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Trade Supplier Level 2
By Rachel Hood
Ensuring an efficient flow of goods and services between manufacturers and their skilled trade customer base.
RE100: Introduction to Renewable Energy
By Solar Energy International (SEI)
TOPICS INCLUDE Why renewable energy? Conservation and efficiency Basics of electricity Solar thermal Solar electricity Wind power Micro-hydro Other renewable energy technologies Appropriate technology for the developing world The economics of renewable energy
Building services and maintenance - introduction (In-House)
By The In House Training Company
To provide a fundamental understanding of building services in the context of: The working environment The success of the core business The health and safety of the occupants Operating cost and environmental impact The optimisation of cost and value Strategies for continuous improvement DAY ONE 1 Building services fundamentals The function of services in commercial buildings and their importance to the core businessElectrical servicesLightingHeatingVentilation and air conditioningLiftsWater Understanding IT and communication systems Practical exercises 2 The provision of comfort and safety Statutory requirementsHealth and safety legislationControl of contractorsRisk assessmentFire precautionsLegionella, sick building and other risks Business requirementsUnderstanding user requirementsMatching systems to business needs Practical exercises 3 Getting the design right What the FM needs to know about design and its procurementSuccessful space planningRelationship between services, space planning and designGetting the brief rightSupplier selection and management Practical exercises DAY TWO 4 Operation and maintenance Why maintain?Maintenance contractsInput and output specificationsResource optionsContracts - principal elementsTendering - key stepsSelection criteriaOperational criteriaMaintenance trends Performance-based service provisionInput and output specificationsKPIs and thresholdsRisk containmentValue-add opportunitiesPerformance contract strategy Practical exercises 5 Contingency planning Being ready for the unexpected Identifying and reducing riskInternal risksExternal risksIdentifying threats at your site Managing riskProtective systemsOccupier obligationsFire managementTesting Practical exercises 6 Commissioning services systems Physical commissioning Common problems Typical costs Commissioning stages Continuous commissioning Energy efficiency and the scope for environmental improvement Practical exercises 7 Satisfying the occupants Obtaining and responding to feedbackWhen to get feedbackWhyHowWhat to do with it Practical exercises 8 'Air time' Sharing experience and addressing specific issues of interest to participants Course review Close
City & Guilds 2346 Level 3 Experienced Worker NVQ
By Technique Learning Solutions
Who is this Level 3 NVQ aimed at? The experienced worker qualification is for practising electricians with at least 5 years experience but have never formally completed an industry apprenticeship or equivalent Level 3 NVQ Qualification. This is suitable for self-employed and employed electricians. This is the Level 3 pathway for practising electricians to obtain your ECS Gold Card and JIB Grading. To complete the full qualification you will also need to: Have a current Wiring Regulations Qualification BS7671 Have an initial verification qualification such as a C&G 2391-50 Have a Level 2 Electrotechnical Qualification What’s involved in the qualification? After an initial Skills Scan, we will discuss the gaps that need to be filled and you will be assessed using a range of methods to complete the evidence gathering process. There will also be Professional Discussions to discuss areas of expertise and you can choose either an installation or maintenance route based on the work you carry out. There are seven Performance Units to be assessed for the qualification, these are: Apply Practices and Procedures for Maintenance Apply Health, Safety and Environmental Considerations Organise and Oversee the Electrical Work Environment Apply Design and Installation Practices and Procedures Terminate and Connect Conductors Inspect, Test and Commission Electrical Systems Apply Fault Diagnosis and Rectification On completion of the Experienced Worker assessment you will be able to use the qualification to apply for a JIB Gold Card. This qualification is for experienced electricians who can demonstrate over 5 years experience. It is not suitable for new entrants or those currently on an apprenticeship.
SGI Webinar - THOUGHT LEADERSHIP WEBINAR
By Centre for Competitiveness
Learn how to drive innovation in your organisation and foster a creative, adaptive and sustainable work environment.
