CIS’s are also known as
Construction
Information
Sheets
CIS (Construction Information Sheets): Targeted specifically at the construction industry, CIS documents provide practical advice on managing risks associated with construction activities. They cover topics like safe working practices, equipment use, and regulatory compliance.
See the list of HSE CIS Documents below 👇🏻
How do HSG, INDG and CIS Standards interlink?
Think of HSG, INDG, and CIS as layers in a construction safety playbook.
HSG (Health and Safety Guidance) is like your comprehensive game plan. It covers everything you need to manage health and safety across the board. It’s detailed, it’s in-depth, and it’s for those who are serious about getting it right from the top down.
INDG (Information Documents General) is your quick reference guide. It’s straightforward, to the point, and gives you the essentials without the fluff. Ideal for getting everyone on the same page quickly.
CIS (Construction Information Sheets) are the specific plays for the construction field. They take the general principles from HSG and INDG and apply them directly to construction. This is where the rubber meets the road.
Here’s how they fit together:
Big Picture Strategy (HSG): You start with HSG to understand the full scope of health and safety management. It’s your blueprint.
Core Principles (INDG): Then, you use INDG to grasp the fundamental concepts. It’s the foundation everyone needs to understand.
Actionable Steps (CIS): Finally, you dive into CIS to get specific, actionable advice tailored to construction. This is where you implement the strategies on the ground.
Why does this matter?
Efficiency: By using all three, you’re not reinventing the wheel. You’re taking tried-and-true principles and applying them efficiently.
Compliance: You’re covering your bases legally. HSG gives you the laws and regulations, INDG simplifies them, and CIS tells you how to comply on-site.
Safety: At the end of the day, it’s about keeping people safe. These documents work together to minimize risks specific to construction.
Bottom line:
If you’re in construction, don’t just stick to one source. Leverage HSG for comprehensive strategies, INDG for clear fundamentals, and CIS for practical application. Use them together, and you’ll not only meet legal requirements but also create a safer, more efficient work environment.
Remember, knowledge isn’t power until it’s applied. So, get out there and make it happen.
Here is the list of Construction Information Sheets (CIS) organised in a table with their reference numbers and titles:
Reference |
Title |
CIS 0 |
Working Safely in Construction |
CIS 6 |
Health and Safety in Roof Work |
CIS 8 |
Safety in Demolition Work |
CIS 10 |
Tower Scaffolds |
CIS 13 |
Construction (Design and Management) Regulations |
CIS 16 |
Managing Health Risks in Construction |
CIS 17 |
Welfare Facilities at Fixed Construction Sites |
CIS 18 |
Welfare Facilities at Transient Construction Sites |
CIS 22 |
Safe Use of Ladders and Stepladders |
CIS 23 |
Safety in the Use of Abrasive Wheels |
CIS 26 |
Concrete Pumping Operations |
CIS 36 |
Construction Dust |
CIS 38 |
Safe Use of Lifting Equipment |
CIS 39 |
Slips and Trips in Construction |
CIS 47 |
Safe Use of Portable and Hand-Held Power Tools |
CIS 53 |
Stability of Structures During Construction |
CIS 54 |
Dust Control on Cut-off Saws Used for Stone or Concrete Cutting |
CIS 58 |
Safe Use of Quick Hitches on Excavators |
CIS 59 |
Safe Operation of Forward Tipping Dumpers |
CIS 60 |
Avoiding Danger from Underground Services |
CIS 61 |
Health Risks from Hand-Arm Vibration on Construction Sites |
CIS 62 |
Health Risks from Noise in Construction |
CIS 64 |
Safety in Excavations |
CIS 66 |
Safe Use of Hoists in Construction |
CIS 67 |
Safe Use of Telehandlers in Construction |
CIS 69 |
Fire Safety in Construction |
CIS 70 |
Asbestos: The Survey Guide |
CIS 72 |
Working Safely in Confined Spaces |
CIS 73 |
Preventing Falls from Vehicles |
CIS 75 |
Safety in Window Cleaning Using Rope Access Techniques |
CIS 76 |
Management of Manual Handling in Construction |
CIS 77 |
Safe Use of Site Dumpers |
CIS 78 |
Preventing Falls from Height in Construction |
CIS 79 |
Safe Use of MEWPs (Mobile Elevating Work Platforms) |
CIS 80 |
Electricity at Work: Safe Working Practices |
CIS 81 |
Safety in the Use of Piling Equipment |
CIS 82 |
Safe Use of Work Platforms on Forklift Trucks |
CIS 83 |
Safe Use of Explosives in Construction |
CIS 84 |
Site Security and Trespass |
CIS 85 |
Managing Construction Projects |
CIS 86 |
Safe Use of Motor Vehicles on Construction Sites |
CIS 88 |
Managing Health and Safety in Construction |
Please note that the HSE may have updated or withdrawn some of these information sheets since my last update in October 2023. For the most current information, please visit the HSE website or use their search function to find specific guidance.
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