Considerate Constructors scheme
The Considerate Constructors Scheme is a voluntary Code of Practice, driven by the industry, which seeks to:
- minimise any disturbance or negative impact (in terms of noise, dirt and inconvenience) sometimes caused by construction sites to the immediate neighbourhood
- eradicate offensive behaviour and language from construction sites
- recognise and reward the contractor's commitment to raise standards of site management, safety and environmental awareness beyond statutory duties.
Code of Practice
Consideration
All work is to be carried out with positive consideration to the needs of traders and businesses, site personnel and visitors, pedestrians, shoppers and general public. Special attention is to be given to the needs of those with sight, hearing and mobility difficulties.
Environment
Noise from construction operations and all other sources is to be kept to a minimum at all times. Consideration should be given to the selection and use of resources, using local wherever possible. Attention should be paid to waste management and the avoidance of pollution - recycling of surplus materials is encouraged.
Cleanliness
The working site is to be kept clean and in good order at all times. Temporary safety barriers, lights and warning signs are to be maintained in a clean and safe condition. Surplus materials and rubbish shall not be allowed to accumulate on the site or spill over on to the surrounding environment. Dust from construction operations shall be kept to a minimum.
Neighbourliness
General information regarding the scheme shall be provided for all neighbours affected by the work. Full and regular communications with neighbours, including adjacent traders and businesses, regarding programming and site activities shall be maintained from pre-start to completion.
Respect
Respectable and safe standards of dress shall be maintained at all times. Lewd or derogatory behaviour and language should not be tolerated, under threat of severe disciplinary action. Pride in the management and appearance of the site and the surrounding environment is to be shown at all times. Operatives shall be instructed in dealing with the general public.
Safety
Construction operations and site vehicle movements are to be carried out with care and consideration for the safety of the general public, traders, shoppers as well as site personnel. No building activity shall be a security risk to others.
Responsiblity
Considerate Constructors will ensure that all site personnel, specialist sub-contractors, drivers and any other persons working on the site understand and implement the obligations of this Code, and will monitor their compliance with it.
Accountability
Considerate Constructors Scheme posters are to be displayed around the site, giving names and telephone numbers of staff who can be contacted in response to issues raised by the general public, traders, shoppers and others affected by the site operations.
Guide for site managers
Details of standards and good practice are available in a site managers guide produced by the Conciderate Constructors scheme
Contacts
For more information about the Considerate Constructors scheme, contact:
Considerate Constructors scheme
PO Box 75
Great Amwell
Ware
SG12 9UY
Phone: 0870 783 1423
E-mail: enquiries@ccscheme.org.uk
Website: http://www.ccscheme.org.uk