The UK is undergoing a major review of roles, responsibilities and competencies within the built environment. The next twelve months may necessitate the need for all individuals to review, enhance and upskill both their academic and vocational expertise to meet the demands under review. You...
Fire is a key focus in the delivery of safe buildings. Governor David Gibson, in his review of fire safety, received the third article by Simon Ince in respect of the “Fire Stopping and Third Party Certification”. He considers this article in conjunction with Simon’s...
The latest ICC Codes are now available. 2021 International Codes Updated codes enhance safety, increase affordability and incorporate the latest advancements in building science The 2021 editions of the I-Codes, the premier set of coordinated, modern building safety codes, are now available for preorder. The...
Knowledge is key and WOBO fully supports personal development and encourages the introduction of “future Code Officials” and their learning – back to basics. This article reinforces the learning in respect of passive fire protection What is passive fire protection? Passive fire protection (PFP), also...
Further to our original IBQC posting we are pleased to announce that the event is open for free registration. Please support this initiative. Join the International Code Council and the University of Canberra on October 9, for the inaugural annual Forum of the International Building Quality...
WOBO has provided previous links to the Australian Building Codes and their revisions and is pleased to note the latest developments in that “The Australian Building Codes Board is excited to announce the release of its first NCC CPD course, tailored for compliance practitioners”. This...
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) are to have extended powers linked to the Fire Safety Bill relating to construction and inspection. They are recruiting staff, and the inspection initiative for October reinforces their role and could be seen as proactive in light of their...
The built environment is complex and it is essential to consider all aspects of the building and it’s use. COVID-19 may grab more headlines – and justifiably so – but badly maintained smoke control systems remain more of a threat to life and well-being in...
Research within the construction industry is ongoing and WOBO was pleased to note the collaboration that has taken place between the American Wood Council and ICC. The focus on mass timber construction and the recognition of cross laminated timber and the provisions within existing and...
Sustainability is a key theme but consideration should always be given to the total project from conception through to use and it was interesting to read the “Brilliant Buildings Delivering Sustainability” publication. The introduction by Alasdair Donn, Head of Building Performance, Willmott Dixon providing a...
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