48 Safety & Security


Safety & Security Feature


When reviewing the digital systems on off er, landlords are advised to look beyond basic functionality


housing providers will need systems that not only store fi les but also the associated decision making history – who made what call, when and on what evidence.


LANDLORDS MUST SET THE STANDARD Many contractors and framework partners already use their own digital systems for inspection and reporting, but unless those systems align, the resulting data is fragmented, incomplete and diffi cult to audit. It may be tempting for social landlords or councils to let contractors ‘get


on with it’, but that approach risks losing oversight of compliance. Instead, it is advisable for housing providers to take the lead and establish a single, consistent method for data capture and reporting across their supply chain. T at consistency turns multiple contractor inputs into one coherent audit trail, giving landlords a real-time view of risk, urgency and performance comparisons across assets.


as visible mould growth, its location and severity, the responsible contractor, and photographic and GPS evidence. T e most eff ective tools also enable issues to be linked to 2D plans, 3D


models or 360° images, providing clear visual context. T is protects both landlord and tenant by establishing what was observed and when. If a complaint later escalates, those time-stamped images form defensible evidence that the problem was properly addressed. Finally, consider data longevity. Compliance isn’t just about capturing


today’s repair; it’s about being able to access and interpret that data years later. With future phases of Awaab’s Law set to cover structural and fi re safety hazards,


FROM COMPLIANCE TO CONFIDENCE Awaab’s Law may have been driven by tragedy, but its intent is to build a safer, more transparent housing system. For social landlords, that means moving beyond reactive repair towards measurable accountability, where every inspection, decision and repair is captured, evidenced and auditable. Digital tools make that possible, transforming compliance from a paper or


disconnected system into a process of continuous assurance. Ultimately, this isn’t just about meeting statutory deadlines, it’s about creating homes that are safe, healthy and demonstrably well managed.


Ben Wallbank is digital strategy & partnerships manager EMEA at Trimble


Magna Housing achieves Aico’s Housing Professional Quality Standard


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agna Housing is proud to announce that it has become one of the fi rst organisations to achieve Aico’s


Housing Professional Quality Standard, marking a signifi cant milestone in its commitment to delivering exceptional safety, quality, and service for its customers. Aico has now introduced the Housing


Professional Quality Standard to recognise partnering organisations which demonstrate superior competency, best practice, and an ongoing commitment to professional development. By achieving this new status, Magna Housing has set the benchmark for excellence within the sector. “We are absolutely delighted to be one of the


fi rst housing providers to receive this recognition from Aico,” said Paul Purkis, compliance manager at Magna Housing. “T is achievement refl ects our dedication to consistently raising the bar for safety within our homes. It highlights not only the skill and expertise of our installation teams, but also our commitment to investing in industry-leading training and technologies that keep our customers safe.” Magna Housing is a forward-thinking,


community-based housing association dedicated to creating great homes for people across the South West. With a strong commitment to safety,


sustainability, and innovation, Magna supports thousands of customers through high-quality services and well-maintained homes. Working across Dorset and Somerset, Magna


Housing praised the support of Aico, whose expert training has been instrumental to their success. Aico’s continuous support has helped Magna to refi ne its approach to quality and compliance. T eir commitment to sharing best practice and empowering organisations to raise standards has been invaluable. Magna Housing recognises the pivotal role Aico has played in helping them achieve this status. Stephanie Lloyd-Foxe, head of building safety


and compliance at Magna Housing off ered high praise for Steve Bulley, describing him as “a highly respected fi gure in the housing safety sector. His support has made a meaningful diff erence to our team throughout this process. T e depth of his knowledge, his practical approach, and his clear commitment to high standards helped guide us through the accreditation and strengthened the way we work. We’re grateful for his guidance, professionalism, and continued commitment to improving customer safety.” T e accreditation follows a rigorous assessment


process that evaluated installation quality, compliance, training standards, customer service, and ongoing commitment to improvement.


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By meeting these criteria, Magna Housing has demonstrated that its approach to installing Aico home life safety products is of the highest industry standard. Steve Bulley, Aico’s relationship manager for


the South West, commented: “Magna Housing has shown exceptional dedication to quality and professionalism. T eir commitment to achieving this standard illustrates the organisation’s focus on safeguarding residents and delivering a fi rst-class service. We are delighted to recognise them as a Housing Professional Quality Standard Installer.” T is milestone forms part of Magna


Housing’s wider strategy to ensure every home meets the highest standards of safety, comfort, and sustainability. T e organisation continues to work closely with industry partners, regulators, and customers to ensure all homes are equipped with reliable home life safety systems and are professionally maintained for long-term protection.


01691 664 100 www.aico.co.uk/contact


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