NOTE: The date for this event is TBC pending re-opening of the Palace of Westminster dining rooms. For more information please contact WSBF Policy Manager, Rob Allen
Products used throughout the life-cycle of a building have a critical impact on its safety. Irrespective of what construction products are made of, or how they are intended for use, they must be compliant with necessary performance standards. Third party certification and approval is key to maintaining trust between stakeholders, especially given the scale complexity of modern construction projects.
This lunchtime discussion forms part of a series of roundtable sessions focused on improving standards in the construction industry. Previous events have included discussions around Modern Methods of Construction (MMC), digitisation within the industry and introduction of a mandatory licensing scheme.
This roundtable will bring together industry experts to explore issues surrounding product selection and will be co-chaired by Felicity Buchan MP and Sarah Jones MP. It is being convened by the Westminster Sustainable Business Forum (WSBF) in partnership with the British Board of Agrément (BBA).
Generally, the discussion will explore the need for proper testing, assessment and certification of construction products, and challenges associated with the proper marketing of construction products. Specifically, we would like the discussion to explore the following topics:
NOTE: The date for this event is TBC pending re-opening of the Palace of Westminster dining rooms. For more information please contact WSBF Policy Manager, Rob Allen