Development is an ongoing scenario with the creation of unique buildings and structures, a major impact being the geographical location and associated difficulties of materials, availability, transit and incorporation within the environment. This is the dramatic Vøringsfossen waterfall bridge, a newly opened tourist attraction offering incredible...
We live in a demanding society where space and location are key features. As an international organisation it is essential to keep abreast of diversity and new technologies that run parallel with society developments. The proposals surrounding Penang provide a key example. The article by...
WOBO recognises that resources and their use are an essential part of sustainability and the article by Deepthy, Regional Director of GBCI [Green Business Certification Incorporated] provides a further insight into the process and certification. Sustainable buildings are a response to the global call for...
Fire is a universal problem and as professionals we need to consider all options to achieve compliance. The FPA New Zealand provides a breadth of supportive documents. The applicable New Zealand Building Code (NZBC) requirements...
We been informed that William J. Smith of Hertfordshire, UK, a long standing member of WOBO, passed away due to COVID-19. President Paul Myers, the board of Governors and fellow members offer their condolences to his wife, family and friends. ...
WOBO Governor David Gibson is in discussion with Judy Zakreski, Vice President of Global Services, International Code Council, in respect of collaboration and dissemination of information relating to codes, standards and regulations. The WOBO Governors are also exploring opportunities to participate at the ICC Conferences...
Paul Myers, President of WOBO, was pleased to welcome members of the visiting United Arab Emirates [UAE] delegation to Ohio. Paul and Majed Dabdoub, WOBO Secretariat, shared their experiences and discussed the creation, application and enforcement of Building Codes within the USA. This process was...
Building Officials, Certifiers, Approved Inspectors, Building Control Surveyors/Inspectors form one element of the development process with activities linked to plans assessment, site inspection, certification and enforcement. They act on behalf of the relevant governments and authorities to sample work, and protect society and the public...
WOBO members and fellow professionals involved in the residential property markets continuously address the fluctuating prices of development and the “boom and bust” scenarios. Rob Stokes, NSW Minister for Planning and Public Spaces, in a recent article in the Sydney Morning Herald, provided an update...
The Eastern Cape Industrial and Business News provided an update in respect of safety standards within South Africa to serve as a reminder of the revised timeframe for the organisational changes required. THE international standard for Occupational Health and Safety (OHSAS) has been replaced with...
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