Health and Safety Executive: Safer British Farms

Health, safety and protection of people is essential Campaign launched to reduce farm vehicle deaths and injuries HSE focus on workplace transport safety Agriculture has the worst rate of deaths and injuries (per 100,000 workers) of all sectors in Great Britain Incidents involving vehicles are...

Development dates for your diary

WOBO is pleased to be informed of development opportunities for it’s members and fellow professionals Registration is now open for Fire Safety Matters Live! Book your places now as there’s only a limited amount of free tickets available Registration is now open for Fire Safety...

Fire Safety

It is essential to get matters right first time or be prepared to face the consequences   BESA prompts Government intervention in smoke control damper controversy THE OFFICE for Product Safety and Standards has stated that it will act to address the continued controversy surrounding...

Energy Updates

WOBO appreciates the links to energy developments taking place around the world EU Parliament’s vote on Buildings directive is a hit and miss for our buildings transition, says Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe MEPs vote in favour of a mandatory renovations requirement that limits exemptions...

CROSS-UK Newsletter 68

WOBO is pleased to provide a link to a range of reports contained within the CROSS-UK newsletter. Overview CROSS-UK Newsletter 68 has been published and includes expert comments on fire and structural safety reports. Read the Newsletter Potential dangers in misusing fire safety terminology Corrosion...

International Code Council Updates

WOBO thanks the International Codes Council for a selection of their news and activities. Free Report on Building Safety and Security The International Code Council’s Ad Hoc Committee on Building Safety and Security developed the report for architects, first responders and local and state authorities...

bsi. – Standards Update

WOBO acknowledges the work of bsi. and the standards they develop to assist professionals within the industry. Built environment standards: Dan’s top 3 for 2023 As the UK’s national standards body, BSI publishes a range of standards every year to support those who operate within...

Renewable Energy Updates

WOBO thanks Renewable Energy Magazine for a selection of articles linked to energy related developments. GreenFire Energy to Develop Closed-Loop Testing Capabilities at Well Testing Facility GreenFire Energy Inc. will provide its Advanced Geothermal System (AGS), a closed-loop technology, as an industrial affiliate in the...

©2025 All Rights Reserved World Organization of Building Officials.

MENU