Keeping on top of Europe

Article Abstract:

Many European Community directives affect the construction industry and is is necessary for architects to keep abreast of new legislation. Information can be obtained from government departments such as the Department of Trade and Industry, Department of the Environment and the Health and Safety Executive. The Official Journal of the European Communities is published daily and contains text of laws and notices of public contracts. Directives concerned with construction products, public procurement, mutual recognition, health and safety and environmental protection are directly relevant to construction.

Europe, Laws, regulations and rules, Government information, European Economic Community

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Fire-protecting the business

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The UK Loss Prevention Council, which represents insurance companies, is placing strong emphasis on including fire protection systems in buildings at the design stage. It is recommending design features which make buildings more secure, as half of serious business fires are the result of arson. It is also looking at measures for structural fire protection, especially in warehouses and storage areas. Furthermore, it has issued recommendations about what to do in the event of a fire and about fire risks in newly completed buildings.

Methods, Design and construction, Commercial buildings, Fire prevention

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Eco-building specification

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The UK Association of Environment Conscious Builders has issued the GreenPro 97 CD, which gives information about green specification. It presents directories of materials and manufacturers, contractors and professionals, and gives lists of types of fabric elements within the products section. It includes descriptions approved suppliers and their products. The Technical Aid Network is also promoting green specification with its 'Green Building Handbook.' This has a domestic-scale focus and looks in detail at a range of materials.

Purchasing, Environmental aspects, Building materials

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