A Building Control technical briefing.
LABC Building Bulletin
August 2017 |
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Building on Brexit – An All Party Parliamentary Group Report
Brexit could prove disastrous for the delivery of new homes and infrastructure. To help, government need to set up transitional arrangements to bring in EU construction workers and train up domestic workers. This APPG report outlines a twelve point plan to deal with the impact.
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A sudden loss of ground support
A new Alert guidance document published by Structural-Safety* incorporating CROSS and SCOSS and the HSE provides guidance on precautions that can be taken to identify the potential for sudden loss of ground support.
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Fire doors in the dock
With the horrific events of recent months, the importance of fire safety has rightly never been more in the spotlight. The annual Fire Door Safety Week will run from 25 September to 1 October and in the run up to the event we’re highlighting some of the key issues to stop misunderstandings and the legacy of neglect, as well as promote awareness of the critical importance of fire doors.
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Builders sentenced to three years after death of father-of-five on building site
In 2014 Shane Wilkinson was killed on site when an unsecured trench wall collapsed on top of him at a building site in Collyweston. What sort of building site culture can cause this and how do we prevent it?
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How to get it right – Childproofing windows
We were surprised to be greeted with this novel approach to guarding windows at a recent completion inspection. Read how to stop children like Leo "Houdini baby" escape through an open window.
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Shortcuts with ladders, don't be a statistic!
One of our LABC surveyors surprised a local builder recently when she refused to climb a ladder to inspect the roof timbers. What's the problem he asked? It's perfectly safe... |
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"My Dad told me about them…" Pebbledash Render
Pebbledash render was used primarily as a solution to protect buildings from the elements. Read how and why pebbledash is used, what the problems are with this postwar wall covering and how to avoid them. |
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Enhancing the fire performance of wood
The positive environmental profile of wood is driving a surge in its use as a construction material. In this brief article, the Wood Protection Association looks at how flame retardant treatments enhance the fire performance of wood and wood based panel products. |
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A look at the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity
Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity is the only charity that provides financial and emotional support to the construction community and their families. Find out how they can help your workforce. |
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Elmhurst Energy acquires the Independent Airtightness Testing Scheme (iATS)
Elmhurst Energy take the reins at the iATS. This government approved scheme helps ensure the quality and integrity of air tightness testing companies – meaning energy efficient buildings that meet building regulations. |
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