Course description
Developed by BRE’s radon experts, this course explains what is required to provide radon protection in new buildings located in at-risk areas.
You’ll gain an understanding of radon risk mapping, the differences between basic and full radon protection, and the protective measures available.
The course is designed to help you better understand the BRE Report BR211(2023), a key document referenced in Approved Document C (supporting Building Regulations Part C), which gives guidance on how to design and install radon protection, as well as how to comply with the requirements of building regulations.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
This course is suitable for construction professionals across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. It may be of particular interest to architectural technicians, designers, building control officers, developers, contractors, surveyors, and construction managers.
Outcome / Qualification etc.
After completing this course, learners will be able to:
- Understand how to use the radon risk maps
- Understand the requirements for (including radon sump systems)
- Understand the importance of a robust and well-sealed radon membrane
- Appreciate the importance of checking and inspecting the radon membrane
- Appreciate the role of building control when planning radon protection for a new building.
1 CPD hour and certificate of completion from BRE Academy.
Training Course Content
- What radon is, its associated health risks, and why we need protection
- How radon enters a building
- Action levels (domestic and non-domestic)
- Building regulations
- Radon risk maps
- Basic radon protection
- Full radon protection
- Extensions
- Radon testing
Course delivery details
This is a self-paced online course.
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