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ESSENTIAL HANDBOOKS ‘Industry bibles’ now available

Two of the construction industry’s most essential handbooks are now available from Construction Books Direct. The Building Construction Handbook is

one of the best-selling industry “bibles” having sold 12,000 copies in its last five editions. This authoritative reference for all construction students and professionals is a real must-have that is full of detailed drawings and at-a-glance information. The principles and processes of

construction are explained with the concepts of design included where appropriate. Extensive coverage of building construction practice and techniques, representing both traditional procedures and modern developments, are also included to provide the most comprehensive and easy-to-understand guide to building construction. The Building Services Handbook summarises the application of various

CIOB DIARIES 2012 CIOB diaries are now LIMITED in stock

CIOB 2012 diaries are still available from Construction Books Direct, but please note that stock is now limited. These black CIOB-branded diaries

include UK maps, a London Underground map, world times, conversion charts and much more. With one week to view, these pocket-size diaries are ideal

for construction professionals. Refills are also available.

They are also CIOB branded and contain all the information and features stated above.

The diaries were £7.95, NOW: £5.56; refills were £4.45, NOW: £3.11 both available from the website: www.constructionbooksdirect.com/SpecialOffer.asp The Chartered Institute of Building

The Chartered Institute of Building represents for the public benefit the most diverse set of professionals in the construction industry.

Our Mission: To contribute to the creation of a modern, progressive, and responsible construction industry; able to meet the economic, environmental and social challenges faced in the 21st century.

Our seven guiding principles: • Creating extraordinary people through professional learning and continuous personal development.

• Promoting the built environment as central to the quality of life for everyone everywhere.

• Achieving a sustainable future, worldwide.

• Advocating exemplary ethical practice and behaviour, integrity and transparency.

• Pursuing excellence in management practice, and technological innovation rooted in evidence based science.

• Being socially responsible and working responsibly.

• Enabling our members to find an emotional resonance with the Institute; their success is our success.

We have over 47,000 members around the world and are considered to be the international voice of the building professional, representing an unequalled body of knowledge concerning the management of the total building process.

To find out more about the benefits of either individual CIOB membership or Chartered Building Company and Chartered Building Consultancy schemes (CBCs), go to our website www.ciob.org.uk; or call us on +44 (0)1344 630700 today.

common elements of building services practice, technique and procedure, to provide a useful information resource for students as well as practitioners. The clear illustrations and complementary

references to industry standards combine essential guidance with a resource base for further reading and development of specific topics.

It is ideal for students on general

construction and building services courses. Each topic is presented concisely using plain language and clear drawings. It incorporates updated references to relevant regulations and practice standards and includes established and contemporary practice and related website resources are available.

Both these invaluable handbooks are available from Construction Books Direct for £24.99 each. Order now at www.constructionbooksdirect.com

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CIOB: Mini Form of Contracts (Home Improvement Agencies) 2011

CIOB Small Works Contract 2011

JCT 2011: Minor Works Building Contract (MW)

JCT 2011: Design and Build Contract (DB)

CIOB Mini form of Contract (Home Improvement Agencies) 2011

Contractual Procedures in the Construction Industry — 6th Edition

CIOB: Guide to Good Practice in the Management of Time in Complex Projects

Safety at Street Works & Road Works — A Code of Practice

Avoiding Danger from Underground Services

Introduction to Health & Safety in Construction — 4th Edition

Buy all of these titles and more from www.constructionbooksdirect.com or call +44 (0) 1344 630810.

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