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Understanding External Walls for Your Project
Do You Need Planning Permission for External Wall Work?
Do Building Regulations Apply to Your External Wall Project?
Key Building Regulation Requirements for External Walls
Understanding Wall Construction Types
Working Safely on Your External Wall Project
Working Safely on Your External Wall Project
When you embark on an external wall improvement project, whether you’re doing it yourself or bringing in professional builders, ensuring that all work is completed safely is absolutely crucial. Even for straightforward jobs, careful planning can save you significant time, effort, and money, and most importantly, help you prevent accidents and injuries. By developing a basic safety strategy, you and your team can proactively identify and address any potential health and safety concerns throughout the entire project.
Key Safety Considerations for Your Project:
Managing Dust: Be aware that many common construction activities produce a substantial amount of dust. Breathing this in can significantly increase your likelihood of developing lung diseases. It is essential that you implement appropriate controls to minimise dust generation and exposure.
Height-Related Work: Given that a significant number of external wall tasks involve working above ground level, you must always adhere strictly to the recommended safety guidelines for working at height.
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This guidance is for general information only and is not legal advice. Planning requirements vary by council and property. You should check your local planning authority's specific requirements before submitting an application or starting work. This guidance applies to England and Wales. When in doubt, contact your local planning authority or seek professional planning advice.
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