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The final report on Grenfell has been released. It is 1700 pages, 7 Volumes - representing the scale of negligence and failure to deliver as an industry.   It was difficult to read the conclusions, and to see the amount of mistakes committed by several different professions that eventually led to the death of 72 people of which 18 were children.   As construction professionals, we are responsible for people's wellbeing and safety by designing, curating and building the structures they occupy. If we don’t consider every aspect and every detail - people will be impacted. People could die and people have died.   To summarise a very thorough and extensively considered report:   ·  The government failed to provide suitable guidance to compliance through building regulations and lack of a focused department ·  The contractors failed us by not ensuring compliance on site ·  Building control failed to audit and be objective ·  The manufacturers of materials lied about their performance and testing ·  Architects and engineers didn’t consider or question what they were specifying This is not the end of the list - sadly there's more failure and improvements to make. This was all avoidable. All due to lack of sufficient thought and care. We need to do better.   What now? Where do we go from here? What happens to Grenfell?   I urge everyone in the construction industry to read as much of the report as possible. And to question every standard they work to and absolutely always aim for better. https://lnkd.in/eAVuknbt #buildingsafety #construction #builtenvironment #standards #regulations

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Such a great time speaking with Engineering News-Record! You can read about my perspective on the Flagstaff market in the article:

Discover the key findings of the Grenfell Tower inquiry Phase 2 report and the failures throughout the installation process.

Stormy weather or clear skies ahead for commercial construction? The commercial construction industry is no stranger to challenges. Check out the June 3rd issue of Lehigh Valley Business Journal to read about what may be happening the rest of 2024 and into 2025. #commercialconstruction #nationallylicensedAEfirm #pmdginc.com

This photo doesn’t quite capture the scale of this massive retention system. It's a maze large enough for an adult to navigate through. I had a fantastic conversation with Jerry Soriano, the project superintendent, about this segment of the larger project, which will encompass two buildings and a combined 200,572 square feet of industrial lease space. #ConstructionLending #RealEstateDevelopment #CommercialConstruction #IndustrialSpace #ProjectManagement #BuildingProjects #RealEstateInvesting #ConstructionFinance #PropertyDevelopment #IndustrialRealEstate

Construction closing portion of Poplar Creek RoadBeginning July 8, a temporary closure will be in place for a portion of Route 604 (Poplar Creek Road) in Buchanan County due to the construction of new Corridor Q: Route 460/121 Poplar Creek Phase A. The following changes will occur July 8 and will last approximately eight weeks: -       Route 615 (Hoot Owl Road) will serve as the Route 604 northbound detour. -       Southbound traffic on Route 604 from Route 460 will use Wonderland Road as a turnaround. -       Stable Drive will not be accessible from Route 604 from the north. Traffic traveling south along Route 604 from Route 460 will need to detour to access Stable Drive by traveling across Route 615 or north along Route 604 from Poplar Gap. -       Wonderland Road will not be affected but will be inaccessible from Route 604 from the south. Motorists are advised to pay close attention to signs directing traffic around the area while the Route 604 closure is in place. The closure is necessary to continue construction of Corridor Q: Route 460/121 Poplar Creek Phase A, a four-lane, undivided, limited access highway located between Route 460/121 Hawks Nest section and Poplar Creek Road. Poplar Creek Phase A is approximately three miles long.

Another incredibly successful job on behalf of Westpoint Construction on their site in Buckinghamshire! This is the real fundamental skill set that sets us apart: 1️⃣ Respond quickly to arrive on a site with a reported blockage. 2️⃣ Assess the site and the reports to rapidly find the blockage. 3️⃣ Formulate the optimal action plan based on 20+ years of experience. 4️⃣ Remediate the blockage in the most efficient and effective way possible. 5️⃣ Leave the site with minimal disruption and free flowing drains! 📧 Richard@rssurveysltd.co.uk ☎ 01564 493 284 #constructionsuccess #rapidresponse #blockageremediation #efficiencyexperts #drainmaintenance #skillfulsolution #minimaldisruption

Phase 2 of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Report A comprehensive 1700 page report published across 7 volumes - https://lnkd.in/eNwkbJuJ Key Findings: - A collective failure over DECADES by successive Governments, Local Authorities, Construction Industry Bodies, Product Suppliers and Design / Build Teams. - Commercial gain was prioritized over public safety which attributed to the tragic death of 72 people in 2017. - A series of failures across the testing and accurate certification of materials, lack of competence in the design and construction process and inability to identify the significant fire safety risks in the Grenfell Tower Refurbishment. Recommendations: Adding to the finding and recommendations from Dame Judith Hackitt's "Building a Safer Future" Report and the passing of the Building Safety Act 2022 to regulate work on HRBs (Higher Risk Buildings), a number of further recommendations were made (not all listed). - A centralised Construction Regulator reporting to a single Government Minister responsible for construction product regulations, testing, fire risk assessor accreditations, building control oversight, and the licensing of Contractors to work on HRBs - The definition of a HRB for the purposes of the Building Safety Act be reviewed urgently. - The Secretary of State to appoint a Chief Construction Adviser with a sufficient budget and staff to provide advice on all matters affecting the Construction Industry. - A review of all Approved Documents including B Fire Safety to ensure clarity and fit for purpose. - Make it a statutory requirement that a Fire Safety Strategy is produced by a Registered Fire Engineer & submitted with Building Control Applications (at Gateway 2) for any HRB and for it to be reviewed and re-submitted at the stage of completion (Gateway 3). - A National Register of Contractors for HRBs with a personal guarantee from a Director that the building is constructed as safe in line with Building Regulations. #grenfell #firesafety #construction #higherriskbuildings #improvingstandards

🔴 Breaking News: Botley Road reopening date delayed due to pipeline complications - BBC 🚧 Dear LinkedIn community, we regret to inform you that the much-anticipated reopening of Botley Road has been delayed due to unforeseen pipeline complications. The BBC has reported that this setback will impact traffic flow in the area, affecting many commuters and businesses. We understand the frustration this news may bring, and we are actively working with local authorities to seek alternative solutions and expedite the reopening process. We assure you that the safety and efficiency of the road are our top priorities. Stay tuned for further updates as we navigate through these challenges together. Let's cultivate resilience and patience as we anticipate the resolution of this situation. Our thoughts are with those inconvenienced by this delay, and we remain committed to providing transparent communication throughout this process. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this time. Let's continue to support one another as we look forward to the restored accessibility of Botley Road. #BotleyRoad #ReopeningDelay #CommunitySupport https://ift.tt/dVyLTx7