Training and qualifications
Training courses
Training course
Interpreting construction drawings for house building
Developed for non-technical staff, who would not use drawings on a day to day basis, this course provides a basic understanding of how to read and interpret construction drawings.
Training course
Brickwork and blockwork trade talks
Looking in depth at Standards chapter 6.1, 6.2 and 6.8, this practical talk will highlight how to deliver quality brickwork first time, every time.
Training course
APS Principal Designer
This hands-on course is specifically aimed at designers wanting to take on the principal designer role. Upon completion and successful passing of the required APS membership criteria, candidates may apply for membership of the Association.
Training course
Carpentry and joinery trade talks
With a focus on NHBC Standards chapters 6.4 and 7.2, delegates will finish this course with a greater appreciation of the quality NHBC Inspectors expect to see on site.
Training course
Dry-lining and plastering trade talks
Concentrating on the requirements of Standards chapters 9.1 and 9.2, our Inspectors will talk through the most common issues found on site and what you can do to prevent them occurring.
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Foundations, ground floors and drainage trade talks
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.
Training course
CDM awareness 2015
Learn about the requirements of the CDM Regulations 2015 in this one-day course. You’ll learn about your duties under CDM, how to apply them to your own company and remain compliant with legislation.
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Pitched roof coverings trade talks
Covering the requirements in Standards chapter 7.2, this talk will address the most common concerns found during this inspection stage.
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Timber frame trade talks
This course is designed to help trades understand the most common timber frame issues NHBC finds on site. It will mainly focus on NHBC Standards chapter 6.2.