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...

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...

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...

Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety Order) – UK

Summary The UK Government is seeking views on proposals to strengthen the Fire Safety Order, implement Grenfell Tower Inquiry recommendations and strengthen the regulatory framework for how Building Control Bodies consult with Fire and Rescue Authorities. This consultation closes at 11:45pm on 12 October 2020...

Building Safety Bill – England

WOBO has been advised by CABE that the Draft Building Safety Bill is available for review and comment. The Draft Building Safety Bill – England The Government has brought forward proposals for the Draft Building Safety Bill which aims to establish a strong chain of...

Recommendations on the future regulation of the Building Control Sector and Profession in England

We live and work in an environment of constant change and it is interesting to note the challenges and opportunities taking place within England. Industry publishes Recommendations on the future regulation of the Building Control Sector and Profession in England Leadership organisations from across the building...

Australian Building Codes Board – Accessibility

The World Organisation of Building Officials supports both the concepts of fairness and equality and as such welcomes the consultation proposals for minimum accessibility standards for housing within their National Codes. Members and fellow professionals have the oppportunity to contribute to these developments. The Consultation...

Australian Building Codes Board – National Registration

The World Organisation of Building Officials recognises the need for consistency in the application of both Building Regulation and Codes, delivered through the actions of appropriately qualified and experienced professionals, and it is with interest we note the work being carried out in Australia to...

Australian Building Codes Board

NCC 2019 Amendment 1 is now in effect! The World Organisation of Building Officials recognises the developments taking place in Australia. The latest amendments within the National Construction Code NCC 2019 became operational on 1st July 2020. Key changes The key changes for NCC 2019...

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