CITB NI

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The Construction Industry Training Board Northern Ireland (CITB NI) are delivering an introduction to understanding damp and moisture in older buildings.

This 1-hour live online CPD session will introduce a practical approach to understanding dampness and moisture in buildings, its causes and its appropriate treatment in older properties, based on the 2022 guidance Investigation on Moisture and its Effects on Traditional Buildings.

Who should attend?

This webinar is primarily aimed at construction, architecture and heritage professionals, but could also be of benefit to building owners and those responsible for maintenance, who would like to know more about damp and appropriate treatments in older buildings.

Topics Covered

• The differences between traditionally constructed buildings and newer buildings including the way they perform and should be treated.
• Why its important to understand the age of a building.
• Comparing and contrasting modern and traditional buildings
• Methods of inspection – issues to look out for
• Equipment and tools
• Moisture sources and how to ascertain
• Moisture movement mechanisms
• Understanding the implications of alterations and retrofit and how to ascertain
• Implications of use and the environment

Programme:

1pm Damp, Mould & Condensation in Older Buildings

1.45pm Q&A

Book

To find out more about the event and to book, click here.