29 September to 1 October 2026
Join HSE at UK Construction Week at the NEC, Birmingham (Stand H22).
On Wednesday 30 September David Towler, HSE's Principal Specialist Inspector of Occupational Hygiene, will provide practical insight into the health risks associated with engineered stone and, crucially, what HSE inspectors are looking for when they visit a site.
The discussion will explore the responsibilities of clients, designers and contractors when specifying and selecting materials, and how better decisions can help reduce risks during your construction project.
You can:
HSE's Working Minds campaign helps employers prevent work-related stress and support good mental health at work.
As part of the campaign a video has been created which highlights how early action and simple conversations can help reduce the risk of work-related stress.
To watch the video or for further HSE information and guidance, you can:
You can also sign up to the Construction Leadership Council’s Mental Health Joint Code of Practice (JCOP).
The Asbestos Network brings HSE and stakeholders together to help prevent and minimise work-related asbestos exposure across Great Britain.
Hosted on the CONIAC website, the Network exists to complement and enhance the letter and spirit of the existing regulatory framework.
Licensed asbestos removal contractors and others involved in asbestos work can access summarised guidance on Asbestos Network Technical Working Group (ANTWG) discussions.
The latest ANTWG discussion summary includes guidance on leak testing risk assessments, which can be accessed through Appendix 01/26.
It is recommended that ANTWG guidance should be read in conjunction with the following HSE guidance:
Join a nationwide campaign this October, encouraging construction companies to pause work and focus on health, safety and wellbeing
The Civil Engineering Contractors Association's (CECA) 'Stop. Make a Change' campaign has been running since 2017. This year, the campaign is shining a spotlight on 3 critical risks that continue to affect the civil engineering industry:
- serious injuries and fatalities
- serious work-related health conditions
- mental health issues
CECA is providing free campaign resources to support companies in the infrastructure, construction and built environment sectors to get involved, alongside a range of free events, webinars, and learning opportunities.
HSE training courses are delivered by experts to help organisations comply with the law and keep workforces healthy and safe.
Visit our website for a full list of HSE's training courses, which include:
WWT events
The CONIAC website includes the regional groups that make up the Working Well Together Initiative (WWT) and its health and safety events. These include:
Intelligent demolition planning seminars 2026
HSE, the National Federation of Demolition Contractors, and the Institute of Demolition Engineers have been delivering free sessions on planning safe, compliant and successful demolition projects. Dates and locations of the remaining seminars are:
- 15 October, Cardiff
- 11 November, Glasgow
To find out more and to register for your free place, visit NFDC Talks 2026.
HSE's demolition guidance and information is also available.
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