Facts on roadworks with no-work zones
Roadworks on less busy roads, or mobile works can be made safe by implementing a no-work zone. A no-work zone means: Creation of an area of 1 metre between the […]
Asphalt worker-Facts
Facts on forms of marking
There are many different types of marking, and the type you use depends on the size and nature of the roadworks. We differentiate between the following forms of marking: Traffic […]
Facts on low delineation plans according to the rules
When roadworks are to be carried out, a clear delineation plan must be prepared which ensures that the work site is carefully marked out. A delineation plan must include the […]
Remember safety in traffic
When working in traffic, you are very vulnerable. Therefore, you must be aware of how to screen off roadworks. Roadworks will almost always cause inconvenience to road users, so screening […]
Protective equipment: Working with asphalt
Asphalt contains substances and materials that can be harmful to health. Therefore, you have to pay particular attention to your protective equipment. Here, you can download a guide in which […]
Facts on roadworks lasting one day only
Roadworks can be many things. And even if minor tasks are being carried out, you must always remember screening for the sake of your own safety. Minor roadworks include: Putting […]
If your hearing is damaged by noise, your hearing will never be the same again
If you work with noise levels in excess of 80 dB(A), there is a risk of you suffering from chronic hearing impairment. The louder the noise, the greater the risk […]
Facts on electing a safety representative on the building site
On the building site: When there are 5 employees from the same company on site for more than 14 days, a safety representative has to be elected. Everyone (except for […]
Facts on ear defenders in general:
Ear defenders should not just damp as much noise as possible. You should always be able to communicate with other people on site and hear if anybody is shouting a […]
Facts on electing a safety representative at the home company
At the home company When the company employs 10 people, a safety representative must be elected. The safety representative is elected by all employees of the company, or of the […]
Technical arrangements that can help you:
Damp noise – for instance, shut off equipment that is not in use, avoid banging metal on metal. Damp noisy machines – such as by using cabs on contract machinery, […]
Facts on the safety coordinator
The safety coordinator is appointed by the developer, and his job is to coordinate safety in shared areas on site. The coordinator must convene safety meetings on site at least […]
You should not rely on the things you hear being correct!
It can be difficult to tell whether noise is too loud for you. A change in noise level of 1 dB(A) is almost imperceptible. A change of 3 dB(A) halves […]
Facts on the Danish Working Environment Authority
The Danish Working Environment Service is the public authority working in respect of the working environment. Its job is to help create safe, healthy work that promotes development by: Inspecting […]
Technical details on ear defenders:
Ear defenders must be worn as soon as there is a risk of a noise load of 80 dB(A) To make sure your hearing is not damaged. You can use […]