish to register your interest please notify [email protected].
Management Development Programme 2018
Following the successful L6-7 Management Development Programme run in Exeter this year, we plan to run a further Programme in 2018, in either Bristol or Exeter. The programme will consist of six workshops (6 Mar, 17 Apr, 26 Jun, 11 Sep, 6 Nov & 11 Dec). In addition, the programme will provide an opportunity for delegates to consolidate their learning by obtaining a QCF vocational qualification in construction recognised by CSCS and professional institutions. Each training session will allow some time for delegates to review their QCF NVQ portfolio. This will be complemented by two site visits from a qualified and experienced assessor. Anticipated cost is expected to be £975 + VAT per delegate. In this regard, we would like to ascertain from members which level of training you require. The options are Level 3-6 which is for supervisors and site managers/agents or Level 6-7 which is for middle and senior managers. If this is of interest please notify [email protected].
Rail-Related Mock Trial
Following on from the previous mock trials we have run on Service Strikes and Management of Contractors, we are planning a rail-related mock trial. Although, the scenario is a rail scene, this could be replicated on any construction site. You will site as a member of the jury in the case of ORR v Joseph Locke. You will hear how it is alleged that Mr Locke failed to comply with the duty to take “reasonable care” for his own health and safety and the health and safety of those who may be affected by his acts or omissions at work. Mr Locke was working as a member of a construction team on a Network Rail construction project. Mr Locke was involved in a decision to use a telehandler to lift ballast into possession. Mr Locke was operating the telehandler when it overturned, killing a co-worker. The trial will focus on issues relating to compliance with company procedures, safe working practices and the influence of fellow workers. As a jury member, you will need to decide whether or not Mr Locke took “reasonable care”. This mock trial will be an innovative and engaging event. Rather than merely telling you what the law says you must do, you will witness a practical example of a trial in action. The outcome of the trial is dependent on your views. This training event is suitable for anyone working in a safety critical role, construction workers, rail professionals, directors and senior managers, anyone having responsibility for management of contractors, procurement managers, HR professionals. In the first instance, we would like to gauge the level of interest from members. If there is sufficient interest shown, we would hope to run the event in the first half of 2018. It will be a half-day morning event held in Bristol. If this is of interest please notify [email protected].
CECA North WestCECA contact - Guy Lawson
SOCOTEC
CECA NW is pleased to welcome SOCOTEC as an associate member.
CECA NW meeting with the Environment Agency, Thursday 7 December 2017 – last few places
A liaison meeting with the Environment Agency will take place for CECA NW members at Brockholes Conference Centre, Preston (close to M6, junction 31), at 10.30 for 11.00. Interested parties should contact Guy Lawson to book a place.
CECA NW NEC4 seminar, Thursday 14 December 2017
Geraldine Fleming, Vice President of HKA (Knowles), who provides our legal breakfast seminars, has offered an additional session this year in the north of the region, on NEC4 at 16.00 – 17.30, Thursday 14 December 2017, at the North Lakes Hotel, Penrith. Please let CECA NW know as soon as possible if you or your colleagues would like to attend, and Guy Lawson will make the necessary arrangements.
CECA NW Executive Committee, Wednesday 10 January 2018
The next meeting takes place at Daresbury Park Hotel, Warrington, at 08.30 for 09.00 (bacon rolls and refreshments on arrival). All members of CECA NW are welcome to attend, whether members of the Executive Committee, or not – but please contact Guy Lawson to book your place.
CECA NW - Promoting Careers In The Industry
CECA North West’s promotional video is now available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/BH4L-Fe47nY.
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A liaison meeting with the Environment Agency will take place for CECA NW members at Brockholes Conference Centre, Preston (close to the M6, Junction 31) at 10.30am for 11.00am on Thursday 7 December 2017. Interested parties should email [email protected].
CECA North by North West Meeting With West Cumbria Mining, Friday 12 January 2018
Following the initial meeting in Penrith, for members based or operating in the northern half of the North West, regular meetings will take place, with the next meeting due to take place on Friday 12 January at North Lakes Hotel, Penrith, with Colin Sharpe of West Cumbria Mining Ltd. A dinner is also being planned for spring 2018. Interested parties should e-mail [email protected] for details.
GDPR Seminar
A seminar on GDPR is being arranged for January 2018. Further details shortly, but interested parties should contact Guy Lawson to book places.
CECA North by NW dinner, Thursday 24 May 2018
An early date for your diary – the CECA North by NW dinner is scheduled for Thursday 24 May, in Penrith. Further details shortly. To book places, please contact Alison Shea: [email protected].
CECA NW Golf Day, Thursday 21 June 2018
Another early date for your diary – the CECA NW Golf Day will take place at Leigh Golf Club on Thursday 21 June 2018. Further details shortly. To book your team, please contact Falcon Golf: [email protected].
CECA NW Member Benefit - Free Access To Socio-Economic Value Measurement Tool
CECA NW has acquired a licence for LM3 (the socio-economic modelling tool that is widely recognised by clients, and enables bidders to evaluate the local value they can bring to a contract). It is free for CECA NW members, but the firm that licences the tool will need to know which firms choose to use it so they can provide each with a secure log in. Please let CECA NW know if you are interested in using LM3 – or if you have any queries about it.
https://www.lm3online.com/
CECA North EastCECA contact - Stuart Miller
CECA NE/Environment Agency/CITB
CECA NE has arranged a special presentation which will take place on Friday 1 December with the Environment Agency’s Rebecca Atkinson, who is leading on the new EA Major Works Framework (NGSA) Rebecca will share EA’s proposals for the new framework as the PIN notice will be issued in January 2018. Prior to EA’s presentation, we have arranged for CITB’s Jeremy Wright to provide an update on CITB’s consensus process, grant reform and training standards as well as an insight into CITB’s Agenda for Change (presentation attached). To reserve your place, contact [email protected].
These sessions will take place in the following format:
CITB ‘Agenda for Change’ Presentation followed by Q&A: 10.00am – 10.55am @ Racecourse Suite 3, Marriott Gosforth Park Hotel
Environment Agency ‘Next Generation Supplier Arrangements’ Presentation followed by Q & A: 11.00am – 12.00noon @ Racecourse Suite 3, Marriott Gosforth Park Hotel
CECA NE/ Watson Burton Legal Seminars
The next seminar in this series will be held on Tuesday 23 January 2018 and is entitled ‘NEC Case Law - How The Courts Have Interpreted NEC, And How You Can Use This To Your Advantage.’ For further information or to reserve your place(s) please e-mail [email protected].
CECA Yorkshire & HumbersideCECA contact - Mark Roper
Engagement
On Thursday (16 November), Mark Roper met with the West Yorkshire Combined Authority to discuss the proposed framework and contracting. Jemma also met with members AMCO and VHE to discuss CITB reform and potential funding opportunities for training.
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On Tuesday (21 November), Mark Roper attended the National Finance meeting and CECA Executive Management Board. On this day, Jemma also attended the CITB Industry Advisory Forum at The Barbican, London. This advisory forum was aimed at Federations, and focused on the Training Standards and processes for Quality Assurance being proposed by CITB in the upcoming reform.
On Wednesday (22 November), Jemma attended the CITB Employer Advisory Forum in Wakefield. This advisory forum was aimed at Employers and Training Groups, and focused on the upcoming CITB reform and changes to the grant scheme that will be implemented in April 2018. It was great to see 10 CECA Y&H members in attendance at the meeting, providing excellent feedback and contributions to discussions.
On Friday (24 November), Jemma attended a Mental Health event that was run by CECA Y&H in conjunction with HSE Working Well Together Group for West and North Yorkshire. The event was delivered by three specialists from the Humber NHS Trust, and was attended by 67 delegates from across construction. The session looked at all areas of mental health and wellbeing, but focused on stress, anxiety, depression and also alcohol issues within the construction sector. Feedback from the event was excellent, and further events will be planned for the upcoming year.
On Tuesday (28 November), Mark, Jemma and Jayne attended and facilitated the CECA National Conference, which was held at the National College for High Speed Rail in Doncaster. The event was well- received, with over 70 members and stakeholders in attendance, and many fantastic speakers.
CECA Yorkshire & Humberside Annual Dinner, Majestic Hotel, Harrogate, 20 April 2018
CECA Yorkshire & Humberside’s 22nd Annual Dinner will take place at the Majestic Hotel, Harrogate on 20 April 2018. The host for the evening will be Harry Gration, who has proved a huge success in recent years, and will once again be compering at the event. Our guest speaker will be Lea Roberts, a local comedian with a background in rugby league as well as TV comedy and talent shows, and always proves a popular choice as a mainstream comedian and after-dinner speaker. The Annual Dinner is also the showcase of the best of Yorkshire, as the Contract of the Year, Linda Grant Health & Safety Award, and the Apprentice of the Year Awards are presented. Invitations to book your table at the event have been sent to members. If you are interested in more information or to book your places, please contact [email protected].
Seminars & Courses
Watson Burton Breakfast Seminar: Schedule of Cost Components under NEC3 and NEC 4-30 November 2017 @ The Bridge Inn, Wetherby
If you would like to book a place(s), please email [email protected].
CECA Y&H Commercial Seminars
• 30 November – Schedule of Cost Components under NEC3 and NEC 4
All Commercial seminars will take place at the The Bridge Inn, Wetherby. If you would like to book a place(s), please email [email protected].
CECA Y&H Management Committee Meeting, 18 December @ Healds Hall, Heckmondwike
For more information, e-mail [email protected].
CECA ScotlandCECA contact - Grahame Barn
CECA Scotland Board Priority 2017/18: Promoting Infrastructure
New CECA Scotland Website
The new CECA Scotland website is now LIVE. You can visit it at www.cecascotland.co.uk. Please check to see if your company logo is on the homepage, and if it is not, please send a high-resolution logo to [email protected].
Scottish Build Expo, Glasgow
On 22 November, Cara Hilton, Policy & Public Affairs attended the Scottish Build Expo at the SEC in Glasgow, participating in a number of workshops on the future challenges facing the construction sector.
CECA Scotland Board Priority 2017/18: Securing the Best People & Training the Workforce
Scottish Civils Training Group
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Cara Hilton, Policy & Public Affairs Manager attended the committee meeting and AGM of the Scottish Civils Training Group on 16 November in Stirling. The Committee received a comprehensive update from the Group Training Officers, Eastwick Partnership, on the forthcoming training programme, reviewed the groups new website which has recently been launched and discussed funding, targets and a business plan for 2018. At the AGM, a presentation was given by Huw Jones, Technical, Training & Standards Director of NPORS on developments impacting on the card scheme and members also received a comprehensive update from Vanessa Gallant, on the CITB’s announced restructuring exercise, as part of the organisations Agenda for Change programme. Alan Kirkwood of George Leslie LTD was successfully re-elected as Chair, with Adrian Aikman of Luddon Construction Ltd being re-elected as Vice-Chair.
Cross Party Group on Skills AGM
Cara Hilton, Policy & Public Affairs Manager attended the AGM of the Cross Party Group on Skills, held in the Scottish Parliament on 21 November. The topic for discussion was digital skills and innovation and following James Dornan MSP’s re-election as Convenor, there was presentations from Svea Miesch, Research & Policy Manager at ScotlandIS and Gillian Docherty, Chief Executive Officer at The Data Lab. Lively discussion followed on the continued challenge of tackling the gender imbalance in the STEM sector, as well as the impact of innovation and automation on the future workforce. The next meeting is on 6 February 2018 at 1.00pm.
Scottish Construction Safety Group
On 23 November Cara Hilton attended a meeting of the Scottish Construction Safety Groupin Whitburn. A presentation was delivered by the Information Commissioners’ Office on the new GDPR regulations which will come into force next spring, and how they will impact on employers and individuals. For further information, visit www.ico.org.uk/dpreform or contact the ICO Edinburgh office on 0131 244 9001. The next SCSG meeting is scheduled for 18 January 2018.
CECA WalesCECA contact - Ed Evans
In the past two weeks, the CECA Wales Director has:
• Hosted the CECA Wales 2017 two-day Leadership Challenge at Cwrt y Gollen Army Camp;
• Hosted the CECA Wales Rail Forum;
• Met with members of Cyfle and Y Prentis shared apprenticeship schemes to explore how these can be embedded in construction programmes;
• Attended a Capital Law breakfast seminar on construction law updates;
• Attended a project board meeting on school engagement to support employers;
• Met members in SE Wales;
• Met a consultant to develop a bid to CITB for CECA Wales to lead a project on employer engagement with Higher Education institutions;
• Prepared papers for the next CECA Wales Executive Committee on 1 December;
• Attended the CECA Executive Management Board and Financial Management Board in London;
• Attended a reception by B&CE, who administer the People’s Pension, in London;
• Attended a workshop hosted by Qualifications Wales and CITB on the National Occupational Standards (NOS) for Occupational Works Supervisors.
For more information, e-mail [email protected].
PublicationsCECA contact - Peter Crosland
Institute for Apprenticeships
Apprenticeship Standard: Tunnelling Operative, 20 November 2017
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/apprenticeship-standard-tunnelling-operative
This publication describes the job role that an apprentice will be doing and the skills required of them by the construction sector.
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Apprenticeship Standard: Construction Site Management Degree Apprenticeship, 17 November 2017
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/apprenticeship-standard-construction-site-management
Note – these standards are not yet ready to use.
Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs, Strategic Policy Statement To Ofwat: Incorporating Social And Environmental Guidance, 22 November 2017
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/strategic-policy-statement-to-ofwat-incorporating-social-and-environmental-guidance
The statement sets out the government’s priorities for Ofwat’s regulation of the water sector in England. Ofwat should keep these under review and report on the steps they have taken in response to this steer. Ofwat must carry out its functions in line with the priorities and objectives in the SPS. This is set out in Section 2A of the Water Industry Act 1991 (as amended). The strategic policy statement came into force on 22 November 2017. This replaces the previous SPS which was published in March 2013.
Highways England, Supplier Recognition Scheme 2017: Guidance And Application Forms, 23 November 2017
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/supplier-recognition-scheme-2017-guidance-and-application-forms
The closing date for entries for the Supplier Recognition Awards is 1 December 2017. See the guidance for advice on how to apply, and if you have any questions, please contact HE by email at [email protected].
Department for Transport, Road Construction And Taxation (RDE01), 23 November 2017
https://www.gov.uk/government/statistical-data-sets/rde01-road-construction-and-taxation
Road construction and taxation tables, produced by Department for Transport.
HM Treasury, Details Of Road And Rail Schemes, 3 November 2017
https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/653071/npif-regional.csv/preview
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-invests-350-million-improving-local-roads
The above information may be helpful to members involved in highways and transportation schemes.
CITB HSE Test Development Update
On 1 November CITB launched a dedicated webpage for all the HS&E test development work currently be undertaken.
www.citb.co.uk/hsetestdev.
This provides information about the changes from January 2018, including updates to revision material and a link to a sample questions platform. Members are asked to visit the website and provide feedback to CITB where appropriate.
ConsultationsCECA contact - Peter Crosland
Department of Transport, Reforming The Heavy Goods Vehicle Road User Levy, 22 November 2017
https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/reforming-the-heavy-goods-vehicle-road-user-levy
Call for evidence on how to reform the heavy goods vehicle levy so that it:
- rewards hauliers that plan their routes efficiently
- incentivises efficient use of roads
- improves environmental performance, including air quality and carbon emissions.
DfT want to engage closely with industry and individuals to develop these proposals. This consultation closes on 26 January 2018.
Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs, New Environmental Protections To Deliver A Green Brexit, 12 November 2017
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-environmental-protections-to-deliver-a-green-brexit
Plans to consult on a new, independent body that would hold Government to account for upholding environmental standards in England after the UK leaves the European Union have been set out by Environment Secretary Michael Gove. Further details to be provided in due course.
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Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs, Developing A National Policy Statement For Water Resources And Proposed Amendments To The Planning Act 2008, 13 November 2017
https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/developing-a-national-policy-statement-for-water-resources-and-proposed-amendments-to-the-planning-act-2008
Defra want to know what you think about their approach to developing a national policy statement for water resources. The statement will simplify the process of gaining planning consents for large water infrastructure projects. Consultation closes 22 December 2017. Defra are also presenting options on the sizes and types of infrastructure which could lead to changes in the Planning Act 2008 thresholds. They are calling for relevant evidence to support options.
Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy, Energy Demand Reduction In industry, Business And The Public Sector, 3 November 2017
https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/streamlined-energy-and-carbon-reporting
This consultation seeks views on the UK government’s proposals for Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting within the Companies Act 2006 business reporting framework. They are keen to hear from businesses and others how this can best be designed.
This consultation is asking for views on:
• mandatory annual reporting and disclosure of energy and carbon information through Company Accounts
• who these requirements should apply to
• reporting of cost-effective energy efficiency opportunities, such as those identified through ESOS audits, and action taken on these
• complementary disclosures
• electronic reporting
This consultation closes on 4 January 2018.
Wales
Implementation Of Sustainable Drainage Systems On New Developments – Draft Regulations And National Standards
https://consultations.gov.wales/consultations/implementation-sustainable-drainage-systems-new-developments-draft-regulations-and
The Welsh government are consulting on proposed regulations and orders which provide the detail of how the SuDS approval process will work. The draft statutory instruments cover:
- the procedure for applications for approval by the SuDS approving body ( SAB)
- enforcement of any breach of the requirement for SAB approval
- the developers’ right to appeal decisions made by the SAB.
This consultation closes on 15 February 2018.
HSE/WWT Consultation On HSG Documents
HSE is consulting on revisions to three HSG publications, HSG 33 ‘Health and safety in roof work’; HSG 144 ‘The safe use of vehicles on construction sites’; and HSG 168 ‘Fire safety in construction’
Feedback on HSG 33 ‘Health and safety in roof work’ http://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/priced/hsg33.pdf needs to be returned to Gabriella Dimitrov ([email protected]). Deadline for feedback is 31 December 2017.
Feedback on HSG 144 ‘The safe use of vehicles on construction sites’ http://www.hse.gov.uk/pUbns/priced/hsg144.pdf needs to be returned to Mark Carroll ([email protected]). Deadline for feedback is 22 of December 2017.
Feedback on HSG 168 ‘Fire safety in construction’ http://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/priced/hsg168.pdf needs to be returned to Kate Leftly ([email protected]). Deadline for feedback is 4 December 2017.
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Wednesday15 - Wednesday 29 November 2017
Weekly Update
Health & SafetyCECA contact - Peter Crosland
Health and Safety Executive, Fatal Notification, INC 14.11a
Health and Safety Executive, Health And Safety Statistics: 2016/17 Annual Release, 1 November 2017
https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/health-and-safety-statistics-201617-annual-release
Annual release of updated health and safety statistics on work-related injury, ill health, enforcement and costs in Great Britain.
RIVO
Health & Safety Alert - 17116 - Non Crossrail Holland Lift T210 Scissor-Lift Weld Failure
High Speed Two (HS2) Ltd, HS2 Ltd Health And Safety Policy, 7 November 2017
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/health-and-safety-policy
This policy statement sets out High Speed Two (HS2) Ltd’s vision, leadership and commitment to health, safety and well-being. It states HS2 Ltd’s goal to create a railway designed, built and operated to world-class standards; building a culture where, ‘Safety is caring for our workforce, our passengers and the public, by creating an environment where no one gets hurt.’
High Speed Two (HS2) Ltd, HS2 Air Quality Strategy, 3 November 2017
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/hs2-air-quality-strategy
This document sets out the strategy by which High Speed Two (HS2) will meets its sustainability policy with respect to air quality. The document is a guide to the relevant air quality policy and legislation, and the potential impacts of the scheme. It sets out their approach to avoid, reduce and mitigate emissions, and how ‘best practicable means’ can be determined. This includes measures to control dust during construction, and how emissions associated with construction vehicles and machinery will be managed.
Ministry of Defence and DSA, Management Of Health And Safety In Defence: Safety Forms (JSP 375), 6 November 2017
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/jsp-375-health-and-safety-handbook-safety-forms
The Ministry of Defence (MOD) health and safety forms are referenced in MOD Joint Service Publication (JSP 375) Management of health and safety in defence and are used by MOD staff to undertake assessment of the risks/hazards of their activities to ensure that their health and safety and the health safety of colleagues are not put at risk.
CECA Plant Stickers
The stickers are now in the process of being printed – could ALL those organisations requiring stickers please indicate the number required at your earliest convenience. Please contact [email protected].
EnvironmentCECA contact - Peter Crosland
Environment Agency, Classifying Waste Wood From Mixed Waste Wood Sources: RPS 207, 28 November 2017
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/classifying-waste-wood-from-mixed-waste-wood-sources-rps-207
If you comply with the conditions in this regulatory position statement (RPS), you do not need to apply for a hazardous waste classification for waste wood from mixed waste wood sources.
This RPS will be withdrawn on 1 November 2018. This will give the waste wood industry time to do both of the following:
- deliver a code of practice which meets the legal requirements to assess and classify waste wood as approved by the Environment Agency
- implement compliance with that code of practice.
Environment Agency, Disposing Of Trees And Plants Infected With Disease: RPS 71, 28 November 2017
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/disposal-of-trees-and-plants-infected-with-specified-plant-diseases
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If you comply with the conditions in this regulatory position statement (RPS) you can dispose of trees and plants infected with specified diseases without an environmental permit for a waste operation.
Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs, Groundwater Protection Position Statements, 9 November 2017
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/groundwater-protection-position-statements
These position statements describe the Environment Agency’s approach to managing and protecting groundwater. They update Groundwater protection: principles and practice (GP3). This document helps anyone whose current or proposed activities have an impact on, or are affected by groundwater such as:
- developers
- planners
- environmental permit applicants and holders
- water abstractors
Many of the approaches set out in the position statements are not statutory but may be included in, or referenced by, statutory guidance and legislation. Environment Agency staff use these position statements as a framework to make decisions on activities that could impact on groundwater. This clear approach aims to remove uncertainty and potentially inconsistent decision-making.
Environment Agency, Regulation Of Materials Under Consideration For A Quality Protocol, 13 November 2017
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/regulation-of-materials-under-consideration-for-a-quality-protocol
A Quality Protocol identifies the point at which waste, having been fully recovered, may be regarded as a non-waste product that can be used in specified markets, without the need for waste management controls. Quality Protocols have been produced for a range of materials. This regulatory position relates to the final use of waste only. Any treatment of the waste prior to the final use will still need any relevant permit or exemption for that activity.
Water
CECA contact - Peter Crosland
Future Water Association
The Future water Association is organising an industry event “Shining a light on the possible: exploring the radical”, which will include presentations, workshops, showcases, discussion and debate. The event is to be held on 5 December at the Chesford Grange Hotel, Kenilworth. For more information visit http://www.futurewaterassociation.com/future-water-networks-4-5-december-2017.
EventsFull details of CECA’s forthcoming programme of events can be found at: http://www.ceca.co.uk/regions/events.aspx.
Wednesday15 - Wednesday 29 November 2017