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Apr 23, 2024
Welfare Facilities

CDM Welfare Facilities: What Do CDM Regulations Require on a Construction Site?

The Construction (Design and Management) (CDM) Regulations were first introduced in 1994 as a means to improve health, safety, and welfare on construction sites in the UK. These regulations specify the minimum standards required to maintain the wellbeing of all workers.

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Apr 20, 2024
Septic tanks

Septic Tank Care - The Dos & Don'ts

Neglecting your house or business' septic tank can lead to costly repairs, unpleasant odours, and potential health hazards. In this blog we will explore the dos & don'ts of septic tank care.

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Apr 18, 2024
Septic tanks

How to Improve Maintenance of a Septic Tank System

In this blog post, the septic tank emptying and wastewater professionals at Universal Tankers explain everything you need to know about septic tank maintenance, why it is important, and how you can improve it by putting an emptying schedule in place.

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Apr 11, 2024
Welfare Facilities

Welfare Facilities Construction Sites Should Have

Over 30 years ago, we started our journey at Universal Tankers providing welfare units to a range of industries, from construction sites to music festivals, and we assist businesses and project managers with welfare unit servicing so their sites remain compliant with health, safety, and environmental regulations. In the following guide, our experts explain what welfare facilities construction sites should have and the relevant legal regulations.

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Mar 16, 2024
Septic tanks

How Often Should Septic Tanks Be Emptied?

Septic tanks must be regularly maintained so they can function as intended and do not pose a hazard to the environment or public health. In this blog, we explore all things septic tanks and their proper maintenance.

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Oct 12, 2023
Business News

Universal Tankers Introduce Employee Assistance Programme

Universal Tankers have introduced an Employee Assistance Programme to support their workforce. This programme is available to all Universal Tankers staff, giving them 24/7 support covering various areas or expertise. The programme Universal Tankers have chosen is provided by Health Assured.

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Apr 6, 2023
Corporate Social Responsibility

Universal Tankers big spring clean out for the great north air ambulance

Throughout March and April, Universal Tankers have been gathering up old clothes, bedding, shoes etc to donate to generate funds for the Great North Air Ambulance service.

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