Product category:
Building Industry Research and Materials Testing
News Release from: TRADA Technology
Edited by the Buildingtalk Editorial
Team on 15 February 2008
TRADA seminars on 'threats and
opportunities'
Half-day seminars are aimed at senior directors and managers, to help them identify the threats and opportunities inherent in changes to building regulations and codes.
Following the success last year of its regulations briefings around the UK, TRADA, the Timber Research and Development Association, will stage four follow-on events in London, Bristol, Halifax and High Wycombe The half-day seminars are aimed at senior directors and managers, to help them identify the threats and opportunities inherent in changes to building regulations and codes
This article was originally published on Buildingtalk on 5 Sep 2005 at 8.00am (UK)
Related stories
TRADA on wood-based panels for structural use
TRADA Technology new Wood Information Sheet, Specifying wood-based panels for structural use, to assist sellers, buyers and specifiers to understand new requirements.
TRADA and FIRA support Working with Wood
TRADA and its sister organisation FIRA, the Furniture Industry Research Association, will manage a full programme of seminars throughout the Working with Wood exhibition at the NEC
TRADA's Regulations Consultant Rupert Scott said, 'When you are running a business you may be aware that regulations and codes are changing, and quickly, but it can be hard to find the time to analyse what impact this might have on your company.
The seminars will help you get to the heart of the issues you should address.' The programme is broken down into three key areas, delivered over two sessions.
Session 1 will give an overview of the new and upcoming changes to building regulations and codes affecting the timber industry, touching on:.
- Code for Sustainable Homes.
- Structure.
- Fire.
- Acoustics.
- Energy Conservations.
- Flood resistance / resilience.
- Accessibility.
- Security.
- Water and drainage.
Session 2 will cover The Green Guide and environmental profiles, followed by waste regulations.
Both sessions will be repeated, giving delegates flexibility in how they structure their day.
Lunch is provided at 12.30.
Option 1 Arrive 9.45 depart 13.30.
Option 2 Arrive 11.10 depart 14.30.
Option 3 Arrive 12.30 depart 15.50.
The seminars will take place as follows:.
- Bristol 23rd April.
- London 8th May.
- High Wycombe 3rd June.
- Halifax 12th June.
TRADA Members may attend free of charge (up to three places).
The fee is GBP140 plus VAT for non-members.
TRADA will consider staging further seminars at its High Wycombe headquarters for those who cannot make any of the dates and venues but are interested in the programme.
For further information or to book telephone Louise Govier on 01494 569622 or email lgovier@trada.co.uk.
• TRADA Technology: contact details and other news
• Email this article to a colleague
• Register for the free Buildingtalk email newsletter
• Buildingtalk Home Page
Search the Pro-Talk network of sites
