To enable the Government to achieve its legal target to bring all greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050, it has issued a draft amendment to Approved Document L for both new and existing dwellings in England. This document sets out the Government’s plans for the U-values for windows and external doors, which are… Read more »
To support our members, Kevin Underwood, BWF Technical Director, has created an insightful summary of the 24 proposals and 26 consultation questions featured in the “Planning for the Future” report.
The BWF Redundancy Guidance provides expert advice and outlines six key steps to consider before beginning a redundancy process.
The BWF Health & Wellbeing Guidance document offers practical advice to help employers create a positive remote working environment.
As an employer you have a duty of care to ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of your employees whether they are working from home or the workplace. The BWF have produced a DSE Self-Assessment Form for members to use.
There is no escaping the fact that, by its very nature, the woodworking industry poses a significant risk of injury to its workers. The BWF Health and Safety Manual is intended to help all woodworking employers, and members of their management and supervisory staff, in meeting the duties that are placed upon them under health… Read more »
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has been in effect since 25 May 2018, bringing significant changes to data protection laws. To help our members navigate these changes, we have developed a comprehensive GDPR audit checklist.
Through our partnership with First Report, BWF members can access complimentary credit checks. This detailed document provides step-by-step instructions on how to utilise this service.
The BWF Risk Register Template is a valuable tool designed to help joinery manufacturing and woodworking businesses systematically identify and manage potential risks. This structured process is essential for business owners to proactively address various types of risks that could impact their operations.
NEW FOR JULY 2017 – The publication covers the relevant standards for weather tightness, how to determine what performance level is required, and what needs to be considered before testing takes place.
NEW FOR JULY 2017 – The publication covers the relevant standards for weather tightness, how to determine what performance level is required, and what needs to be considered before testing takes place.
An overview of materials health issues, challenges and opportunities as they relate to timber products and formaldehyde
The Environment Agency for England & Wales (EA) has published a new guide which provides a comprehensive overview on waste wood; what waste wood is, how it is classified and categorised, how it is regulated and issues arising from its regulation.
The BWF Discrimination and Harassment Policy outlines a company’s commitment to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, free from bullying, harassment, and victimisation.
