Spotlight on...Being Considerate Constructors
We're proud to be Associate Members of the Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS).
The CCS is a national initiative set up by the construction industry to improve its image.
All Equans sites are registered with the CCS. Companies and sites registered are monitored against a Code of Considerate Practice, designed to encourage best practice beyond statutory requirements. The Code of Considerate Practice outlines the scheme's expectations and describes those areas that are considered fundamental for registration with the scheme, these include:
- Respect the Community: Constructors must manage their impact on their neighbourhoods and the public to support a positive experience.
- Care for the Environment: Constructors must minimise their impact and enhance the natural environment.
- Value the Workforce: Constructors must create a supportive, inclusive and healthy workplace.
As an Associate Member we also have access to the CCS's Best Practice Hub which hosts examples of construction industry best practice from across the UK, both best practice initiatives already in place or currently being developed.
One feature of the CCS Best Practice Hub is the 'Spotlight on..' which includes learning toolkits that address industrywide issues and aim to raise awareness, provide information and practical advice on how the construction industry can tackle the issue.
Through taking action to help tackle the issues highlighted, the construction industry can play an important role in making a difference, an ultimately, improve the image of construction.
The most recent Spotlight on, relates to Carbon Reduction - asking what net zero means for the industry and outlines easy and practical guidance to support companies' decarbonisation journey.
More information about the CCS Best Practice Hub or their 'Spotlight on..' feature can be found by visiting the CCS website here.
This is our commitment to you, working to the highest levels of consideration with regards to the public, our workforce and the environment. Our site will be independently assessed by experienced industry professionals, and we will use this to assess and benchmark our performance and strive for development and improvement.
Sites are scored out of 45, and at Equans our mean score is above the industry average.
For more information on the scheme, visit www.ccscheme.org.uk
