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HPR STATUS CEMENTS BEAULIEU INTERNATIONAL GROUP’S COMMITMENT TO SAFETY


Beaulieu International Group’s French parquet factory has been awarded ‘Highly Protected Risk’ (HPR) status.


One of 29 B.I.G plants all over the world, the site in Meaulne, France, manufactures parquet and is part of the Beaulieu Flooring Solutions division.


On 20th June 2019, the factory was accorded the ‘Highly Protected Risk’ (HPR) status by insurer FM Global. HPR status means the plant meets the most stringent fire prevention and protection demands there can be.


The B.I.G. factory at Meaulne annually produces 1.5 million square meters of parquet flooring that is sold under its Berry Wood brand, itself part of the larger BerryAlloc brand.


Jean-Marc Legrand, Director of Berry Wood, said: “Because we work with wood, fire safety is one of the most important prevention duties that we have – to our people, our products, our machinery and to the environment.”


FM Global, Beaulieu International Group’s (B.I.G.) industrial property and business interruption insurer since 2016, created the HPR status as a unique concept that demonstrates strongly reduced exposure to loss and increased business resilience. A dedicated worldwide team of engineers focuses on providing assistance and protection of B.I.G.’s assets, helping the Group to achieve a higher level of risk protection.


The Meaulne site is the fourth B.I.G. factory to receive HPR status and the third in Europe. It scored highly in its FM Global assessment, which focused on aspects including fire protection, protection against natural hazards, mechanical breakdown of machinery and cyber risks.


Its overall risk mark of 76 ranks it within the world’s top 25% of the wood product manufacturing industry for fire risk prevention and protection.


James Neuling, Vice President of Beaulieu Flooring Solutions, said: “This recognition is very important to us.


“We take safety at work very seriously. Every risk that exposes people, assets or the environment to risk is simply one too many for us. I believe that this fourth accolade from FM Global also demonstrates our ongoing commitment to this issue.


“I would also like to express my gratitude to the entire workforce at the Meaulne site – it is only through our commitment as a team, that we succeeded in attaining HPR status. To me, this commitment is a demonstration of B.I.G.’s strength as well as value to the customer.”


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bottled water coolers are reused up to 50 times before being responsibly recycled. Customers who are eco- friendly themselves and carry a reusable bottle may be drawn to the store for refills.


WATER COULD HELP RETAILERS INCREASE SALES, SAYS NEW FACTSHEET


The British Water Cooler Association (BWCA) has published a free Hydration Fact Sheet called ‘Why Water Matters for Retailers’, offering advice on how providing water could help to engage customers for longer and, therefore, increase sales.


Phillipa Atkinson-Clow, General Manager of the BWCA, said: “Whether it’s online or in-store, people want to find their purchases through an experience that is pleasant, fun and efficient. Think about


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what they have when they’re at home: a seat, comfort, and a refreshing drink to hand. Retailers looking to entice customers into a high street store don’t need to rely solely on high-tech, experiential events. Often, there is a simpler answer- offer thirst-quenching water to keep them shopping in your outlet.”


Apart from the emphasis on wellbeing and hydration, the other benefit is that, for those wishing to avoid single- use plastics, water coolers are ideal. The BWCA and its members place strong emphasis on environmental sustainability. The containers used for


The fact sheet offers guidance to the owner or building manager on choosing the type of water cooler that is best for your circumstances.


Phillipa added: “Whichever style of water cooler you choose, make sure you choose a supplier that is a Member of the BWCA, as we ensure the highest standards of safety and hygiene. BWCA Members must adhere to Codes of Practice and undergo independent annual audits. Safety is paramount.”


To obtain a copy of the fact sheet, contact your BWCA supplier if you already have one or email info@bwca. org.uk to request a free copy.


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