Resources

Struggling to source timber? Consider expanding your chain of custody

For Irish clients looking to the U.K. or into mainland Europe for timber, one thing to consider which can increase sourcing options, is looking at more than one chain of custody scheme.

Preventing the spread of communicable diseases in the work

The COVID-19 pandemic has undoubtedly highlighted the need for organizations to focus more on employee health – whatever the industry or environment. ISO 45001 can help you put procedures and systems in place

Brexit: An update on the UKCA mark for manufacturers of construction products

The Brexit transition period ends on 31 December 2020. BM TRADA is offering the UKCA mark, as soon as the market is able to do so from 1 January 2021.

Brexit: An update for ISO management systems certification

The Brexit transition period ends on 31 December 2020. ISO is an international organization and ISO Standards are unaffected by Brexit.

Stay safe with ISO 27001

ISO 27001 cover more than just IT and cyber security. Learn how the certification covers all aspects of an organization’s information risk management process.

How to maintain quality in a pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has been particularly challenging for businesses. Learn how ISO 9001 can help you put quality at the heart of the organization.

What is a fire door plug?

Learn about what the BM TRADA Q Mark Fire Door Plug does

How training can change your career - Lead Auditor training

If you are looking to change direction, consider an IRCA approved BM TRADA Lead Auditor training course.

CE marking - a products passport

Learn about CE marking for Construction Products which manufacturers use to declare that a product meets the relevant requirements of the applicable CE marking directive or regulation.

The health in health and safety in ISO 45001

The current global pandemic has highlighted the need for organizations to really focus on employee health.

The sustainable solution to the palm oil problem

How do we meet demand for palm oil while ensuring that the environment, wildlife and locals are protected? The answer is certification.

Managing your homeworking cyber risks

A homeworking workforce can bring added cyber security risks. ISO 27001 will help mitigate risks

The benefits of Q mark certification

Learn about Q Mark Certification and the reassurance it brings that the product you specify will perform as expected,

Integrated management systems

Learn how integrated management systems certification will give you strong foundations

Building business resilience with ISO 9001

Learn how ISO 9001 can build business resilience and boost operational efficiency

Third party certification for the construction sector

Third party certification can help you throughout the construction process. From project initiation, right through to building operation and maintenance we can help you

The benefits of third party certification

Being certified demonstrates to key stakeholders that you value quality and that the processes you operate enable the projects you undertake to run efficiently, safely, responsibly and collaboratively

The advantages of building in timber frame

Increasingly people are recognizing the benefits of building with timber frame. BM TRADA timber frame expert, Lewis Taylor shares five reasons why it’s time to consider timber

Hackers target public sector data during COVID-19 pandemic

There are increases in cyber criminals targeting public sector data during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn how ISO 27001 can prevent or mitigate cyber-attacks

Managing your cyber risk during the COVID-19 pandemic

During the pandemic and as we adjust to a new way of flexible working for the future, having systems which are resilient has never been more important. Learn how ISO 27001 can prevent or mitigate cyber-attacks.

Don't let the bugs bite

Considerations to prevent compromised performance in timber

Collaborative working exit strategy

ISO 44001 Collaborative business relationships identifies the best way of managing the end of a business relationship

Collaborative working shared objectives

ISO 44001 Collaborative business relationships identifies how relationship management will help you achieve your business objectives

Collaborative working sharing knowledge

Sharing knowledge via ISO 44001 Collaborative business relationships can help your organization strengthen its relationships

Collaborative working during the pandemic

ISO 44001 Collaborative business relationships can help your business strengthen its relationships during difficult trading conditions

The benefits of ISO 9001 for construction

ISO 9001 quality management systems certification helps you manage your supply chain and win more business

The benefits of ISO 27001 for the healthcare sector

Learn how ISO 27001 can protect data in the healthcare sector

Top tips for modern methods of construction (MMC)

Learn more about our top tips for getting the most out of Modern Methods of Construction

Fire protection in buildings England and Wales

An introduction to the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005

A Day in the life of a Product Certification Auditor

Learn about what the product certification process involves and the benefits.

Benefits of certification in the supply chain

Learn how management systems certification can help you delight and retain your customers

Back in the frame - green oak

A look at what things need to be considered when building with green oak

Benefits of RSPO training

Meet retailers requirements through RSPO certification. Start the process by undertaking effective training.

Trained to perfection

BM TRADA celebrates a training course delegate scoring full marks!

ISO 27001 for medical devices

Learn about ISO 27001 information security management certification for medical device manufacturers

Getting off the ground with timber

Learn more about why a level foundation is one of the most vital build stages in timber frame construction

Equip your team with the skills it needs to succeed

Equip your team with the skills it needs to succeed with an effective training programme

Why choose structural insulated panels

Learn more about the increasing popularity of Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs)

Becoming a Certification Auditor

Learn what it takes to become a certification auditor and the benefits once you have qualified.

Mental health and wellbeing in ISO 45001

Learn how ISO 45001 certification manages the mental health and wellbeing risks and creating better working conditions in the workplace.

Timber Condition and Structural Surveys

Learn more about the importance of timber condition and structural surveys

Factory production control

Learn about factory production control and the requirements of product certification

CE marking for construction products

Learn about CE marking for Construction Products

Why choose a UKAS accredited certification body for your ISO 9001 certification

Learn how to choose an accredited Certification Body for your ISO 9001 certification

ISO 27001 protects your data and much more

Learn how ISO 27001 can protect your data and much more

Build an effective training programme

Learn how to build an effective training programme

How ISO 9001 can help

Learn how ISO 9001 can help you delight and retain your customers

What is Annex SL

Learn about Annex SL and how it applies across all management systems certification

How training can help with non-conformances

An introduction on how training can help with non-conformances

Quality management systems and ISO 9001 certification

An introduction to quality management and ISO 9001:2015 certification

The environmental movement: ISO 14001

The environmental management and ISO 14001 certification

Energy management and ISO 50001 certification

An introduction to energy management and ISO 50001:2011 certification

An Introduction to project certification

Project certification is a mechanism for independently verifying the use of certified timber, typically in a construction project.

Make training a resolution you stick to

Make training and skill development your priority for the rest of 2019.

What is an European Technical Assessment

A European Technical Assessment (ETA) can be issued for any construction product not covered or not fully covered by a harmonised standard.

What is Q-Mark?

The Q-Mark scheme was established to encourage quality and best practice specifically in the timber and construction sector.

The role of training

An ongoing training programme is not only important to employee personal development, but it also will greatly contribute to the success of your business.

Why accreditation matters

Find out how your organization can save time and money by selecting a supplier which holds accredited certification.

Good water stewardship

Water stewardship is becoming an increasingly critical global issue, with growing competition for scarce water resources in many regions of the world.