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	* Construction health risks.		* Construction health risks.
−	* Construction Site Security guide.
	* Construction sites urged to integrate test and trace.		* Construction sites urged to integrate test and trace.
	* Health and safety for building design and construction.		* Health and safety for building design and construction.
−	* ~~Health and safety for building design and construction~~.	+	* Personal protective equipment.

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Editor: moved Health and Safety Tips for Using On-Site Accommodation During COVID-19 to Pandemic safety for on-site accommodations

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moved Health and Safety Tips for Using On-Site Accommodation During COVID-19 to Pandemic safety for on-site accommodations

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−	= ~~Health and Safety Tips for Using On-Site Accommodation During COVID-19 =~~	+	[[File:Bunkabin_Bespoke_Sleeper.jpg\|link=File:Bunkabin_Bespoke_Sleeper.jpg]]

−	~~[[File:Bunkabin Bespoke Sleeper.jpg]]~~	+	= Introduction =

−	Ensuring on-site accommodation is both safe and fit for purpose in the construction industry is of huge importance. With ~~the~~ additional requirements brought to light due to the pandemic, it has never been more essential for employers to follow all of the necessary health and safety steps to protect their workers.	+	Ensuring on-site accommodation is both safe and fit for purpose in the construction industry is of huge importance. With additional requirements brought to light due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it has never been more essential for employers to follow all of the necessary health and safety steps to protect their workers. When it comes to creating safe on-site accommodation that is also COVID-secure, construction companies need to ensure that they have enhanced health and safety procedures in place.

−	When it comes to creating safe on-site accommodation that is also COVID-secure, construction companies need to ensure that they have enhanced health and safety procedures in place. From traditional workplace cleaning methods to social distancing measures; we have outlined the specific steps construction companies need to consider in this article.	+	= Provide additional PPE for all staff =

−	~~== Provide Additional~~ PPE ~~For All Staff ==~~	+	PPE is incredibly important not just within the workplace but also when staff are using on-site accommodation. PPE such as masks should be provided, regularly disposed of and replaced to ensure employees are protected while they work.

−	PPE is incredibly important not just within the workplace but also when staff are using on-site accommodation. PPE such as masks should be provided, regularly disposed of and replaced to ensure your employees are protected while they work.	+	= Keep facilities clean =

−	~~== Keep Facilities Clean ==~~	+	When providing on-site accommodation for employees, construction companies need to ensure that these facilities are regularly cleaned and disinfected. Before employees enter the facilities a deep, sanitising clean should be carried out. This should be followed by regular cleaning throughout the usage of the facilities to prevent the spread of bacteria.

−	When providing on-site accommodation for your employees, you need to ensure that these facilities are regularly cleaned and disinfected. Before your employees enter the facilities a deep clean and sanitise should be carried out, and you should also have regular cleaning throughout the time of your worker’s stay to prevent the spread of bacteria.	+	= Make use of safety signs =
−		+
−	== Make ~~Use~~ of ~~Safety Signs =~~=	+

	Not only are standard health and safety measures important in the workplace and in on-site accomodation, but it’s also important that employees are reminded of the new restrictions put in place to protect them and others against COVID - for example, social distancing measures and the introduction of hand sanitising stations. Strategically place safety signs and instructions around the facilities to make it clear what is expected of employees.		Not only are standard health and safety measures important in the workplace and in on-site accomodation, but it’s also important that employees are reminded of the new restrictions put in place to protect them and others against COVID - for example, social distancing measures and the introduction of hand sanitising stations. Strategically place safety signs and instructions around the facilities to make it clear what is expected of employees.

−	== Stock up on ~~Sanisiting Supplies =~~=	+	= Stock up on sanisiting supplies =

	All buildings including accommodation should be well-stocked with hand sanitiser and plenty of other hygiene products to make it easy for employees to regularly keep clean but also keep their living and working spaces clean.		All buildings including accommodation should be well-stocked with hand sanitiser and plenty of other hygiene products to make it easy for employees to regularly keep clean but also keep their living and working spaces clean.

−	== Limit ~~Contact Where Possible =~~=	+	= Limit contact where possible =

−	On-site accommodation is ~~a great~~ option for those working in construction as ~~you can provide~~ employees with all of the facilities required in one individual cabin, preventing the need of sharing communal facilities such as toilets, kitchens and showers.	+	On-site accommodation is an option for those working in construction as it provides employees with all of the facilities required in one individual cabin, preventing the need of sharing communal facilities such as toilets, kitchens and showers.

−	If this isn’t possible and ~~you have to provide~~ communal facilities ~~within your accommodation offering~~, ~~you~~ should ~~create rotas~~ to limit the number of staff members that are allowed to share the same facilities at once ~~and~~ avoid large numbers of people being on-site at the same time.	+	If this isn’t possible and communal facilities are necessary, a rota should be created to limit the number of staff members that are allowed to share the same facilities at once. This also serves as a measure to avoid large numbers of people being on-site at the same time.

−	== Plan ~~The Layout~~ and ~~Accessibility~~ of ~~Accommodation Areas =~~=	+	= Plan the layout and accessibility of accommodation areas =

−	~~It’s crucial that you have planned the~~ layout and occupancy of any on-site accommodation ~~when setting it up~~ to ensure that it is in line with the current COVID-19 guidelines. This might require ~~you to set up~~ different locations or camps to keep teams isolated from each other.	+	The layout and occupancy of any on-site accommodation should be carefully planned to ensure that it is in line with the current COVID-19 guidelines. This might require different locations or camps to keep teams isolated from each other.

−	This is particularly important if ~~you are bringing~~ in seasonal workers from overseas as they may be required to quarantine upon arrival ~~or for~~ shielding ~~anyone that needs~~ to self-isolate. ~~You should also~~ pay close attention to who is entering and leaving ~~your~~ worksite and accommodation areas at all times so ~~you will be able~~ to control and prevent any viral transmission.	+	This is particularly important if becomes necessary to bring in seasonal workers from overseas, as they may be required to quarantine upon arrival. It is also helpful in situations where shielding must take place when someone may need to self-isolate. It is important to pay close attention to who is entering and leaving the worksite and accommodation areas at all times so it is possible to control and prevent any viral transmission.

−	== Ensure ~~The Correct Temperature~~ is ~~Maintained =~~=	+	= Ensure the correct temperature is maintained =

−	~~In a recent [https://www.bunkabin.co.uk/blog/most-common-health-and-safety-complaints-about-workplace-revealed survey], when~~ participants were asked to rate the importance of certain physical factors in the workplace environment, the majority of people ~~(42%)~~ chose comfortable temperature as their biggest concern.	+	When participants were asked to rate the importance of certain physical factors in the workplace environment, the majority of people chose comfortable temperature as their biggest concern.Air ventilation is equally important, especially at the moment due to COVID-19, making it essential that on-site accommodation is well-ventilated and the temperature is well maintained to keep workers comfortable and prevent any potential spread of bacteria.

−	~~Air ventilation is equally as important, especially at the moment due to COVID-19, making it essential that~~ on~~-site accommodation is well-ventilated and the temperature is well maintained to keep workers comfortable and prevent any potential spread of bacteria.~~	+	= Related articles on Designing Buildings =

−	~~To summarise, there are many different things construction companies need~~ to ~~consider to ensure their on-site accommodation~~ and ~~facilities are COVID-secure~~ and ~~safe~~ for ~~all employees~~. From increasing the amount of PPE, introducing rotas to allow social distancing, and carrying out regular sanitation of areas - all of these steps are incredibly important going forward, and should be made standard health and safety ~~procedures in the workplace~~.	+	* Construction health risks.
		+	* Construction Site Security guide.
		+	* Construction sites urged to integrate test and trace.
		+	* Health and safety for building design and construction.
		+	* Health and safety for building design and construction.

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= Health and Safety Tips for Using On-Site Accommodation During COVID-19 =

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Ensuring on-site accommodation is both safe and fit for purpose in the construction industry is of huge importance. With the additional requirements brought to light due to the pandemic, it has never been more essential for employers to follow all of the necessary health and safety steps to protect their workers.

When it comes to creating safe on-site accommodation that is also COVID-secure, construction companies need to ensure that they have enhanced health and safety procedures in place. From traditional workplace cleaning methods to social distancing measures; we have outlined the specific steps construction companies need to consider in this article.

== Provide Additional PPE For All Staff ==

PPE is incredibly important not just within the workplace but also when staff are using on-site accommodation. PPE such as masks should be provided, regularly disposed of and replaced to ensure your employees are protected while they work.

== Keep Facilities Clean ==

When providing on-site accommodation for your employees, you need to ensure that these facilities are regularly cleaned and disinfected. Before your employees enter the facilities a deep clean and sanitise should be carried out, and you should also have regular cleaning throughout the time of your worker’s stay to prevent the spread of bacteria.

== Make Use of Safety Signs ==

Not only are standard health and safety measures important in the workplace and in on-site accomodation, but it’s also important that employees are reminded of the new restrictions put in place to protect them and others against COVID - for example, social distancing measures and the introduction of hand sanitising stations. Strategically place safety signs and instructions around the facilities to make it clear what is expected of employees.

== Stock up on Sanisiting Supplies ==

All buildings including accommodation should be well-stocked with hand sanitiser and plenty of other hygiene products to make it easy for employees to regularly keep clean but also keep their living and working spaces clean.

== Limit Contact Where Possible ==

On-site accommodation is a great option for those working in construction as you can provide employees with all of the facilities required in one individual cabin, preventing the need of sharing communal facilities such as toilets, kitchens and showers.

If this isn’t possible and you have to provide communal facilities within your accommodation offering, you should create rotas to limit the number of staff members that are allowed to share the same facilities at once and avoid large numbers of people being on-site at the same time.

== Plan The Layout and Accessibility of Accommodation Areas ==

It’s crucial that you have planned the layout and occupancy of any on-site accommodation when setting it up to ensure that it is in line with the current COVID-19 guidelines. This might require you to set up different locations or camps to keep teams isolated from each other.

This is particularly important if you are bringing in seasonal workers from overseas as they may be required to quarantine upon arrival or for shielding anyone that needs to self-isolate. You should also pay close attention to who is entering and leaving your worksite and accommodation areas at all times so you will be able to control and prevent any viral transmission.

== Ensure The Correct Temperature is Maintained ==

In a recent [https://www.bunkabin.co.uk/blog/most-common-health-and-safety-complaints-about-workplace-revealed survey], when participants were asked to rate the importance of certain physical factors in the workplace environment, the majority of people (42%) chose comfortable temperature as their biggest concern.

Air ventilation is equally as important, especially at the moment due to COVID-19, making it essential that on-site accommodation is well-ventilated and the temperature is well maintained to keep workers comfortable and prevent any potential spread of bacteria.

To summarise, there are many different things construction companies need to consider to ensure their on-site accommodation and facilities are COVID-secure and safe for all employees. From increasing the amount of PPE, introducing rotas to allow social distancing, and carrying out regular sanitation of areas - all of these steps are incredibly important going forward, and should be made standard health and safety procedures in the workplace.

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	= Introduction =		= Introduction =

−	Ensuring on-site accommodation is both safe and fit for purpose ~~in the construction industry~~ is of huge importance. With additional requirements brought to light due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it has never been more essential for employers to follow all of the necessary health and safety steps to protect their workers. When it comes to creating safe on-site accommodation that is also COVID-secure, construction companies need to ensure that they have enhanced health and safety procedures in place.	+	Ensuring on-site accommodation is both safe and fit for purpose is of huge importance. With additional requirements brought to light due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it has never been more essential for employers to follow all of the necessary health and safety steps to protect their workers. When it comes to creating safe on-site accommodation that is also COVID-secure, construction companies need to ensure that they have enhanced health and safety procedures in place.

	= Provide additional PPE for all staff =		= Provide additional PPE for all staff =

−	PPE is incredibly important not just within the workplace but also when staff are using on-site accommodation. PPE such as masks should be provided, regularly disposed of and replaced to ensure employees are protected while they work.	+	Personal protective equipment (PPE) is incredibly important not just within the workplace but also when staff are using on-site accommodation. PPE such as masks should be provided, regularly disposed of and replaced to ensure employees are protected while they work.

	= Keep facilities clean =		= Keep facilities clean =

−	When providing on-site accommodation for employees, construction companies need to ensure that these facilities are regularly cleaned and disinfected. Before employees enter the facilities a deep, sanitising clean should be carried out. This should be followed by regular cleaning throughout the ~~usage~~ of the facilities to prevent the spread of bacteria.	+	When providing on-site accommodation for employees, construction companies need to ensure that these facilities are regularly cleaned and disinfected. Before employees enter the facilities a deep, sanitising clean should be carried out. This should be followed by regular cleaning throughout the use of the facilities to prevent the spread of bacteria.

	= Make use of safety signs =		= Make use of safety signs =

−	Not only are standard health and safety measures important in the workplace and in on-site ~~accomodation~~, but it’s also important that employees are reminded of the ~~new~~ restrictions ~~put~~ in place to protect them and others against COVID - for example, social distancing measures and the introduction of hand sanitising stations. Strategically place safety signs and instructions around the facilities to make it clear what is expected of employees.	+	Not only are standard health and safety measures important in the workplace and in on-site accommodation, but it’s also important that employees are reminded of the restrictions in place to protect them and others against COVID - for example, social distancing measures and the introduction of hand sanitising stations. Strategically place safety signs and instructions around the facilities to make it clear what is expected of employees.

−	= Stock up on ~~sanisiting~~ supplies =	+	= Stock up on sanitising supplies =

−	All buildings including accommodation should be well-stocked with hand sanitiser and plenty of other hygiene products to make it easy for employees to regularly keep clean but also keep their living and working spaces clean.	+	All buildings including site accommodation should be well-stocked with hand sanitiser and plenty of other hygiene products to make it easy for employees to regularly keep clean but also keep their living and working spaces clean.

	= Limit contact where possible =		= Limit contact where possible =

−	On-site accommodation ~~is an option~~ for those working in construction ~~as it~~ provides employees with all of the facilities required in one individual cabin, preventing the need of sharing communal facilities such as toilets, kitchens and showers.	+	On-site accommodation for those working in construction provides employees with all of the facilities required in one individual cabin, preventing the need of sharing communal facilities such as toilets, kitchens and showers.

	If this isn’t possible and communal facilities are necessary, a rota should be created to limit the number of staff members that are allowed to share the same facilities at once. This also serves as a measure to avoid large numbers of people being on-site at the same time.		If this isn’t possible and communal facilities are necessary, a rota should be created to limit the number of staff members that are allowed to share the same facilities at once. This also serves as a measure to avoid large numbers of people being on-site at the same time.
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	The layout and occupancy of any on-site accommodation should be carefully planned to ensure that it is in line with the current COVID-19 guidelines. This might require different locations or camps to keep teams isolated from each other.		The layout and occupancy of any on-site accommodation should be carefully planned to ensure that it is in line with the current COVID-19 guidelines. This might require different locations or camps to keep teams isolated from each other.

−	This is particularly important if becomes necessary to bring in seasonal workers from overseas, as they may be required to quarantine upon arrival. It is also helpful in situations where shielding must take place when someone may need to self-isolate. It is important to pay close attention to who is entering and leaving the ~~worksite~~ and accommodation areas at all times so it is possible to control and prevent any viral transmission.	+	This is particularly important if becomes necessary to bring in seasonal workers from overseas, as they may be required to quarantine upon arrival. It is also helpful in situations where shielding must take place when someone may need to self-isolate. It is important to pay close attention to who is entering and leaving the site and accommodation areas at all times so it is possible to control and prevent any viral transmission.

	= Ensure the correct temperature is maintained =		= Ensure the correct temperature is maintained =

−	When participants were asked to rate the importance of certain physical factors in the workplace environment, the majority of people chose comfortable temperature as their biggest concern.Air ventilation is equally important, especially ~~at the moment due~~ to COVID-19, making it essential that on-site accommodation is well-ventilated and the temperature is well maintained to keep workers comfortable and prevent any potential spread of bacteria.	+	When participants were asked to rate the importance of certain physical factors in the workplace environment, the majority of people chose comfortable temperature as their biggest concern. Air ventilation is equally important, especially in relation to COVID-19, making it essential that on-site accommodation is well-ventilated and the temperature is well maintained to keep workers comfortable and prevent any potential spread of bacteria.

	= Related articles on Designing Buildings =		= Related articles on Designing Buildings =
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	* Construction health risks.		* Construction health risks.
	* Construction sites urged to integrate test and trace.		* Construction sites urged to integrate test and trace.
		+	* COVID.
	* Health and safety for building design and construction.		* Health and safety for building design and construction.
	* Personal protective equipment.		* Personal protective equipment.

	[[Category:DCN_Commentary]] [[Category:DCN_Guidance]] [[Category:Health_and_safety_/_CDM]] [[Category:Client_procedures]] [[Category:Roles_/_services]]		[[Category:DCN_Commentary]] [[Category:DCN_Guidance]] [[Category:Health_and_safety_/_CDM]] [[Category:Client_procedures]] [[Category:Roles_/_services]]