Tag: Warning
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Drainage problems? Know the warning signs and possible fixes
Whether your drains are blocked, overflowing or simply running slowly, the words ‘drainage problems’ are ones. most homeowners would rather avoid hearing. Messy, costly and potentially disruptive, finding the root of them isn’t always an easy task. As with most problems, prevention is always better than cure, but if drainage problems do occur, knowing the…
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Building owner fined £50,000 after ignoring high-rise fire safety warning
Birmingham City Council has successfully prosecuted a company for failing to comply with an improvement notice relating to fire safety measures in a residential high-rise. Freehold Managers (Nominees) Ltd, the company responsible for Centenary Plaza on Holliday Street, pleaded guilty to failing to comply with an improvement notice during sentencing at Birmingham Magistrates’ Court on 16…
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Government rejects OBR warning of 200k homes shortfall
The government has insisted its pledge to build 1.5 million new homes by 2029 is still achievable, despite warnings from the UK’s budget watchdog that it may fall short. The Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) predicts only 1.3 million homes will be built under existing reforms unless unforseen changes are made. However, the government have…
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What Are the Early Warning Signs of Blocked Drains?
A clogged drain is one of those home problems that starts small and then quietly becomes a big headache. The sooner you spot the signs, the easier (and cheaper) it is to fix. Here’s what to look for and how to respond before disaster strikes. 1. Water drains slower than usual If your sink, bathtub,…
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HSE issues plant safety warning
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has issued a warning about the risk of people being struck by an excavator or a load if the operator does not use the isolation device correctly. HSE published a safety notice after a slinger was fatally crushed between the quick hitch and a fixed structure during a lifting…
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5 Warning Signs Your Garage Door Needs Repair
Your garage door opens and closes over 1,500 times per year. That’s a lot of wear and tear on springs, cables, rollers, and motors. When something starts going wrong, catching it early can save you hundreds of dollars and prevent dangerous accidents. Most garage door problems give you warning signs before they become major failures. …
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Warning issued over use of AI to comply with lifting regs
“We’ve already seen cases where AI has provided misleading information about Thorough Examinations, leaving businesses with a false sense of compliance. To ensure your equipment meets legal requirements, always check official Health and Safety Executive or UK Material Handling Association guidance or, better still, speak to a CFTS-accredited examiner.” View the original article and our…