Foundations, ground floors and drainage trade talks

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Trade talk overview

Standards chapters 4 and 5 will be the focus of this key talk to ensure your trades are fully aware of our Inspectors expectations out on site.

Who should attend

This trade talk is for all Groundworkers, Groundworks foremen and Site management.

 

Why learn with us

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Designed for
house building

Our courses are designed specifically for the house-building industry. We use the information we glean from site inspections and our claims data to design courses to help the industry with construction quality.

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Delivered by
experts

Our trainers are all experts in their field, most with a background in house building as well as being excellent presenters. They share their real experience and practical knowledge with delegates.

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Flexible and
accessible

Our courses are available to individual delegates or to groups from the same company. They’re available for delivery face-to-face or online, whichever suits your needs the best. Talk to us about how we can help.

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Suitable for
all levels

Whether you’re new to the industry or an experienced professional, we have courses that will help you build your knowledge and expertise. All our courses offer practical, useful learning regardless of your role.

What you will learn

The Foundations, ground floors and drainage trade talk will cover a variety of areas including:

  • Trench and strip foundations
  • Steps in foundations
  • Raft, pile and beam
  • Reinforcement in foundations
  • Building near trees
  • Drainage
  • Ground bearing and suspended floors

Trade talk course details

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On site
60 minutes
From £605 +VAT

Foundations, ground floors and drainage trade talks

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Prices per 60 minute session

COURSE TYPE PRICE MAX ATTENDEES
On site £605 12*

Prices are exclusive of VAT

*Sessions can be delivered on or near your site provided that a suitable room is available to seat the attendees, such as a large site office or canteen. 

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