UK Health and Safety Executive News and Updates

WOBO recognises the activities of the UK Health and Safety Executive and their potential use within the global setting [ a) Updated hearing protection calculator: improved usability and accuracy HSE has updated our noise exposure calculator to enhance its effectiveness in helping employers assess hearing protection in...

Renewable Energy Updates and News

WOBO recognises the focus on energy and its capture and use and thanks Renewable Energy, Centrica and ATA for the links provided. EDF power solutions has commissioned the 261 MW Serra das Almas wind farm in the state of Bahia, Brazil, which consists of 58...

Australia Research, News and Updates

WOBO appreciates the information and support provided by the Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB ) and Create Digital These are the world’s 5 largest offshore wind farms Dozens of countries, many in Europe, boast at least one offshore wind farm, but Australia is yet to join...

International Codes Council News and Updates

WOBO recognises and appreciates the work carried out by ICC Apply today for 2025 Rodgers Leadership Fellowship If you are on the career path of an executive-level building safety professional, you are strongly encouraged to apply for the 2025 Emory R. Rodgers Leadership in Building Safety Fellowship. Awarding...

Health and Safety Matters News and Updates

WOBO thanks HSM and others for the links provided. NEBOSH remains key to health and safety roles THE MAJORITY of health and safety job roles advertised in the UK require or prefer NEBOSH qualifications, according to the latest NEBOSH Jobs Barometer.       Tenants...

Fire Safety Matters News and Updates

WOBO appreciates the links provided and the support given to members and fellow professionals. Latest edition of BS 5266-1 issued by British Standards Institution THE BRITISH Standards Institution (BSI) has issued BS 5266-1:2025 (an updated version of the Code of Practice for the Emergency Lighting...

UK Health and Safety Executive News and Updates

WOBO recognises the activities of the UK Health and Safety Executive and their potential use within the global setting (1) Accident and Near-miss Tool HSE and our publishing partner TSO have launched the Accident and Near-miss Tool. The Accident and Near-miss Tool is designed to help...

GlobalData Construction Industry Updates

WOBO thanks GlobalData for the information on indicative developments taking place that may have opportunities for members and fellow professionals. Choosing the right material for knives and cutting tools In this free whitepaper, discover the importance of steel to the performance, durability, and precision of...

Renewable Energy Updates and News

WOBO recognises the focus on energy and its capture and use and thanks Renewable Energy for the links provided. Energy Vision’s Leadership Award 2025 goes to EnviTec Biogas AG At the 2025 Energy Vision Leadership Awards in New York, EnviTec Biogas AG was honored for...

WOBO President’s Letter November 2025

World Organisation Of Building Officials Letter from your President To Our Esteemed Members,  It is with great regret that I inform you of the decision of the Board of Governors to sunset the World Organization of Building Officials, effective 90 days from the date of...

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