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We offer a wide range of training courses, networks and events on Building Services and the Built Environment. If you can't physically come to one of our locations, you can still take advantage of our expertise by registering for one of our regular webinars, from wherever you are in the world.

Our Building Services and Built Environment training courses, delivered by BSRIA engineers and associates, have been developed over a number of years with many based on our published best practice guides. Our networks, events and webinars offer opportunities for learning and networking on the latest key issues impacting our industry.

Please contact the team for further information at: training@bsria.co.uk

Training Courses

- - Airtightness Testing Level 1
  - A 4-day training course that focuses on the theory and practice enabling delegates to pass the examinations and begin the ATTMA registration process.
- - Airtightness Testing Level 2
  - The 3-day training course provides theory and practical training which culminates in examinations and assessments, following which successful candidates will be eligible to apply to ATTMA for Level 2 registration.
- - BSRIA Foundation Training Programme
  - A City & Guilds assured platform for the development of practical skills needed to deliver high level professional building services.
- - Building Services Explained
  - A 1 day training course explaining the importance of various different building services and how to effectively manage them
- - Building Services Legislation
  - This training course presents the raft of legislation that affects the design, installation and operation of building services and explains how they apply to your project or building
- - Building Thermography Level II
  - BSRIA training course for Level I thermographers interested in more advanced infrared thermography of buildings. Run at IRed
- - Disability Access Legislation & Surveys
  - A practical training course to make delegates aware of the current legislation with all aspects of disability access for sites and buildings.
- - Fire Safety Management
  - A training course designed to prepare delegates on how to manage fire safety issues effectively.
- - Introduction to Building Services Acoustics
  - The training course will explain the common acoustic noise sources in building services, paths of noise transmission and how noise can be controlled
- - Introduction to Commissioning
  - The training course is based around BSRIA's guides Commissioning Air Systems and The Commissioning of Water Systems in Buildings which are commonly specified on construction projects
- - Introduction to Construction Projects
  - This training course aims to introduce attendees to how construction projects work, from design through to construction, following standard UK practices.
- - Introduction to Electrical Building Services
  - A training course explaining the basic principles of electrical building services, electricity and types of electrical systems that are typically found in buildings.
- - Introduction to Mechanical Building Services
  - A practical training course on building services for delegates looking to improve their knowledge on mechanical building services and their application in the built environment.
- - Introduction to the Building Regulations
  - Building Regulations are made under powers in the Building Act 1984. The training course deliver an overview on building regulations helping the delegate to understand the system
- - Introduction to Water Services
  - This training course has been created to give delegates an overview of the types of water services and systems encountered in a range of buildings including hospitals and industrial installations
- - Life Cycle Costing - Theory and Practice
  - A two-day training course covering the basics of life cycle costings and advanced application of the technique in realistic situations. There is an option to just attend day 1.
- - Maintaining Building Services
  - This training course will introduce best practice strategies, processes and techniques for the operation and maintenance of building services resulting in improved performance within the built environment.
- - Management of the Commissioning Process
  - This training course enables Built Environment professionals to produce better buildings through improved management of the commissioning process.
- - PCN Category 1 Thermography
  - Training course to achieve level 1 PCN qualification in thermography to ISO 18436-7
- - Soft Landings Level 1 Training
  - This training course focuses on how Soft Landings is used as a project delivery process that places greater emphasis on performance-in-use.
- - Understanding Part L and Part F of the Building Regulations
  - This training course covers Part L and F of the Building Regulations plus related topics such as energy performance certificates, air conditioning inspections and BREEAM energy points
- - WMSoc - Cleaning & Disinfection - W017
  - Water Management Society course, City & Guilds accredited 1 day training course that will give delegates an understanding of the need for cleaning and disinfection and to give practical experience in carrying out the work and managing it effectively.
- - WMSoc - Management And Control Of Closed Water Systems
  - Water Management Society course, City and Guilds accredited that will give delegates an understanding of closed systems and provide information on management and control of these systems.

E-learning

- - Airtightness Testing (E-learning)
  - This free training course focuses on Airtightness in The Building Regulations 2010 for use in England, and the supporting guidance document Approved Document L conservation of fuel and power
- - Introduction to Cooling (E-Learning)
  - An online training course explains the basic principles of cooling for building services
- - Introduction to Heating (E-Learning)
  - An online training learning course on heating based on BSRIA's Intoduction to Mechanical Building Services course
- - Introduction to Ventilation (E-Learning)
  - An online training course on ventilation systems
- - Life Cycle Assessment (E-Learning)
  - This free e-learning course from BSRIA will provide an intorduction to the key aspects of life cycle assessment (LCA)
- - Thermal Imaging (E-Learning)
  - This free on-line course concentrates on thermal imaging for building fabric insulation explaining how to obtain a thermal image and basic understanding of how to interpret the image

Webinars

- - Electrical codes, standards and regulations (Webinar)
  - This webinar introduces some of the legislation governing electricity use in buildings in England, such as Part P of the Building Regulations and the Electricity at Work Act.
- - European heating industry transition: 2020-2030
  - May 2021
  - Join us at our next free Worldwide Market Intelligence webinar, when we’ll explore insights gained from our new study: HVAC 2030: paths to decarbonisation of the residential heating market
- - Fire Safety Regulations (Webinar)
  - This webinar explains the main pieces of legislation affecting fire safety in buildings in England – Part B of the Building Regulations and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. Key guidance documents and sources of further information are discussed.
- - Introduction to Air Conditioning (Webinar)
  - This introductory webinar explains the functions of an air conditioning systems.
- - Introduction to Cabling and Circuit Protection (Webinar)
  - David Bleicher
  - This introductory webinar outlines the types of cables typically used in buildings, and discusses the function of circuit protection devices such as fuses, miniature circuit breakers and residual current devices (RCDs).
- - Introduction to Heat Pumps (Webinar)
  - As the UK heat pump market continues to grow, the coming years will see heat pumps becoming a more frequent choice for heating buildings. This introductory webinar explains what heat pumps are, how they work, what different types of heat pumps are available, and discusses some of the issues around the design of systems that include heat pumps.
- - Introduction to Hot & Cold Water and Drainage (Webinar)
  - This introductory webinar explains to delegates how water systems work in buildings.
- - Introduction to Power Distribution (Webinar)
  - David Bleicher
  - This introductory webinar explains the basics of power distribution in buildings, using a one-line diagram for a typical commercial building to explain the purpose of three-phase power, switchgear, busbars, distribution boards and other concepts and plant items.
- - Introduction to Soft Landings (Webinar)
  - This one hour course will help attendees understand the basis of the Soft Landings approach and how the building owners and other project teams can benefit from it. We also will briefly discuss the Government Soft Landings (GSL) and the differences between Soft Landings and GSL.
- - Introduction to Ventilation Systems (Webinar)
  - This introductory webinar explains the basics of ventilation in buildings, covering natural and mechanical ventilation, recirculation, heat recovery and demand-controlled ventilation.
- - Understanding Building Regulations (Webinar)
  - This webinar explains the framework of the Building Regulations in England, and introduces the key guidance, in the form of Approved Documents, for Parts A to R. Delegates will understand the basic principles and where to look for guidance.
- - Understanding Building Services Information Management (Webinar)
  - This webinar will guide you through the intricacies of the O&M manual, explain the building manual or logbook and explore the building user guide as well as looking at asset lists, drawings and maintenance records.
- - Understanding Building Services Maintenance (Webinar)
  - This course will help attendees better understand the maintenance requirements of building services. This webinar will discuss the different types of maintenance, types of condition monitoring and how to ensure you are getting the right mix of maintenance to ensure the building services are delivering as intended.
- - Understanding Business-Focused Maintenance (Webinar)
  - This webinar will be guiding you through the process we advocate in BG 53/2016 on taking a business-focused approach to building services maintenance.
- - Understanding Commissioning (Webinar)
  - This introductory webinar explains the basics of commissioning building services.
- - Voltage Current, Resistance and Earthing (Webinar)
  - This introductory webinar explains some of the basic measurements of electricity as they relate to electrical building services.
- - Water Regulations (Webinar)
  - This webinar explains the main pieces of legislation affecting domestic hot and cold water systems in England – the Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999 and Part G of the Building Regulations. Key guidance documents and sources of further information are discussed.

Events

- - Deliver Better Buildings With BSRIA
  - Would your organisation benefit from access to independent technical support? Does your business work in the built environment supply chain and need to be sighted on BSRIA guidance? If so, join us at our next free webinar exploring the resources BSRIA provides to industry, and how your organisation can use these to gain an advantage.
- - Improving Cyber Security In The Built Environment.
  - BSRIA has partnered with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) to host a free webinar on the critical issue of cyber security in the built environment. Whether you’re in building design, installation, construction, facilities management, or the manufacture of building services products and components, this webinar will provide valuable information about the cyber security threats facing your organisation and how you can protect against them.
- - Member Webinar: How to Access BSRIA Member Services
  - Join us for this concise, interactive and highly informative session that will explain everything you need to know about how you can get the most from your organisation's BSRIA Membership.
- - Soft Landings Conference 2021: Smoothing the path to Net Zero
  - Whether you’re in building design, construction, or operation, the 6th annual Soft Landings Conference will provide valuable insight into how built environment stakeholders can deliver sustainable buildings on the pathway to achieving Net Zero. Featuring expert speakers from across the industry, the event is packed with informative sessions and specialist panel discussions. Book your seat now and stay ahead of the curve in one of the most important challenges facing the built environment.