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Event overview
- Dates:
- Times: 09.00 - 16.30
- Location: London - Holiday Inn Kensington High St Wrights Lane, London, W8 5SP
- Booking closes on
Brand New Building Control for Managers with no experience in Building Control
This course is for those who have management responsibility for the building control service within Council, but do not have a building control background.
CPD: This course counts for 6 hours CPD.
Cost: £150 + VAT including lunch and course materials.
Course Content & Learning Outcomes
The course will enable you to have better understanding of Building Control service and will also cover legislation and finance, as well as the issues facing Building Control in “Local Authority Change”. We will consider what a ‘good’ Building Control section looks like, consider the future, policies and strategies and finally emphasise the help and support that is offered by LABC.
Who should attend
- Line managers
- Section leaders
- Team leaders
- Managers
- Anyone who has experience of managerial functions who now has a role to play in the management of a modern local authority building control service
- General managers with responsibility for Building Control wishing to gain a better understanding of the service
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Event overview
- Dates:
- Times: 09.30 - 16.30
- Location: Leeds - THE QUEENS, CITY SQUARE, LEEDS, LS1 1PJ
- Booking closes on
Good Building Control rarely results in formal action. But does your team really have the necessary skills and competence if formal action became necessary?
This course provides training from informal day to day enforcement activity, through to carrying out investigations and going to court when formal action is required.
It will cover enforcement in areas of the Building Regulations, Unauthorised Work and Initial Notices, with an overview of the relevant changes in the Building Safety Act 2022, Building Act 1984 and the Building Regulations 2010 (as amended) from the 1st of October 2023.
CPD: This course counts for 4 hours CPD.
Cost: £80+VAT
Platform: This course will be held via Zoom and will run for 4.5 hours including time for breaks.
Course Content & Learning Outcomes:
- Informal and formal enforcement
- The Building Act delegated powers/rights of entry
- Enforcement of Building Regulations - Enforcement Policy, Section 35 offences, Section 36 notices and the Stop and Compliance (35B &C) Notices in England.
- How does the Building Safety Act change Enforcement for and by LA’s?
- Action against Building Control? Including current Case Law
- Enforcement of Unauthorised work and Regularisations
- Initial Notices - Reversions
- Planning and investigation - Police and Criminal Evidence Act, witness statements
- Court processes - how to give evidence and what to expect.
Who should attend:
Building control managers
Principal and senior surveyors and team leaders
Building control surveyors
Practice managers, assistant building control surveyors
Trainees and apprentices
Event overview
- Dates:
- Times: 09.00 - 16.30
- Location: Cardiff - Venue TBC
- Booking closes on
Delegates who complete Parts 1 & 2 will receive 12 hours CPD.
This unique one day course will equip delegates with the knowledge and confidence to become a more effective member of the safety team. It will explain how to determine and set safe capacities covering the all-important P and S factors. Delegates will gain an understanding of the main criteria that feed into the assessment process which then delivers these key factors. Attendees will also learn more about the Green Guide and where to look for other related relevant guidance. This course will equip those charged with responsibilities under sports grounds legislation with the skills and knowledge to be able to carry out those responsibilities confidently, effectively and efficiently to reduce risk for themselves and their organisation. Delegates will gain a greater understanding of the vast array of variables that form part of the material considerations when determining P and S factors and will take part in an interactive group workshop, learn from others and become part of a safety network of contacts. By attending this course delegates will be more confident in making a balanced assessment of P and S factors and be able to challenge the figures with confidence.
CPD: This course counts for 6 hours CPD.
Cost: £150 + VAT including lunch and course materials.
Platform: This course will be held via Zoom and will run for 3.5 hours including time for breaks.
Course Content & Learning Outcomes:
- Understanding the safety certification process.
- Where to look for help and how the Green Guide and related Guidance can be of help.
- How to determine the safe capacity
- A detailed look at the material considerations that determine the setting of realistic P and S factors.
- A look at the “new style” safety certificate and the role of the operations manual
- Practical workshop – Put theory into practice - Calculating the safe capacity of a stadium.
Testimonials:
"A useful addition to “Safety at Sports Grounds Part One”. I now feel able to get involved with SASG meetings and Licensing of stadia. Thank you for a very clear and concise summary."
"A very good course!"
"Excellent course with very knowledgeable experienced tutors"
"Extremely useful course, speakers were very knowledgeable and welcomed questions"
Who should attend:
Building control staff
Police
Fire authority
Ambulance service
Voluntary medical sector e.g. Red Cross, St Johns
Venue safety officers
Please click here to book Part 1 of Safety at Sports Grounds.
Event overview
- Dates:
- Times: 09.00 - 16.30
- Location: London - Holiday Inn Kensington High St Wrights Lane, London, W8 5SP
- Booking closes on
This half day session is aimed at those new to building control management, with or without a building control background or those just wishing to refresh their existing knowledge.
A truly essential course for anyone who is new to the challenge of managing a building control team or is likely to do so in the future.
This course will help delegates better understand their position within the organisation, budgets and team management, co-operation with stakeholders, the LABC Quality Management system, as well as building professional relationships.
This is a busy and thought provoking day which is designed to support those new to management, reinforce the skills of those with experience an encourage networking and the use of LABC resources.
CPD: This course counts for 3 hours CPD.
Cost: £80.00 + VAT
Platform: This course will be held via Zoom and will run for 3.5 hours including time for breaks.
Course Content & Learning Outcomes:
The session will provide an overview on topics such as
- Background to building control
- Your role in the organisation
- Management styles
- Performance management
- Staff engagement
- Building Control finance - budgets and fee setting
- Health and safety
- Information governance
- Procuring services and Quality management
This course is aimed as an introduction into the tasks and responsibilities that might confront local authority building control managers daily. It should act as a signpost for managers to seek more clarity on what might be expected of them from their managers, or to inform on any further training needs. It should act as a refresher for those who have undertaken prior learning on the subject.
Who should attend:
Building control team leaders
Principals
Line managers
Section leaders
Team leaders
Managers
Anyone who has experience of building control functions who now has a role to play in the management of a modern local authority building control service
OTHER MANAGEMENT COURSES BY LABC:
Building Control Management CPD Pathway: LABC also has a free online building control management CPD pathway that houses a huge set of resources, online courses and forums designed for those managing a building control service. To gain access to this free building control management pathway and community please email learning@labc.co.uk.
Event overview
- Dates:
- Times: 09.30 - 16.30
- Location: Birmingham - 1 Brunswick Square Hilton Garden Inn Brindley place Birmingham United Kingdom B1 2HW
- Booking closes on
Delegates who complete Parts 1 & 2 will receive CPD of 12 hours.
Many building control staff have been handed the responsibility for safety of sports grounds and don’t know where to turn for help. This foundation course is designed to identify the key general and legislative issues in this area and provide the references and contacts to progress with confidence in this extremely challenging and at times high profile world of safety of sports grounds. This course will equip those charged with responsibilities under sports ground legislation with the skills and knowledge to be able to carry out those responsibilities confidently, effectively and efficiently. Delegates will leave with an understanding of the legislative requirements, stadia design, the Guide to Safety at Sports Grounds (green guide) and how capacity is calculated. The course will also discuss the workings of the Safety Advisory Group and there will be an opportunity to learn from others experiences during the afternoon workshop sessions.
CPD: This course counts for 6 hours CPD.
Cost: £150 + VAT including lunch and course materials.
Platform: This course will be held via Zoom and will run for 3.5 hours including time for breaks.
Course Content & Learning Outcomes:
Now that you are involved
- An explanation of your responsibilities.
- Understanding the key legislation
- The importance of related legislation
An overview of the Guide to Safety at Sports Grounds (Green Guide)
- How to determine the safe capacity of a venue
- An introduction to P and S factors
- The model SAG and how it should operate
- A look at the SAG Constitution
The certification process
- Including a look at the new style certificate and the requirement for ongoing involvement
- A brief look at design of sports stadia including the relevance of fire engineering and the need to address sustainability
Workshop
- Test yourself with some real issues in a “what would you do?” scenario
- Stop Press
- An update of the “current issues” such as overcrowding on concourses, standing in seated areas etc.
Click here to book Part 2 of Safety at Sports Grounds
Testimonials:
"Great fun, very informative & most useful. Bravo & thank you"
"Excellent!"
"The course introduced a vast amount of information and food for thought!! A very interesting day"
"The course provided a very informative introduction to SSG and I think Ken was an excellent speaker clearly well versed and passionate about his subject"
"The speaker was excellent. Clearly an expert on the subject"
"Excellent speaker who had very good subject knowledge and excellent delivery style that kept everyone interested. Would recommend to anyone needing general information on sports ground safety" -
Who should attend:
Building control professionals with an involvement in or responsibility for safety of sports grounds including both designated and non-designated stadia together with Regulated Stands
Fellow Local Authority professionals with similar responsibilities e.g. Environmental Health Officers
Building control professionals undertaking RICS competencies on route to corporate membership
All members of the Safety Advisory Group including Police, Fire and Rescue Services, Ambulance Services, Safety Officers, representatives from the voluntary sector involved in safety of sports grounds
The course is intended for both newcomers to the profession and those wishing to refresh their knowledge.
Event overview
- Dates:
- Times: 09.30 - 16.30
- Location: Birmingham - Hilton Garden Inn 1 Brunswick Square Brindley place Birmingham United Kingdom B1 2HW
- Booking closes on
Delegates who complete Parts 1 & 2 will receive 12 hours CPD.
This unique one day course will equip delegates with the knowledge and confidence to become a more effective member of the safety team. It will explain how to determine and set safe capacities covering the all-important P and S factors. Delegates will gain an understanding of the main criteria that feed into the assessment process which then delivers these key factors. Attendees will also learn more about the Green Guide and where to look for other related relevant guidance. This course will equip those charged with responsibilities under sports grounds legislation with the skills and knowledge to be able to carry out those responsibilities confidently, effectively and efficiently to reduce risk for themselves and their organisation. Delegates will gain a greater understanding of the vast array of variables that form part of the material considerations when determining P and S factors and will take part in an interactive group workshop, learn from others and become part of a safety network of contacts. By attending this course delegates will be more confident in making a balanced assessment of P and S factors and be able to challenge the figures with confidence.
CPD: This course counts for 6 hours CPD.
Cost: £150 + VAT including lunch and course materials.
Platform: This course will be held via Zoom and will run for 3.5 hours including time for breaks.
Course Content & Learning Outcomes:
- Understanding the safety certification process.
- Where to look for help and how the Green Guide and related Guidance can be of help.
- How to determine the safe capacity
- A detailed look at the material considerations that determine the setting of realistic P and S factors.
- A look at the “new style” safety certificate and the role of the operations manual
- Practical workshop – Put theory into practice - Calculating the safe capacity of a stadium.
Testimonials:
"A useful addition to “Safety at Sports Grounds Part One”. I now feel able to get involved with SASG meetings and Licensing of stadia. Thank you for a very clear and concise summary."
"A very good course!"
"Excellent course with very knowledgeable experienced tutors"
"Extremely useful course, speakers were very knowledgeable and welcomed questions"
Who should attend:
Building control staff
Police
Fire authority
Ambulance service
Voluntary medical sector e.g. Red Cross, St Johns
Venue safety officers
Please click here to book Part 1 of Safety at Sports Grounds.
Event overview
- Dates:
- Times: 09.30 - 16.30
- Location: London - Holiday Inn Kensington High St Wrights Lane, London, W8 5SP
- Booking closes on
This course will give an overview of the building regulation requirements that building professionals require a solid understanding of.
It will look at the application of fire safety principles to building work and the various approaches to demonstrate compliance. It will also discuss principles that can be used to vary guidance but maintain the necessary performance standard.
CPD: This course counts for 3 hours CPD
Cost: £80.00 + VAT per delegate.
Platform: This course will be held via Zoom and will run for 3.5 hours including time for breaks.
Course Content & Learning Outcomes
On completion of the course you will have a good general understanding of the following:
• Fire safety requirements of building regulations for different types of building work.
• Functional requirements.
• Application of Regulation 7(2) to 7(4) to a relevant building (residential/institutional
buildings above 18m in height).
• Approved Document B overview.
• Use of BS 9999.
• Use of BS 9991.
• Regulation 38.
Who should attend
This course is suited to any building professional who wants to get a good understanding of fire safety issues.
- Public Service Building control surveyors
- Architects
- Chartered architectural technologists
- Developers
- Builders
- Contractors
- Specialist contractors
- Building consultants
- Surveyors
Event overview
- Dates:
- Times: 09.30 - 16.30
- Location: Milton Keynes - Jurys Inn Midsummer Boulevard, Milton Keynes, MK9 2HP
- Booking closes on
This course will give an overview of the building regulation requirements that building professionals require a solid understanding of.
It will look at the application of fire safety principles to building work and the various approaches to demonstrate compliance. It will also discuss principles that can be used to vary guidance but maintain the necessary performance standard.
CPD: This course counts for 3 hours CPD
Cost: £80.00 + VAT per delegate.
Platform: This course will be held via Zoom and will run for 3.5 hours including time for breaks.
Course Content & Learning Outcomes
On completion of the course you will have a good general understanding of the following:
• Fire safety requirements of building regulations for different types of building work.
• Functional requirements.
• Application of Regulation 7(2) to 7(4) to a relevant building (residential/institutional
buildings above 18m in height).
• Approved Document B overview.
• Use of BS 9999.
• Use of BS 9991.
• Regulation 38.
Who should attend
This course is suited to any building professional who wants to get a good understanding of fire safety issues.
- Public Service Building control surveyors
- Architects
- Chartered architectural technologists
- Developers
- Builders
- Contractors
- Specialist contractors
- Building consultants
- Surveyors
Event overview
- Dates:
- Times: 09.00 - 16.30
- Location: Bury St Edmunds - Venue TBC
- Booking closes on
This course will give an overview of the building regulation requirements that building professionals require a solid understanding of.
It will look at the application of fire safety principles to building work and the various approaches to demonstrate compliance. It will also discuss principles that can be used to vary guidance but maintain the necessary performance standard.
CPD: This course counts for 3 hours CPD
Cost: £80.00 + VAT per delegate.
Platform: This course will be held via Zoom and will run for 3.5 hours including time for breaks.
Course Content & Learning Outcomes
On completion of the course you will have a good general understanding of the following:
• Fire safety requirements of building regulations for different types of building work.
• Functional requirements.
• Application of Regulation 7(2) to 7(4) to a relevant building (residential/institutional
buildings above 18m in height).
• Approved Document B overview.
• Use of BS 9999.
• Use of BS 9991.
• Regulation 38.
Who should attend
This course is suited to any building professional who wants to get a good understanding of fire safety issues.
- Public Service Building control surveyors
- Architects
- Chartered architectural technologists
- Developers
- Builders
- Contractors
- Specialist contractors
- Building consultants
- Surveyors
Event overview
- Dates:
- Times: 09.30 - 16.30
- Location: Manchester - Mercure Manchester Piccadilly Hotel Portland Street Manchester M1 4PH
- Booking closes on
This course will give an overview of the building regulation requirements that building professionals require a solid understanding of.
It will look at the application of fire safety principles to building work and the various approaches to demonstrate compliance. It will also discuss principles that can be used to vary guidance but maintain the necessary performance standard.
CPD: This course counts for 3 hours CPD
Cost: £80.00 + VAT per delegate.
Platform: This course will be held via Zoom and will run for 3.5 hours including time for breaks.
Course Content & Learning Outcomes
On completion of the course you will have a good general understanding of the following:
• Fire safety requirements of building regulations for different types of building work.
• Functional requirements.
• Application of Regulation 7(2) to 7(4) to a relevant building (residential/institutional
buildings above 18m in height).
• Approved Document B overview.
• Use of BS 9999.
• Use of BS 9991.
• Regulation 38.
Who should attend
This course is suited to any building professional who wants to get a good understanding of fire safety issues.
- Public Service Building control surveyors
- Architects
- Chartered architectural technologists
- Developers
- Builders
- Contractors
- Specialist contractors
- Building consultants
- Surveyors