Course description
Airtightness is the measure of how much air leakage there is from a building. This is determined by carrying out an airtightness test, and the figure obtained from the testing is the air permeability value.
Air leakage can be measured by pressurizing or depressurizing the building to see how much air flows in or out of the building at a given pressure. Air tightness tests are useful to architects, building services designers, energy assessors, builders, services installers, fire sealers, air tightness testers, building controllers, building owners/ occupiers, etc. Airtightness testing is the best way to assess the performance of the building fabric in stopping the uncontrolled passage of air. It is also a very effective method of locating air leakage paths in a completed building.
Since the 2006 changes to England & Wales Building Regulations and 2007 changes to the Northern Ireland Building Regulations, airtightness testing has been mandatory for new buildings. In Scotland it became mandatory in 2011 starting with flats and maisonettes and later expanding to all new dwellings. In the case of new dwellings, a sample of dwellings on every development must be tested. Testers must either be registered through a scheme such as the ATTMA scheme, or demonstrate to building control that they are competent to test and are using UKAS-calibrated equipment.
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Target Audience and Admission Requirements
Anyone who either intends to undertake airtightness testing on more complex buildings, or who is already doing so.
To get the most from this course delegates should:
- Have passed a Level 1 Airtightness Testing course
- Be computer literate.
- Download National Occupational Standards ASTATT1 to ASTATT10. These can be downloaded from ATTMA It is not necessary to print these.
Outcome / Qualification etc.
The course is built around the National Occupational Standards ASTATT1 to ASTATT10. These can be downloaded from ATTMA. These specify the standards that airtightness testers are expected to achieve in their work and hence the knowledge and skills taught on the BSRIA course.
The course will provide sufficient theory and practice to enable delegates to test buildings, pass the examinations and begin the registration process for Level 2.
Expenses
Classroom
- £1,200.00
In-Company
- Once a booking for in-company training is received, BSRIA will be in touch to clarify your objectives and confirm delivery location, dates, and fees. Be advised, additional fees may be applied for travel and subsistence.
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