Latest Industry News
BRE recognises wood’s green credentials with top ratings for WWA windows in the latest green guide
Do you give prompt payment discounts? If so then the law is set to change
The rules for calculating the VAT due on sales made on goods and services where the supplier offers a prompt payment are changing, with effect from April 2015.
CPA Weekly Notes 12th December 2014
As a benefit of BWF's membership of the Construction Products Association (CPA), logged-in members are able to view the latest Weekly Notes
A former employee of mine is requesting that I give him a reference. Do I have to provide one?
Find out what information you are obliged to provide and why you may need to show due care in order to avoid legal action from the individual or even from a downstream employer
Late payment still rife in construction as consultation targets large firms over payment practices
Chief Construction Advisor Peter Hansford joins the debate with BWF and other leading construction trade bodies
BWF Heritage and Conservation Joinery Group meets
The aim of the BWF Heritage and Conservation group is for members to come together and share experience, knowledge and best practice and develop a range of resources.
Failing to install guards on circular saws costs firm £10,000 after unannounced HSE visit
HSE spotted the unprotected saws during an unannounced visit in April 2014. They issued a Prohibition Notice requiring the saws not to be used until guards had been fitted but this was ignored.
Updated Code of Practice on Safe Use of Work Equipment launched
This update of the 1998 ACoP contains guidance for employers, duty-holders and anyone who has responsibility for the safe use of work equipment, such as managers and supervisors.
Autumn Statement 2014: Some good news for business, but still a way to go, warns the BWF
CPA Weekly Notes 5th December 2014
As a benefit of BWF's membership of the Construction Products Association (CPA), logged-in members are able to view the latest Weekly Notes
CPA Autumn Statement Special December 2014
As a benefit of BWF's membership of the Construction Products Association (CPA), logged-in members are able to view the CPA Autumn Statement Special December 2014
CPA Weekly Notes 28th November 2014
As a benefit of BWF's membership of the Construction Products Association (CPA), logged-in members are able to view the latest Weekly Notes
Technical wizards, rising stars and a health and safety hero take their bows at BWF Awards
The outstanding achievements of two leading joinery companies, two of the industry's newest talents and a true health and safety professional were recognised at the BWF awards last week.
