Last month we reported on the Building Safety Act coming into law and what this means for building owners. As a quick recap, the law brings into effect the biggest changes in how buildings are planned, designed and constructed in a generation. The main changes for leaseholders to bear in mind is that the new …
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Hundreds of high-rise buildings are being registered with the new building safety regulator (BSR) since the new registration process for high-rise buildings opened in April. The process is part of a new push to protect residents living at height. What do the new regulations entail? As per the new regulations all high-rise residential buildings must …
Asbestos has been banned from use in buildings for more than 20 years, however its unwelcome legacy still lives on. Commonly used as a fire restraint and form of insulation up to being outlawed in 1999, asbestos is still taking the lives of thousands of UK residents every year. The deadly legacy of asbestos – …
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UK Health and safety regulations could face a drastic overhaul in 2024 if the Retained EU Law Bill (RELB) is passed in its current form. What could change? If the bill is passed all secondary health and safety law could be replaced. The RELB gives the government licence to amend and replace EU law. The …
There are both standard rules and bespoke permits for businesses that use, treat and dispose of waste. In this article, we’ll explain whether you need a permit, which type is suitable for your business and how to apply. An exhaustive guide to environmental waste permits can be referenced on Gov UK’s environmental waste permits guidance. …
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The UK is currently enjoying an extended heatwave. July has consistently seen temperatures of more than 30°C in many parts of the UK. Temperatures are expected to reach in excess of 35°C next week, with some forecasters predicting highs of 43°C, which would be the hottest day ever recorded in the UK. So, with temperatures …
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We’re pleased to announce that we are beginning a venture with Orchard Employment Law. The scheme will give new Hawksafe members access to a free HR consultation providing business owners the opportunity to discuss their HR practices. Keep reading to learn more about the consultations. Who are Orchard Employment Law? Orchard Employment Law is an …
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At Hawksafe, we are always looking at opportunities for our clients to develop their businesses. The LoCASE funding which provides grants to businesses keen to strengthen their sustainability credentials has reopened. Call us at Hawksafe – 01634 353677 – for more information or support. As Environmental consultants, Hawksafe are in a good position to advise …
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Updates to building safety regulations have been floated for a number of years now, picking up momentum in the wake of the Grenfell Tower tragedy in July 2017. Many of the changes have been long overdue, so the new regulations will be welcome to many in the health and safety industry, as well as the …
We will be facilitating a 1-day First aid at work course on Friday 29th April at the Innovation Centre Medway. For organisations looking to train their staff in first aid, we will be running an in-person classroom training course at the end of April. The course is an in-depth training programme for those who want …