PCA Weekly News - 5th August 2023
In your weekly PCA update this week:
- Social Housing Regulations passes into law, August 23
- The importance of authoritative bodies surrounding invasive non-native species
- Awards video released!
- Webinar replay
- Menopause in the workplace
- Early Bird - offer until 21st August
Social Housing Regulations passes into law, August 23
Awaab's Law, a significant reform in the housing sector, has been enacted...but what does this mean for the many? CEO, Steve Hodgson discusses what the law requires from social housing landlords to promptly resolve damp and mould problems along with what measures will be in place for councils and housing associations. Although primarily focused on social housing (although private landlords may also face changes), this new law puts PCA members at the forefront when requiring specialists and proven competency in dealing with damp issues.
To read the full blog click on the link below.
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The importance of authoritative bodies surrounding "invasive" non-native plants
In his latest blog, Technical Manager Daniel Docking delves into the pivotal role played by many authoritative organisations within the invasive non-native species (INNS) industry. Dan highlights the importance of their contributions to the sector including; scientific studies, input to parliamentary debates, and valuable research. All this whilst raising the topic of the importance of consulting these professional bodies when faced with an invasive plant issue, rather than trusting unreliable online sources.
To read the blog in full to click the button below.
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Awards video is released!
Off the back of another successful Best Practice Awards, we are pleased to share with you the official highlights video. Once again, a huge well done to all of the winners.
For our fortunate winners, recognition of your success is now well underway. PR pieces will shortly be released both nationally and within your local corresponding areas. Winners will be receiving a tailored PR release too so that you can make use of them on your website. Moreover, the 2023 winner logo will be sent to all winners next week for use on your promotional material and website.
We would also like to take this opportunity to thank everyone again that attended and all the sponsors of the awards. To watch the video , click on the button below.
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Webinar replay!
Thank you to everyone who joined last week's live webinar - ‘Domestic Ventilation Competency – Do we need to aim higher?’
John Bradley, Cornerstone Professional services, lead the webinar where discussions centered around the demand for specialist knowledge to tackle condensation and mould in existing dwellings and what training and qualifications do we have at present in the UK.
If you missed it or would like to share the webinar with your colleague, click on the button below to view the replay. Webinars are taking a short break over the summer holidays however will be back in September with details following soon...
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Menstruation, menstrual health and menopause in the workplace
Although the issue of menstrual health and menopause may be in the media more than ever at the moment, the topic of how it affects employees within the workplace – particularly in a male dominated industry such as ours – has never really been discussed.
Fortunately, BSI has produced a free standard (BS 30416:2023) designed to help organisations support employees. It sets out practical recommendations for workplace adjustments, as well as strategies to sit alongside existing well-being initiatives.
The standard is worth a read (for both men and women!), to highlight what companies should be considering alongside recommendations to promote supportive workplaces cultures. You can download the document below...
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Early Bird offer - open until August 21st
As the International Property Care Conference draws closer, so does the deadline to take advantage of our 'Early Bird' tickets. This years speaker line-up is shaping up nicely and as we finalise the programme, we are looking forward to announcing the industry leaders and pioneers who will be speaking on the day.
For those associated with the surveying, construction and preservation industry, this is another conference that promises to deliver industry insights, a chance for invaluable networking and the opportunity to develop your knowledge.
The Early Bird offer is open until 21st August, you can find out more about the conference and how to book your spot, by clicking the button below...
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In other news...
RICS Japanese Knotweed & Invasive Plants Webinar
Technical Manager Daniel Docking will be hosting a webinar for RICS on 16th August. Daniel will be discussing how bamboo and other invasive plants have similar properties to Japanese Knotweed and understanding the risks associated with invasive plants. Those that are registered with RICS do have the opportunity to listen. For those that might be interest, click on the link below.
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PBCtoday article - Watershock
You may remember a blog we wrote surrounding ‘watershock’ in new build homes. This article continues to be picked up with PBCtoday who have just released it this week. The rise of dampness issues in new build homes is a growing problem that PCA has being hearing more about, and it just so happens that it is the subject of the next webinar at the end of September. Look out for details of the webinar coming soon. In the mean time read the article by clicking below.
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