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Engineering 19/12/23

The Role of Risk Assessment Matrices

The Role of Risk Assessment Matrices

This informal CPD article ‘The Role of Risk Assessment Matrices’, was provided by Synergen Oil and Gas UK, an independent engineering consultancy specialising in Process Safety, Technical Risk Management and Operational Safety services.

Construction 27/11/23

Timber cladding: the weathering process and its implications for design

Timber cladding: the weathering process and its implications for design

This informal CPD article, ‘Timber cladding: the weathering process and its implications for design’, was provided by Russwood, a UK supplier of high-quality, sustainable timber flooring, cladding, decking & interior cladding products.

Engineering 24/11/23

Air conditioning series ' part 1

Air conditioning series ' part 1

This informal CPD article, ‘Air conditioning series – part 1', was provided by Institute of Refrigeration (IOR), who exists to promote the advancement of refrigeration in all its applications in relation both to the perfection of its methods and to the extension of its services to the community.

Construction 03/11/23

Designing a deck to complement the modern property

Designing a deck to complement the modern property

This informal CPD article, ‘Designing a deck to complement the modern property’, was provided by Arbor Forest Products, one of the largest independent timber importing businesses in the UK, providing outstanding service and distribution to merchants.

Construction 03/11/23

A guide to creating a weatherproof deck

A guide to creating a weatherproof deck

This informal CPD article, ‘A guide to creating a weatherproof deck’, was provided by Arbor Forest Products, one of the largest independent timber importing businesses in the UK, providing outstanding service and distribution to merchants.

Construction 12/10/23

Water Leaks in Modern Construction

Water Leaks in Modern Construction

This informal CPD article, ‘Water Leaks in Modern Construction’, was provided by Quensus, an organization with a mission to provide a more sustainable future for our clean water supply. They bring user-friendly, professional water management solutions to customers in enterprise corporations, small businesses, and the public sector.

Engineering 12/10/23

Leveraging Algorithms in Leak Prevention Systems

Leveraging Algorithms in Leak Prevention Systems

This informal CPD article, ‘Leveraging Algorithms in Leak Prevention Systems’, was provided by Quensus, an organization with a mission to provide a more sustainable future for our clean water supply. They bring user-friendly, professional water management solutions to customers in enterprise corporations, small businesses, and the public sector.

Finance 11/10/23

Best Practices in Modelling Real Estate Transactions

Best Practices in Modelling Real Estate Transactions

This informal CPD article, ‘Best Practices in Modelling Real Estate Transactions,’ was provided by Farley Cove who have built investment and development models for a range of real estate investments and operational businesses, including start-ups, and can provide ongoing analyst support.

Construction 05/10/23

How technology is used for UXO detection

How technology is used for UXO detection

This informal CPD article, ‘How technology is used for UXO detection’, was provided by Brimstone Site Investigation, who are Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) experts dedicated to the safe removal and disposal of Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) across the United Kingdom and around the globe.

Business 05/10/23

CPD - Benefits of Business Sustainability Courses

CPD - Benefits of Business Sustainability Courses

In recent years, the concept of business sustainability has grown significantly due to evolving environmental concerns and societal expectations. Organisations are increasingly becoming more aware of their broader responsibilities, acknowledging the impact they have on society and the planet. Furthermore, customers are prioritising it in their choices and brand loyalty. This article will outline why business sustainability is important and the benefits of undertaking a CPD course.

Construction 13/09/23

What is a CON29DW residential drainage & water search?

What is a CON29DW residential drainage & water search?

This informal article ‘What is a CON29DW residential drainage & water search?’ was provided by SafeMove a trading arm of Yorkshire Water. Formed in 2001, with an aim to provide drainage and water searches for conveyancing purposes, they produce around 90,000 searches per year through a team of expert advisors.

Construction 13/09/23

The Vital Role of Space Planning and Utilization

The Vital Role of Space Planning and Utilization

This informal CPD article ‘The Vital Role of Space Planning and Utilization’ was written by Fadi Elias, Managing Director, SJ Group, who undertake new build and refurbishment projects, spanning the entire construction process from inception to completion, using exceptional levels of innovation and expertise.

Construction 07/09/23

Beside the seaside: composite decking and the coast

Beside the seaside: composite decking and the coast

This informal CPD article, ‘Beside the seaside: composite decking and the coast’, was provided by Arbor Forest Products, one of the largest independent timber importing businesses in the UK, providing outstanding service and distribution to merchants.

Specifying Roof Access Hatches and Ladders: The Key Considerations

Specifying Roof Access Hatches and Ladders: The Key Considerations

This informal CPD article, ‘Specifying Roof Access Hatches and Ladders: The Key Considerations, was provided by Marcus Parnham, Commercial Director at Bilco UK, leading manufacturers and suppliers of Roof Access Hatches, CE marked Natural Smoke Ventilators, Floor Doors, Fixed Vertical and Retractable Ladders. 

Energy 14/08/23

Green is the New Gold: The Emergence of the Chief Sustainability Officer

Green is the New Gold: The Emergence of the Chief Sustainability Officer

This informal CPD article, ‘Green is the New Gold: The Emergence of the Chief Sustainability Officer‘, was provided by Cambashi, a global market research, industry analysis, consulting & training firm, focused on engineering and industrial software markets.

Construction 28/07/23

How are items of UXO disposed of?

How are items of UXO disposed of?

This informal CPD article, ‘How are items of UXO disposed of?’, was provided by Brimstone Site Investigation, who are Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) experts dedicated to the safe removal and disposal of Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) across the United Kingdom and around the globe.

Construction 28/07/23

What is a UXO investigation?

What is a UXO investigation?

This informal CPD article, ‘What is a UXO investigation?’, was provided by Brimstone Site Investigation, who are Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) experts dedicated to the safe removal and disposal of Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) across the United Kingdom and around the globe.

Construction 28/07/23

The sky is the limit: decking and roof areas in cities

The sky is the limit: decking and roof areas in cities

This informal CPD article, ‘The sky is the limit: decking and roof areas in cities’, was provided by Arbor Forest Products, one of the largest independent timber importing businesses in the UK, providing outstanding service and distribution to merchants.

UK Warehouses: Why such a high sprinkler threshold compared to the rest of Europe?

UK Warehouses: Why such a high sprinkler threshold compared to the rest of Europe?

This informal CPD article, ‘UK Warehouses: Why such a high sprinkler threshold compared to the rest of Europe?’, was provided by Iain Cox, Chair of the Business Sprinkler Alliance (BSA), established in 2010 as an alliance of fire safety professionals working to protect UK plc against fire.

CPD tips 19/07/23

CPD tips - Ways to improve your project management skills

CPD tips - Ways to improve your project management skills

Being able to deliver on successful projects is essential to achieving business goals and can provide many advantages regardless of organisational size or industry. The required skills to manage a project efficiently are highly valued in the workplace and can apply to a variety of roles. In this CPD article, we will look at the benefits of developing a project managing skillset, as well as offer some simple tips on how you can improve your project management skills.

Energy 14/07/23

HAZOP vs PHA: Understanding the Differences

HAZOP vs PHA: Understanding the Differences

This informal CPD article ‘HAZOP vs PHA: Understanding the Differences’, was provided by Synergen Oil and Gas UK, an independent engineering consultancy specialising in Process Safety, Technical Risk Management and Operational Safety services.

Construction 03/07/23

The importance of a condition and acquisition survey when securing a new commercial property

The importance of a condition and acquisition survey when securing a new commercial property

This informal CPD article, ‘The importance of a condition and acquisition survey when securing a new commercial property’, was provided by Glass Aftercare, one of the leading commercial glazing specialists in the UK, with 150 years’ combined glass and glazing industry experience, covering everything from maintenance to consultancy.

Construction 03/07/23

Why heated glazing has the cutting-edge technology to transform your space

Why heated glazing has the cutting-edge technology to transform your space

This informal CPD article, ‘Why heated glazing has the cutting-edge technology to transform your space’, was provided by Glass Aftercare, one of the leading commercial glazing specialists in the UK, with 150 years’ combined glass and glazing industry experience, covering everything from maintenance to consultancy.

Construction 29/06/23

What is a UXO survey?

What is a UXO survey?

This informal CPD article, ‘What is a UXO survey?’, was provided by Brimstone Site Investigation, who are Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) experts dedicated to the safe removal and disposal of Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) across the United Kingdom and around the globe.

Energy 27/06/23

Conducting a Process Hazard Analysis: Methods and Steps

Conducting a Process Hazard Analysis: Methods and Steps

This informal CPD article, ‘Conducting a Process Hazard Analysis: Methods and Steps’, was provided by Synergen Oil and Gas UK, an independent engineering consultancy specialising in Process Safety, Technical Risk Management and Operational Safety services.

Construction 23/06/23

Urban Growth and Vibrations: Enhancing Living Spaces Near Transit Hubs

Urban Growth and Vibrations: Enhancing Living Spaces Near Transit Hubs

This informal CPD article Urban Growth and Vibrations: Enhancing Living Spaces Near Transit Hubs was provided by CDM Stravitec, engineering effective solutions for noise and vibration isolation systems since 1951.

Healthcare & Medical 20/06/23

A Concept Ward for Single In-Patient Rooms

A Concept Ward for Single In-Patient Rooms

This informal CPD article on ‘A Concept Ward for Single In-Patient Rooms’ was provided by Health Spaces, healthcare estates and design consultants with integrated project delivery capabilities. An award-winning team of best-in-class healthcare consultants and designers creating and delivering world-class NHS estates and facilities.

Construction 05/06/23

Don't Demolish: Building a Case for Resilience

Don't Demolish: Building a Case for Resilience

This informal CPD article, ‘Don’t Demolish: Building a Case for Resilience', was provided by Business Sprinkler Alliance (BSA), established in 2010 as an alliance of fire safety professionals working to protect UK plc against fire.

Energy 04/06/23

Why facilities managers need to understand and evidence ESG

Why facilities managers need to understand and evidence ESG

This informal CPD article, ‘Why facilities managers need to understand and evidence ESG’, was provided by Glass Aftercare, one of the leading commercial glazing specialists in the UK, with 150 years’ combined glass and glazing industry experience covering everything from maintenance to consultancy.

Energy 04/06/23

What is a whole-carbon policy, and how does it affect your building?

What is a whole-carbon policy, and how does it affect your building?

This informal CPD article, ‘What is a whole-carbon policy, and how does it affect your building?’, was provided by Glass Aftercare, one of the leading commercial glazing specialists in the UK. We've pledged to work towards net zero emissions and set sustainability goals today to positively impact your building’s performance in the future.

Transport 03/06/23

From Globalization, to Localization, to Diversification: The Pandemic is Reshaping Supply Chains

From Globalization, to Localization, to Diversification: The Pandemic is Reshaping Supply Chains

This informal CPD article will look at how operational and technological investment can provide solutions to the challenges faced by the logistics industry as manufacturers localize and diversify their operations. It was provided by Cambashi, a global market research, industry analysis, consulting & training firm focused on engineering and industrial software markets.

Construction 02/06/23

What is a UXO risk assessment?

What is a UXO risk assessment?

This informal CPD article, ‘What is a UXO risk assessment?’, was provided by Brimstone Site Investigation who are Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) experts dedicated to the safe removal and disposal of Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) across the United Kingdom and around the globe.

Construction 02/06/23

What's in the core? A guide to composite decking profiles

What's in the core? A guide to composite decking profiles

This informal CPD article, ‘What’s in the core? A guide to composite decking profiles’, was provided by Arbor Forest Products, one of the largest independent timber importing businesses in the UK, providing outstanding service and distribution to merchants.

Construction 02/06/23

Managing your site's UXO risk

Managing your site's UXO risk

This informal CPD article, ‘Managing your site’s UXO risk’, was provided by Brimstone Site Investigation who are Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) experts dedicated to the safe removal and disposal of Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) across the United Kingdom and around the globe.

Business 01/06/23

The Triple Impact of ESG: Building Trust with Investors, Customers, and Talent

The Triple Impact of ESG: Building Trust with Investors, Customers, and Talent

This informal CPD article, ‘The Triple Impact of ESG: Building Trust with Investors, Customers, and Talent’, was provided by Gamma Business Communications, a leading supplier of Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) in the UK, German, Spanish and Benelux business markets.

Energy 27/05/23

ESG: Fad or Solid Business Sense?

ESG: Fad or Solid Business Sense?

This informal CPD article, 'ESG: Fad or Solid Business Sense?' was provided by FBRH Consultants, who aim to help businesses gain value by operating in much cleverer, sustainable ways.

Why are we not protecting our valuable assets?

Why are we not protecting our valuable assets?

This informal CPD article, ‘Why are we not protecting our valuable assets?', was provided by Business Sprinkler Alliance (BSA), established in 2010 as an alliance of fire safety professionals working to protect UK plc against fire.

Construction 07/05/23

What is Martyn's Law, and why is it crucial for the glazing industry?

What is Martyn's Law, and why is it crucial for the glazing industry?

This informal CPD article, ‘What is Martyn’s Law, and why is it crucial for the glazing industry?, was provided by Glass Aftercare, one of the leading commercial glazing specialists in the UK, with 150 years’ combined glass and glazing industry experience covering everything from maintenance to consultancy. 

Military 30/04/23

The Risks and Dangers of Unexploded Ordnance

The Risks and Dangers of Unexploded Ordnance

This informal CPD article, ‘The Risks and Dangers of Unexploded Ordnance’, was provided by Brimstone Site Investigation who are Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) experts dedicated to the safe removal and disposal of Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) across the United Kingdom and around the globe.

Military 30/04/23

The History of Unexploded Ordnance in the UK

The History of Unexploded Ordnance in the UK

This informal CPD article, ‘The History of Unexploded Ordnance in the UK’, was provided by Brimstone Site Investigation who are Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) experts dedicated to the safe removal and disposal of Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) across the United Kingdom and around the globe.

Energy 27/04/23

Benefits and Challenges of Implementing Risk-Based Process Safety Systems

Benefits and Challenges of Implementing Risk-Based Process Safety Systems

This informal CPD article, ‘Benefits and Challenges of Implementing Risk-Based Process Safety Systems’, was provided by Synergen Oil and Gas UK, an independent engineering consultancy specialising in Process Safety, Technical Risk Management and Operational Safety services.

Heights of Confusion: One Rule for One, and One for Another

Heights of Confusion: One Rule for One, and One for Another

This informal CPD article, ‘Heights of Confusion: One Rule for One, and One for Another’ was provided by Business Sprinkler Alliance (BSA), established in 2010 as an alliance of fire safety professionals working to protect UK plc against fire.

Construction 15/04/23

The anatomy of a deck: understanding decking from the inside out

The anatomy of a deck: understanding decking from the inside out

This informal CPD article ‘The anatomy of a deck: understanding decking from the inside out‘ was provided by Arbor Forest Products, one of the largest independent timber importing businesses in the UK, providing outstanding service and distribution to merchants.

Engineering 05/04/23

How to Conduct a Process Safety Audit: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Conduct a Process Safety Audit: A Step-by-Step Guide

This informal CPD article ‘How to Conduct a Process Safety Audit: A Step-by-Step Guide’ was provided by Synergen Oil and Gas UK, an independent engineering consultancy specialising in Process Safety, Technical Risk Management and Operational Safety services.

Building Fires: Why Are We Making Assumptions About The Outcome?

Building Fires: Why Are We Making Assumptions About The Outcome?

This informal CPD article, ‘Building Fires: Why Are We Making Assumptions About The Outcome?’ was provided by Business Sprinkler Alliance (BSA), established in 2010 as an alliance of fire safety professionals working to protect UK plc against fire.

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