Tag: Standards
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NLBMDA Celebrates Heat Workforce Standards Act of 2025
The National Lumber and Building Material Dealers Association (NLBMDA) today applauded the introduction of the Heat Workforce Standards Act of 2025 by Rep. Mark Messmer (R-IN). The legislation would repeal the Biden Administration’s pending OSHA heat standard, which proposes a uniform national framework governing heat exposure across all industries, climates, and business models. NLBMDA has been at…
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NLBMDA Celebrates Heat Workforce Standards Act of 2025
The National Lumber and Building Material Dealers Association (NLBMDA) today applauded the introduction of the Heat Workforce Standards Act of 2025 by Rep. Mark Messmer (R-IN). The legislation would repeal the Biden Administration’s pending OSHA heat standard, which proposes a uniform national framework governing heat exposure across all industries, climates, and business models. NLBMDA has been at…
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Fire-Safe Wall Design Standards Advance Through New Partnership
Nichiha USA, ClarkDietrich, and TRUFAST Walls have successfully completed NFPA 285-25 fire testing on a fully integrated exterior wall assembly, evaluating Nichiha’s premium fiber cement panels and the complete rainscreen system incorporating ClarkDietrich and TRUFAST components. With a 30-minute burn period, data was recorded across multiple points of the wall assembly, which featured a 1 1/4-inch ventilated…
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Training hub launched to raise standards in temporary works
It features purpose-built training areas, a live demonstration zone and digital resources that replicate real-world site environments, enabling employees and customers to deepen their understanding of Altrad RMDK’s systems and engineering solutions. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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BSI report outlines quality standard’s role in meeting BSA requirements
Rahul Shah, global director of value architecture at BSI, said: “The BSA transformed the UK’s built environment landscape, urging organisations to move beyond compliance and embed safety and quality into everyday operations. BS 99001 translates these principles into actionable steps that strengthen trust, competence and performance. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Scottish homes face new EPC standards in 2026
Scotland is updating the rules for Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs), which show how energy-efficient buildings are. The new regulations will come into force on 31 October 2026 and introduce redesigned certificates, new ratings, and improved digital systems. These changes aim to help homeowners, tenants, and landlords make informed decisions while reducing energy use and emissions.…
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INSTALL, ATPG & UZIN UTZ Partner to Elevate Flooring Standards
INSTALL, the North American leader in floorcovering installation training and certification, announces a strategic collaboration with ATPG Corporation and UZIN UTZ to advance innovation and raise industry standards in the rapidly growing concrete flooring market. This partnership brings together the coatings expertise of ATPG Corporation, the cutting-edge flooring preparation systems and sustainable product technologies of…
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PAS 1958: have your say on how standards should fit together
There’s a fortnight left for the industry to have its say on the development of PAS 1958, the draft standard that will provide a framework for how existing built environment standards combine. PAS 1958 (Built environment – Data and information standards landscape – Guide) is out for consultation now. The deadline to respond is 10…
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Fire safety standards: what’s coming next for construction?
Aman Sharma MBE is the new chair of BSI’s strategic fire safety committee for the built environment. He tells Will Mann what new standards construction should look out for. Image: Dreamstime Will Mann: Tell us about your work as chair of the FSH/0 committee. What changes can the construction industry expect in fire safety standards…
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ECITB reviews occupational standards for pipefitters
Andrew Hockey, CEO at the ECITB, said: “National Occupational Standards are the bedrock of our training, tests and qualifications as they specify the required skills, knowledge and understanding for competent performance in various jobs and sectors. View the original article and our Inspiration here