all
Event overview
- Dates:
- Times: 09.00 - 16.30
- Location: London - Holiday Inn Kensington High St Wrights Lane, London, W8 5SP
- Booking closes on
This course is designed to provide anyone involved in the design, checking, implementation and inspection of foundations, ground works and ground floor slabs with the basic knowledge necessary to perform their role with confidence. We will look at relevant sections of the Building Act 1984, Part A of the Building Regulations, British Standards and Codes of Practice, different materials and systems, ground conditions, soil types and characteristics and what to do when building near trees. Delegates will gain knowledge and understanding of the various requirements, materials, procedures and good practice involved in foundations and ground works. It is aimed at all building control professionals, designers, contractors and site managers who require a basic understanding of the principles and practices of foundations and groundworks.
Please note: This course is split over two half days. Part 1 can be booked as a stand alone course but if you wish to attend Part 2 you must have attended Part 1. If you wish to book Parts 1 and 2 you will need to make a separate booking for each day.
CPD: Parts 1 & 2 count for 3 hours of CPD each.
Cost: Parts 1 & 2 will cost £80.00 + VAT each per delegate. You will need to book each part separately using the links at the bottom of this page.
Platform: This course will be held via Zoom. Part 1 & 2 will run for 3.5 hours including time for breaks.
Course Content & Learning Outcomes:
Part 1 - Basic Foundations (extensions and residential buildings) - For more detailed information on the course content please click here.
- Soil and soil classification
- Site investigations
- Foundation types
- Ground floor construction
- Retaining walls (small)
- Testing and tolerances
- Foundation depth calculators
- Contamination
Part 2 - Advanced Foundations (commercial, industrial, high-rise and basements) - For more detailed information please click here.
- Soil and soil classification (advanced)
- Site investigations (additional information)
- Foundation types
- Piling
- Retaining walls (large)
- Basements
- Testing, static, dynamic, integrity
- Foundation/pile calculations
- Piling - good practice guide
- Contamination
Testimonials:
"Well presented and the hand-outs were very useful"
"An excellent and informative course"
"A very interesting course that added further valuable knowledge that I can use when out on site!"
"This was the best LABC course I have been on! I learnt so much and gained a crucial insight into soil mechanics."
Who should attend:
This course is suited to any building professional who wants to get a good basic understanding of foundations and ground works.
- Architects
- Chartered Architectural Technologists
- Developers
- Builders
- Contractors
- Specialist Contractors
- Building Consultants
- Surveyors
- Public Service Building Control Surveyors
Event overview
- Dates:
- Times: 09.00 - 16.30
- Location: Bristol - Mercure Bristol Grand Hotel, Broad Street, Bristol, BS1 2EL
- 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: 09.00 - 16.30
- Location: London - Holiday Inn Kensington High St Wrights Lane, London, W8 5SP
- Booking closes on
This course outlines the relevant sections of the Building Act 1984, together with the service of the various notices and procedures involved, including requisition for information, Types of notices and methods of service, injunctions and power to enter premises. Delegates will gain an overview of what is essential for them to effectively discharge their duties under the Building Act and ensure public safety. They will gain an understanding of the various procedures involved in dealing with dangerous structures from the most basic garden walls to large buildings that pose a threat to public safety.
Delegates will review the legislative requirements for persons carrying out demolition within the Building Act 1984, gain an understanding of method statements and demolition techniques, procedures, notifications and control of site practices.
The course will also clarify roles and responsibilities.This course is aimed at building control professionals and technical staff who have a responsibility for dangerous structures and demolition. It is also of value to private sector practitioners undertaking routes to professional membership.
CPD: This course counts for 4 hours CPD.
Cost: £80.00 + VAT
Platform: This course will be held via Zoom and will run for 5 hours including time for breaks.
Course Content & Learning Outcomes:
• Legislation
• Defective premises
• Dangerous buildings and structures
• Neglected sites
• Ruinous and dilapidated buildings
• Notification and response
• Site inspection and analysis
• Emergency measures
• Legislative procedures for dangerous structures and demolition
• Service of notices
• Consultations
• Case Study of a real-life dangerous structure
Who should attend:
Building Control practitioners including managers, surveyors and technicians
Event overview
- Dates:
- Times: 09.00 - 16.30
- Location: London - Holiday Inn Kensington High St Wrights Lane, London, W8 5SP
- 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: 09.00 - 16.30
- Location: London - Holiday Inn Kensington High St Wrights Lane, London, W8 5SP
- 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: Manchester - Townhouse Hotel Manchester 101 Portland Street, Manchester, M1 6DF
- 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: 08.00 - 12.30
- Location: Croham Hurst Golf Club, South Croydon, Surrey, CR2 7HJ
- Booking closes on
“These small courses are ideal for the single practitioner” – Mark Smith, Vernon-Smith Associates
"It was without a doubt the best format I have come across. Lots of content, swift presentations. Great!" – Peter Brown, Marsden Brown Associates
Join us at one of our free LABC Technical Seminars (also known as Technical Roadshows) where you will hear from industry experts, exchange ideas and have your questions answered by local building control teams and the LABC team.
You will have the opportunity to register with us on the day to continue being the first to learn about important new building regulations guidance, receive FREE regular CPD briefing sessions, FREE technical e-bulletins and further networking opportunities.
CPD: Virtual events count for 2 hours CPD, in person events count for 3.5 hours CPD.
Cost: FREE
CPD Partners & Speakers:
- Actis Insulation - Tomorrow’s insulation solutions for Future Homes Standards
- Instagroup - Modern solutions for old issues
- LABC - What's new in building regs & compliance?
- LABC Warranty - Typical Warranty Defects
Who should attend:
-
Builders
-
Designers
-
Local authority building control teams
-
FMB Master Builders
Follow us on Twitter: @labcuk #labcseminar #designwithus #buildwithus
If you have any questions, or if you wish to register your interest please email us at bookings@labc.co.uk or call us on 020 8616 8120.
Event overview
- Dates:
- Times: 09.00 - 16.30
- Location: London - Holiday Inn Kensington High St Wrights Lane, London, W8 5SP
- Booking closes on
This course covers common foundation types used today on both residential and commercial properties including the range of foundations available from simple trench fill foundations through to piling and ground beams. Delegates will learn about the design of simply supported basic structural elements, timber floor joists and steel beams over openings. The course will include an exercise based on a domestic extension that looks at loading, bending moments and shear forces, steel beams, floor joists and associated elements.
CPD: This course counts for 3 hours CPD.
Cost: Days 1 & 2 cost £80.00+VAT per day. You will need to book each part separately using the links at the bottom of this page.
Platform: This course will be held via Zoom and will run for 3.5 hours including time for breaks.
Day One Course Content:
- Loadings and loading assessments.
- Structural analysis of simple structure - Bending moments and shear forces
- Design of timber floors including worked example and practice session
- Common types of foundations and their uses
Day Two Course Content:
- Brief recap on the loading and structural analysis from Day 1
- Design of simply supported steel beams including worked example and practice session
- Structural alterations of domestic properties
Delegates will gain an understanding of the different types of foundations and where there are likely to be used. This will better assist them with their on site assessment when inspecting trial holes and reading through any site investigation reports. They will also learn to understand how loadings are obtained for subsequent analysis on a domestic property. Using these loadings they will then be able to analyse the structural member before proceeding to the design of that structural member.
Who Should Attend?
Surveyors who are keen to develop their expertise and knowledge of the subject, together with qualified surveyors who want an update session for continuing professional development.
Event overview
- Dates:
- Times: Online Course
- Location: Online Course
- Booking closes on
Bookings for January 2025 intake are now open
The CIOB Level 5 Diploma in Public Service Building Control Surveying is designed for building control officers working in the construction sector who are dealing with new housing, low and high-rise apartments and commercial and industrial projects. This qualification develops the learner’s knowledge and skills to evaluate applications for compliance, liaise with stakeholders and carry out inspections to construction projects safely and efficiently.
To apply to join this course email us at learning@labc.co.uk
JANUARY 2025 TIMETABLE
If you need help or need more information about this qualification, please get in touch with us at learning@labc.co.uk or call us on 020 8616 4922.
Our student feedback
Take a look at some of the other courses LABC provides in the course brochures below.
Event overview
- Dates:
- Times: 09.00 - 16.30
- Location: Birmingham - De Vere Colmore Gate, 5th + 7th Floor, Colmore Gate, Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3 2QD
- 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.