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  From laying out plans to actively drilling, fire safety drills are critical to preventing real harm. Safety drills matter to healthcare facilities since they not only house critical healthcare personnel, but potentially vulnerable patients. These patients may not be able to move on their own during a crisis situation or could injure themselves by…

  The Government of British Columbia is investing in digital permitting and the construction industry to make the process quicker and more collaborative. “Faster approvals and builds will unlock more homes for British Columbians sooner, easing some of the pressure on our strained housing market,” said Ravi Kahlon, minister of housing. The Ministry of Housing, with…

  A new agreement means less paperwork for applicants pursuing LEED and WELL certification for the same building. The Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) and the International Well Building Institute (IWBI) have introduced a streamlined process for submitting documentation. “It builds upon our shared commitment to driving positive health outcomes across the built environment,” says…

    Heating and cooling are a big part of facility management, so when it comes time to replace your HVAC system, you need all the information to make the right decision for your building. While the investment certainly pays off over the long haul, it’s a hefty outlay, so it’s crucial that you consider…

    The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) released its bi-annual Bug Barometer, which forecasts what Americans can expect from pest populations in their respective regions across the U.S. this spring and summer based on weather patterns, long-term forecasts, and pest biology. Due to the erratic weather experienced across the U.S. this winter and warm and wet…

A rise in workplace mental health issues calls for an informed response from managers and organizations.     The rise in the number of sick days employees have been taking is becoming a concern in many developed countries. In Sweden, the number of sick days per employee increased by one full day per year from…