Tag: publishes
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FPS publishes updated rig safety guidance
The Federation of Piling Specialists (FPS) has published the latest edition of its Working Platform Certificate (WPC/4e) to support rig safety across the industry. Originally developed in partnership with the Health and Safety Executive, the WPC requires the principal contractor to confirm that platforms are properly designed, constructed, and maintained for the equipment operating on…
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Sterling Structural Publishes New Mass Timber Design Manual
Sterling Structural, a leading manufacturer of Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) panels and systems in North America, today announced the availability of its comprehensive Design Manual. The free technical resource provides architects, engineers, designers and builders with practical guidance for designing and building with Sterling’s TerraLam® CLT and other building materials across commercial, industrial and residential construction projects.…
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BSI publishes ‘landmark’ inclusive PPE standard
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in #PPEthatfits, BSI, CIOB, diversity, Equality, Featured, health and safety, inclusion, People, PPEThe British Standards Institution (BSI) has announced the launch of a new standard for inclusive PPE. The standard – Provision of Inclusive PPE (BS 30417:2025) – aims to help support organisations or individuals involved in the purchase, provision or use of PPE. Earlier this year, BSI opened a public consultation to allow all stakeholders, including end users…
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CLC publishes new Gateway 2 guidance to help with applications
The Construction Leadership Council (CLC) has published a new guide to help the industry with Gateway 2 applications. The 34-page document is structured around seven guidance notes and provides the baseline principles to help those involved in submitting and assessing applications for building control approval of higher-risk buildings. It also includes practical recommendations on the…
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BSI publishes first MMC standard for residential developments
The UK’s leading standard-setting body has published a new modern methods of construction (MMC) specification for residential developments. The British Standards Institution’s (BSI) PAS 8700:2025 is the first PAS to set out comprehensive requirements and processes for the deployment of MMC in residential building projects. In 2023, the government commissioned BSI to draft a new…
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BSI publishes first MMC standard for residential developments
The UK’s leading standard-setting body has published a new modern methods of construction (MMC) specification for residential developments. The British Standards Institution’s (BSI) PAS 8700:2025 is the first PAS to set out comprehensive requirements and processes for the deployment of MMC in residential building projects. In 2023, the government commissioned BSI to draft a new…
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CIOB publishes updated Client Guide
CIOB has published a new edition of its Construction Client Guide: Leading Projects in the Built Environment. This second edition explains how projects are structured and managed, and what to look out for along the way, empowering clients with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed. It is aimed primarily at clients tasked with…
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Expert publishes new book on damp and health
A new book by CIOB fellow and ambassador Professor Michael Parrett, a distinguished expert in building pathology, is now available. Building Defects and Your Health addresses building failures surrounding mould and damp and is very relevant in the context of Awaab’s Law and Grenfell. All proceeds will go to charity. Parrett is a former trustee of…