CIF City & Guilds Assured Building Regulations
€500for members
€600for non-members
9.00 am - 5.00 pm
5 Block Modules over 10 days from May - Nov.
CIF VIRTUAL ZOOM CLASSROOM
This program provides the learner an expert tutor lead journey through the current legislative and guidance system (Building Control Regulations and Technical Guidance Documents) updates will be provided on pending changes as they become available during the program.
See full course details Ask a questionThe CIF continues to play a key role in the development of the building regulations and technical guidance documents.
This in depth knowledge of the building regulations is reflected in the detailed expertise delivered to those participating in the course by people who are leading authorities on all aspects of the building regulations.
The City & Guilds Assured Building Regulations Programme provides the learner an expert tutor lead journey through the current legislative and guidance system (Building Control Regulations and Technical Guidance Documents).
Updates will be provided on pending changes as they become available during the programme.
Those who take part in the course come from a wide variety of construction management and professional backgrounds, given the wide application and implications of the building regulations for the construction industry and beyond this program is a must for contractors of all sizes.
WHO IS THE BUILDING REGULATIONS PROGRAMME AIMED AT?
The Building Regulations Programme is aimed all those involved in the construction sector or in complimentary disciplines, who need to learn more about the specifics of the Building Regulations. Specific modules will have a greater impact for SME type construction companies and can be selected upon interest to your specific business needs.
The Building Regulations course is held over ten days: five block modules of 2 days each.
The course is delivered from 09.00hrs – 17.00hrs.
The various topics covered during the Building Regulations programme are:
Module 1
Legislation 1 / Legislation 2 (09:00 – 17:00) 27th May 2024
Legislation 3 / Code of Practice / Contractors / Part D – Materials and Workmanship (09:00 – 17:00) 28th May 2024
Exam at the end of each module MCQ.
Part A: Structure (09:00 – 17:00) 24th June 2024
Part C: Site Preparation and Resistance to Moisture (09:00 – 17:00) 25th June 2024
Exam at the end of each module MCQ.
The approach of Building Regulations and associated Technical Guidance Documents to the following topics is covered:
- Subsoils, Site Investigations
- Filling Materials / Unbound Aggregate (including SR 16)
- Site Preparation and Drainage
- Site Contamination
- Radon
- Foundations
- Floor, Wall and Roof Structures
- Simplified Structural Rules
- Resistance to Weather and Moisture
After completing this two-day module participants would be expected to have an in-depth understanding of how the Irish Building Regulations and their associated Technical Guidance Documents approach the issues of site preparation and the structural stability and weather tightness of buildings. Topics such as site drainage, radon, pyrite free filling materials (unbound aggregate), foundations, walls, floors, roofs and weather proofing are covered along with the necessary background information to bring the specifics of Building Regulations and Technical Guidance Documents into focus.
The course is particularly useful for anyone involved with site works and structural elements of buildings (small and large), from contractors to designers and specifiers, and will lead to a greater understanding of constructing compliant buildings from initial groundworks onwards.
Part B: Fire Safety (09:00 – 17:00) 23rd September 2024
Part J: Heat Producing Appliances (09:00 – 17:00) 24th September 2024
Exam at the end of each module MCQ.
The approach of Building Regulations and associated Technical Guidance Documents to the following topics is covered:
- Fire Safety – Buildings other than Dwelling Houses
- Means of Warning and Escape
- Internal Fire Spread
- External Fire Spread
- Access and Facilities for Firefighting
- Smoke Control Systems
- Sprinklers
- Existing Buildings
- Fire Safety – Dwelling Houses
- Means of Warning and Escape
- Internal Fire Spread
- External Fire Spread
- Access and Facilities for Firefighting
- Heat Producing Appliances
- Air supply and extract
- Chimneys and Flues
- Carbon Monoxide
- Hearths and Installation
- Fuel Storage
After completing this two-day module participants would be expected to have an in-depth understanding of how the Irish Building Regulations and their associated Technical Guidance Documents approach the issues surrounding the construction of buildings in a manner that comply with building regulations catering for fire safety and the appropriate installation of fuel burning appliances. Topics such as warning and escape, fire spread and access/facilities for firefighting as well as the installation and appropriate services for fuel burning appliances are covered along with the necessary background information to bring the specifics of Building Regulations and Technical Guidance Documents into focus.
The course is particularly useful for anyone involved with ensuring compliance of buildings (small and large) with Fire Safety standards, from contractors to designers and specifiers, and will lead to a greater understanding of designing and constructing compliant buildings in a manner that makes compliance with relevant regulations a core principle from the outset.
Module 4
Part F & Part L – Ventilation & Conservation of Fuel and Energy [1] (09:00 – 17:00) 23rd October 2024
Part F & Part L – Ventilation & Conservation of Fuel and Energy [2] (09:00 – 17:00) 24th October 2024
Exam at the end of each module MCQ.
Module 5
Part E, G & H – Sound, Hygiene and Drainage (09:00 – 17:00) 25th November 2024
Part K & M – Stairways and Access. (09:00 – 17:00) 26th November 2023
Exam at the end of each module MCQ.
On successful completion of this course delegates will receive:
- City & Guilds certificate of completion of each module.
- 60 Structured CIRI CPD points.
Member Rate: €500.00 per Module
Non-Member Rate: €600.00 per Module
For All Enquiries or Course Bookings Contact:
Conor Greham: 01 4066031 / [email protected]
The various topics covered during the Building Regulations programme are:
| 27/05/2024 | 09:00 – 17:00 | Legislation 1/ Legislation 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 28/05/2024 | 09:00 – 17:00 | Legislation 3/ Code of Practice / Contractors / Part D - Materials and Workmanship |
| 24/06/2024 | 09:00 – 17:00 | Part’s A & Part C - Sub-soils + Substructures [1] |
| 25/06/2024 | 09:00 – 17:00 | Part’s A & Part C - Sub-soils + Substructures [2] |
| 23/09/2024 | 09:00 – 17:00 | Part B & Part J - Fire Safety [1] |
| 24/09/2024 | 09:00 – 17:00 | Part B & Part J - Fire Safety [2] |
| 23/10/2024 | 09:00 – 17:00 | Part F & Part L - Ventilation & Conservation of Fuel and Energy [1] |
| 24/10/2024 | 09:00 – 17:00 | Part F & Part L - Ventilation & Conservation of Fuel and Energy [2] |
| 26/11/2024 | 09:00 – 17:00 | Part E, G & H - Sound, Hygiene and Drainage |
| 27/11/2024 | 09:00 – 17:00 | Part K & M - Stairways and Access. |
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