Long-Term Impact On Biodiversity (BREEAM LE05)
What is a BREEAM LE05 credit ? The LE05 (BREEAM 2014) credit previously placed focus on the contractor, requiring them to carry out a number of actions such as appointing a site Biodiversity Champion to be responsible for giving toolbox talks and keeping a biodiversity logbook. In BREEAM 2018 you still require a management plan, […]
Enhancing The Ecology (BREEAM LE04)
What is a BREEAM LE04 credit ? The aim of this credit is to encourage actions to be taken to enhance the ecological value of the site as a result of the development. This requires a suitable qualified ecologist to confirm that the recommendations of the Ecology Report for the enhancement of site ecology have […]
Ecological Value Of Site And Protection Of Ecological Features (BREEAM LE02)
What is a BREEAM LE02 credit ? This credit is designed to encourage development on land that already has limited value to wildlife and to protect any existing ecological features from substantial damage during site preparation and subsequently, the completion of construction works. A suitably qualified ecologist will visit the site and establish if it […]
Considerate Constructors Scheme Packages (BREEAM MAN 03.3)
A range of packages assisting principal contractors to achieve the necessary Considerate Constructors Scheme accreditation. WPSCC guarantee to immediately increase your score for the Considerate Constructors Scheme. As with everything else that WPSCC provides, our Considerate Constructors Scheme consultancy packages are flexible and can be tailored to suit your needs. A package can vary from […]
Building User Guide (Bug) (BREEAM MAN04.4)
What is a building user guide (BUG) ? A BUG is an essential part of the handover documentation for the BREEAM Man04.4 credit. The BUG aims to provide a simple and quick reference guide for the occupants of a new (or refurbished) building. It describes the systems that have been installed and how they work, […]
Construction Waste Management Diversion Resources Landfill (BREEAM WST01.2)
Construction Waste Management – Diversion of Resources from Landfill (BREEAM Wst01.2) These BREEAM credits were originally satisfied by producing a Site Waste Management Plan (SWMP) for a project. However, it is now 1 element of a Site Resource Management Plan (SRMP), combining waste management with the measuring/monitoring of site impacts. What Is Required for Waste […]
Construction Waste Management – Construction Resource Efficiency (BREEAM WST01.1)
Construction Waste Management – Construction Resource Efficiency (BREEAM Wst01.1) This BREEAM credit was originally satisfied by producing a Site Waste Management Plan (SWMP) for a project. However, it is now 1 element of a Site Resource Management Plan (SRMP), combining waste management with the measuring / monitoring of site impacts. What Is Required […]
BREEAM Management
BREEAM Management What is BREEAM? BREEAM is the Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method, it is utilised in master planning projects, buildings, and infrastructure. This sustainability assessment method was established in 1990 by the Building Research Establishment (BRE) and can be applied to refurbishment schemes or new developments. The standards for environmental performance of […]
Acoustic Performance (BREEAM HEA05)
What is a BREEAM HEA05 credit ? This BREEAM credit ensures that a building’s sound insulation meets the approved standard for its purpose. A Suitably Qualified Acoustician (SQA) must carry out an assessment of the built form specification, typical arrangement and fit out specification for the building type and any external factors that are likely […]
Claire Poole Is Joining WPS On 1st February
Why are we so excited by this? Claire brings with her a wealth of experience that will compliment WPS’ services AND allow us to offer more Her passion for the environment and waste management will support WPS’ main goals Claire and Lara have known and worked together many years Claire’s background working on CIWN and […]
