The Civil Defence Shelter Programme is part of the government’s Total Defence strategy to strengthen our Civil Defence preparedness. The shelter program’s long-term goal is for every Singaporean to be protected by a purpose-built shelter berth. Under the Civil Defence Shelter Act, the SCDF and the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) co-regulate Civil Defence (CD) […]
Author Archives: Emma Sim
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It’s no surprise that Singapore is widely recognised as one of the most sustainable cities in the world. Our little island nation has constantly been praised for its commitment to sustainability, and how we strive to reduce environmental impact. The Singapore government has taken quite a number of measures to reduce the overall carbon footprint […]
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On average, around 4,000 hotel fires occur resulting in unnecessary fatalities and millions of dollars in damages. When it comes to inspecting a property’s fire safety features that could easily be overlooked. From heat detectors installation to a reliable sprinkler system and exit lights, every aspect of a fire safety system should be checked thoroughly […]
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Whether you’re planning to build a new home or carry out renovations in your existing one, there’s no doubt that it can be pretty costly! Many new homeowners – or even old ones – focus on aspects such as costs, materials, time and resources. However it’s equally important to also consider engaging with the right […]
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The root of all project management is good leadership. It’s all about fundamentally building a strong team that is able to work together smoothly. These teams are ultimately responsible for the outcome of each project, and project managers are the ones who have to ensure that their team performs well. Team leaders have to create […]
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Did you know that women make up almost 50% of the world’s population? Yet, less than 8% of Fortune 500 companies have women-led businesses in CEO positions. In engineering and M&E, only 20% of engineers are women, and yet 40% of them tend to leave their field of expertise. Male-dominated industries like engineering can pose […]
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Fires are the leading cause of death and serious injuries in buildings. Which is precisely why prevention is key when attempting to reduce the number of fatalities. Prevention and detection are the main lines of defence before firefighters fearlessly put out the flames. There are different fire safety methods you should keep in mind before […]
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In 2021 alone, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) reported 1844 cases of fire incidents that led to multiple injuries and fatalities. To reduce this number, you should be thinking about including heat detectors installation, a fire alarm panel, and a fire extinguisher within your home or office. There are various fire extinguishers to choose […]
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As of November 2022, almost 80% of our Singaporean office spaces are certified green! That means that over 69 million square feet of office space on our little island is environmentally-friendly and is on a sustainable path to the future. This comes after the amendment of the Green Mark requirements over the past year, where […]
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Our humble beginnings started in 2018, when a group of like-minded mechanical and electrical engineers banded together in the hopes of making a real difference in the construction industry. The mission? We commit ourselves to only achieving excellence to all our endeavours, and strive to bring quality service to our clients to address their needs. […]