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What does “great standards” look like in a gym chain, consistently, site after site?

We are proud to share that Kiwa has certified FITcert® across all 458 PureGym sites in Great Britain and 49 in Switzerland. FITcert® is built on EN 17229 and provides a clear, independent way to show that operational, safety and professionalism requirements are being applied in practice, not just written down.

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A New Standard for Smoke Control Safety

IFC Certification has launched the SMR 01 scheme - an evidence‑based approach to competence in the servicing and maintenance of smoke control systems. Discover why it matters and how it helps raise standards across the industry.

Preparing Street Lighting Assets for PFI Expiry: Why Accurate Testing Matters

PFI expiry is approaching fast. Learn how Kiwa CMT’s structural testing, data capture and new electrical testing service can help you manage illuminated assets safely and compliantly.

Winter Is Coming… and So Are the Rodents

As the weather turns colder and wetter, rodents like rats and mice begin their seasonal search for warmth, shelter, and food. Unfortunately, this often leads them straight into buildings, especially food businesses, warehouses, and retail environments.

Safe Standing at Lingfield Park Racecourse

We’re proud to support the future of fan safety and racecourse innovation. Kiwa working in partnership with Lingfield Park racecourse recently carried out a risk assessment and testing of barriers and guard rails at Lingfield Park racecourse in accordance with Sports Grounds Safety Authority (SGSA) directive - ensuring compliance to the latest safety standards. This work aligns with the Green Guide (6th edition) — the definitive guide to safety at sports grounds — and reflects our commitment to helping racecourses meet regulatory requirements with confidence.

Safe Standing at West Bromwich Albion FC

We’re proud to support the future of fan safety and stadium innovation. Kiwa working with our partners GL events UK recently carried out testing of safe standing barriers at West Bromwich Albion Football Club in accordance with the Sports Grounds Safety Authority (SGSA) directive — ensuring 5% of total installed seat places meet the latest safety standards. This work aligns with the Green Guide (6th edition) — the definitive guide to safety at sports grounds — and reflects our commitment to helping clubs meet regulatory requirements with confidence.

Hidden hitchhikers: are pests sneaking into your site?

In today’s complex food manufacturing and storage environments, maintaining a pest-free facility is more challenging than ever. One often-overlooked risk factor is the potential for pests to hitch a ride into your site via employees’ personal belongings. This covert method of pest ingress can lead to significant contamination risks and damage to reputation.

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Upcoming Rodenticide Restrictions and What They Mean for Your Site

Learn how upcoming rodenticide restrictions affect your site and pest control strategy. Kiwa UK outlines 2025–2026 regulatory changes, compliance actions, and training requirements.

Six Steps to Success in Electrical Safety Certification

Learn the six essential steps to achieving electrical safety certification. Kiwa UK guides manufacturers and engineers through testing, compliance, and certification for safe, market-ready products.

Water Regulation 4 Compliance - dispelling the myth of WRAS approval

The Importance of Understanding Pests in a Food Manufacturing Setting: Protect Your Facility with Pest Awareness Training

Discover the world of FSSC 22000 Certification and what this means for your business.