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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

Empower SEN Teaching Assistants with vital Autism Awareness training. Gain insights into understanding, supporting, and effectively engaging with autistic students in educational settings. Enrol now to enhance your skills and foster inclusive learning environments that cater to the needs of all learners.

Gain insights into effective School Administration and Management strategies. Explore key principles, tools, and techniques for optimizing school operations, fostering a positive learning environment, and promoting student success. Enroll now to enhance your leadership skills and contribute to the efficient management of educational institutions.

Equip educators with essential Autism Awareness Training for Teachers to foster an inclusive classroom environment. Enhance understanding, support, and communication strategies for effectively engaging with autistic students. Enroll now to promote a more inclusive and supportive educational experience for all learners.

This comprehensive Proofreading and Copyediting Training equips you with the skills to identify and correct errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and style. Learn best practices for ensuring clarity, consistency, and conciseness in written communication. Elevate your writing career, improve your editing skills, or become a freelance editor with this valuable training program. Enroll today and take your editing skills to the next level!

Elevate your coaching skills with our Sports Coaching for PE Teachers course. Gain expertise in teaching various sports, developing training programs, and fostering athletic excellence. Empower yourself to inspire students and enhance physical education curriculums. Enrol now to take your PE teaching to the next level.

Excel in school leadership with our School Management and Professionalism Bundle Course. Gain essential skills and knowledge to effectively manage educational institutions and inspire academic excellence. From strategic planning to fostering a positive school culture, this comprehensive course equips educators with the tools to lead with professionalism and integrity. Whether you're an aspiring school administrator or a seasoned educator, enroll now to elevate your leadership skills and drive positive change in education.

Advance your career with our Advanced Diploma in Event Management. Learn essential skills for planning, managing, and marketing events. Enroll now for CPD certification.

Be prepared to save lives with our Emergency First Aid Course. Learn essential skills to respond effectively to medical emergencies, including CPR, wound care, and managing choking incidents. Whether you're a healthcare professional, workplace safety officer, or concerned citizen, this course equips you with the knowledge and confidence to handle critical situations with competence and composure. Enroll now and become a certified first aider, ready to provide immediate assistance when it matters most.

Multi-Generational Differences in the Workplace This presentation addresses the impact of age gaps on the workforce (millennials and employees of other generations). The implications for project managers as the Gen I. (Gen. Z) enters the workforce a techno-savvy, highly-mobile, and entrepreneurial generation. This and other IIL Learning in Minutes presentations qualify for PDUs. Some titles, such as Agile-related topics may qualify for other continuing education credits such as SEUs, or CEUs. Each professional development activity yields one PDU for one hour spent engaged in the activity. Some limitations apply and can be found in the Ways to Earn PDUs section that discusses PDU activities and associated policies. Fractions of PDUs may also be reported. The smallest increment of a PDU that can be reported is 0.25. This means that if you spent 15 minutes participating in a qualifying PDU activity, you may report 0.25 PDU. If you spend 30 minutes in a qualifying PDU activity, you may report 0.50 PDU.