Sime launches stainless steel flues for high-rises
Yorkshire-based boiler manufacturer Sime has developed a stainless steel gas boiler flue suitable for use in high-rise buildings
Employer guidance for the festive season
John Thompson, CEO of the Association of Plumbing & Heating Contractors (APHC), looks at whether employers are liable for any employee indiscretions over the festive period relating to drunk driving and inappropriate conduct at company events
OFTEC extends registrations during COVID-19 crisis
OFTEC has extended all current business and technician registrations for two months without charge, as part of the trade association’s support for its 9,000 registrants during the coronavirus pandemic.
Burn admissions rise during lockdown
The number of contact burns from heating appliances has increased by 25% and scalding incidents from taps rise by 9% this year
IGEM spreads gas safety message
The Institution of Gas Engineers & Managers (IGEM) has announced plans to launch a gas safety initiative to coincide with next month’s 2019 Gas Safety Week
Vent Hygiene CRO cards set to close
SKILLcard has announced that the CRO cards for Vent Hygiene Specialist, Ductwork Cleaning Specialist and Kitchen Grease Extract Operative will close on 1 November...
Landlord gets suspended jail term over gas safety failings
Duran Akbulut failed to have a gas boiler checked by a qualified engineer and obtain the necessary safety certificate.
Scottish government confirms return for domestic work
The Construction Industry Coronavirus (CICV) Forum has warmly welcomed the Scottish government’s announcement that domestic work will be included amongst the scope of construction work now permitted
Coronavirus crisis: CIPHE issues guidance for trade
Guidance has been released from the CIPHE in response to the coronavirus outbreak.
Torbay plumber escapes jail despite illegal gas work
Mark Evans gets suspended sentence after leaving a boiler in a “potentially dangerous state”