No matter what type of construction site project you are managing, keeping staff happy and comfortable whilst at work is key to a successful build project. Whether it’s a large scale housing development or a short term road maintenance job, having the right facilities available for your onsite staff is vital for both welfare and productivity. Construction site cabins are a great option for different maintenance and building projects. When working on remote sites with no access to welfare facilities, staff often will need to travel off site in order to use bathroom facilities, shelter from poor weather or take lunch breaks. But what features make a good construction site cabin? At Paragon Space, we’re here to shed some light on key elements you need to consider when choosing a construction site cabin.

FEATURES OF A GOOD CONSTRUCTION SITE CABIN

• Weatherproof

  Of course, one of the most important features of a good construction site cabin will be it’s weatherproof abilities and rain resistance. British weather conditions can be unpredictable and extremely wet or windy, causing wait times between daily buildsand maintenance jobs. Having a portable cabin on site that acts as a dry base will ensure your staff are kept comfortable during their shift. It also provides a safe break area whilst people are not working on site

• Insulation

  As mentioned before, British weather conditions can be challenging. Particularly when it is particularly cold during the autumn and winter months. Temperatures can struggle to get above freezing in some remote locations, making it unsafe for staff to work in. By supplying a well insulated construction site cabin, your team will have somewhere to warm up during breaks or hand-overs. When choosing a new construction site cabin, it’s a good idea to check there is appropriate insulation incorporated into the modular building to ensure it will preserve a comfortable temperature throughout the different seasons.- **Electrical outlets + lighting** Having the ability to easily access electrical outlets is vital for modern technologies. Whether its for charging tools or mobile phones, having suitable outlets for charging stations is a great way to maintain productivity. Being able to charge devices on site will mean staff can continue with jobs without needing to go off site to power their tools or equipment.

• Kitchen area

  As a site manager, it is important to take responsibility for your staff’s welfare. This includes having access to clean drinking water and meal preparation facilities. A good construction site cabin will have a working and accessible kitchen are. Ensuring there is a kettle and or microwave will help your staff to eat warm and filling meals which will promote a healthy wellbeing whilst on site. It will also reduce the need for staff to leave site in order to purchase hot meals

• Toilet facilities

  Everyone needs to use the toilet when at work. There is nothing more distracting than not being able to relieve your bladder when trying to complete a work task. Typically, construction sites are limited with bathroom facilities, particularly at remote locations. This can force staff to leave site in search for a toilet, wasting time and loosing productivity on a project. By ensuring your construction site cabin has an appropriate W/C or toilet cubicles will provide staff with a level of comfort should nature call. This means that your staff can stay on site whilst on-shift

• Shower/ changing rooms

  Depending on the type of work being undertaken on a construction site, a welfare cabin may need to include a shower or changing room feature. This could be essential for workers within the waste-water industry, landscaping or roadworks where particular tasks cause mess or rubble to fall on the clothes and body. Providing a usable space for employees to shower and or change out of work clothes will encourage a cleaner working environment and promote better hygiene within the wokplace.

• Secure storage for tools/ equipment

  Most construction site cabins are made from durable and super-strong materials. Great portable structures will be lockable and include steel shutters to protect windows and doors from opportunistic vandals or thieves. This means that construction site portable cabins are suitable for storing tools and equipment overnight. Construction site welfare structures are designed to be suitable for both urban and rural locations, meaning they will have appropriate security features included.

CHOOSING THE RIGHT CONSTRUCTION SITE CABIN FOR YOUR NEEDS

It can be overwhelming when trying to decide what type of construction site cabin your project will need. Especially if you expect a large number of staff on site. The key things to ensure is that your work force has access to toilet and washing facilities as well as a meal preparation and seating area that they can use throughout their time on site. At Paragon Space, we have a great choice of different temporary and portable buildings, including construction site cabins. Our range of modular structures provide excellent building sites, utility and road maintenance staff welfare facilities. Perfect solutions for both short and long term usage. Contact the Paragon Space team today for more information and advice on modular buildings for your construction site project.