There is another aspect of building works and construction and this looks more at the 'behind the scenes' aspect of buildings. The foundations of a building and discovering a problem and investigation work that can lead to these discoveries. This involves excavation work and the level of excavation will depend on the location of the pit and how far down to go to perform a through investigation.There are a few main factors which are important and need to be considered before any digging begins. This involves getting information on;

1. Underground structures
2. Water courses
3. Ground conditions

To reduce the chances of a personal injury claim there are areas that contractors and workers on a building site will look at and these include;

1. Potential collapse of the excavation area
2. Dislodging material or falling material that might be in the excavation
3. People or machinery falling into the area
4. Regular inspections

Excavation areas need to be cornered off and protected from the public. There is potential for serious harm if an excavation pit caves in and this is why supports are needed to prevent the sides caving in. The issue of excavations falling in will have been assessed during the health and safety element.

Anyone working at heights will know the benefit of being able to carry out a task as soon as possible and with the maximum safety equipment possible. Some jobs will require alot of man hours and processes, so in this case it is cost efficient to use scaffolding and towers that can remain next to the building until the work is complete.
If the job is a quick job, and the right safety assessment has confirmed this, it can be possible to use a ladder for certain jobs. These should be a last choice though if there is another option that would be safer to use and only if the job is considered low risk.

The condition of the ladder is important and must be to the industry standard, be strong enough for the duties that you need to do and all elements of the ladders must be inspected to check the condition to prevent a personal injury claim Wolverhampton. If the ladder needs to leaning to complete the task, check the following before considering using the ladder:

• Feet of the ladder have a good tread and attached firmly
• Clean rungs as these can become a slip and trip hazard and finally;
• The fastenings on the ladder are secure if extending the ladder.