Skills cards no longer a necessity for non-construction staff on site
Managers of the Construction Skills Certification Scheme have told site managers non-construction staff do not need official skills cards
Cladding used on Grenfell Tower may have been banned under UK...
Two ministers have suggested the cladding used to renovate Grenfell Tower could have been prohibited under building regulations in the UK
BIM standards and certification must be kept simple
Global BIM standards are necessary but they should not be overcomplicated. Man and Machine explain why it is imperative to keep things concise
Training the next generation of BIM experts to avoid a digital...
Emma Segelov, Head of Marketing at MK Electric, explains the importance of training and investing in young people to avoid the digital skills gap
Infrastructure development projects should utilise BIM
For infrastructure development projects to succeed, we need to focus on BIM says Bhushan Avsatthi Associate Director at Hi-Tech iSolutions LLP
Mick George Donation Station for Tower Victims
Following the unfortunate events in North Kensington yesterday, an appeal led by Heart radio has seen Cambridge businesses unite in support, requesting donations of...
BIM challenges to be focus of Tata Steel online discussion
The BIM challenges of meeting BIM Level 2 will be the focus of a webinar discussion led by Tata Steel on Tuesday 27 June 2017 at 12.30pm
A competency based qualification for fire sprinkler installation
Unique sprinkler installation course has record number of enrolments in 2017, says Ruth Oliver Skills & Qualifications Adviser to BAFSA
How can the industry maintain compliance amidst changing EU building law?
Koen ter Linde, vice president of Enterprise in Europe, CommScope, addresses safety with new EU building legislation looming and the need for compliance
Smart cities are driver for innovative solutions to urban challenges
Leading Construction, Energy and Projects lawyer, Jeremy Williams analyses smart cities and explains why they are vital for economic growth
Digital Transformation in Construction – The Productivity Puzzle
If you consider that the construction industry is being driven by megatrends, such as sustainable buildings and increases in population, it faces significant challenges....
ARCA certification for Mick George Ltd
Since the launch of its ‘Environmental’ division earlier this year, Mick George Ltd and its contracting provision for all-encompassing Asbestos services has gone from...
How should the sector deliver offsite construction training?
In an interview with Ben Lever of the CITB, we examine how the organisation will provide offsite construction training based on recent research
Asbestos exposure on brownfield sites: time to reduce the risk
More awareness needs to be raised about the hazards associated with asbestos exposure in soil on developed land says Neil Munro
Delivering projects to BIM Level 2 requires expertise and experience
Ben Malone, Director at BIM. Technologies tells PBC Today how the industry is embracing BIM Level 2, noting the challenges and the benefits of adoption
BSRIA to stage ‘Building Better Homes Faster’ event
BSRIA will be staging the ‘Building Better Homes Faster’ event on Friday 7th July, from 9:30 – 14:00 hrs in London
Brownfield development vs. green belt: what are the pros and cons?
Should building on green belt be so contentious or is brownfield development the key to constructing more homes? Place-Make’s David Edwards provides insight
Mechanic apprentices receive recognition at CPA Stars of the Future Event
The CPA has recognised a number of mechanic apprentices during its annual event to identify the industry’s brightest talent
Smart workplaces – why integrate IoT into office buildings?
Hubert Da Costa, VP EMEA at Cradlepoint shares insight into the role of smart workplaces and its place in the commercial sector
With more than...
Mick George Ltd recognised for commitment to improve the image of...
Mick George Ltd explains why embracing technology is something construction firms should do and shares how its new website is benefiting customers
What do the results of the General Election mean for construction...
The construction industry is facing yet another upheaval as the results of the General Election see the Conservatives scrabbling to create a coalition government
FIA qualifications in fire detection will strengthen the sector
Awarding Organisation Manager Ian Gurling tells PBC Today what the FIA's four new qualifications in fire detection entail and why they are necessary
Fall from height caused by a lack of health and safety...
A firm has been fined for failing to enact correct health and safety protocols after a worker was injured following a fall from height
New towns and garden cities promised by Labour ahead of General...
Labour will increase housebuilding through a new generation of towns and garden cities if they win the General Election
New asbestos disease prevention partnership revealed
Mick George Ltd explains why embracing technology is something construction firms should do and shares how its new website is benefiting customers
Cassidy Forsythe – Calling all Architects and Developers
Cassidy Forsythe discuss the highway and drainage design services they provide for architects and developers.
We understand that when designing a building the people who...