FIS launches new e-learning course to help members get to grips with new regulatory regime

This course has been developed to help members get to grips with the new regulatory regime and guide them through the new compliance landscape.  It introduces the basic concepts of the Building Safety Act (BSA) and has been design to help individuals understand how the BSA and the changes it introduces, particularly around compliance, directly impacts them. It is divided into nine chapters so that learners can move at their own pace. It concludes with a test and FIS will issue CPD certificates to those that successfully complete (and pass) the course.

Introduction to the Golden Thread and Digital Information Plans

FIS has released new guidance to help finishes and interiors businesses navigate the golden thread and digitalisation of construction, providing clarity on regulations and terminology.

Showcasing Innovation in the finishes and interiors sector

In front of a packed audience, FIS announced the winners of its 2024 Innovation Awards at a ceremony held at is Conference in London on 27 February

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Innovation Awards 2024

FIS announced the winners of its 2024 Innovation Awards at a ceremony held at is Conference in London on 27 February.

Introduction to the Golden Thread and Digital Information Plans

FIS has released new guidance to help finishes and interiors businesses navigate the golden thread and digitalisation of construction, providing clarity on regulations and terminology.

Building Safety Act - are you ready?

The next phase of the building safety regime which came into effect from 1 October applies to all new buildings, with additional requirements for Higher‐Risk Buildings (HRBs).

FIS has produced an Introductory Guide to the Building Safety Act to help introduce the basic concepts of the Building Safety Act to all businesses.

We're stronger together

Our mission is to set members up for success.

Uniting the supply chain to raise standards and improve quality in the £10 billion Finishes, Fit-out and Interiors Sector

Finishes and Interiors Sector (FIS) was created to draw the finishes and interiors supply chain together to improve safety and quality, minimise risk, enhance productivity and help embrace innovation.

Our growing community of vetted members is made up of fit-out and specialist contractors, manufacturers and distributors involved in the supply and installation of ceilings, steel framing systems, operable walls, partitions, plastering, drylining and joinery products in every type of building.

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FIS Specifiers Corner

FIS has a wealth of specialist information and services that support specification in the finishes & interiors sector

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CITB to review the Plastering National Occupational Standards

CITB to review the Plastering National Occupational Standards

CITB is looking for plasterers or construction employers in the plastering industry to help shape the future of this occupation. Individuals will join CITB's Plastering - National Occupational Standards (NOS) review group to: Develop NVQ and SVQ qualification...

Establishing the Building Safety Regime

Establishing the Building Safety Regime

Build UK has recently updated its guide to the Building Safety Regime to include all the information published in connection with the latest phase of the regime from 6 April. The April 2024 version includes the new registers for Building Control Approvers and Building...

The role of construction products in building safety

The role of construction products in building safety

The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS), the UK’s regulator for construction products, has organised a webinar to help industry better understand the Building Safety Act and the role of the OPSS. The webinar, scheduled for 10am – 12noon on 22 April, will be...

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