Product Description

Following the successful format and structure of the bestselling Introduction to Health and Safety at Work, this book covers the specific challenges faced by the construction industry as well as the basics of occupational safety and health in general. It fully covers the syllabus of the NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Safety and Health. The text is easy to read, highly illustrated in full color, and supported with checklists, report forms and record sheets used currently in the industry. Students are supported with end of chapter questions, a study skills chapter and specimen assignments including specimen answers. The third edition has been updated in line with recent changes in legislation including CDM 2007. NEBOSH Cert. in Construction Safety & Health Students; degree courses/ HND/ HNC in Construction & the Built Environment, Construction Design & Management, or gen. mgmt. construction. Building & civil eng. professionals: Site managers & agents; CDM duty holders; Construction designers & architects; Planning supervisors. H&S professionals.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #21692 in Books
• Published on: 2008-06-12
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 624 pages

Review
"This study book complements training with a structured approach to give students the tools to allow positive safety management within the construction industry." --John Lacey, FIOSH, RSP, FSIA, MASSE, Past President of IOSH and the Past Chairman of the Construction Specialist Group

"This reference book is an excellent study aid for those engaging in the new NEBOSH Construction Certificate syllabus. The text of this book is well laid out and easy to read. It follows a logical sequence similar to that instigated on a project - namely planning through implementation to review." --Lawrence Webb, MIOSH, RSP, AIEMA, Costain Limited & International SHE Manager

Technical books fulfil two main purposes. They are either a basis of study for the student preparing for exams or they are where busy practitioners go to find quick answers to unfamiliar problems. Many text books do not do both. This one does. I have a shelf full of turgid books essential to the student but which remain largely unread and rarely consulted. Whilst modestly describing itself as an introduction to the subject, I am sure many practitioners would agree that this work covers as much of it as they are likely to need. I have possessed mine for only two months yet already it is a constant companion. It is most attractively presented with many colour illustrations, charts and schedules. The chapter topics are well chosen and apposite. Each chapter is split into short digestible sections and best of all, the index has not let me down yet. Towards the end of the book is an invaluable 85 page, easily navigated, chapter on the main legal requirements governing the subject. Aimed at covering the NEBOSH syllabus, the content is necessarily comprehensive. At the same time it is accessible and guides the busy practitioner quickly to assistance on the subject matter before him. I can well recommend this book to all in the Construction Industry who seek an attractively presented, clear, concisely written but nonetheless full guide to a subject now so dominant in the design and exection of its products." --Amazon.co.uk review of the first edition, 5 stars out of 5, A text book for student and practitioner 6 Mar 2006 Reviewer: Richard D D Woolley (London UK)

Review
"This study book complements training with a structured approach to give students the tools to allow positive safety management within the construction industry."
- John Lacey, FIOSH, RSP, FSIA, MASSE, Past President of IOSH and the Past Chairman of the Construction Specialist Group

"This reference book is an excellent study aid for those engaging in the new NEBOSH Construction Certificate syllabus. The text of this book is well laid out and easy to read. It follows a logical sequence similar to that instigated on a project - namely planning through implementation to review."
- Lawrence Webb, MIOSH, RSP, AIEMA, Costain Limited & International SHE Manager

Amazon.co.uk review of the first edition, 5 stars out of 5
A text book for student and practitioner, 6 Mar 2006
Reviewer: Richard D D Woolley (London UK)
"Technical books fulfil two main purposes. They are either a basis of study for the student preparing for exams or they are where busy practitioners go to find quick answers to unfamiliar problems. Many text books do not do both. This one does. I have a shelf full of turgid books essential to the student but which remain largely unread and rarely consulted. Whilst modestly describing itself as an introduction to the subject, I am sure many practitioners would agree that this work covers as much of it as they are likely to need. I have possessed mine for only two months yet already it is a constant companion. It is most attractively presented with many colour illustrations, charts and schedules. The chapter topics are well chosen and apposite. Each chapter is split into short digestible sections and best of all, the index has not let me down yet. Towards the end of the book is an invaluable 85 page, easily navigated, chapter on the main legal requirements governing the subject. Aimed at covering the NEBOSH syllabus, the content is necessarily comprehensive. At the same time it is accessible and guides the busy practitioner quickly to assistance on the subject matter before him. I can well recommend this book to all in the Construction Industry who seek an attractively presented, clear, concisely written but nonetheless full guide to a subject now so dominant in the design and exection of its products."

About the Author
By Mr. Phil Hughes, MSc, FIOSH, RSP and Dr. Ed Ferrett, PhD, BSc (Hons Eng), CEng, MIMechE, MIEE, MIOSH

Customer Reviews

A text book for student and practitioner
Technical books fulfil two main purposes. They are either a basis of study for the student preparing for exams or they are where busy practitioners go to find quick answers to unfamiliar problems. Many text books do not do both. This one does. I have a shelf full of turgid books essential to the student but which remain largely unread and rarely consulted. Whilst modestly describing itself as an introduction to the subject, I am sure many practitioners would agree that this work covers as much of it as they are likely to need. I have possessed mine for only two months yet already it is a constant companion. It is most attractively presented with many colour illustrations, charts and schedules. The chapter topics are well chosen and apposite. Each chapter is split into short digestible sections and best of all, the index has not let me down yet. Towards the end of the book is an invaluable 85 page, easily navigated, chapter on the main legal requirements governing the subject. Aimed at covering the NEBOSH syllabus, the content is necessarily comprehensive. At the same time it is accessible and guides the busy practitioner quickly to assistance on the subject matter before him. I can well recommend this book to all in the Construction Industry who seek an attractively presented, clear, concisely written but nonetheless full guide to a subject now so dominant in the design and exection of its products.

Highly Recommended
This is the bible of health and safety in construction. An absolute must for all industry professionals and NEBOSH students. If you only buy one health and safety book about construction make it this one.

Best currently available
I bought this book while studying for the NEBOSH National Diploma. Its an excellent source of information on Construction Safety. Although aimed at students preparing for the NEBOSH Construction Certificate ,this book is very useful background reading for Diploma students, particularly those involved in construction. The industry has undergone considerable change in health and safety regulation over the last ten years in an effort to reduce the appalling accident rates. This has resulted in many new pieces of legislation and this book explains the implications of new legislation in a clear and concise manner. Thoroughly recommended.