The Government has launched a consultation to review the private rented sector (PRS) Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (England) Regulations 2015 and the report of the Private Rented Sector Electrical Safety Standards Working Group.
Landlords will be required by law to install working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in their properties, under measures announced by Housing Minister Brandon Lewis on the 11 March 2015.
At its final trade event this year, leading electrical distribution manufacturer, Hager UK will be sharing its expertise around the impending wiring regulations due to come into force in January 2015.
In a world of ever-changing legislation and best practice it is a constant challenge to remain current, ensuring that electrical suppliers are providing the best possible service to their customers.
Vent-Axia, the leaders in low carbon ventilation technology, welcomes the publication of the new Approved Documents Part L of the Building Regulations as an essential “step change” in kitchen fan efficiency.
Earlier this year the Department for Communities and Local Government (DCLG) undertook a major consultation exercise in relation to proposed changes to the Building Regulations and Approved Documents in England.
The Electrical Safety Council (ESC) has welcomed the government’s approach to amending Part P of the Building Regulations for England - which have just been announced - but has also expressed some concerns regarding these changes.
Leading cabling and IP solutions provider Concordia Technologies is highlighting the issues facing the broader industry under the Constructions Products Regulation (CPR), a new piece of European legislation being introduced covering the classification of cables installed within buildings.
• From July 2013, CE MARKING of construction products covered by harmonised European Standards is mandatory.
• Manufacturers, importers and distributors have new obligations and responsibilities when placing a construction product on the market.
• Designers, specifiers and builders must be aware and understand the new requirements on construction products.
NICEIC Chief Executive Officer Emma Clancy was among a panel of leading electrical contracting industry figures called in front of the Department of Communities and Local Government (CLG) Select Committee to discuss the case for retaining electrical safety as part of the building regulations.