July 07, 2026
Office Building Compliance Checks: A Practical UK GuidePractical UK guide to office building compliance checks, covering fire safety, electrical testing, maintenance records, statutory duties and risk management. Read more...
jason
July 06, 2026
Fire Risk Assessment for Care Buildings: A Practical UK GuideA fire risk assessment for care buildings is a mandatory, systematic evaluation that identifies fire hazards, assesses risks to vulnerable occupants, and establishes protective measures to ensure regulatory compliance. Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, every care building must have a suitable and sufficient assessment in place. Failure to comply can lead to enforcementContinue reading "Fire Risk Assessment for Care Buildings: A Practical UK Guide" Read more...
July 03, 2026
Building Regulations in Maintenance Works: A Practical UK GuideDiscover the role of building regulations in maintenance works. Learn how compliance safeguards your property and enhances professional integrity. Read more...
September 08, 2025
5 Common Facilities Management Mistakes and How to Avoid ThemEffective facilities management is vital to keeping workplaces safe, compliant, and efficient. Yet many organisations struggle with common pitfalls that can lead to increased costs, unnecessary downtime, and even safety risks. At OPSG, we’ve supported businesses across the UK with facilities solutions that eliminate these challenges. Here are five of the most common facilities managementContinue reading "5 Common Facilities Management Mistakes and How to Avoid Them" Read more...
April 25, 2024
Navigating Today’s Facilities Management ChallengesA comprehensive guide for facilities managers on effectively dealing with the challenges in the facilities management sector in 2023. Read more...
February 28, 2024
Octagon Property Services Group’s Comprehensive Property Maintenance ChecklistIntroduction: Regular property maintenance is essential to keep your property safe, comfortable, and in optimal condition. This checklist outlines key maintenance tasks that property owners should perform periodically to ensure their property remains in top shape. Additionally, we’ll explain how Octagon Property Services Group can assist you in completing these tasks efficiently and effectively. ExteriorContinue reading "Octagon Property Services Group’s Comprehensive Property Maintenance Checklist" Read more...
December 05, 2023
Building Safety Regulator now accepting registrations for high-rise buildingsThe registration process with the new Building Safety Regulator (BSR) is currently underway for hundreds of high-rise buildings as part of the stricter regulations aimed at safeguarding residents. Since the opening of the registration process for high-rise buildings last month, approximately 750 applications have been submitted to the Building Safety Regulator (BSR). By law, allContinue reading "Building Safety Regulator now accepting registrations for high-rise buildings" Read more...
November 24, 2023
Unmanageable workloads leading to errors for almost a third of FM professionalsNew research conducted by Watco, a leading manufacturer and supplier of industrial maintenance materials, has revealed that nearly one in three facilities management (FM) professionals are making mistakes due to unmanageable workloads. The survey, which involved 250 FM professionals, found that 26 percent of respondents feel stressed at work, as they face increasing challenges inContinue reading "Unmanageable workloads leading to errors for almost a third of FM professionals" Read more...
November 15, 2023
Optimism Surrounds the UK Residential Real Estate Market in 2023In 2023, the UK residential real estate market is poised to witness positive developments, driven by politics, partnerships, and place-making. Despite facing economic challenges, the industry is adapting and finding reasons for optimism. The market has been affected by the repercussions of Kwasi Kwarteng’s growth plan announcement last autumn, which lacked cost estimates. While theContinue reading "Optimism Surrounds the UK Residential Real Estate Market in 2023" Read more...
November 03, 2023
A Comprehensive Guide for Facility Managers: Achieving Net-Zero BuildingsThe importance of sustainability in all buildings cannot be overstated. Facility managers play a vital role in decarbonizing operations and transitioning towards net-zero buildings. While focusing on new construction is essential, it is equally crucial to prioritize retrofit and refurbishment projects. These initiatives must be doubled annually to meet net-zero targets, especially considering that 50%Continue reading "A Comprehensive Guide for Facility Managers: Achieving Net-Zero Buildings" Read more...
June 27, 2023
Fire Doors Regulation 10 Guide for Building OwnersRegulations made under Article 24 of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. Read more...
June 23, 2023
New fire safety regulations, known as the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, are scheduled to take effect on January 23, 2023.These regulations, specifically Regulations 9 and 10, pertain to buildings with two or more domestic premises and communal areas. The term “domestic premises” encompasses self-contained flats and rooms rented under individual tenancies within shared houses (HMOs), as defined by the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. The responsibility for providing fire safety information typically liesContinue reading "New fire safety regulations, known as the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, are scheduled to take effect on January 23, 2023." Read more...