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Boy’s death highlights need for professional site protection

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IGKEvn9 The tragic death of a young boy on a construction site in Glasgow is a bitter reminder of the need for professional construction site protection, says industry leaders SafeSite Facilities.

Shea Ryan – ten-years old - managed to gain access into a building site in Glasgow with friends through insecure perimeter hoarding. He tried to climb down an open manhole, lost his footing, and suffered a fatal fall.

Leeds College of Building plumbing department receives top exam results

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8H1AJjx A recent examination report for Level 2 and 3 ‘technical’ plumbing qualifications at Leeds College of Building reveals exceptional results for 2023.

Overall pass rates for the exam element of the City & Guilds Level 2 Technical Certificate in Plumbing Studies at the College were 100% compared to a national average of 87%, with 40% of students achieving a Distinction grade.

Construction tendering tech specialist launches in the UK and Ireland

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EstimateOne 0n5984 , a market leader in digital commercial construction tendering, announces its launch in the UK and Ireland.

Established in 2009, EstimateOne is a pioneering digital solution specifically designed to combat the obstacles faced by estimators during the tendering process. Drawing from his expertise as an estimator, Co-founder Mike Ashcroft, alongside Andrew Ritchie, built a platform that has revolutionised the engagement of main contractors and subcontractors in the construction industry.

Spider operator ‘jumps at chance' to go large with Hinowa

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APS Hinowa Fletcher Access Apr 23 MED Work at height specialist Fletcher Access has placed an order for the new Hinowa Lightlift 40.18 - the biggest spider lift ever produced by Hinowa - as it renews its platform fleet.

The Worcester-based company has also taken delivery of a new Hinowa Lightlift 20.10 spider lift, putting it to good use on a maintenance project at a 19th Century Grade II listed Greek Revival country house.

Durite show new camera technology and online equipment selection tool at RTX

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130523 Durite AHD range in action 002 Durite, a leading UK supplier of safety camera solutions for commercial vehicles, are showcasing their latest range of AHD (analogue high definition) vehicle safety products and a new, online equipment selection tool at this year’s Road Transport Expo in Stoneleigh.