Since the tragedy that was the Grenfell Tower fire of June 2017, there have been calls for the UK’s Building Safety system to be reformed. The Government are now beginning to work towards responding to these calls and whilst nothing Read more…
Fire Safety in a building cannot be managed without knowing the building’s fire emergency strategy. ‘Stay put or Evacuate?’ is a question that has raised a lot of conversation since the Grenfell Tower tragedy in June 2017 and is still Read more…
This Thursday 10th September, our very own Gary Hendry (TIFireE FSIDip TechIOSH) and Lee Allen will be taking part in an online Zoom event for the Leasehold Social. The Leasehold Social is a networking and events company within the Leasehold Read more…
On Monday 20th July 2020, the Government published a draft of their highly anticipated Building Safety Bill, which introduces extensive reforms and fundamental changes to current building safety legislation. The Building Safety Bill is a long-awaited response to Dame Judith Read more…
The law is clear that if you are a Landlord or Property Manager you will need to ensure that the properties you manage are safe and free from health hazards (HSE). Duties under the Health and Safety at Work etc Read more…
A flat’s front door forms an essential part of the fire compartmentation for a building. This is because a fire is most likely to occur inside a flat, therefore, to protect others in the block, it is important that the Read more…
In light of the current climate, the IRPM (Intstitute of Residential Property Management) Annual Seminar has been postponed until May 2021. But don’t worry! The IRPM have announced a brand-new Online Seminar which is set to take place Wednesday 21st Read more…
What is Asbestos? Asbestos is a naturally occurring fibrous material that was widely used in building materials up until 2000 due to its heat resisting and durability properties. Asbestos is also harmful to health when disturbed fibres are breathed in. Read more…
As a Managing Agent, Landlord, RMC, or RTM, you will need to have regular Fire Risk Assessments carried out on the properties you manage or own in order to comply with The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. The Fire Read more…
As the need for our support services continues to grow across the UK, we must also do the same with our team; welcoming new starters to the 4site family is an exciting time and we are pleased to introduce some Read more…
On Thursday 19 March 2020, the UK Government introduced the Fire Safety Bill (FSB), which seeks to make changes to the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. These changes affect all managed residential blocks located in Great Britain (aside from Read more…