Considerate Construction Scheme Launch Star Rated Performance Posters
The Considerate Construction Scheme has launched a new star-rated system, allowing contractors and clients to display their ‘considerate credentials’ to the public for the first time.
The new scheme allows registered sites to purchase A1 posters which clearly display their latest monitor score using a star-rated system. The posters were designed and developed in response to requests from registered clients looking for ways to demonstrate their credentials to the public.
Edward Hardy, Chief Executive of the scheme, believes that the posters will contribute towards the creation of a more positive image of the construction industry. “The introduction of the star ratings system provides an easily identifiable and quantifiable way for the public, local community and workforce to understand the extent to which sites and companies are performing against the Scheme’s Code of Considerate Practice,” he explained.
“This code is designed to encourage the industry to improve the image of construction through caring about appearance, respecting the community, protecting the environment, securing everyone's safety and valuing their workforce. We believe the introduction of these posters and certificates will help to present an even more positive image of the industry to the public.”
Poster launch
The posters were launched at the new US Embassy, currently under construction in Nine Elms, Wandsworth. The site, which is run by B.L Harbert International in conjunction with Sir Robert McAlpine, received a 5-star rating poster, something Bob Kay, Project Manager for Sir Robert McAlpine, is extremely proud of.
“We take pride in providing a working environment that not only attracts like-minded personnel to the site but aims to do so in a way that demonstrates our commitment, not only to the site and its personnel, but also to the wider community, he said. “Receiving such recognition from the Considerate Constructors Scheme demonstrates that we are achieving this aim.”
Councillor Ravi Govindia, leader of Wandsworth Council, has also expressed her delight at the scheme. “With so much construction activity underway, it is essential that the growing numbers of people living and working in Nine Elms have clear information about how construction sites are performing. I am delighted that B.L. Harbert International and Sir Robert McAlpine have been recognised for their sterling work on the new US Embassy – creating an iconic new building for Wandsworth and for London.”
Want to get involved with Considerate Construction’s Rating Scheme?
CCS posters, which are available to registered companies and suppliers, will cost £11 (+VAT), and can be purchased on the CCS website.
