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Understanding and Managing Conflicts of Interest in Building Surveying in Victoria
Building surveyors in Victoria must act independently under the Code of Conduct to avoid conflicts of interest and uphold trust in the building approval process.
Are Your Wall and Ceiling Linings Actually Compliant? The Hidden Fire Safety Risks
Misinterpreting NCC 2022 fire requirements for wall and ceiling linings can lead to unsafe buildings. Learn how to avoid non-compliance, ensure correct Group Number testing under AS 5637.1, and protect lives with fire performance data.
Performance Solutions for External Fire Spread: The Role of Radiant Heat Screens
Explore how radiant heat screens reduce fire spread and how Jensen Hughes supports their use in performance-based fire safety design solutions.
Designing for the Future: Impact of SEPP Updates on Seniors Housing
Discover the key changes to SEPP (Housing) 2021 for seniors housing and how Jensen Hughes helped shape improved design standards for accessibility.
In the Spirit of the Games: Creating an Accessible Paralympics
Explore how the Olympic and Paralympic values of safety, diversity, and inclusion guide our event planning for accessible, exciting experiences
In the Spirit of the Games: Celebrating the Paralympics
Explore the connection between the Paralympics and Jensen Hughes' commitment to safety, diversity, and innovation.
Meeting the Intent of the Code
Besides achieving the dimensional specifications in AS1428.1:2009, it is important to ensure that the code's intent is also met.
Incorporating Accessibility Design Requirements Throughout Your Project
Identifying general accessibility requirements at the conceptual stage and implementing them throughout the entirety of a project can improve the cost, speed and quality of delivery.
State Environment Planning Policy (SEPP Seniors) Updates
The changes to the SEPP are intended to make it easier to plan and deliver housing in NSW, especially for our ageing population. This policy and the impending updates are of particular interest to access consultants.
Sesame Lift: When Is a Stair Not a Stair?
The Sesame lift provides compliant, equitable access where it is difficult to install a lift or ramp in an existing heritage building.
Performance of Glazing in Bushfire Prone Areas
Glazing can make a difference in the bushfire resistance of residential and commercial buildings.
