WOBO thanks Workplace DNA for the Grenfell update. The Government has announced that it has reset its approach to building safety with a new plan to protect leaseholders and make wealthy developers and companies pay to fix the cladding crisis. Secretary of State for Levelling...
WOBO recognises value of “virtual inspections”. The Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnership (NEEP) and Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (MEEA) released a report on the current use of remote virtual inspection (RVI) and its challenges and opportunities. The report — supported by funding from the U.S. Department...
WOBO recognises the need for “location effective” site inspection regimes. Washington, D.C. – The International Code Council and the International Building Quality Centre (IBQC) announced the release of the latest in a series of good practice building regulation documents published by the IBQC. The document, Good...
Green moves – green money! The House of Lords’ Built Environment Committee is warning the UK Government that its approach to housebuilding is out of kilter with national commitments on levelling up and the environment, and that key ambitions won’t be realised without better support...
Net Zero concept and reality. Do you know how Net Zero will impact your organisation? What does the Environment Act 2021 mean for you? And what do you need to do to prepare for this “ground-breaking” legislation? Join us for our next informative webinar exploring Net...
Australian Government committed to energy research. On behalf of the Australian Government, the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced up to $40 million in funding to support research and development that aims to support the achievement of the Government’s ultra low cost solar stretch...
The Scottish Government welcomes your comments and support. Consultation launched on building standards compliance and enforcement covering new Compliance Plan Manager for high risk building types, definition of high risk buildings, and enforcement. Read more https://consult.gov.scot/building-stand Have your say – consultation closes 4 February....
Dates for your Diary! Build Your Own Week of Training at EduCODE 2022 February 28 – March 4, 2022 Live at the Orleans Hotel and Virtual Topics covered include: Architectural, Code Enforcement, Electrical, Fire Protection, Leadership, Mechanical, Plumbing, and Structural Join us in Nevada or Virtually for this specialized training...
Safety of people is paramount. Employers responsibilities to workers regarding the provision of personal protective equipment (PPE) are changing from 6 April 2022. The Personal Protective Equipment at Work (Amendment) Regulations 2022 (PPER 2022) were laid before Parliament on 10 January 2022. The PPER 2022 amend the...
WOBO thanks IFSEC GLOBAL for the link to Hunter Seymour’s report. The yo-yo effect of an unpredictable Covid-driven timeline of lockdowns, alternating with easements of restrictions, has placed a massive burden of responsibility on risk management over the past two years, requiring constant vigilance from...
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