Compliance
CDM 2015 regulations, RAMS, RIDDOR reporting, and health & safety compliance guidance for UK construction.
The Golden Thread Explained: What Contractors Actually Have to Capture and Hand Over
The golden thread is not a document — it's a maintained, structured, accessible information set for higher-risk buildings. Here's what it covers, how the gateways gate it, and what a contractor has to change on site to produce it.
The Daily Site Diary: What to Record, and Why It Wins Disputes
A site diary is the cheapest evidence a contractor produces and the first document requested when a job goes wrong. Here's exactly what belongs in one, what makes an entry admissible, and the habits that keep it contemporaneous.
EICR, EIC or Minor Works: Which Electrical Certificate Do You Issue?
The three BS 7671 certificates explained — what triggers each one, what the C1, C2, C3 and FI codes actually mean, when an EICR is unsatisfactory, and the landlord deadlines that turn a report into a legal duty.
Awaab's Law: The Repair Timescales Contractors Actually Have to Hit
Awaab's Law puts legally binding clocks on damp, mould and emergency hazards in social housing. Here's what the timescales are, who they bind, and what a maintenance contractor has to evidence to keep a landlord compliant.
How to Write RAMS That Actually Get Approved
Practical guide to writing RAMS for construction projects. Covers what to include, common rejection reasons, and a template structure that gets approved first time.
CDM 2015: The Complete Guide for UK Contractors
A practical CDM 2015 guide for contractors covering duty holder roles, key responsibilities, notification requirements, and how to stay compliant on every project.
CDM 2015 Compliance Checklist for Small Contractors
A practical checklist for small UK contractors to meet their CDM 2015 duties. Covers duty holders, RAMS, site documentation, and what happens when the HSE visits.
RIDDOR Reporting Guide for Construction 2026
A clear guide to RIDDOR reporting for UK construction workers. What must be reported, how to report, deadlines, and common mistakes to avoid.
CSCS Card Requirements 2026: Types, Application, and What You Need
Everything UK construction workers need to know about CSCS cards in 2026. Card types, how to apply, trade-specific requirements, and how to track cards across your team.
RIDDOR Reporting for Construction: What You Must Report and When
A practical guide to RIDDOR reporting for construction sites. Covers reportable incidents, deadlines, how to report to the HSE, and common mistakes to avoid.
How to Write a Construction Phase Plan That Passes Every Audit
Step-by-step guide to writing a CDM 2015 construction phase plan. Covers what to include, who's responsible, common audit failures, and how to keep it current.
The Health and Safety File: What It Is, What Goes In It, and Why It Matters
A clear guide to the CDM 2015 health and safety file. Covers what to include, who's responsible, the handover process, and common gaps that catch contractors out.