As temperatures begin to fall and winter approaches, we have launched our Winter Safety Campaign, helping teams across Cemex UK prepare for seasonal conditions and reduce the risk of winter incidents, particularly slips, trips and falls.

Winter weather can quickly change conditions at our sites, from icy walkways and reduced daylight to snow, rain and slippery surfaces. The campaign provides practical tools to help managers, supervisors, employees and contractors identify potential hazards, put the right controls in place and regularly reassess conditions throughout the season.

Teams are encouraged to:

• Complete the Winter Site Safety Checklist, covering key areas including snow and ice management, lighting, PPE, welfare arrangements and emergency preparedness. Download here: Winter Site Safety Checklist 2026
• Use the Winter Safety Briefing to discuss lessons from recent winter slips, trips and falls and the practical measures we can take to prevent similar incidents. Download here: Winter Safety Briefing – Prevention of STFs
• Take a Winter Take 5 before each shift and whenever conditions change. Check the conditions, identify hazards, report and secure unsafe areas, confirm controls are working and reassess the risk.
• Display the Winter Take 5 poster in relevant workplace areas as a simple, visible reminder. Download here: Winter Take 5 Poster
• Use VFL visits to talk about winter hazards, safe walking routes, suitable footwear, anti-slip measures and the importance of reporting icy or slippery areas early. Download here: Winter Preparation & Housekeeping VFL

Sites should also adapt the campaign materials to reflect their own local conditions and operational risks.

Don’t wait for winter weather

The most important action is to prepare before winter conditions arrive. Please take time now to check that appropriate controls are in place and continue to reassess them as weather and site conditions change.

By staying alert, acting early and looking out for one another, we can help everyone stay safe throughout the winter months.