Event Summary
This course will be held at our HQ in Northampton.
The CABE Certificate in Building Control has been the foundation of many professional careers and is essential learning for those working in Building Control and those designing to meet the Building Regulations. Where possible the course includes
real-life examples, theoretical calculations and considerations for design and plan assessment as well as features to consider during site inspection. The course takes into account any recent changes and provides 3 days of intensive learning to
minimise time away from the work environment.
To learn more about the course content, please click here to download the Certificate in Building Control handbook.
Week Two
Part B (two days)
This day will focus on Part B of the Building Regulations, looking at how buildings can be made safer in case of fire. You'll learn why it's so important to protect structures from fires and how these rules apply to different types of buildings.
We'll also cover how to check drawings and installations to make sure they meet Part B and other important standards.
Parts F, L, O & S
In this day we will focus on Parts, F, L, O & S of the Building Regulations in relation to the ventilation in buildings, energy conservation, and the potential for residential building overheating, as well as strategies to mitigate overheating
in such buildings, it is essential to also delve into the significance of the installation and location of electric vehicle (EV) charging points.
Assessment
To add value to the course, there will be a checking of learning exercise at the end of each day.
At the end of Week Two there will also be an end of course assessment on the final day where candidates will be tested on what they have learnt in Weeks One and Two.
The assessment day is designed to allow you the opportunity to demonstrate that you have met the learning outcomes, which can be found at the beginning of each day’s presentation.
There are 3 opportunities to do this, which are all based on the 6 days of learning you have completed.
The assessment is made up of three sections:
- Online multiple-choice test consisting of 40 questions to be answered within 45 minutes of commencing. You will see your mark when you have finished the test.
- Case study exercises with questions based on provided scenarios
- Plan check exercises where you will be asked questions about the plans you will be given.
For this final day, delegates will not need to attend the course in person as the assessments will be carried out either remotely or online.
Successful candidates will be awarded a certificate.
Who's it for?

Development Outcomes
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Improved understanding of legislation
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The ability to be able to interpret regulatory requirements and guidance
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An awareness of alternative solutions to compliance
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An appreciation of the practical solutions to common problems
Important note: Slides in pdf format will be sent out to delegates by email in advance.
Meet The Trainers

Kevin Dawson
Public Safety Advisor
Kevin has experience working as a Building Officer, progressing to become a fully qualified surveyor as well as having worked alongside local authorities as a Building Control Surveyor. He has been a Director of the Building Control Alliance,
and in 2018 set up a Public Safety Consultancy.
Jon Cumberlidge
Director Principal Building Consultant for C3 Design Approvals
Jon has over two decades of experience in the construction industry and is a director and co-founder of an Approved Inspector and a separate Fire Consultancy business. He is a Chartered Building Engineer, Chartered Builder, Member of the Institution
of Fire Engineers, the Institute of Fire Safety Mangers, and the Institution of Royal Engineers. He has a wealth of experience dealing with compliance, particularly fire safety, matters in complex major projects. Away from work Jon a family
man with two children. He has a passion for the outdoors and enjoys climbing and sailing. In his ‘spare’ time – whatever that is – he serves in a Specialist
Team of Army Reserve Royal Engineers and volunteers with British Divers Marine Life Rescue.
CPD
24 Hours
Price

How to Book
If you would like to book a place on this course, please click on the register button at the top of the page or use the contact details above.
Online booking will be open up to 2 days before the course. Please call us to book a place after this date.
Cancellation Terms and Conditions
If you cannot attend your booking you must notify us in writing, as soon as possible, by e-mailing training@cbuilde.com. Provided that written notice is received
no later than 14 days prior to the date of the course we will be able to offer you either a full refund, a transfer onto another date or you may nominate a substitute to attend the event in your absence.
All course places should be paid in full before the course date or your place may be cancelled.
For the full terms and conditions please visit our Event Booking Terms and Conditions page.
Level 4 Diploma in Building Control Site Inspection & Plan Assessment

CABE and our Academic Partner & Approved Assessment Centre, Total Training and Development Ltd, have developed a pathway that enables completers of the CABE Certificate in Building Control training course the opportunity to enroll onto the Ofqual regulated Level 4 Diploma in Building Control Site Inspection and Plan Assessment.
Completion of the CABE Certificate in Building Control course are able to use the learning hours and end point assessment from the training course as Accredited Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) towards their diploma portfolio.
For more information, please click here
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