CLC publish Version 3 of Site Operating Procedures

The Construction Leadership Council (CLC) has published the much anticipated Version 3 of its Site Operating Procedures. The refreshed procedures incorporated construction specific social distancing  guidance from Public Health England (PHE).

The key changes in Version 3 include confirmation that the HSE is the enforcing authority for PHE guidelines and that sites will be required to monitor the implementation of the procedures. The procedure clarifies who should not travel to work and provides guidance for those who have no option but to share transport to work.

There is also information about the hierarchy of controls which should be implemented to reduce the risk of transmission where social distancing of 2 metres cannot be achieved.

A CLC statement said: “This guidance is intended to introduce consistent measures on construction sites of all types and sizes in line with the Government’s recommendations on social distancing and ensure employers and individuals make every effort to comply.”

Build UK welcomed the latest procedure but has asked PHE to clarify the guidance for construction states that “where face-to-face contact is essential, this should be kept to 15 minutes or less wherever possible”.

In addition Build UK is seeking further guidance on the use of RPE on construction sites as a means of reducing the transmission of Coronavirus (Covid-19).

A J Morrisroe & Sons have produced an informative video to explain Covid-19 health and safety advice. You can watch it here