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to the temporary construction workers’
amenities and accommodation, e.g.
removal of all food sources and breeding
areas.
No pets, birds or livestock should be kept
or fed unless approved by management.
Areas should be kept free of hazards, e.g.
slip, trip or fall hazards.
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In mosquito prone areas, checks for
mosquito breeding, including the presence
of larvae in all stagnant water within the
temporary construction workers’ amenities
and accommodation, should be carried
out at least once a week. Thermal fogging
should be carried out at least once every
fortnight (where risk assessment deems it
a necessary control).
Adequate controls should be put in place
to prevent pest infestations, e.g. scheduled
inspections and preventative measures
such as baits and other controls.
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If transport facilities are provided, these
should be safe, with trained drivers and in
accordance with local laws.
In remote areas or areas without public
transport, transport facilities, e.g. vans,
buses etc., should be available to assist
workers to go to nearby towns during their
free time.
Conclusion
Providing temporar y accommodation and
amenities for those working in the construction
industry, especially foreign workers, is important.
The provision of proper accommodation and
amenities can improve workers’ productivity,
health, and absenteeism. Healy (2006) proved that
in a sense, investment in workers’ accommodation
and amenities would be complementary to those
investments, such as education and training,
which permanently raise worker performance. The