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THE REGULATORY REFORM (FIRE SAFETY) ORDER 2005 => Guides and Legislation Links => Topic started by: Golden on September 28, 2015, 06:18:04 PM
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Recent Update - bit of a technical update apparently but here it is
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance-in-support-of-functional-provisions-for-healthcare-premises
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Any idea why this 2015 standard references out of date BS and SI, (CDM BS 7273). Also why does it start with, "This 2014 edition...."
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Probably for the same reason that it had to be updated in the first place. The original was written in a hurry so as to meet a financial deadline. It should have been a complete rewrite to reflect the current models of care and patient profiles. DH & Capita wanted it written in less than 6 months which left no time for research into the things we still don't know, engagement with those that do know some of the things we don't, or a full consultation. As a result, I refused to frilly about the edges of the existing document whilst Capita was getting paid for a full rewrite, and hence another author was involved in the document. The 2014 version of HTM 05-02 was riddled with errors, even referencing within the document was incorrect. The update was supposed to correct these errors, but..... :-X
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I am glad I always go to the private sector for health care.