Conservation compendium. Part 21: The factor of safety dilemma

The Institution of Structural Engineers summarises its proposed response to the Phase 2 report of the Grenfell Inquiry, following a government request for professional bodies to act on the report's recommendations.

This month's report discusses an alarming situation regarding a temporary demountable structure including concerns about the quality and accuracy of the design calculations.

Assessing and strengthening Large panel systems for safer, compliant structures.