Understanding Part L and Part F
Who should attend | Aims | Content and timings | Outcomes | Documentation
In 2006, major changes to the Building Regulations and supporting Approved Documents came into force. The aim of these changes is to reduce carbon emissions from buildings and implement the EU's Energy Performance of Buildings Directive.
The Part L "Conservation of Fuel and Power" Approved Document demands stricter energy targets for all buildings, and make airtightness testing mandatory. The Part F "Means of Ventilation" Approved Document ensures that the mantra "Build tight, ventilate right" is followed.
Dates and prices
| Date | Venue | Type | Price (ex VAT) | CPD hrs | Duration | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Nov 09 | BSRIA Ltd | Training |
Members First delegate: £220.00 Subsequent delegate: £185.00 Non-members First delegate: £290.00 Subsequent delegate: £230.00 |
6 | 1 Day |
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Who should attend?
This course is designed for professionals in the building industry: Building owners, designers, architects, building control officers and equipment manufacturers. No previous knowledge of the Building Regulations is required.
AimsTo provide an overview of Part L and F, and how the changes impact the way construction professionals approach the design, approval and construction of building work, both new build and refurbishment..
Content and timingsDelegates will learn about::
- the regulatory framework
- background behind the changes
- the structure of the Part L Approved Documents
- the path to compliance
- new or changed guidance provisions
- the changing role of airtightness
- accompanying Part F Approved Document
- Proposed amendments for 2010
Agenda
9.00 Registration and coffee
9.30 Building Regulations
- History
- Overall structure
- Legal status
- Reasons behind the changes
10.00 Approved Document L1A
11.00 Coffee
11.15 Approved Document L1B
11.45 Airtightness
- Energy savings resulting from airtightness
- Designing for airtightness
- Remedies for air leakage
12.30 Lunch
13.30 Approved Document L2A
14.30 Coffee
14.45 Approved Document L2B
15.30 Approved Document F
16.30 Close
Delegates will leave the session with a greater understanding of how the Building Regulations work, in particular those regarding energy efficiency and ventilation. This should lead to a smoother transition as the changes come into effect.
DocumentationDelegates are provided with a training pack, containing a copy of the overheads.
