Author: Jenny Snook

Women continue to make strides in Construction. Some are even key members in a male-dominated industry, but still have a way to go in this challenging […] read more

2020 FMI Industry Report – we’ve summarized it for you. Read Time: 5 Minutes 2020 FMI Industry Report looks at challenges in construction industry The 2020 […] read more

There’s a labor shortage of construction workers around the globe.  This low supply of those in the construction industry is even resulting in countries relaxing employee […] read more

New workers are most at risk on a job site—at least that’s what the latest safety research indicates. For example, the Canadian Center for Occupational Health […] read more

There’s no denying it: “The world needs strong women. Women who will lift and build others.” Women’s empowerment changes the game. Companies that promote it in […] read more

When you look closely at women in Renewables one point comes through loud and clear: Women are underrepresented in many key aspects of creating and distributing […] read more

How much does it cost to build a new home? In 2017, the average U.K. house price was estimated at £226,071 ($300,075), while the average US […] read more

To level the playing field for federal contractors, President Trump recently revoked the Fair Pay and Safe Workplaces Executive Order (Executive Order 13673) Also known as […] read more

How do effective orientations help? Research shows that up to 90% of new staff members decide to stay or leave an organisation within their first few […] read more

How’s your safety record? Is it as good as you say it is it in your marketing materials? Many contractors say they have outstanding safety in […] read more

Manual Handling and Equipment A HSA report “Summary of Workplace Injury, Illness and Fatality Statistics’’ found that  ‘Manual handling’ is the highest accident trigger as far […] read more

March 2nd signalled the beginning of Engineers’ Week here in Ireland. 13 years after introduction, it is a week-long festival of nationwide events celebrating and promoting […] read more

Tech-savvy subcontractors are spearheading a digital revolution in the construction industry that’s helping get more done in much less time. Not only are more and more […] read more

The construction industry is constantly evolving, changing the way that your company performs and the work involved. Now more than ever, you need to remain up-to-date […] read more

Contractor safety is critical to GoContractor, helping companies to form a safer working environment, more compliant with vital rules and regulations. This is why GoContractor is […] read more

In 2016/17, the total cost of workplace illness and injury in Great Britain was £15.0 billion. Of these costs, £9.7 billion accounted for ill health, and […] read more

Construction productivity is intractable. That’s what a recent report from McKinsey Global Institute says. While other industries like manufacturing and retail have transformed themselves and their […] read more

What is your company’s most valuable asset? If you said your workforce, you’re right. Without good workers, businesses tend to struggle badly. The last thing you […] read more

Women account for half of the global employment potential. Yet, their talents and personal insights remain under-utilized in the Renewable Energy sector. In fact, there’s a […] read more

Your mission: preparing your construction machinery for safe, reliable transport. Stress levels: over 9000! The shipment of heavy equipment is no easy feat (no pun intended). […] read more