WOBO thanks “edie” for the update in respect of European developments. The European Commission is considering a new EU-wide requirement to measure the carbon emissions associated with construction materials throughout their whole lifecycle but is expected to stop short of regulating. Buildings are responsible for...
WOBO thanks IFSEC GLOBAL for the link to the paper by Stephen Harris. Stephen Harris Staff Engineer at UL UK, introduces the standard testing requirements for reaction to fire of building products, looks at what can influence fire test performance and examines the added value...
WOBO thanks IFSEC GLOBAL for the reminder in respect of sprinklers and ongoing maintenance and testing. According to the British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association (BAFSA), fire sprinkler systems can reduce injuries by at least 80%, reduce property damage by 90% and substantially reduce damage to...
WOBO thanks “edie” for the link to this article. The new German coalition has announced big plans to accelerate the energy transition, aiming to “ideally” exit coal by 2030, quadruple solar PV installations on all rooftops and push renewable energy capacity to 80% of the...
WOBO thanks the ABCB for their update. WaterMark Advisory Notice: Lead free requirements The Australian Building Codes Board have released a notice that provides initial advice about the limitation to the allowable content of lead in certain plumbing products. The notice intends to provide initial...
WOBO recognises the moves away from fossil fuel heating. Probably one of the most important consultations on phasing out of fossil fuels for homes off gas grid is open until 12 January 2022. https://lnkd.in/dzsGyjVx It is suggesting that all off grid homes should be off...
WOBO Governor David Gibson appreciates the support of IFSEC Global. Following the passing of the Fire Safety Act in April, Simon Molloy, National Fire Risk Assessment Manager at JLA, explains what Responsible Persons can do now to ensure they prepare ahead of the legislation becoming...
Social housing – is it fit for purpose? The Housing, Communities and Local Government (HCLG) Committee launches an inquiry examining the quality and regulation of social housing in England. Inquiry: Regulation of social housing Housing, Commmunity and Local Government Committee Social housing is rented at...
Social Fire Safety! People living in social housing will be safer in their homes under new rules that will mean smoke alarms must be fitted in all rented accommodation. People living in social housing will be safer in their homes under new rules that will...
Scotland welcomes your comments by 4 Feb 2022! Building Standards Division (BSD), is developing a national Compliance Plan approach to provide greater assurance that compliance with building regulations is achieved from design to completion. This consultation seeks to obtain the views on the development of...
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