Contractors Insurance UK

05/10/2023

At a glance Sunak’s project plan for £36bn redirected HS2 cash

Network North plan forms part of an all regions spending programme

07/11/2022

If something seems too good to be true......especially price & availability.....it probably is. Some people have no conscience so ensure the paperwork/source of your materials stack up or you could end up liable for the issues.

Large volume of counterfeit substandard roofing battens circulating in the UK

28/09/2022

Heads up.......prepare for a HSE visit - also an up to date signed Risk Assessment by employees can be very helpful in defending an Employers Liability claim.

1,000 site visits planned in coming months to check how workers are moving heavy or bulky materials

04/02/2022

You can't rely on giving people the benefit of the doubt in the Plant Hire Business.......

https://www.constructionenquirer.com/2022/02/04/surrey-scammers-steal-machines-worth-500000/

02/11/2021

Per Capita Professional Indemnity Quotes. Cover available for 232 trades

19/10/2021

https://www.constructionenquirer.com/2021/10/19/foreign-investors-to-pump-10bn-into-uk-green-infrastructure/

We have several Insurers that understand the UK Green Infrastructure and will provide competitive rates for projects.

Wind farms, green warehouses and sustainable homes make up sustainable infrastructure spend

05/10/2021

New allergen labelling law comes into force (Natasha’s Law)

From 1 October 2021, the requirements for prepacked for direct sale (PPDS) food labelling will change in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The new labelling will help protect your consumers by providing potentially life-saving allergen information on the packaging. Any business that produces PPDS food will be required to label it with the name of the food and a full ingredients list, with allergenic ingredients emphasised within the list.

Businesses should check if their products require PPDS labelling and what they need to do to comply with the new rules:

What businesses need to know about the new allergen labelling for prepacked for direct sale (PPDS) food.

22/09/2021

Ensure your Risk Assessments & Practices evidence Covid considerations.....

One prosecution so far following blitz of workplace Covid spot checks during pandemic

14/09/2021

https://www.constructionenquirer.com/2021/09/13/jetpack-launched-for-hard-to-reach-construction-sites/

Ensure your Insurer knows exaclty what you do. Failure to disclose activities could jeopardise any claims payments. If in doubt ask your broker for assistance and advice.

Star Wars technology hopes to see site professionals flying off to make building inspections

03/09/2021

https://www.constructionenquirer.com/2021/09/02/surging-demand-sees-jcbs-sold-out-until-next-year/

Ensure your Own Plant & Hired In Plant Sums Insured reflect the increased value of Plant.

We can offer quotes for Liability & Contract Works cover including Plant. Competitive rates.

Demand for machinery hits historic highs

17/08/2021

https://www.ioshmagazine.com/2021/08/16/ps34k-fine-lower-leg-amputation-incident

precautions that should be taken when using quick hitches, including:

Excavator operators should be adequately trained on the use of quick hitches in general.

Excavator operators should be competent to use the specific hitch on the machine they use.

The manufacturer-specified retaining pin must be available on the machine.

Operators should only use pins which have been designed for this specific use.

There should be a system for checking that the pin is in place on the hitch before starting the work and every time a different attachment is fitted.

Operators should be instructed not to use the machine unless they are satisfied that the quick hitch is secured in place. If the operator cannot see from the cab of the vehicle due to poor weather, then s/he must visually check from the ground.

Those in control of sites should undertake random checks to ensure the precautions are being implemented.

A construction company has been fined £34,000 following an incident that resulted in one of its workers having their leg amputated below the knee.

09/08/2021

Competitive Premiums for Top Quality Liability & Contractor's All Risks policies. FAST, FREE QUOTES.

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