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The focus of our Health and Safety Network (SAFETYnet) is on the health, safety and wellbeing of your residents and employees and keeping your organisation on the right side of the law. SAFETYnet helps members stay on top of the day job by interpreting and analysing legislation and regulatory requirements, as well as sharing best practice on everything from fire and building safety to asbestos and legionella.

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Topics included:

  • Asbestos
  • Legionella
  • Fire safety
  • Electrical safety
  • CDM regulations
  • Working at height
  • Lone working

Networking groups

Health and Safety Network networking group

Best practice groups – Virtual
04 December 2026 – 10:30am – 12:00pm

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Featured event

Resident-centred decants: Managing temporary and permanent moves well

HQN event – Virtual
05 November 2026 – 9:30am – 12:30pm

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Network podcasts
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Health and safety challenges for smaller social housing providers – and how to overcome them

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News

Max Salsbury | Wednesday, 28 Oct 2026 – 9:06

Government acts to make more homes with serious fire risks safe

More homeowners who have been facing significant bills to make their homes safe will be given better protection from those high costs, following new measures announced by the government. Existing rules already protect many leaseholders … Read more


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HQN | Thursday, 22 Oct 2026 – 0:00

Compliance Officer

Compliance Officer The Compliance Team | Squared Homes Contract: 12 Month – Fixed Term Contract Salary: £27,500 Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday)  Location: Luton (agile working across our supported housing properties) A company vehicle will be … Read more


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HQN | Friday, 16 Oct 2026 – 0:00

Building Safety & Compliance Manager

Full-time; permanent contract; agile working Are you an experienced building safety and compliance professional looking for an opportunity to shape and lead a high-profile service? We are looking for a Building Safety and Compliance Manager … Read more


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HQN | Friday, 16 Oct 2026 – 0:00

Building Surveyor – Fire Safety & Compliance

Full-time; permanent contract; agile working We’re excited to be recruiting to this opportunity for an experienced Building Surveyor who is looking to work with a broad range of professionals in an enthusiastic and forward-looking organisation. … Read more


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HQN | Friday, 16 Oct 2026 – 0:00

Safety Assurance Analyst

Help keep our customers safe, every single day. At Abri, safety isn’t just a compliance requirement. It’s about making sure our customers can feel safe and secure in their homes. As our Safety Assurance Analyst, … Read more


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HQN | Friday, 16 Oct 2026 – 0:00

Safety Assurance Analyst

Help keep our customers safe, every single day. At Abri, safety isn’t just a compliance requirement. It’s about making sure our customers can feel safe and secure in their homes. As our Safety Assurance Analyst, … Read more


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HQN | Friday, 16 Oct 2026 – 0:00

General Fund Project Manager – Assets and Compliance

Full-time; permanent contract; agile working We are looking for an experienced General Fund Project Manager – Assets and Compliance to lead a high-profile programme relating to the Council’s corporate property portfolio. Working with internal and … Read more


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HQN | Thursday, 15 Oct 2026 – 0:00

Health & Safety (Asset, Construction & Environment) Advisor

We’re looking for a proactive and knowledgeable part-time Health & Safety Advisor to join our H&S (Asset, Construction & Environment) team. The role is 24 – 27 hours per week depending on shift pattern and … Read more


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HQN | Thursday, 15 Oct 2026 – 0:00

Occupational Health Surveillance Nurse

Use your clinical expertise to make work safer and healthier for colleagues across Abri. As part of our newly established in-house Health Surveillance Team, you’ll help shape a trusted, high-quality service from the outset—combining hands-on … Read more


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Gareth Young | Tuesday, 13 Oct 2026 – 15:08

Inaccessible homes could cost billions in health and care, Habinteg warns

A shortage of accessible homes is affecting people’s independence and could be driving billions of pounds in health and care costs, according to research from Habinteg Housing Association. Its briefing, The adaptability gap: public perceptions … Read more


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HQN | Tuesday, 13 Oct 2026 – 0:00

Safer Homes Scheduling Operations Planner

We’re excited to be looking for a Safer Homes Scheduling Operations Planner to join our team – supporting our fantastic trades operatives to deliver a timely, efficient repairs service for our customers, always promoting our … Read more


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HQN | Wednesday, 07 Oct 2026 – 0:00

Compliance Coordinator – Building & Fire Safety

Assist the Building and Fire Safety Officer in ensuring compliance with all relevant building and fire safety legislation across residential properties. Support resident engagement and communication on safety matters, oversee building and fire safety projects … Read more


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HQN | Wednesday, 07 Oct 2026 – 0:00

Building & Fire Safety Officer

Support the delivery of a safe, compliant and well-managed housing portfolio. Working closely with the Building Safety and Compliance Manager, you will provide expert advice on building and fire safety, undertake inspections and audits, oversee … Read more


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HQN | Wednesday, 07 Oct 2026 – 0:00

Safer Homes Scheduling Operations Planner

We’re excited to be looking for a Safer Homes Scheduling Operations Planner to join our team – supporting our fantastic trades operatives to deliver a timely, efficient repairs service for our customers, always promoting our … Read more


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HQN | Friday, 02 Oct 2026 – 0:00

Fire Project Surveyor

Help us create homes where customers feel safe, secure, and supported. At Abri, safety isn’t just about meeting regulations. It’s about giving people peace of mind that the place they call home is protected, well … Read more


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HQN | Friday, 02 Oct 2026 – 0:00

Scheduling Operations Senior Planner (Healthy Homes)

A warm home. A safe home. A healthy home. It’s something most of us take for granted, but for our customers, it can make all the difference. At Abri, our Healthy Homes team helps customers … Read more


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HQN | Thursday, 24 Sep 2026 – 0:00

Safer Homes Scheduling Operations Supervisor

At Abri, we’re committed to creating safe, warm homes and thriving communities. Behind every successful safety check, compliance visit, and repair is a dedicated team ensuring the right work gets to the right person at … Read more


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HQN | Wednesday, 23 Sep 2026 – 0:00

Compliance Officer

As Compliance Officer, you will play an important role in helping us keep our homes and communities safe. Working closely with the Asset Compliance Manager (ACM) you will support the delivery of fire, asbestos, water … Read more


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HQN | Wednesday, 23 Sep 2026 – 0:00

Healthy Homes Administrator and Scheduling Coordinator

At Abri, we’re committed to creating thriving communities and providing safe, warm, and well-maintained homes for our customers. We’re looking for a Healthy Homes Administrator & Scheduling Coordinator to join our team on a 3 month fixed … Read more


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HQN | Wednesday, 23 Sep 2026 – 0:00

Safety Assurance Analyst

Help keep our customers safe, every single day. At Abri, safety isn’t just a compliance requirement. It’s about making sure our customers can feel safe and secure in their homes. As our Safety Assurance Analyst, … Read more


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HQN | Wednesday, 23 Sep 2026 – 0:00

Scheduling Operations Senior Planner (Healthy Homes)

A warm home. A safe home. A healthy home. It’s something most of us take for granted, but for our customers, it can make all the difference. At Abri, our Healthy Homes team helps customers … Read more


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HQN | Thursday, 17 Sep 2026 – 0:00

Customer Safety Administrator x2

Behind every safe home is a team of people making it happen. At Abri, we’re committed to creating safe, sustainable communities where our customers can thrive. A big part of that commitment is ensuring our … Read more


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Jon Land | Tuesday, 15 Sep 2026 – 10:03

New reports update government progress on meeting Grenfell inquiry recommendations

Grenfell

The government has published two new reports this week setting out progress in meeting the recommendations made in the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 report. Last year, the government appointed Thouria Istephan as the interim Chief Construction … Read more


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HQN | Monday, 14 Sep 2026 – 0:00

Housing Officer (Fire Safety)

Working hours: 37.5 hours per week (banking 30 minutes per week towards the shut down between Christmas and New Year). We offer flexibility with purpose through our Dynamic Working approach. While office-based work is the … Read more


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Max Salsbury | Friday, 11 Sep 2026 – 11:14

Social landlord’s Falls Response Team wins prestigious NHS Team of the Year award

A specialist Falls Response Team that has helped thousands of people across Worcestershire remain safe and independent in their own homes has won the NHS Team of the Year at the Worcestershire Health and Social … Read more


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Max Salsbury | Thursday, 10 Sep 2026 – 9:15

Women’s Charter survey supports housing association to rollout new safety training

Housing association Greatwell Homes has embedded a series of new safety initiatives, after signing up to the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner’s Northamptonshire Women’s Charter. The Women’s Charter campaign is Danielle Stone’s call to action … Read more


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HQN | Thursday, 10 Sep 2026 – 0:00

Customer Safety Administrator

Behind every safe home is a team of people making it happen. At Abri, we’re committed to creating safe, sustainable communities where our customers can thrive. A big part of that commitment is ensuring our … Read more


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HQN | Wednesday, 09 Sep 2026 – 0:00

Safer Homes Administrator

Safe homes change lives. At Abri, we’re committed to making sure our customers live in homes that are safe, secure and healthy. That’s why we’re looking for a Safer Homes Administrator to join our team and help … Read more


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HQN | Friday, 04 Sep 2026 – 0:00

Customer Safety Administrator x2

Behind every safe home is a team of people making it happen. At Abri, we’re committed to creating safe, sustainable communities where our customers can thrive. A big part of that commitment is ensuring our … Read more


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HQN | Friday, 04 Sep 2026 – 0:00

Safer Homes Scheduling Operations Planner

Your new role We’re excited to be looking for a Safer Homes Scheduling Operations Planner to join our team – supporting our fantastic trades operatives to deliver a timely, efficient repairs service for our customers, always promoting … Read more


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Network news

Government acts to make more homes with serious fire risks safe

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Inaccessible homes could cost billions in health and care, Habinteg warns

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Grenfell

New reports update government progress on meeting Grenfell inquiry recommendations

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Social landlord’s Falls Response Team wins prestigious NHS Team of the Year award

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Network resources

Prevention of future deaths reports: Lessons the sector should not ignore

07 Oct 2026

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Lone working checklist

05 Oct 2026

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The Housing Ombudsman and repairs-related complaints – a look behind the data

22 Sep 2026

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Awaab’s Law phase two: Are you ready?

22 Sep 2026

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Network events

Resident-centred decants: Managing temporary and permanent moves well

HQN event – Virtual
05 November 2026 – 9:30am – 12:30pm

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Resident vulnerability: Turning what you know into action

HQN event – Virtual
18 November 2026 – 9:30am – 12:30pm

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Rent Compliance Hub annual conference 2026 – getting ready for rent convergence

HQN event – Virtual
19 November 2026 – 10:30am – 2:30pm

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HHSRS and Awaab’s Law phase 2: The legal essentials for social landlords

HQN event – Virtual
30 November 2026 – 11:00am – 12:30pm

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Network training

Practical AI for housing professionals

Public training – Skills, behaviours, competencies (Culture) – Live virtual
03 November 2026 – 9:30am – 4:00pm

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Professional practice skills for housing management (C&C top-up module)

Public training – Public Top-up modules, Senior leadership – Live virtual
16 November 2026 – 9:30am – 3:30pm

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Awaab’s Law Phase 2 for non-technical staff

Public training – Health and safety, Legal – Live virtual
18 November 2026 – 9:30am – 4:00pm

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Awaab’s Law Phase 2 for non-technical staff

Public training – Health and safety, Legal – Live virtual
30 November 2026 – 9:30am – 4:00pm

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