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Raising Standards with SDI 19

Ventec 100 achieves IFC SDI 19 certification for smoke ventilation, developed by the Smoke Control Association (SCA)

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Grenfell Tower. Phase 1 Findings

The Rt Hon Sir Martin Moore Bick, published his report on Phase 1 of the public inquiry into the fire at Grenfell Tower on 14th June 2017

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EN12101-2 is it a load of BS?

Shaking up the system. Does your window and actuator combination meet UK and European standards for smoke ventilation?

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School IAQ gets a breathe of fresh air

The government is aiming to allocate around 300,000 carbon dioxide (CO2) monitors to state schools in a £25 million scheme to help improve ventilation

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The Golden Thread Of Information

Following the Grenfell Tower fire, the government appointed Dame Judith Hackitt to lead a review of building regulations and fire safety

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AOV Safety Management

As part of the safety case requirements for managing building safety risks, Accountable Persons must make and implement arrangements

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Building Safety Act 2022

On the 19th December, 2017 the Building Safety Bill was announced via the Queen’s Speech. Four years later, Royal Assent was given on 28th April 2022

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Gateways To Success

The Building Safety Act 2022 establishes three gateways at key stages in design and construction, and introduces new requirements

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The Role Of The Dutyholder

The dutyholders in the building of higher-risk high-rise buildings are the Client, Principal Designer, Designer, Principal Contractor and Contractor