Rivers – keep them clean! Three new measures on storm overflows, announced last month by Defra, will be added by government amendment to the Environment Bill later this year. The Bill will return to Parliament shortly after the Queen’s Speech, with the new legal duties due...
A further reflection on the “cladding issues” in the UK. Over 100 firefighters tackled a blaze for nearly three hours at a block of flats covered in ACM cladding at East London’s New Providence Wharf in Poplar on the morning of 7th May. The development...
Future safety will be enhanced by professionals we train now. Building, fire and safety officials play a critical role in enabling the safe, widespread and rapid deployment of new technologies. However, emerging technologies have outpaced codes and existing educational resources, creating an urgent need for...
A reminder of the need for competency. Howard Passey, Director of Operations and Principal Consultant at the Fire Protection Association, explores fire competency and what those responsible for health and safety within a building need to know. Competent provision of fire safety is more than...
WOBO recognises the impact of the pandemic and will provide links to support you and your organisations in a return to normal. Managing psychological health in the workplace: an introduction to the new international standard, ISO 45003 on Wednesday 19th May 1pm (BST) We’ve invited expert guest speaker Kate Field, Global...
Competence is core to building safety. The BSI, in its role as the UK National Standards Body, has published new competence criteria following two rounds of public consultation. The resulting standard supports industry reform and intends to minimise safety risks and improve protection to consumers...
Fire Safety in the UK – latest developments. On the 19th March 2020, The Home Office introduced the new Fire Safety Bill, in an effort to improve fire safety in buildings in England and Wales. The Bill has passed through the parliamentary process to become...
WOBO thanks the HSE for the support provided to its members and their organisations. HSE has published a Work-related Stress Talking Toolkit for the construction sector. Developed with the help of industry stakeholders, the Work-related Stress Talking Toolkit is primarily aimed at small and medium sized businesses...
WOBO – a gentle reminder to consider safety at all times. As green technology positively disrupts the residential sector, firefighters must adopt new extinguishing techniques. Of all the renewable energy systems, solar panels pose the greatest threat from a home fire perspective. Although solar panel-caused...
WOBO is pleased to provide a link to the Australian Building Codes Board for members and fellow professionals to participate in the developments taking place. Don’t miss your opportunity to have your say on the next edition of the NCC. The Australian Building Codes Board...
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