The Environmental Handbooks for Building and Civil Engineering (Volume 2) : Construction Phase

This handbook contains information and practical guidance on the environmental issues likely to be encountered at each stage in the tendering and construction phases of a builidng or civil engineering project.  It is aimed at informing construciton managers, clients, designers and other consultants, engineers and scientists on their obligations and the opportunities open to them to improve the industry's environmental performance.

It is designed to be accessible to a wide readership, from those seeking a concise overview or summary of relevant issues and legislation to others seeking more detailed guidance on accepted good practice.  Reference to sources of more detailed guidance is provided whenever possible.

The handbook forms a useful checklist and inventory of possible impacts and good practice for organisations considering setting up formal environmental management systems at a corporate or project level.

List of Abbreviations Used
Introduction

Stage 1 : Tendering
Stage 2 : Project Planning and Contract Letting
Stage 3 : Site Set-Up and Management
Stage 4 : Demolition and Site Clearance
Stage 5 : Groundworks (Including Earthworks)
Stage 6 : Foundations
Stage 7 : Structural Work for Building or Civil Engineering
Stage 8 : Building Envelope
Stage 9 : Mechanical and Electrical Installations and Their Interface with Civil and Building Work
Stage 10 : Trades : Joinery, Painting, Plastering Etc
Stage 11 : Landscaping, Reinstatement and Habitat Restoration or Creation
Stage 12 : Site Reinstatement, Removal of Site Offices and Final Clear Away
Stage 13 : Handover, and Guidance on Maintenance and Records

List of Main Background and Good Practice References
Addresses of Relevant Organisations
Environmental Checklist for The Construction Phase
Index