Publications and proceedings

There are many hazards associated with working in the construction industry, but there is no reason why the existence of any of these hazards should cause workers to be harmed. Below is a sample of ICE publications relating to health and safety.

ICE manual of health and safety in construction

The manual provides invaluable practical guidance on how hazards can be removed, controlled or managed - from the initial design and planning stages, through construction, to asset maintenance and eventual demolition - to help maintain the safety and health of workers and others involved in or affected by construction projects. This manual gives practical, internationally relevant advice and is the essential reference for clients, project managers, designers, contractors and sub-contractors.  

C McAleenan & D Oloke.
Published June 2010.
CDM regulations 2007 explained

A comprehensive guide to the obligations of all parties to a construction project under the CDM Regulations 2007.  This book gives detailed analysis of the individual roles of each party and sets out a checklist to assist practitioners in complying with their obligations.  In line with the regulations, this book incorporates the provisions for health, safety and welfare on construction sites.  It also addresses the difficult topics of general principles and competence, and the consequences of breach of the Regulations.

R Joyce.
Published August 2007.
Health and safety law for the construction industry (2nd edition)

This edition highlights the main health and safety duties and provides extensive bibliographies that identify any related legislation and approved codes of practice and guidance.  The book also reflects the increasing tendency for construction fatalities to be investigated by the police (with a view to bringing manslaughter charges) and the usefulness of comprehensive management plans in place to deal with such crisis.

Dr Simon Joyston-Bechal & Helen Grice.
Published May 2004.
Health and safety: questions and answers: a practical approach

This book covers a broad range of health and safety topics including legal requirements, best practice and approved codes of practice.  A practical reference guide for common questions.

Pat Perry.
Published November 2003.

Further publications

Further publications on health and safety can be found in the ICE Virtual Library (many of which are freely available) or at Thomas Telford Bookshop.