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

The Level 6 Safety and Sports Grounds and other Public Events qualification has been designed in partnership with the Sports Grounds Safety Authority. This unique Level 6 Certificate is aimed at mid-career public officials and other professionals who are involved in regulating public safety at sports grounds and other public events.

The course is made up of online learning modules, case studies, real-life job role activities and live interactive online lectures delivered by expert guest speakers and facilitated by the course lead. It aims to develop the individual’s ability to appraise the physical structure, undertake inspections, and navigate complex safety issues to ensure compliance with legislation for a range of public entertainment venues.

The course specifically covers:

• The roles and responsibilities of stakeholders in ensuring safety in event management
• How to comply with legislation and application in relation to Safety at Sports Grounds and other public events
• How to appraise the physical structure of a premise for a range of events
• The range of complex dynamic factors that can impact the safety of events
• How to be able to make decisions on the suitability of an event

Expert guest speakers* include:

• Bob McIver: The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
• Tim Burgin – SGSA – Stadium Management and Future Direction
• Rodney Burrows – Etihad Stadium
• Anna Thompson – Glastonbury
• Matty Butcher – SGSA – Contingency, major incident and counter terrorism planning
• Rodney Burrows: The Take That concert - Stadium of Light
• Gordon Roy: Olympics 2012
• Stuart Hancox: Commonwealth Games 2022 (Alexander Stadium)
• Graham Bond: Principality Stadium Cardiff Rugby & the Anthony Joshua fight
• Stephen Arundell – Emergency Planning

*Speakers may be subject to change

NON-LABC MEMBERS – CLICK HERE TO REGISTER YOUR INTEREST

LABC MEMBERS - CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Live interactive workshops and tutor support days will take place one day a week for 13 weeks*.  Although we recommend that you attend all the live sessions we understand that may not always be possible due to work commitments. Therefore LABC will make online learning available before the live workshop days for those who are unable to attend the live sessions. The live sessions will also be recorded so that you can catch up on any sessions you missed. After your last workshop you'll have a study break before the Unit's assessment is due. 

* For those who are new to safety at sports grounds and other public events - an optional 3 week introduction programme will run before the actual course starts covering:

• Summary of new guidance
• Safety at Sports Grounds Day 1 and Day 2
• Annex A Sample indicative questions relating to (P) factors
• Annex B Sample indicative questions relating to (S) factors
• Public Events Day 1: A walk through

Please contact learning@labc.co.uk if you have any questions.

2024/25

*timetables / assessments may be subject to change

Take a look at some of the other courses LABC provides in the course brochures below.

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

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