Overcoming the Risk of Critical Delays in Construction - Using Weathering Screens to Mitigate Impact on Critical Path Activities

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Overcoming the Risk of Critical Delays in Construction - using weathering screens to mitigate impact on critical path activities

A ‘critical delay’ in construction occurs when a project milestone or task is delayed to the point where it affects the overall project completion date. These delays typically impact critical path activities - tasks that directly influence the project's timeline.

Critical delays in construction can have significant consequences for project completion. They can occur when a project's critical path is impacted, leading to an extended completion date, financial penalties, and potentially strained relationships with clients. 

Delays can stem from various factors including unforeseen site conditions and environmental factors such as inclement weather. To mitigate the impact of critical path activities it is imperative to identify potential risks and delays early on, proactively allocating resources and developing contingency plans.

This CPD demonstrates how planning for weathering screens in the construction programme can de-risk and help overcome weathering challenges, avoiding the risk of critical delays and supporting the delivery of critical path activities in line with the construction programme’s defined timescales.

Delegates will understand how to select the right type of safe and compliant weathering screen solutions for the type of works and environment. The CPD will look at comparing traditional screening methods versus innovative solutions. 

Finally, in this CPD we will discuss the ideal attributes of a screen system, the benefits of an engineered fabric screen and the legislation and certifications that may be required. 

By the end of this CPD, delegates ought to: 

1. Have an understanding of the pros and cons of traditional versus innovative screening systems. 

2. Know the challenges faced in externally screening buildings to protect against inclement weather during construction.

4. Have an overview of legislation and certifications that may be required. 

5. Understand the benefits of weathering screens and how they can de-risk and accelerate the construction programme.