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Construction 09/12/25

Transitioning from BS 476 to BS EN 1634: Building the Golden Thread in Fire Door Compliance

Transitioning from BS 476 to BS EN 1634: Building the Golden Thread in Fire Door Compliance

This informal CPD article ‘Transitioning from BS 476 to BS EN 1634: Building the Golden Thread in Fire Door Compliance’ was provided by Woodmarque, a Construction Education and Training organisation based in Northern Ireland.

Provider Case Studies 21/11/25

Howler UK - CPD Member Case Study

Howler UK - CPD Member Case Study

We have been asking our members from across the industries the reasons why they became a CPD provider. This CPD Member case study was provided by Howler UK. For more information, please visit their CPD Member Directory page.  

Strengthening Fire Safety – Updates to BS5839-1:2025

Strengthening Fire Safety – Updates to BS5839-1:2025

This informal CPD article ‘Strengthening Fire Safety – Updates to BS5839-1:2025’ was provided by Jade Masefield of OpenView Security Solutions, an independent security company providing unique, innovative solutions to meet individual client needs in both the private and public sectors.

Provider Case Studies 11/07/25

Bolster Systems - CPD Member Case Study

Bolster Systems - CPD Member Case Study

We have been asking our members from across the industries the reasons why they became a CPD provider. This CPD Member case study was provided by Bolster Systems. For more information, please visit their CPD Member Directory page.

Construction 23/10/24

10 Key Mistakes To Avoid When Developing Effective Lockout Procedures

10 Key Mistakes To Avoid When Developing Effective Lockout Procedures

This informal CPD article, ‘10 Key Mistakes To Avoid When Developing Effective Lockout Procedures', was provided by E-Square Alliance, a global leader in hazardous energy isolation, providing life-critical Lockout Tagout safety solutions that safeguard industrial workers worldwide.

Engineering 29/05/24

Why Do Lithium-ion Batteries Catch Fire?

Why Do Lithium-ion Batteries Catch Fire?

This informal CPD article ’Why Do Lithium-ion Batteries Catch Fire? was provided by Dr. Frank Richter, CEO of Greenectra, renowned battery experts who can help you with training, recruiting, and consulting to fully optimize your battery innovation capabilities.

Construction 17/05/24

Essential Steps for Properly Removing Lockout Tagout Devices in the Workplace

Essential Steps for Properly Removing Lockout Tagout Devices in the Workplace

This informal CPD article, ‘Essential Steps for Properly Removing Lockout Tagout Devices in the Workplace,’ was provided by E-Square Alliance, a global leader in hazardous energy isolation, providing life-critical Lockout Tagout safety solutions that safeguard industrial workers worldwide.

Engineering 08/02/24

The Significance of Consequence Modelling in Fire and Explosion Risk Assessment

The Significance of Consequence Modelling in Fire and Explosion Risk Assessment

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

Construction 26/01/24

Fire Safety: A Sustainable Practice

Fire Safety: A Sustainable Practice

This informal CPD article ‘Fire Safety: A Sustainable Practice’ was provided by Tom Roche, Secretary of the Business Sprinkler Alliance established in 2010 as an alliance of fire safety professionals working to protect UK plc against fire.

Construction 22/01/24

The Haunting Impact of Past Decisions on Fire Safety

The Haunting Impact of Past Decisions on Fire Safety

This informal CPD article ‘The Haunting Impact of Past Decisions on Fire Safety’, was provided by Tom Roche, Secretary of the Business Sprinkler Alliance, established in 2010 as an alliance of fire safety professionals working to protect UK plc against fire.

Construction 05/01/24

A comprehensive guide to roof ladder specification

A comprehensive guide to roof ladder specification

This informal CPD article, ‘A comprehensive guide to roof ladder specification’, was provided by Bilco UK, leading manufacturers and suppliers of Roof Access Hatches, CE marked Natural Smoke Ventilators, Floor Doors, Fixed Vertical and Retractable Ladders. It discusses the essential factors that architects should take into account at the initial stages of a building’s design, when specifying roof ladders for upcoming projects, and provides insight into ensuring compliance with the legislation detailed in Approved Document K.

Provider Case Studies 22/12/23

Bilco UK - CPD Member Case Study

Bilco UK - CPD Member Case Study

We have been asking our members from across the industries the reasons why they became a CPD provider. This CPD Member case study was provided by Bilco UK. For more information, please visit their CPD Member Directory page.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

A Building Destroyed By Fire Is Not A Regulatory Success

A Building Destroyed By Fire Is Not A Regulatory Success

This informal CPD article, ‘A Building Destroyed By Fire Is Not A Regulatory Success,’ was provided by Business Sprinkler Alliance (BSA), established in 2010 as an alliance of fire safety professionals working to protect UK plc against fire.

Hospitality 09/11/22

CPD Online College - Member Case Study

CPD Online College - Member Case Study

We have been asking our members from across the industries the reasons why they became a CPD provider. This Member case study was provided by CPD Online College. For more information please visit their CPD Member Directory page.

Hochiki Europe - CPD Member Case Study

Hochiki Europe - CPD Member Case Study

We have been asking our members from across the industries the reasons why they became a CPD provider. This CPD Member case study was provided by Hochiki Europe. For more information please visit their CPD Member Directory page.

Construction 11/01/22

Flat Roofs & Fire Risk

Flat Roofs & Fire Risk

This informal CPD article Flat Roofs & Fire Risk was provided by CARLISLE Construction Materials, waterproofing solutions for flat roofs, facades, buildings and landscapes. 

Can CPD Benefit Fire Safety?

Can CPD Benefit Fire Safety?

Fire safety in the workplace is a hot topic and of utmost importance to any building. If working environments fail to implement robust fire safety strategies, they could potentially face devastating consequences such as property being destroyed and person

Energy 04/06/19

Addressing the Threat of Fire in Storage Tanks

Addressing the Threat of Fire in Storage Tanks

This informal CPD article on Addressing the Threat of Fire in Storage Tanks was provided by Patol, a privately owned British leading company in designing and manufacturing specialist fire detection products. There are many hazardous environments which po

Fire Safety Training Courses for Employees

Fire Safety Training Courses for Employees

Importance of Fire Safety Training Courses Fire safety training courses are a great investment that will keep employees safe and help prevent fires. This article covers the importance of fire safety training courses and why employees should complete fire

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