Facade Compartmentation, Cavity Barriers

Description

This technical seminar covers the UK regulations and guidance surrounding cavity barrier use and design as stipulated by Approved Document B, CWCT and NHBC. The talk also goes into the British Standards associated with fire barriers such as BS EN 13501-1, BS 476-20, ASFP TGD19, BS EN 8414-2 & BRE135 classifications. Finally, the seminar looks at additional endorsements such as third-party test accreditation and certification of products and installers. By the end of the CPD you should have a greater understanding of:

- How to define cavity barriers, where they are used and on what buildings

- Detailing barriers, ventilation, fixings and insulation

- Specifying cavity barriers, to what test standards, BS 476-20, EN1366-4, TGD19

- Full system testing - BS EN 8414-2

- The use of third party accreditation for testing and installation

This CPD can be delivered to you live and remotely.