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London

ROYAL NATIONAL HOTEL
Bedford Way, Russell Square, WC1H 0DG
15 September 2010

(Attendance at all the listed CPD seminars is FREE OF CHARGE, and delegates are welcome to attend ANY or ALL sessions.)

As you can see, the issues are all highly topical and very relevant to most sectors of the industry. You might like to book for a complete ‘session’ i.e. all the seminars in the Room/s for either the whole afternoon or the whole morning. This will enable you to maximise your attendance at the event and, of course, your CPD time. It also means that if more than one person from your organisation is coming, different ‘sessions’ can be attended by each or all of you, with the knowledge gained being shared at a later date – it’s all part of CPD.
Please tick in the appropriate box, complete your name and address details and then click on the "email" button at the bottom of the form. We will send a you confirmation of your booking and a map. Alternatively, please download this PDF, complete it and return it to us by post at The Construction CPD Certification Service, The Coach House, Ealing Green London W5 5ER.

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SEMINAR SESSIONS - WEDNESDAY 15 SEPTEMBER

Please tick in the box next to the seminars that you wish to attend.
 
Time
SEMINAR ROOM A
Seminar title & presenting company
09.00 - 9.55
Registration from 8.30
A new approach to subsidence & slab lifting: ground improvement rather than piling or underpinning: URETEK POLYMER SYSTEMS

concrete slabs and deep injection soil stabilisation for domestic and industrial applications, providing a cost-effective alternative to piling or underpinning

10.05 - 11.00
Registration from 9.35
Microgeneration – the low carbon route to combined heat and power: BAXI

Seminar discusses how the cogeneration of heat and power offers the potential for significantly reducing C02 emissions from both current and new buildings. Also covers the current developments in microCHP and how it can help meet the low carbon buildings programme

11.10 - 12.05
Registration from 10.40
Burning issues – the hazard of painted walls and ceilings: CROWN PAINTS

The problem of fire spread across painted walls and ceilings is becoming better understood and more widely acknowledged. Seminar discusses the problem, and the solution offered by flame retardant coatings in restricting flame spread in buildings. This is discussed in the context of changes to legislation as a consequence of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, that applies to all non-domestic buildings and the requirement within it to carry out fire risk assessments

12.15 - 13.30
Registration from 11.45
Fire evacuation communication for disabled people: the law and the solutions: DEAF ALERTER

Covers such issues as communicating with Deaf and hard of hearing people and the barriers faced by physically disabled people when placed in a refuge area. Also identifies the problems, legal responsibilities and technical solutions available to ensure an equally safe environment for everybody

13.40 - 14.35
Registration from 13.10
Demystifying the design and use of voice alarm/PA systems: NOTIFIER by HONEYWELL

Taking the mystery out of the ‘black art’ of voice alarm. At best, conventional methods of alerting people to a fire incident tells them something has happened, but not what to do. A voice alarm system can alert occupants to the danger and give clear instructions on how to they should react

14.45 - 15.40
Registration from 14.15
THE GREEN DEAL – RHI, FiT and the changing landscape of renewables legislation: GLOW-WORM

This seminar will give an insight to the changing landscape of renewable legislation. Focusing in particular on grant funding programmes for electricity and heating production from renewable sources, such as Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) and Feed In Tariff (FiT), the seminar suggests practical solutions to comply with current and future requirements

15.50 - 16.45
Registration from 15.20
Selecting the correct method to meet compliance in respect of fire retardant treatment of timber – complying with both British Standards and European Classifications: ARCH TIMBER PROTECTION

Seminar explains the new Harmonised European Fire Tests now required by the building regulations and the CE marking of plywood used in the construction industry

 
 
Time
SEMINAR ROOM B
Seminar title & presenting company
09.00 - 9.55
Registration from 8.30
Specifying the correct entrance matting: EMCO UK

Seminar is designed to make the selection and specification of entrance matting a more informed process. Discusses the types of matting available, legislative requirements, where & how such matting should be installed. Covers sustainability and environmental issues

10.05 - 11.00
Registration from 9.35
Hold-open systems’ for self-closing fire doors - a guide to the best practice recommendations of BS 7273 part 4: GEOFIRE (Part of the Stephenson Gobin Group)

There is often a need to hold open self-closing fire doors. Seminar describes the systems available, relevant legislation, standards and best practice for specifiers, risk assessors and installers

11.10 - 12.05
Registration from 10.40
Polyurethane waterproofing & deck coating systems: DOW HYPERLAST

Seminar covers the basic chemistry, installation facets and benefits of elastomeric
polyurethane systems and their use in protection of structures including parking decks and
roofs. Relevant regulations and standards are covered and best practice guidance is given
for specifications, installations and maintenance. Includes case studies

12.15 - 13.30
Registration from 11.45
GRP roofing systems: what they can achieve: HAMBLESIDE DANELAW

Seminar provides an overview of what can be achieved with GRP roofing systems and how they differ from alternative systems; including material safety; installation; new build and re-roofing; features and benefits of different roofing materials; requirements for heritage projects; case studies and considerations for the environment including water run off

13.40 - 14.35
Registration from 13.10
Using EC technology to reduce carbon: EBM-PAPST UK

Seminar gives an overview of legislative drivers towards carbon reduction, the principles of EC technology and the potential contribution such technology can make in saving energy and carbon from motor, fan and control systems. Includes case studies

14.45 - 15.40
Registration from 14.15
Factory engineered precast concrete cross wall construction for accommodation projects: BELL & WEBSTER CONCRETE

“Fast Build Rooms”. A method of constructing accommodation units, using factory engineered precast concrete cross wall construction designed and manufactured to suit individual projects. This seminar has been designed to give a greater awareness and understanding of what can be achieved through off-site manufacturing. Case studies highlight the particular demands of each project

15.50 - 16.45
Registration from 15.20
Sustainable refurbishment solutions for nondomestic Buildings: CORUS COLORS

Seminar, which covers all aspects of the refurbishment of non-domestic buildings - mainly industrial and commercial properties, discusses why refurbishment is normally undertaken, the different types of refurbishment solutions available, and why it can be a sustainable and preferred option to new building in some circumstances

   
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