Calls for maximum working temperature for outdoor workers

A national maximum working temperature for outdoor workers should be introduced in response to global warming, alongside adaptions to personal protective equipment (PPE), an influential advisory body has said. In a report published this week, the Climate Change Committee warned that UK temperatures are increasing… The post Calls for maximum working temperature for outdoor workers appeared first on Construction News.

Zive Capital wins greenlight for Norwich’s first BTR scheme

The Victoria Gardens scheme will include flexible commercial and start-up business space and new landscaped outdoor space alongside 432 homes. The post Zive Capital wins greenlight for Norwich’s first BTR scheme appeared first on Property Week.

The Property Developer’s Guide to Low-Maintenance Outdoor Spaces in 2026

The post The Property Developer’s Guide to Low-Maintenance Outdoor Spaces in 2026 appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Post-pandemic buyer priorities have shifted. Outdoor space now ranks alongside location and bedroom count, but expectations have changed. Buyers want usable gardens without ongoing effort. Professional buyers lack time. First-time buyers lack experience. Downsizers want to avoid physical upkeep. For developers, this creates an opportunity: deliver outdoor spaces that look good, function well, and require […]

How Well Do UV-Resistant Artificial Plants Perform in the Sun and Heat?

The post How Well Do UV-Resistant Artificial Plants Perform in the Sun and Heat? appeared first on UK Construction Blog. It’s specifically what happens to artificial plants that weren’t designed for outdoor use or were marketed as outdoor-suitable without the material quality to back that claim up. Genuine UV-resistant artificial plants are manufactured with UV stabilizers compounded into the raw material, usually polyethylene or polypropylene, before the leaves are even shaped. Rain washes it away […]

Report Highlights Jobsite Heat Risks as OSHA Extends Guidelines Another Five Years

Federal safety and health agency updated and extended "emphasis program" for outdoor and indoor heat-related hazards until 2031 as advocates warn of declining workplace safety enforcement under the Trump administration.

What should I consider when choosing the best outdoor consumer unit for my home in the UK?

What are the differences between 'Outdoor plywood' and 'Marine Plywood'?