Latest CPDs – Page 4

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What works: Helping staff go greener at home

2020-02-14T06:00:00Z

If firms are serious about reducing their carbon footprint, they must consider how their workers behave at home as well as in the office
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What works: Role-playing exercises

2020-01-27T06:08:00Z

Arcadis’ Greg Bradley explains a training technique that has helped his team learn to deal quickly with the challenges of working on projects
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What works: The nine-day fortnight

2020-01-13T06:00:00Z

Karen Mosley explains why a day off every two weeks can be better for everyone
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CPD 24 2019: Radiant ceiling cooling

This CPD, sponsored by Radiana, how radiant cooling works and why it can be an efficient method for reducing heat
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CPD 23 2019: Benefits of underfloor heating

This CPD, sponsored by WMS, will look at factors that can impact the use of underfloor heating systems and more
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CPD 22 2019: Saving water and energy

This CPD, sponsored by Franke Sissons, will consider how to conserve water and the ways specifiers can help to reduce water consumption
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CPD 21 2019: Guidance on thermal comfort in the learning environment

This CPD, sponsored by Kingspan Insulation, looks at how to meet Building Regulations Part L and thermal comfort recommendations
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CPD 20 2019: Facades

This CPD, sponsored by Isover, will address issues facing developers and clients looking to find specific facade solutions to their building needs
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CPD 19 2019: Corrosion protection

This CPD, sponsored by Steel for Life, looks at how the lifespan of structures can be maximised by protecting them against the elements
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CPD 18 2019: Guide to daylighting and EN 17037

This CPD, sponsored by VELUX Commercial, looks at which aspects of design EN 17037 can cater for
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CPD 17 2019: Natural slate

This CPD, sponsored by Cupa Pizarras, examines the strengths of this ubiquitous material and its suitability for roofing and cladding purposes
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CPD 16 2019: Understanding non-fragile glass in rooflights

This CPD, sponsored by Glazing Vision, examines what constitutes fragility and non-fragility, how glass is tested for fragility, and more
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CPD 15 2019: Fire testing, certification and inspection for cladding fire safety

This CPD, sponsored by Thomas Bell-Wright International Consultants, explains the correct tools to use passive fire protection methods to ensure fire-safe facade systems
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CPD 14 2019: Fenestration on buildings

This CPD, sponsored by Eurocell, will discuss areas that are important to consider in fenestration specification
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CPD 13 2019: Requirements for door hardware on fire doors

This CPD, sponsored by dormakaba, looks at the requirements of hardware for fire doors alongside CE markings and regulations
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CPD 12 2019: Facade design – safety, aesthetics and practicalities

This CPD, sponsored by Siderise, outlines developments in cladding used in high-rise residential tower blocks and examines the testing involved prior to installation
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CPD 11 2019: Lighting, wellbeing and productivity

Sponsored by Helvar

This CPD, sponsored by Helvar, will look at the issues around the effectiveness of good lighting systems
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CPD 10 2019: Using timber decking to sustainably maximise space

Sponsored by Marley

This CPD, sponsored by Marley, will look at the benefits of using different types of decking and why timber decking is a sustainable product. It will also explore possible hazards and solutions to consider at planning stage, alongside profile choices
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CPD 9 2019: Structural thermal breaks

This CPD, sponsored by Farrat, will examine applications and options for structural thermal breaks
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CPD 8 2019: Understanding the hidden costs of ‘cheap’ insulation

This CPD, sponsored by Kingspan Insulation, looks at different types of insulation products for masonry cavity walls and how energy- and cost-efficient they are