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EPC Update
As from 1st July Energy Assessors will no longer be able to award a performance certificate via a ´data gatherer´ without visiting the site themselves as the practice, known as ´remote lodgements´, is to be prohibited by the Department of Communities and Local Government (DCLG).Smart meters to cut energy use
News article on smart metersWhat are smart meters? - find out here at Energy Retail Association
It's all hot air
Which is best, the hand dryer or paper towels? Read what others have to say.> Article on electric hand dryer versus paper towels >>
> And here is an article on infection issues with hand dryers >>
Infection control in the built environment published by the NHS Estates states the following:
- Paper hand-towels dry hands rapidly and dispensers can be used by several people at once. They are considered to be the lowest risk of cross-infection and are the preferred option in clinical practice areas.
- The use of paper towels in rolls should be discouraged.
- To discourage the use of reusable towels, towel rails should not be installed next to clinical hand-wash basins.
- Fabric towels are recognised as a source of cross contamination and are not recommended in clinical practice.
- Hot-air dryers should not be used in clinical areas as warm air currents dry hands slowly and can be used by only one individual at a time. This results in queues and the temptation to dry hands on clothing.
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