Download or read book Construction Safety Handbook written by V. J. Davies and published by Thomas Telford. This book was released on 1996 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is an essential guide for all construction industry professionals, whose duty it is to preserve the health, safety and welfare of others by effective design and management.The authors describe the most common hazards of construction work and how to reduce the consequent risks. They explain the essential details of construction safety law, the organisational basis for implementing health and safety policies, and duties under current safety regulations.This edition has been fully revised to incorporate developments in construction methods and new legislative requirements.