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Peter Akid describes how the newly-launched Hard Facilities Management framework provides access to a huge range of essential goods and services
The BESA argue that millions of pounds in running costs saved if ventilation and air conditioning systems were properly maintained
Paul Lloyd, of the Healthcare Facilities Consortium, examines the challenges the healthcare environment poses to estates and facilities management
Graham Wright, president of HEVAC, explains why heating, ventilation and air conditioning should be monitored closely to ensure long-term efficient and effective operation.
Ian Burden of Capita Health Partners, on behalf of BIFM, looks at how effective use of technology in facilities management can bring tangible benefits to the NHS.
Building owners have to improve their knowledge of building maintenance techniques or face serious cost and legal problems, says Simon Carter, of Building & Engineering Services Association
Millions of pounds could be shaved from NHS running costs if estates managers take a closer look at how their heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems are performing, according to the Building & Engineering Services Association
NHS estate managers have been criticised for failing to bring ageing properties up to date. Health Business looks at the issues facing hospitals and highlights some successful projects
James Sutton of the British Institute of Facilities Management (BIFM) writes about the importance of facilities management in healthcare and how the sector can achieve its due recognition
Healthcare in the UK is underpinned by facilities management, which, as Gareth Tancred, ceo of British Institute of Facilities Management (BIFM) explains, is much more than just sweeping up and general caretaking duties – facilities management is an intrinsic part of its success
Starbucks, M&S Food, robots working as porters – it’s easy to understand why Forth Valley Royal Hospital’s innovative approach to facilities management has taken home multiple awards.
Recent Carbon Trust research shows that over 80 per cent of the public sector agrees that carbon reduction projects will deliver financial benefits
Effective facilities management, combining resources and activities, is vital to the success of any organisation, says the British Institute of Facilities Management
Nicola Paice of the British Institute of Facilities Management looks at effective NHS procurement options in the current economic climate
Paul Lloyd, technical director, Healthcare Facilities Consortium, looks at specifying FM software and ways to reduce costs when choosing and implementing a new or replacement FM system
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UK Building Regulations highlight toxic gas and smoke from layers of paint built up over multiple redecorations as a major cause of permanent ill health or death in a building fire.
Their concern rose with discovery the flame retardant paints most widely used paint along escape routes have been ones which to this day counter-productively use emission of heavy toxic gas to smother flames which rapidly spread along walls if layers of paint delaminate in a fire.
Northwich’s Victoria Infirmary (VIN) Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) has enabled more patients
Adveco, the commercial hot water specialist, announces the launch of live metering of domestic ho
Sarah Greenslade, public affairs and communications officer at the British Parking Association looks at some of the problems and innovations in healthcare parking
It’s easy to assume that the comms team is there to handle press enquiries and the occasional social media storm – but the reality is that strategic communications can make a measurable impact across the entire organisation, from operational to financial, when done properly