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Drugs and Alcohol Policy template
Build UK’s Drug and Alcohol Policy can be adopted by the whole construction supply chain to provide a consistent approach to the use of drugs and alcohol. Recognising that there are different legal limits across the nations and workplace environments, along with...
Shaping the future priorities of CITB
CITB is seeking views from the industry to help shape its future priorities and the support provided. This is your opportunity to voice what matters to you and the support you need. Submit your response by 18 May via the link below....
FIS reveals Contractors Awards shortlist
The FIS Contractors Awards showcase the very best of our industry and after months of project visits, we are excited to announce that our judges have determined their shortlist. The FIS Contractors Awards aim to promote and encourage high levels of craftsmanship in...
Skills Plan launched to help industry close skills gaps and reach net zero
A plan to support the net zero challenge and get young people into high-skilled, well-paid jobs has been launched today (20 April) by the Construction Leadership Council (CLC). In its new Skills Plan, CLC highlights how much the construction and built environment...
FIS responds to RICS consultation on Whole Life Carbon Assessment for the Built Environment
In March 2023, RICS consultated on the revision of the RICS professional statement on whole life carbon. The deadline for the submission of comments was 18 April and FIS provided some feedback on the document on behalf of its members. The feedback was mainly focused...
Workmanship on construction sites – Design and installation of dry lining systems.
The code of practice detailing design and installation of dry lining systems on construction sites has been reviewed. The Guide which was last reviewed in 1994 has been updated by a panel of experts and includes definitions on systems and terms and guidance for...
Updated Guide to the Building Safety Act
During last month's Building Safety Regulator Conference a number of queries were raised which are summarised below. Confirmation that hospitals and care homes are not required to be registered with the Building Safety Regulator before occupation unless they contain...
Switching from BS476 Fire Testing – An Open Webinar by CPA
The government has consulted on a potential move from the BS 476 fire testing standard to the Europen standard EN 13501-1. This, without a doubt, will affect many stakeholders in the built environment. BS 476 is well known across the industry and while some elements...
The BIM 2023 from BSI is ready to download
BSI have published their 2023 version of the Little book of BIM. This is a quick reference guide for the standards, definitions and terms commonly used in describing BIM and its related processes, as well as training and qualification pathways for all levels. The...