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CIF Statement – 24th March 2020

24th Mar 2020 The ICTU and CIF are advising construction industry companies and their employees to comply with HSE guidance and protecting themselves from the Covid-19 virus. General Secretary of Congress Patricia King said ‘Essentially workers should adhere to social distancing guidelines, carry out...

CIF Statement on Covid-19 and construction

20th Mar 2020 20.03.2020 The Construction Industry Federation is constantly advising its members in relation to all HSE Guidelines and Chief Medical Officer recommendations pertaining to Covid-19. The Federation has issued Guidelines for Actions to take now to provide for health and safety for management of...

Improving health & safety by digitising on-site construction forms- Integrity Software- Corporate Partner Blog

12th Mar 2020 When it comes to embracing new technology and digitisation, the construction industry historically hasn’t been at the forefront. In this post, we explore how switching from physical forms and paperwork to their digital counterparts can help construction businesses improve health & safety...

CIF Statement on Covid-19 measures

11th Mar 2020 11.03.2020 The CIF are collaborating with Government in leading the national response to Covid-19. The initial phase is containment with the objective being to minimise the spread of Covid-19. This is the critical stage for employers and employees. Decisive, proactive containment measures...

Van rental: the low budget solution to high-end vehicles- Northgate Corporate Partner Blog

11th Mar 2020 Every industry is different, and therefore the vehicles needed can vary significantly in size, purpose and customisation. Sometimes, highly customised vehicles are required to carry out certain tasks and ensure projects are completed on time, and in these circumstances the need to access them at...

“Leveling the playing field- the role of male advocates and mentors in increasing female participation in construction.”- CIF President Pat Lucey

9th Mar 2020 This speech was delivered by CIF President Pat Lucey at the CIF's International Women's Day Breakfast Seminar, March 6th 2020 at Dunboyne Castle Hotel, Co. Meath.

“We are leading the way in making the construction industry more female friendly”- Mercury

2nd Mar 2020 At Mercury, we are leading the way in making the construction industry more female friendly. As the sector continues to face challenges relating to skills shortages, now is a time of opportunity for females targeting a career in construction. The latest CSO figures show that there has been a...

#Building Equality- Sharing your Stories- Edel King, Lioncor Developments

2nd Mar 2020 "I began my career in the construction industry 16 years ago when I started as a Site Engineer. Having qualified with a Degree in Civil Engineering, I still wasn’t sure where my place was as a female within the industry. I loved being on site and this is where I discovered my passion for...

#BuildingEquality – Sharing Your Stories: Fiona McCourt

27th Feb 2020 As part of the #BuildingEquality Campaign, Fiona McCourt, Quality Manager with Flynn shares her story.

#BuildingEquality – Sharing Your Stories: Nellie Reid

18th Feb 2020 As part of the #BuildingEquality Campaign, Nellie Reid, Managing Director at Meehan Green, shares her story as a woman in construction.