From small residential buildings to major infrastructure projects, modern methods of construction (MMC) – offsite manufacturing and new onsite techniques
Northern Ireland). In England, working in the construction industry remained a reasonable excuse for employees to leave their home for work purposes and allowed construction sites to stay open.
The government s
COVID-19 Response – spring 2021 (22 February 2021) introduced the government s roadmap out of the third lockdown, explaining how restrictions will be lifted over time.
Industry and government guidance
Industry bodies continue to publish useful guidance to assist businesses dealing with the consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The seventh version of the
Site Operating Procedures (SOP) was published by the Construction Leadership Council (CLC) on 7 January 2021. The SOP provides guidance on how to protect your workforce and operate sites during COVID-19. The changes are minor according to the CLC, including updated guidance on self-isolation and shielding and the removal of the requirement to display a QR code in site canteens .