Monthly Archives: October 2014
British Safety Council notes with concern the increase in work-related ill health
Written on October 30, 2014 at 2:07 pm, by IDE
The British Safety Council, while welcoming the continuing fall in the number of fatal injuries in Great Britain’s workplaces detailed in HSE’s 2013/14 health and safety statistics report published today, expressed its concern with the upward trend in the number of new work-related ill health cases. Stress, anxiety and depression and musculoskeletal disorders continue to Continue Reading »
CIC2050 Group Construction Industry Survey finds 80% of professionals feel that they make a positive difference through their job.
Written on October 30, 2014 at 2:00 pm, by IDE
The Construction Industry Council (CIC) 2050 Group today publishes the results of its national online survey, carried out in February and March this year, to find out if people are satisfied working in the industry and what inspires them. It sought views on four key themes: Attitudes to the Industry; Progress on Sustainability; Social Media; Continue Reading »
WDS Conference line-up complete
Written on October 29, 2014 at 3:53 pm, by IDE
Three more speakers have been confirmed for the World Demolition Conference that forms the first part of the World Demolition Summit in Amsterdam on November 6 2014 – Jeremey Hunt (Sellafield), Ruud Schreijer (Rusch Special Products) and Martin Bjerregaard (d3-consulting). Jeremy Hunt, Head of Projects for Site Remediation & Decommissioning at Sellafield will present a Continue Reading »
World Demolition Summit Conference 2014 Programme Goes Live
Written on October 29, 2014 at 3:39 pm, by IDE
The IDE will be there….will you? Major demolition project reports from Australia, USA, Japan, Brazil and the UK to feature in the programme. Winners of the World Demolition Awards to be announced at the awards dinner in the evening. The 2014 World Demolition Summit – held in association with the European Demolition Association (EDA) – Continue Reading »
IDE Elections 2014
Written on October 24, 2014 at 1:41 pm, by IDE
As you are all probably aware the voting has opened for the IDE Council of Management Elections 2014. We must first congratulate all of the Nominees and wish them the best of luck in the voting process. To those that are eligible to vote, you have 5 very important votes to cast, so use them Continue Reading »
CAT(UK), East Midlands IDE Regional Meeting – 8th October 2014
Written on October 14, 2014 at 1:54 pm, by IDE
On Wednesday 8th October the IDE held a very successful East Midlands Regional Meeting at the site of Caterpillar (UK) Peckleton Lane, Desford. Host, IDE Council Member, Richard Dolman, MIDE opened the meeting by welcoming all 41 members and guests. Caterpillar provided an excellent location with great facilities for the meeting and included a Steak & Ale Continue Reading »
IDE Autumn Seminar 2014
Written on October 9, 2014 at 2:14 pm, by IDE
The IDE recently held its Autumn Seminar in the glorious surroundings of the Institute of Civil Engineers at One Great George Street, Westminster,London. The day was very well attended by members with over 200 delegates attending the event along with a very good turn out from our supporting Affiliate members. Kicking off the days events, Continue Reading »
CIC invites applications for its BIM2050 Group
Written on October 7, 2014 at 10:19 am, by IDE
The Construction Industry Council has opened the application process to find the next generation of recruits for its BIM2050 Group and invites young professionals from across the industry to apply. The BIM2050 Group was established by CIC in September 2012 and chaired by David Philp Head of BIM, HM Government UK BIM Task Group. Over Continue Reading »
British Safety Council launches 2015 International Safety Awards to celebrate commitment to good Health and Safety Management at Work
Written on October 7, 2014 at 10:09 am, by IDE
The British Safety Council has formally launched its 2015 International Safety Awards, which are designed to recognise organisations from around the world who have demonstrated their commitment to ensuring the health, safety and wellbeing of their employees during the 2014 calendar year. 2015 will mark the 57th year of the International Safety Awards, which have Continue Reading »