Improving Design and Building Efficiencies

Description

This CPD will provide an insight into the key areas of consideration when approaching design in construction. Topics discussed include regulations – Building Standards, BREEAM, Approved Documents, fire – what is BS8414 and EN1364 and why are they important, acoustics - what are the key regulations, documents and terms required, thermal - including terminology, monetary value and principles of heat loss in buildings, and finally, sustainability. By the end of the presentation you should have a greater understanding of:

- Approved documents and accreditations

- The requirements to satisfy building regulations with respect to fire

- The key terminology in regards to acoustics, and the dangers of having poor acoustics in a space

- The terminology in regards to thermal performance, and the dangers of heat loss in a space

- The fundamentals of building accreditation bodies, the categories, and how scores are awarded

This CPD can be delivered to you live and remotely