Hoarding Services – Keeping Constructions Safe, Secure and Within Regulations

Whereas one meaning of hoarding is a compulsive behaviour that leads you to hang on to objects that aren’t necessarily important or valuable; our hoarding services are designed to provide security for items that are very valuable.

At Express Site Solutions, we provide scaffold hoarding and construction hoarding solutions to provide an effective, clean and well-presented perimeter, acting as not only a security measure, but also as a marketing tool. Hoarding is a vital means of not only protecting construction sites, but also their employees and the general public.

Security

As well as preventing members of the public and unauthorised personnel from entering a site where they could potentially be put under, or cause danger to others, construction site hoarding also acts as a deterrent to any would be thieves. Hoarding can be put up around a whole site, or around a certain area that requires extra security, for example, an area where expensive tooling or machinery is stored.

Regulations

In the building industry, hoarding is vital. For all constructions sites, there are government Health and Safety regulations in place that state the need to protect the general health and safety of the general public. Hoarding provides the perfect barrier to prevent members of the public from wondering onto a building site, protecting them as well as construction workers from potential accidents.

As well as Health and Safety regulations, there are also a number of regulations that apply specifically to construction. The Construction Regulations act of 2007 states that contractors must take reasonable steps to prevent unauthorised access to the site (members of the public), and that health and safety requirements must be specific to each site, requiring more robust measures for sites with a high hazard level. By complying with these regulations, builders can focus on completing their project. Hoarding solutions help contractors to meet all necessary standards.

Marketing

If hoarding is blocking a shop, or business front, hoarding can be made to suit client specifications. For example, if customers need to enter a shop through a different entrance, hoarding can be printed with the brand, and with instructions informing customers that the business is open as usual, but they will need to follow alternative directions to gain entry. Without doing this, a business may lose custom if customers and clients assume that they are closed. Hoarding solutions can provide the ideal marketing tool for a construction project, particularly if it is for a residential development, or perhaps a public building. Hoarding can be printed or plastered with marketing material, informing people of plans for the construction site.

If you are looking to find out more about construction site hoarding and other security solutions, you can visit expresssitesolutions.co.uk or call us on 0208 365 1005 to make an enquiry.

The Importance of CCTV Security Systems on Construction Sites

Generally, when people think about CCTV security systems and remote monitoring, they might think about shopping centres, supermarkets and business parks where it is important to safeguard the security of the many people who use these areas as well as prevent burglary. However, there is plenty of use for CCTV in workplaces that are not yet finished – for example, construction sites – where damage and theft could be very detrimental to the completion of a building project, especially within the initially planned timeframe and budget.

By taking the necessary precautions such as using CCTV and scaffolding security, construction sites and sites where refurbishment works are taking place can become safer and more secure during shut down hours where no work is taking place and nobody is on site. Scaffold security involves fitting scaffolding structures with an alarm which is liked to a 24 hour monitoring stations. Should an alarm be triggered, activating floodlights, this should work as a suitable deterrent to any would-be intruders, however, the link to a monitoring station provides extra security and peace of mind.

In addition to scaffold security, construction companies can also install CCTV systems on site. Similarly to scaffold security, CCTV security systems could also be linked to 24 hour remote monitoring, giving construction companies and site owner’s confidence that the site will remain safe after working hours.

Many construction sites are also equipped with permanent lighting on walk ways and other pedestrian areas to act as a further deterrent to thieves and intruders, as well as preventing any passers-by from accidentally entering the site and endangering themselves.

Site security is an essential part of any construction project, especially as many of such projects will last a number of weeks, even months, and that sites will usually be left unmanned overnight, or possible over some weekends. It is understandable that empty construction sites may thus be an inviting prospect for anyone looking cause trouble or steal or damage any expensive equipment that may be left onsite.

By installing extensive security measures such as scaffolding and CCTV security systems, construction companies and site owners can sleep a lot easier at night knowing that they have put steps in place to protect their work in progress.

Reasons For Updating On Site Security

When buildings are being renovated or are having other construction work carried out on them, very often the usual security systems which have been installed will not be sufficient.  Buildings may be surrounded by scaffolding or may be having walls knocked down or moved, leaving them open and susceptible to intruders.   At some point, new builds will also find themselves vulnerable as workmen are unable to secure doors and windows to a whole building in just one day.

Employing an on site security firm can provide many solutions to these temporary security issues.  Specialised scaffolding alarms can be set up to ensure the building remains safe and secure once any scaffolding has been assembled.  The alarms can be linked to a 24 hour monitoring station and CCTV security can also be put into place to provide added protection. 

Many CCTV security systems can provide recorded material which can be linked directly to the customer for their added peace of mind.  The site owner can receive a clear and consistent flow of activity of what is happening on site, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  The CCTV cameras act as an excellent deterrent to intruders, and even the camera boxes themselves can help to deter any unwanted visitors.  The footage from the cameras can be used as valuable evidence should there be any disturbances on the site.

Lighting is also a key security feature for construction sites when they are not being worked on.  Alarm activated flood lights are extremely useful and many are designed so that they are not falsely activated by things such as rain, snow or birds.  Specially designed beams and PIR sensors can be fitted to scaffolding and will trigger the alarm system should they be disturbed.

There are a number of on site security firms who can offer valuable security to construction sites.  Many have comprehensive websites which detail the different type of security systems they offer, so each company can choose which system would be best to suit their own needs.

For more information on updating your on site security facilities, you can visit the Express Site Solutions website.

Professional Satellite Dish Relocation Services

As the United Kingdom has switched from analogue to digital TV, satellite dishes have grown increasingly popular, as people have opted for satellite television to improve their viewing experience in the digital age. However, in the case of a building requiring construction services or exterior refurbishment, satellite dishes can pose a problem.

In some cases, in order for construction or refurbishment work to be carried out, satellite dishes must be removed and either temporarily or permanently fixed to another location. In this situation, it is important to seek the services of a company that can provide professional satellite dish relocation services so that the satellite can be removed without damaging the wall and causing problems for the construction company, or damaging the satellite dish.

Satellite dish relocation experts are trained to ensure that satellite dishes are removed and relocated with extreme care, preventing any signal problems or interference in future use. This service requires highly skilled engineers that can work efficiently and quickly in order to cause the absolute minimum of disruption.

Should a major refurbishment project take place on a building where there are likely to be a number of satellite dishes, for example, a block of residential apartments or flats, a satellite dish relocation services is therefore a much bigger and more difficult job. This involves removing all satellite dishes from walls, and temporarily relocating them to another structure, for example, scaffolding. In this situation, it is of vital importance to hire a company that specialises in large scale satellite dish relocation services in order to ensure that proceedings go as smoothly as possible.

As well as relocating satellite dishes whilst construction or refurbishment work is carried out, a satellite dish relocation service should also include the return of a satellite dish to its original place, or if not, to a more suitable position in order for it to work at optimal proficiency. All work should be carried out with a strong focus on causing the absolute minimum of disruption not only for residents, but also for construction workers contracted to work on the same building.

Given the various types of satellites that are available in the UK market, different procedures may be needed, so it is really important that you find the best satellite dish relocation service that is available.

For more information on satellite dish relocation services, you can take a look at the Express Site Solutions website.

Hoarding Services and Solutions

At Express Site Solutions, we are proud to provide hoarding services that provide construction sites with clean and well-presented security perimeters. Hoarding is perfectly suitable for all construction environments and has many uses, for example, scaffold hoarding, perimeter hoarding, floor protection, and also walkways for pedestrian access or access to stairs for temporary accommodation, should a domestic or business property be under construction.

Hoarding can be provided plain, or tailor-made to a company’s desired specifications. Whilst plain hoarding helps to create a safe security perimeter, tailor-made hoarding helps to create a professional site image, which is a must for businesses. A tailor-made hoarding solution could be produced in any colour to suit a company’s corporate image, or their corporate colour scheme if they have one.

In addition to being made in specific colours, hoarding services can also include printing the panels. Company branding or logos, advertising campaigns, or even details and designs and images of the upcoming development in order to stem interest or excitement in a building project. Even with printed hoarding panels, installation time is not affected, as all printing is completed before boards go on site.

Our hoarding services team are able to work in a wide variety of environments, including busy cities. As hoarding does can be installed without having to dig foundations into the ground, it can be erected quickly and with the absolute minimum of disruption, ensuring customer satisfaction, and without causing any potential hazards to passing pedestrians.

Due to the rapid installation of hoarding solutions, they can easily be adapted should they need to be. It is very common for a construction site to change during the duration of the project, as a certain part of a building may be re-opened, and another closed off from use whilst construction work continues.

As part of our hoarding services, we provide complete support for the duration of a hoarding hire package as well as installation and training services. For more information on hoarding solutions, you can visit the Express Site Solutions website.

Different Methods For Effective Construction Site Security

All construction site managers will be aware of the importance of keeping a site secure overnight or whenever it is not in use.  It can seem like a daunting task to secure a large site, but there are a number of different methods which can be used to keep a site protected from unwanted visitors.  Here at Express Site Solutions we focus on providing alarm systems for scaffold, flood lighting plus CCTV, all of which are effective at ensuring the safety of a building site.

Firstly, scaffold alarms can be put into place on those buildings which are surrounded with scaffold.  Even if there is no power available for use, a battery operated system can be installed.  The batteries are lithium, and very often can last for as long as 4 years, so these are ideal for those projects which are going to run for a long period of time.  Using scaffold alarms means that a site can be protected 24 hours a day if necessary, and if the alarms are activated for any reason then up to four nominated key holders will be notified.

Good lighting is another effective deterrent for unwanted visitors.  High quality flood lights which are alarm activated can light up all sorts of areas, from walkways for pedestrians to construction site entrances.  The lights can be easily attached to the exterior of almost any building and are hardwearing enough to endure all sorts of weather conditions.  Ideal for the mixed weather we face in Britain!

CCTV is yet another method which is widely favoured on construction sites.  It can monitor construction sites 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and recorded material can be forwarded onto a designated person.  Having this constant monitoring system can provide much reassurance for a busy construction site manager.  Many systems now also operate so that they can be viewed from a smartphone, meaning that the manager can view footage from wherever they may be at the time.

Putting effective construction site security methods into place is paramount for keeping a site free from unwanted visitors.  Understandably, most construction sites are not manned 24 hours a day, but having these security measure put into place can mean that the risk of damage or theft by criminals can be dramatically reduced.

To find out more about construction site security methods, feel free to take a look at the Express Site Solutions website.              

Site Setup Services Solutions For A Construction Site

Once a building project is approved by the appropriate authorities, the next step is to begin setting up a construction site ready for work to commence. However, even if construction companies have had to wait for a long time to get a project underway, it is essential that they take their time setting up a construction site. If a site is not set up correctly and thoroughly, this could lead to problems later along the line. It is always advisable to enlist professional site setup services to ensure that a construction site is set up following basic guidelines for safety and security.

The most important part of site setup services is an initial survey. When hiring an expert in site setup service solutions, they will always conduct a complete survey of the site. This survey will look closely at any health and safety risks as well as locate an existing utilities or amenities, for example, water, electricity or even phone lines. Once a survey is fully carried out, a site setup expert can consult with any architects or engineers involved in the project to decide on the boundaries for the construction site so that fencing can be erected.

Experts in site setup services solutions will be fully equipped to install any necessary electrics and plumbing for a construction site. This can include temporary electricity for any cabins or hoists on site, to lighting and emergency lighting supplies, or even high voltage power supplies for heavy machinery such as tower cranes or passenger hoists.

Specialist site setup engineers can provide extensive plumbing services and knowledge to suit all construction site requirements. This can include linking water supplies to cabins, water heaters, water check meters, lavatories and sink waste, as well as undertaking any repair or diversion work that is required due to ground work. When working with professional site setup services providers, you can be sure that all site setup work is carried out to meet all health and safety regulations/

When setting up fencing or boards around the boundaries of a construction site, it is important to fasten any company posters to the most visible part of the outer boundaries to site construction staff or passers-by. These posters should display important information for instructions in case of emergency, as well as safety, and health and safety signs. It is important that a construction site is labelled clearly as a construction site, instructing any visitors to visit the site office in the interest of their health and safety.

For more information on site setup services, you can visit Express Site Solutions.

Hiring Hoists For Your Construction Site

Hoists are commonly used in the construction industry to safely lift both people and materials to various heights alongside a structure that is being built. Some hoists are meant only to move materials, whereas others are designed to hoist both materials and humans. Understandably, with hoists moving as much as 300 or 500kg in weight, often to considerable heights, there is considerable risk involved.

When seeking hoist solutions for you construction site, it is always advisable to seek a company that specialises in a range of hoist solutions. Experts in providing hoists for a wide range of functions are likely to have a good understanding of your construction project and therefore provide the right hoist solutions for you. At Express Site Solutions, one of our representatives can visit and assess your site and then recommend the ideal hoist for your project.

By hiring the wrong type of hoist, you could stand to put your members of staff, visitors or even the general public in considerable danger. As part of an on-site assessment, hoist experts will carry out a risk assessment that is tailored for your site and provide you with all necessary health and safety information. As part of this health and safety check, a full safety check and service is undertaken on all hoist machines.

Rather than simply providing hoist solutions for your construction project, hoist specialists will will provide continued operative support throughout the duration of a contract. This support can include carrying out any necessary in-house repairs or site specific requirements.

When using dangerous equipment, it is important to have a full understanding of how to operate it. Fully qualified hoist installers and instructors are able to offer full on-site hoist operator training, ensuring that all who will use a hoist are fully familiar with how it operates as well as the hazards of using it incorrectly. Different hoist solutions will often require slightly different training, especially if they are designed to hoist materials rather than human cargo.

To find out more about hoist solutions, you can visit expresssitesolutions.co.uk.

Ensuring Your Building Site Security Solutions Are Up To Standard

Anyone involved in the building trade should know all about the importance of site security and safety. Building sites house many different items that are both dangerous and valuable, meaning that site security solutions are absolutely crucial. With many tools, materials and documents needing to be stored at a building site, not to mention, the safety of workers and members of the public to be considered, appropriate security measures must be put into place to prevent theft, or more serious consequences of a site not being properly secured.

There are a number of areas of site security solutions that must be taken into account to make sure that a building site is properly safe and secure:

High quality security lighting is very important both for safety and site security. Security lighting is often activated by alarms in order to draw more attention to a security breach. This lighting must be able to adapt to all construction sites and be durable enough to withstand all types of weather conditions. As well as security lighting, flood lighting for sites, compounds and cabin setups are also essential. For covered walkways where it can often be dark, fluorescent strip lighting is the ideal safety solution.

To fully draw attention to a security breach or break in when a building site is not operational, alarm systems are essential. Scaffold alarms ensure that buildings are safe once scaffold is assembled as they will allow only key holders to enter, meaning that scaffolding cannot be access by unauthorized people. Many scaffold alarms are also linked up to a 24 hour monitoring station and emergency response unit.

Many site security solutions also include CCTV systems, offering 24 hour remote video monitoring. CCTV systems are the site security solution that give building firms the most confidence that their site is protected as a constant stream of all onsite activity is available to see.

However, it could be argued that the most important site security solution is a highly quality and secure hoarding system. Hoarding acts as a strong perimeter fence around a building site, preventing unauthorized personal from entering a site. This means that equipment is secure and safe, but also that potential thieves, vandals or trespassers are deterred from attempting to access a building site. Hoarding is one of the most important factors in ensuring that neither workers nor the general public come into harm.

For any building project, site security should always be held in high importance, and the appropriate site security solutions should be made use of to the highest level possible.

Welcome to the Express Site Solutions Blog

Welcome to the Express Site Solutions blog where we hope to share our experience, thoughts and top tips on keeping your construction sites safe and secure.

With many years' experience of delivering site security solutions to customers across London and the South East we thought it about time we shared some of that expertise to help you make the right decisions when protecting your construction sites against theft and damage.

We hope to share our advice and update you with any relevant news from within the construction industry so please do come back and visit us to stay up to date with the latest news.

For more information you can also visit the Express Site Solutions website.