August 2018

Contents
FROM THE COVER
20 FAKING IT
With Counterfeit PPE hitting sites around the
UK, would you be able tell the real from fake?
22 CLEARED FOR TAKE-OFF
Drones have a number of uses on sites, but
there are rules that need to be followed
36 CLEAN SLATE
Beware the consequences if you look to save
time by not grading and sorting your slate
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30
FEATURES
24 INSURANCE FOCUS
Ian Hollingworth explains why contractors need to
check that they are covered through project policies
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30 THE APPRENTICE SHOW
Roofing’s in good hands if the BMI Group Apprentice of
the Year awards is any sort of barometer
32 STANDARD BEARER
John Mercer explains what roofers really need to know
following the amendments to BS: 5534
44 CUT TO THE CHASE
After hand-cutting 60,000 clay plain tiles for a project,
Andy Rowlands gives his tips for the perfect clay roof
52 FALL GUYS
Cut to falls can be expensive, Daniel Bosworth explains
how he feels you can achieve affordability
62 TALKING TORQUE
Brian Mack discusses the installation issues when
looking to achieve the right fastener torque for projects
4 TC AUGUST 2018