Author: FM College Admin

From January 23, 2023 all firefighter and evacuation lifts in high-rise residential buildings are now subject to an additional new monthly check.  The Grenfell Tower Inquiry noted in the Phase 1 report that: “When the firefighters attended the fire at Grenfell Tower, they were unable to operate the mechanism that should have allowed them to…

The Supply Chain Sustainability School, a multi-award-winning initiative which represents a common approach to addressing sustainability within supply chains, has released its 2023 Impact Report.  The report surveyed over one thousand of its members across the country to get their thoughts on what is important to their organisation and supply chain, plus offered insights into…

Digital technologies help plants achieve better data management while retaining legacy infrastructure. Today’s operations teams face more challenges than ever before as management focuses on efficiency to realize maximum value from every minute of production. Moreover, a new global focus on sustainable manufacturing means plant personnel need to manage emissions, energy use, and waste to…

  As the weather steadily warms up, outdoor maintenance often takes centre stage in a facility manager’s daily duties, and your lawn mower can be a critical tool in that endeavour. Keeping your lawn neat and tidy is important for pest control and drainage, as well as presenting a professional outdoor appearance for your building….

Today (10 May) marks World FM Day 2023, a day of celebration and recognition for facility managers and the entire FM profession. Below, a number of FM professionals share their comments on this vital profession: This year’s theme ‘Making a real difference’ celebrates the behind-the-scenes heroes of the built environment and shares well-deserved thanks for…

  Nova Scotia’s Auditor General has issued a scathing critique of lax fire safety oversight in the province. In a newly released report, Auditor General Kim Adair raises a long list of concerns related to the Office of the Fire Marshal, including: overdue or overlooked inspections; incomplete evidence for required investigations; inattention to building plan…