Wates has completed negotiations with social housing provider, ForHousing, for the acquisition of its property services business, Liberty. As a specialist in domestic property repair and maintenance, as well as heating and compliance, Liberty will continue to trade under its ...
Read More »Asbestos: UK businesses take responsible action in lieu of revised regulations
James Dodgson, Commercial Director, SOCOTEC UK says an increasing number of clients are showing an interest in the approach to asbestos management in other more progressive countries, with a desire to not just meet but exceed their legal duties In ...
Read More »Just 5% of businesses are ‘well prepared’ for the Worker Protection Act 2023
Despite implementation of the Worker Protection Act 2023 fast approaching on 26 October, a new survey by employment law and HR consultancy WorkNest, has found that an alarming number of businesses are unprepared. Employers will very soon need to comply ...
Read More »Overhead Crane Specialist Asset Management
How does it work? An effective asset management agreement that deals specifically with overhead cranes has several facets that must be considered. As assigned duty holders alongside your end user, it is our responsibility to keep assets safe and productive. ...
Read More »New recycling bin system from Robert Scott to reduce waste and increase compliance
Cleaning manufacturer and distributor Robert Scott has launched an innovative new modular recycling bin system to help businesses simplify waste management, enhance recycling efficiency, and comply with new legislative requirements. The new 80 litre capacity Procycle Recycling Bin, featuring lid ...
Read More »Changes to commercial pressure jet burners
Regulatory changes have removed most commercial non-condensing pressure jet boilers from the market. However, those remaining, that can operate in condensing mode still represent a good option for certain commercial users. Charlie Mowbray, Commercial Product Manager, Ideal Heating Boilers that ...
Read More »Building Safety Act: Implications for FMs as construction clients
Paul Nash, Director of Paul Nash Consultancy Ltd, explains the responsibilities of the client as a dutyholder under the Building Safety Act and related secondary legislation Facilities managers will be aware of the new dutyholder role of accountable person in ...
Read More »Stocksigns shows the way to signage compliance for high-rise development
Following the introduction of the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, property maintenance company, General Maintenance, needed to source new wayfinding signage for a London apartment complex. Stocksigns was the ideal provider, able to supply compliant signs with a premium finish ...
Read More »Automated gates on site are they safe?
Automated gates are a regular feature on commercial properties. However, these gates are legally defined as machines, and as such, if the appropriate safety protocol is not adopted, they are capable of inflicting serious injury and ultimately can cause a ...
Read More »H&S workloads have never been more demanding for property and facilities managers
New legislation and an increased focus on best practice are leading to heavier workloads and excess pressure on property and facilities managers, according to a new report from health, safety and property compliance firm, William Martin. When compiling its first ...
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