Every employer must ensure they select a Lead Worker Representative and that their teams are trained in Covid19 awareness according to the Returning to Work Safely Protocol. Orlagh Deegan owner of www.choicetraining.ie is an experienced health and safety trainer. Initially she was first to market with Covid19 Compliance Officer training courses for the construction industry and was […]
New ACEI president Conor McCarthy, a director of consulting engineering firm Jennings O’Donovan, believes that the Government needs to increase and not reduce spending on major infrastructural projects, in the face of any recession caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. Mr McCarthy is taking up the role as president of the Association of Consulting Engineers of […]
As part of the emergency construction projects delivered by contractors across Ireland during the Covid-19 lockdown, Westmeath contractors, Magan Construction were specified as the main contractors on the Connolly Hospital, Covid-19 emergency project in Dublin. The project consisted of the refurbishment of a 22 bed, Covid-19 Unit at the hospital. New washroom facilities and high-tech […]
The construction sector in Ireland has been one of the first big industries to reopen since the March Covid lockdown. With an estimated workforce of over 150 000 across the Republic and a dire need for infrastructure, housing and development projects to be completed it is a vital this sector gets moving again. Under the Government’s 5 phase return to work strategy, the construction sector cautiously re-opened as […]
Sonica, the leading construction company, has appointed Andreas Heil as Head of Design and Architecture. In his role with Sonica, Heil will support and lead all creative teams responsible for project design and sustainability and will also cover all design-related areas that support the continued global expansion of Sonica. Donnacha Neary, Founder and MD of Sonica said: “We are […]
The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) has launched its annual SEAI Energy Awards and is calling on climate action champions to showcase their achievements. Now in their 17th year, the SEAI Energy Awards recognise and reward excellence in sustainable energy in business, community, research, buildings, renewables and public sector. The Climate Action Plan has actions and […]
Belfast-based concrete specialist Adcrete passes on expertise from its sister company Christeyns, adding hygiene products to its portfolio as the construction industry gears up to return to work. “As the construction industry gets back to work and in line with Site Operation Procedures set out by the Construction Leadership Council, changes will need to be […]
In times of uncertainty, regular HVAC maintenance is extremely important as it keeps a business’ HVAC system performing efficiently. The nature of HVAC maintenance does change depending on the season, and Eco M&E is on hand to help its customers know what to expect at different times of the year. With many years of experience […]
Following the government announcement on 1st May, Chadwicks Group, Ireland’s leading builders’ merchants will reopen branches nationwide from 18th May to cater for the construction industry. Customers are being encouraged where possible to pre-order with their local branch via phone or email and orders will be available for collection at the branch. Chadwicks Group closed its 50 […]
The State must maintain investment in social housing as part of the Covid-19 recovery package according to the Housing Alliance, a collaboration of six of Ireland’s largest Approved Housing Bodies (AHBs). The Housing Alliance held an online political briefing for members of the Oireachtas, highlighting the key role Approved Housing Bodies (AHBs) play in addressing the challenges […]
