LABC is delighted to confirm its conference programme for 2025. 

This November, LABC will be holding a Management & Specialist Surveying Conference with a comprehensive programme of speakers tailored to experienced RBIs working on specialist projects, building control managers, team leaders or supervisors. 

• When: Monday 17 and Tuesday 18 November
• Where: Leonardo Hotel Hinckley Island, Watling St, Burbage, Hinckley, LE10 3JA
• Who should attend: Experienced RBIs working on specialist projects, building control managers, team leaders or supervisors

If you have any questions about the event please email bookings@labc.co.uk.

This course will give an overview of the building regulation requirements that building professionals need 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.

This presentation includes videos of actual fire incidents, which may be upsetting to some viewers. Prior to playing these videos, we will provide a warning to allow attendees the opportunity to choose whether to view them or to step away from their screen.

CPD: This course counts for 3.5 hours CPD

Cost: £85+VAT

Platform: This course will be held via Zoom and will run for 4 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

Talk to us if you’re CITB registered and would like to discuss funding options.

E: bookings@labc.co.uk

T: 020 8616 8120

This course is designed to provide anyone involved in the design, checking, implementation and inspection of foundations, groundworks 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 groundworks. 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 the trainer does recommend you attended Part 1 first. 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 £85+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. 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

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

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 groundworks.

• Architects
• Chartered Architectural Technologists
• Developers
• Builders
• Contractors
• Specialist Contractors
• Building Consultants
• Surveyors
• Public Service Building Control Surveyors

Talk to us if you’re CITB registered and would like to discuss funding options.

E: bookings@labc.co.uk

T: 020 8616 8120

This practical, interactive half-day CPD course is designed for construction professionals who want to understand how to prepare and submit a building regulation application to the Local Authority that is more likely to be accepted without delay or the need for resubmission. The workshop will walk participants through the steps required to submit a compliant and well-prepared application, focusing on best practices, common pitfalls, and how to ensure that applications meet local authority requirements from the outset. Attendees will also gain insight into how the building regulation approval process works and how to effectively liaise with local authorities to prevent costly delays.

CPD: This course counts for 3 hours CPD.

Cost: £85+VAT

Platform: This course will be held via Zoom and will run for 3.5 hours including time for breaks.

Course Content & Learning Outcomes:

• Understand the key requirements of a non-HRB building regulation application and what local authorities expect
• Learn how to gather and prepare supporting documentation for the application to ensure it is complete and compliant
• Develop skills to submit an application with the correct level of detail
• Navigate the common challenges and issues that arise during the application process
• Effectively communicate with local authorities and understand the review and approval process
• Reduce the risk of delays or rejections by ensuring the application is thorough and meets building regulations.

Who should attend:

• Architects
• Chartered architectural technologists
• Building engineers
• Chartered surveyors
• Technicians
• Builders
• Contractors
• Site Managers
• Building owners and developers

Please note that this course is part of a series of courses:

1. Building Regulation Compliance
2. Building Regulation Applications
3. Building Regulation Inspections Course

Talk to us if you’re CITB registered and would like to discuss funding options.

E: bookings@labc.co.uk

T: 020 8616 8120