ConstructionSkills and Ucatt call for improved communication on site - VIDEO

ConstructionSkills has teamed up with construction union Ucatt to encourage construction firms to improve on-site communication in a bid to reduce numbers of accidents in the industry.

The two organisations have produced the Worker Engagement Toolkit, a film aimed at teaching construction firms that communication between employers and workers can drastically increase health and safety awareness, and therefore lead to a reduction in the number of accidents.

In addition, effective worker engagement can help to increase turnover, and help firms to safeguard their business during tough times.

The Heath & Safety Executive (HSE) recently commissioned research, carried out by Glasgow Caledonian University, which found that the lack of communication between management and the workforce was an on-going problem that led to accidents taking place when simple communication could have prevented them.

Worker Engagement Toolkit trailer

The first 20 copies of the DVD are free on a first come first served basis after which it will cost £20 and is available to buy from ConstructionSkills or calling 0344 994 41 22