WOBO notes the concerns raised by Zurich. ZURICH UK is calling for compulsory sprinkler installations in warehouses as retailers hit their busiest time of the year. According to research and analysis conducted by the insurer, the number of warehouse and bulk storage fires has soared...
WOBO thanks James Moore Editor of IFSEC Global for his link to the government scheme. The Government has launched a pilot scheme for medium-rise buildings in England – those between 11-18 metres – which will provide funding for the remediation or mitigation of fire safety risks...
WOBO appreciates the support BBA provides to its members and fellow professionals. Post-Brexit, the United Kingdom now has its own regulatory framework for goods. From January 2023, manufacturers that have or want to introduce products into the UK market will need a UK Conformity Assessment...
WOBO Governor David Gibson thanks Gary for his update in respect of developments of ABCB in Australia. This is the first of a new series of messages from Gary Rake to help share information about the work of the ABCB. These regular messages will focus...
Europe – energy developments and the opportunity to participate. Commission invests EUR 3 billion in innovative clean tech projects to deliver on REPowerEU Plan The third call for large-scale projects under the EU Innovation Fund is open for application until 16 March 2023. With an...
WOBO thanks Renewable Energy Magazine for their updates. How Much Energy Could We Harvest From Artificial Photosynthesis? Solar cells use photovoltaic technology to generate electricity, but the process is far from efficient. Plants are much better at converting sunlight into energy. Now, scientists are looking...
WOBO welcomes developments that support the professional in achieving safety. In response to the urgent demand for more fire testing facilities in the UK, a major new fire resistance testing laboratory at Blockley, Gloucestershire, opened on 15 November, said to feature two of the largest...
WOBO thanks IFSEC GLOBAL for the link to the paper by Ron Alalouff. At the Fire Conference 2022 last month, delegates heard about the need to put sustainability at the heart of what fire safety professionals think and do from Steve Hamm, Chief Executive of...
Safety is achieved by the proper use of products and this code supports the professional in both selection and use. The Code for Construction Product Information (CCPI) is designed to help construction product manufacturers to provide assurance that their product information is clear, accurate, up-to-date,...
The Health and Safety Executive UK are looking for your support and WOBO encourages you to participate and contribute to the developments taking place. How Might You Use The Risk Scenario Concept In Your Organisation? We are currently developing a knowledge base that will help...
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