Welcome to The Technical Corner at The MEP Source—your go-to resource for all things technical in MEP engineering. Designed for contractors, designers, and industry professionals, this hub offers access to essential technical notes, statutory documents, downloadable templates, and discussions on the technical requirements of MEP-related construction activities.
With a commitment to elevating knowledge and quality standards across the industry, The MEP Source provides trusted resources that support best practices and innovation. Dive into The Technical Corner to stay informed, equipped, and ahead in your field.
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Building Regulations and Approved Documents
Fire safety:
Approved Document B of the Building Regulations
Building regulation in England covering fire safety matters within and around buildings.
Resistance to sound:
Approved Document E of the Building Regulations
Building regulation in England for the resistance to the passage of sound and sound insulation.
Ventilation:
Approved Document F of the Building Regulations
Building regulation in England for the ventilation requirements to maintain indoor air quality.
Sanitation, hot water safety and water efficiency:
Approved Document G of the Building Regulations
Building regulation for England addressing hot water safety and efficiency of water in buildings.
Drainage and waste disposal:
Approved Document H of the Building Regulations
Building regulation in England for foul water drainage and disposal.
Combustion appliances and fuel storage systems:
Approved Document J of the Building Regulations
Building regulation in England for the storage of fuel systems and combustion products.
Conservation of Fuel and Power:
Approved Document L of the Building Regulations
Building regulation in England setting standards for the energy performance of new and existing buildings.
Access to and use of buildings:
Approved Document M of the Building Regulations
Building regulation in England to ensure that people are able to access and use buildings and their facilities.
Overheating:
Approved Document O of the Building Regulations
Building regulation in England setting standards for overheating in new residential buildings.
Electrical Safety:
Approved Document P of the Building Regulations
Building Regulation in England covering electrical safety in dwellings.
Security in dwellings:
Approved Document Q of the Building Regulations
Building regulation for England covering security in dwellings.
Infrastructure for electronic communications:
Approved Document R of the Building Regulations
Building regulation for England covering requirements for infrastructure for electronic communications networks in buildings.
Infrastructure for charging electric vehicles:
Approved Document S of the Building Regulations
Building regulation in England for the installation of electric vehicle charge points or cable routes.
Material and workmanship:
Approved Document 7 of the Building Regulations
Building regulation for England setting out the standards of the building materials and skills used.
Note: We have purposely excluded the following documents; Part A: Structure, Part C: Site preparation and resistance to contaminants and moisture, Part D: Toxic substances, Part K: Protection from falling, collision and impact, Part T: Toilet accommodation. These documents can be found here if required.
Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE)
Comprehensive technical guidance on key areas in building services engineering
Guide A: Environmental design
This provides guidance on design criteria and calculation methods such as fabric performance, heating and ventilation system sizing, methods for thermal comfort evaluation and energy demand.
Guide B: Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
This guide has been broken down into six categories, due to it’s complexity and variety of coverage.
The six guides can be found here.
Guide D: Transportation systems in buildings
Guide E: Fire Safety Engineering
The objective of this Guide is to present a package of measures which will reduce the potential for injury, death, property and financial loss to an acceptable level.
Guide F: Energy Efficiency
Energy management has moved up the corporate agenda, aided by the work of the Carbon Trust and the implementation of the CRC Energy Efficiency Scheme. This guide includes more information about carbon management, and the need for improved metering and monitoring.
Guide F: Energy efficiency (2012)
Guide G: Public health and plumbing engineering
This document aims to provide Public health and plumbing engineering guidance to practitioners involved in such systems, as well as informing the wider design team.
Guide H: Building control systems
Guide H covers all the key areas without relying too heavily on purely mathematical formulas, making it easy-to-read and accessible to all professions related to the design, construction and maintenance of a building.
Guide K: Electricity in buildings
This Guide will be invaluable for anyone thinking of installing new or renewable power sources. Energy managers, facilities managers and building owners/operators will also find this Guide a fund of essential and interesting information.
Guide L: Sustainability
The principles of sustainability discussed in this document apply wherever in the world engineers practice, and wherever designs or projects are undertaken. This Guide provides building services engineers with guidance on how to respond to the changing sustainability agenda.
Guide L: Sustainability (2020)
Guide M: Maintenance engineering and management
Guide M Maintenance engineering and management is considered the ‘go to’ guide for the facilities management industry. Everything you need to know about operating building services is introduced and explained in this guide.
Note: We have purposely excluded the following CIBSE Guides; Guide C: Reference Data, Guide J: Weather, Solar and Illuminance Data (withdrawn in 2015). These documents can be found here if required.
The Construction Playbook
Market, Supplier & Supply Chain Engagement in Construction:
Guidance Note
Longer Term Contracting Programmes, Projects and Portfolios in Construction (LTC): Guidance Note
The Construction Playbook
Government Guidance on sourcing and contracting public works projects and programmes
Modern Methods of Construction (MMC): Guidance Note
Promoting Net Zero Carbon And Sustainability In Construction:
Guidance Note
The guidelines within The Construction Playbook can affect every stage of an MEP project, from design and planning to project execution and management, offering frameworks that encourage best practices and help streamline compliance.
Stay informed and ensure your procedures align with the evolving expectations of the UK’s construction landscape. After all, understanding these guidelines can influence your ability to secure (and maintain) some key clients and main contractors that will likely be familiar with the same protocols.
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At The MEP Source, we believe in the true importance of the MEP discipline. That’s why we’ve developed these templates and tools to help you manage your work much easier, ultimately improving your service and keeping your eye on all potential risks.
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MEP Contractor
BG6 Design Appointment Matrix
The guide contains design activity proformas and drawing / model definitions that are used to support contract documentation and to encourage efficient collaborative working between building services and other designers such as architects, structural engineers and also along building services supply chains.
You can utilise this document to appoint a design company or outline to your client what your responsibilities are within your appointment.
Procurement Schedule (Simple)
A procurement schedule is a detailed plan that outlines the timing and sequence of all procurement activities needed for a project.
Even in it’s simplest form, a procurement schedule can ensure materials, equipment, and services are acquired on time, within budget, and with the required quality, while coordinating with the overall construction schedule to avoid delays.
Package Status Tracker (Simple)
Tracking the status of each MEP package is critical for ensuring programme compliance and effective leadership.
If used correctly, this tracker can be used as evidence to support your monthly application for payment, outlining where each package is up to with a percentage value.
RFI Transmittal (Simple)
An RFI, or Request for Information, is a formal document used to ask for clarification or additional information about a project’s details.
It’s a way to address ambiguities, gaps, or misunderstandings in the construction documents, plans, or specifications. RFIs help ensure everyone involved in the project is on the same page and working with the same understanding of the project’s requirement.
Risk & Opportunity Register (Simple)
A Risk and Opportunity Register is a document or system used to systematically identify, analyse, and manage potential risks and opportunities throughout a project’s lifecycle.
It helps construction teams proactively anticipate problems and capitalise on favourable circumstances, ultimately contributing to project success and financial position.
MEP Designer
BG6 Design Appointment Matrix
The guide contains design activity proformas and drawing / model definitions that are used to support contract documentation and to encourage efficient collaborative working between building services and other designers such as architects, structural engineers and also along building services supply chains.
You can utilise this document to appoint a design company or outline to your client what your responsibilities are within your appointment.
Design Programme (Simple)
The primary purpose of a design programme is to plan and manage the design process, ensuring it aligns with project goals and deadlines.
It acts as a roadmap for the design team and client team, outlining tasks, sequences, and responsibilities to achieve a successful design period.
Generic Meeting Minutes (Simple)
Meeting minutes serve as a vital record of discussions, decisions, and actions agreed upon during meetings. They ensure that all parties involved are aware of project progress, outstanding issues, and future plans.
Meeting minutes also act as a reference document, providing a clear understanding of what transpired during the meeting for both those who attended and those who did not.
RFI Transmittal (Simple)
An RFI, or Request for Information, is a formal document used to ask for clarification or additional information about a project’s details.
It’s a way to address ambiguities, gaps, or misunderstandings in the construction documents, plans, or specifications. RFIs help ensure everyone involved in the project is on the same page and working with the same understanding of the project’s requirement.
Design Risk Monitor (Simple)
The primary purpose of a design risk register is to proactively identify, assess, and document potential health and safety risks associated with a design.
It serves as a management tool to ensure designers address key safety considerations during the design review process and to create a clear record of the risks, mitigation strategies, and actions taken during this phase.
