Practical demonstration and explanation of the principles, process and practicalities of air tightness testing of buildings to meet revised Part L requirements. To download the event brochure, please click here.
Dates 18 September 2008 13 November 2008
In-house / On-site training and/or demonstrations can also be provided, please call our Training Department on +44 (0) 1494 569620 or email
to find out more
Overview Part L requires dwellings, as well as large commercial buildings, to demonstrate appropriate levels of airtightness through physical testing.
Chiltern Dynamics has organised this ‘hands-on’ half-day training course to explain:
The importance of air tightness
Revisions to Part L regarding air leakage
Testing requirements for buildings
The testing procedure and process
Good practice
Common failure points
Audience
Building contractors
House builders
Quantity surveyors
Building control
Approved inspectors
Programme
9:30 – 10:00Arrival and coffee
10:00 – 11:00 Air tightness
Why is air tightness important? The impact of air tightness on CO2 emissions and climate change
Which buildings will need a test and how many tests will be required? The requirements for dwellings and non-dwellings, new build and extensions under the revised Part L.
How do you prove compliance and to whom?
Good reasons for achieving air tightness. Demonstrating quality workmanship, reducing client heating bills, possible trade-offs and management of sub-contractors.
11:00 – 11:20 Air Tightness Testing
The theory
Measurement – test method (ATTMA TS1)
Calculation – envelope area, leakage rates, etc
11:20 – 11:40 Coffee break
11:40 – 12:30 Demonstration of Air Tightness Testing
Actual air tightness test carried out on a 3-bedroom detached house
Identification of common problems
Practical demonstration of the impact of various factors on airtightness
12:30 – 12:50 Case studies
Examples of good practice and common mistakes
What to look out for on site
12:50 – 1:10 Commissioning testing
When should you be thinking about air tightness testing?
What preparation needs to take place to avoid potentially costly delays?
When should the test take place?
What else to consider? (eg access, weather, etc)
What happens if the building fails?
1:10 – 2:00 Lunch and Depart
Costs £145 + VAT (Non-member) £125 + VAT (TRADA member) Group discounts may also be available please call + 44 (0)1494 569620 for information.
Booking Please complete the booking form and return to Chiltern Dynamics by fax or post.
If you have any questions, please telephone 01494 569642 or email
Practical demonstration and explanation of the principles, process and practicalities of air tightness testing of buildings to meet revised Part L requirements. To download the event brochure, please