WOBO Governor David Gibson is pleased to provide professional development opportunities to both members and fellow professionals.

Expand your knowledge by attending one of Partel’s free online CPD webinars!

Designed to be concise yet packed with useful information and practical knowledge, our CPD presentations will address the latest technologies, procedures, solutions, and application methods in the areas of airtightness, windtightness, fire safety and ventilation.

1. Ventilation Solutions for Energy-efficient Buildings – RIBA & Engineers Ireland Approved CPD
   •  11.02.25, 13:00
2. Best Practice for Air and Windtight Structures – RIBA & Engineers Ireland Approved CPD
   •  12.02.25, 13:00
3. Fire Safety and Designing External Wall Facades •  13.02.25, 13:00   Register Now

Join us for our next upcoming event: 
We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming webinar: “Unlocking Productivity: Overcome Challenges & Streamline Operations”! 
Join us on 13 February 2025 at 11:00 am GMT as we dive into strategies to help you enhance efficiency, streamline workflows, and achieve lasting results.  Secure your spot now to learn from industry experts and get actionable insights into overcoming common operational challenges.

Here’s what you’ll learn:
· The top productivity challenges and how to address them.
· Proven methods to create seamless and efficient workflows.
· How technology and real-time insights can drive operational success.
· Real-world examples of productivity transformation in action.  Register Now

Protect Your Workplace: Compliance with High-Hazard Chemical Regulations: COSHH and DSEAR

Free Webinar: Thursday, 20th February 2025  1pm (GMT)   1 Hour

According to the UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE), workplace exposure to hazardous substances contributes to approximately 13,000 deaths each year due to respiratory diseases.  Poor management of dust and chemical hazards is also a major factor in workplace incidents, including fires and explosions.  Gain valuable insights into best practices for conducting effective risk assessments, using Safety Data Sheets (SDS) to manage risks, and implementing practical measures to ensure safety and compliance. Learn how COSHH and DSEAR provide guidance on hazardous chemical exposure control, record-keeping, and preventing explosion hazards.

Join us to learn how to:
 Conduct effective risk assessments for hazardous substances and dust.

 Use Safety Data Sheets (SDS) to manage chemical risks.
 Implement practical strategies for exposure control and explosion prevention.

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance safety and compliance in your workplace. Register now and empower your team with the tools to protect your people and processes!  Register Now

Fire & Building Safety Updates: What do they mean for you?

Fire safety is constantly evolving — and updated standards, new legislation, and recommendations are reshaping what we need to do to ensure people’s safety and protect buildings and homes.

Join us for our exclusive free webinar featuring Chris Miles from the Fire Protection Association (FPA) and Christopher Smith-Wong from the British Standards Institute (BSI).
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In this session, you’ll receive essential updates on recent key changes and gain invaluable insight into what it all means for you and your organisation.  REGISTER & ASK YOUR QUESTIONS

Join our free educational session:  Hear For Life, Celebrate & Protect Your Hearing

We are excited to invite you to an exclusive 3M webinar dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of hearing health and the prevention of Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL).

Join us at this free webinar as we dive deep into the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive with our Senior Consultant, Kat Rowland. Get up to speed quickly on the requirements and learn how to achieve compliance.

Webinar details: Are you ready for the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive? 

 Date: Thu Mar 06 2025    Time: 15:30 – 16:15 GMT

About CSRD:

The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is live and this year 50,000 publicly listed companies with an EU presence are in scope for reporting.

This legislation will be phased in over the next few years, affecting a larger amount of small and medium size enterprises.

Becoming compliant ensures your company avoids penalties, ESG rating downgrades, reputational risks and the loss of public sector contracts.  Register Now

We’re delighted to announce the return of our Inspiring Women in Construction & Engineering event programme for 2025.

To kick off the event series, we are hosting a free online webinar on Friday 07 March at 11am.

Join us for an important webinar on creating safer, more inclusive workplaces in the construction and engineering sectors. With new legal requirements coming into effect in October 2024, employers must take proactive steps to prevent sexual harassment. This session will explore practical strategies for driving cultural change, implementing effective policies, and fostering accountability. Hear from industry leaders on how to build a zero-tolerance culture and ensure every workplace is a safe and respectful environment for all.  Register now to secure your spot and be part of the conversation!   Register here

Join us and Casella on the 03 April at 10:30am on the latest advancement in noise monitoring technology – the New OmniWear Noise Dosimeter. 

Designed to provide accurate, real-time data on occupational noise exposure, this cutting-edge device helps ensure compliance with safety standards while offer an intuitive workflow perfect for the experienced Occupational Health Professional or first time user.  All attendees will receive a CPD certificate. REGISTER NOW