Business Practice Note 36: Ethical issues when accepting an appointment

This month we highlight a report raising safety concerns around changes to weld specifications without the designer’s knowledge.

In the first of two notes on specifications, Steve Williams discusses their basic principles and the types available. Next month, Steve will examine why over-reliance on specifications re-used from previous designs imports risks to projects, and what can be done to avoid those risks.

In the latest note in the series, Peter Smith gives readers tips on how to prioritise and manage their time effectively.