Mobility – Information is Key

WOBO recognises the mobility of its members and when solving problems it is key to have information to hand.  BSi provide an opportunity to use their facilities and operate remotely… Working remotely, it can be challenging to ensure your whole team has access to all...

The use of BIM in the United Kingdom, Denmark and Iceland

Mistakes cost money, time and resources, the sharing and communication of information is essential in the need to avoid remediation.  The following provides an opportunity to see how European countries are applying Building Information Modelling (BIM)…  The use of BIM in the United Kingdom, Denmark...

ICC – 2021 International Codes – keep up to date

2021 International Codes Now Available for Preorder  Updated codes enhance safety, increase affordability and incorporate the latest advancements in building science The 2021 editions of the I-Codes, the premier set of coordinated, modern building safety codes, are now available for preorder. The I-Codes make possible...

UK Health and Safety Executive – The new Building Safety Regulator

HSE is working to establish the first ever Building Safety Regulator (BSR) to ensure strong enforcement of the new regulatory system. The government has asked HSE to establish a new building safety regulator in the wake of the Grenfell Tower disaster and following recommendations in...

Presidents page – Paul Myers 2020

WOBO’s emphasis on communication is enhanced by the introduction of the Presidents page.  Paul Myers provides an update on the activities of WOBO and the opportunities for you to participate…. Paul Myers 2020 – WOBO letter from the President...

Enhancing building resilience through codes – ACBC – Australia

WOBO welcomes joined up thinking and is encouraged by this article and the works carried out in conjunction with ABCB and the participating countries. Enhancing building resilience through codes The ABCB participates in a number of international initiatives that support the facilitation of improved building...

New Awards from WSSET

Demographics – bring on the youth The World Organisation of Building Officials welcomes the WSSET investment in the encouragement and development of the professionals of the future. New Awards from WSSET WSSET are pleased to announce that we have a number of new awards, some...

2020 Manual to the Building Regulations – a code of practice for use in England

The latest manual provides a two volume approach to Building Regulations and their application – just what the industry needed, an easy but comprehensive guide. 2020 Manual to the Building Regulations – a code of practice for use in England Introduction This is a short...

Did you know Safe + Sound week is August 10-16?

Health and Safety is a key element of a professional’s life – success is often impacted by complacency !! As part of a reminder WOBO would link you to the promotion by OSHA. Did you know Safe + Sound week is August 10-16 ? OSHA...

United Nations – Sustainable Development Solutions SDG Academy

Sustainablity is linked to the core activities of WOBO and through their affiliation with UN-HABITAT recognises the need for the promotion of solutions. United Nations – Sustainable Development Solutions SDG Academy         The SDG Academy is a program of the Sustainable Development Solutions Network,...

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