All CPD articles
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CPDCPD 03 2025: Segmental retaining walls for housing developments
Retaining walls play a critical role in modern construction, helping to manage elevation changes, prevent soil erosion and create stable land formations by transforming steep terrains into usable spaces. The concept of reinforced soil structures has existed for centuries, with ancient civilisations using stone and timber to stabilise slopes and ...
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CPDCPD 02 2025: Hard landscaping specification for housing developments
As urban development accelerates and rainfall intensifies, traditional drainage systems are under unprecedented strain. The result? Rising flood risks, environmental degradation and a need to rethink how we manage surface water. Hard landscaping plays an important role in mitigating these challenges, offering innovative solutions that combine functionality with sustainability. One ...
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CPDCPD 01 2025: Understanding the regulatory requirements for modern ventilation systems
Learn how to meet ventilation compliance standards while ensuring air quality and energy efficiency in modern homes. Sponsored by Xpelair by Dimplex, this module outlines the key ventilation requirements and explores the role of MVHR in meeting modern standards. Deadline for completion Friday 21 February 2025.
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CPDCPD 20 2024: Steel structures for fire performance
Sponsored by the British Constructional Steelwork Association (BCSA), this module covers critical insights into fire-resilient design strategies, material selection, and industry standards to enhance safety and compliance in steel construction. Deadline for completion Friday 24 January 2024.
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CPDCPD 19 2024: Specifying glass in rooflights
Sponsored by Glazing Vision, this module will explore the relevant industry guidance and technical considerations when specifying glass in rooflights, guiding professionals through the design, manufacturing and construction process.
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CPDCPD 18 2024: Carbon negative brick solutions
Sponsored by Vandersanden, this module will explore the specification of carbon negative bricks, a recent innovation developed to offer a more sustainable alternative to clay brick in terms of carbon sequestration.
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CPDCPD 17 2024: Flat roofs and fire testing standards
Sponsored by Soprema, this CPD module delves into the rise of flat roofs, their evolving nature, and the crucial fire testing standards that must be met in order to achieve compliance with current building regulations
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CPDCPD 16 2024: Embedding excellence in carbon management
Sponsored by BSI, this module will explore PAS 2080 and how the standard’s requirements enable professionals to embed carbon management excellence throughout the built environment supply chain
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CPDCPD 15 2024: Digital workflow technology
Sponsored by Topcon Positioning GB, this module will explore the benefits of digital workflow technology, alongside the issues that may arise during integration and how they can be overcome
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CPDCPD 14 2024: Engaging BIM to build a more connected built environment
Sponsored by BSI, this module will guide professionals looking to improve their BIM knowledge, as well as assist seasoned users wanting to enhance digital security or understand the higher-level benefits of BIM adoption
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CPDCPD 13 2024: When a warranty comes into play
There is often confusion surrounding the relationship between warranties, building control and other insurances, making it difficult to know what is needed and when. Sponsored by LABC Warranty, this module will explore when a warranty comes into play, alongside the implications of housing defects left unchecked
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CPDCPD 12 2024: Future-proofing balcony and terrace flooring
Sponsored by Ryno, this module takes a deep dive into balcony and terrace flooring, looking at the regulations and standards which govern design, alongside the common challenges and best practices
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CPDCPD 11 2024: Thermal regulation and the performance gap
Sponsored by Rockwool, this CPD module examines the regulations and considerations relating to a building’s thermal performance and the role that stone wool insulation can play in ensuring that the as-built performance of buildings is as intended
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CPDCPD 10 2024: Understanding overheating in homes
This module – sponsored by indoor climate specialists Zehnder Group UK – will explore the factors that contribute to overheating in residential projects alongside the relevant regulations and ventilation solutions that can help combat rising temperatures
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CPDCPD 09 2024: The role of rooflights within the Future Homes Standard and beyond
Sponsored by Glazing Vision, this module will discuss rooflights as a key component of the building envelope, and the vital role they play in balancing energy efficiency requirements with providing thermal comfort, natural light and a connection to nature for building occupants
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CPDCPD 08 2024: Polycarbonate facades for sustainability
Sponsored by Brett Martin, this module will discuss the role of daylight in building design, alongside the specification considerations for polycarbonate facades and their applications in the built environment
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CPDCPD 07 2024: Reducing waste in development fit-outs through fan coil solution design
Sponsored by Ability by Dimplex, this module will outline the considerations to be made when specifying fan-coil unit technology in development fit-outs, exploring what the technology encompasses, the various systems available and how careful consideration can reduce waste
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CPDCPD 06 2024: Ensuring safety for working at height
Sponsored by MSA Safety, this CPD will explore the elements to consider when specifying a fall protection system and how best to integrate it within the building design in order to achieve compliance with the relevant standards and regulations
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CPDCPD 05 2024: An introduction to hostile vehicle mitigation
Although terrorist attacks are rare, public spaces are being increasingly viewed as attractive targets for terrorist organisations. This module – sponsored by Marshalls – will explore designing for security and the installation considerations for mitigating hostile vehicle attacks
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CPDCPD 04 2024: Using ozone for decontamination
This JLA-sponsored module explores the benefits of using ozone for decontamination, alongside the adverse health effects associated with the gas and considerations needed to mitigate them