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Acoustic barriers to environmental noise pollution (seminar)
Environmental noise continues to shape planning outcomes, landscape design, and the quality of life experienced by surrounding communities. This RIBA Certified CPD seminar provides a practical introduction to environmental noise, explaining how it is generated, how it propagates through space, and the regulatory framework used to manage its impacts within the built environment.
The session examines the role acoustic barriers play in noise mitigation and landscape planning. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of the factors that influence barrier performance, the different types of acoustic barrier systems available, and the relative strengths and constraints of each solution. By the end of the seminar, participants will be better equipped to specify durable, effective acoustic barriers that deliver measurable noise reduction while responding appropriately to site context.
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A guide to appropriate and effective perimeter security (seminar)
Physical security solutions are deployed across many different environments, each presenting distinct risks, constraints, and operational needs. This RIBA Certified CPD seminar introduces the fundamental principles of perimeter security and provides a clear, practical overview of the fencing, gate, and security systems used to safeguard a wide range of sites.
The session focuses on real world specification considerations, helping attendees understand how to choose security fencing and access solutions that are proportionate, effective, and appropriate for their project context. It also highlights common mistakes made at design and procurement stage, and how these can be avoided through informed decision making.
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How to specify risk appropriate fencing and gates in the education environment (seminar)
The boundary treatment of a school plays a vital role in shaping both real and perceived safety. From the perimeter fencing to entrance gates and internal play areas, these elements create a clear first impression of a school’s commitment to safeguarding pupils, staff, and visitors.
This CPD seminar explores the principles of security and safety within the education environment, examining how different fencing and gate designs can be used to respond to varying levels of risk. The session supports informed decision making by guiding specifiers through risk assessment, design considerations, and the practical specification of fencing and access systems that are appropriate, compliant, and proportionate.
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Gate automation, legislation and safety, why take the risk? (seminar)
Automated gates and barriers play a critical role in controlling access, managing vehicle movement, and maintaining safety across a wide range of environments. Correct specification is essential to ensure that systems deliver the required performance, durability, and long term reliability, while also complying with relevant safety legislation and technical standards.
This CPD seminar provides practical guidance on specifying automated gate and barrier systems. It explores the differences between gate types and operating mechanisms, highlights the varying risk profiles associated with each system, and outlines the responsibilities placed on designers and specifiers. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of how to specify compliant, safe, and cost effective automated access solutions.
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How to specify treated timber for buildings and outdoor applications (seminar)
Timber is widely used in external works for its natural appearance, versatility, and sustainability credentials, but correct specification is essential to achieve long term performance. This CPD seminar provides a detailed introduction to the use of timber in external environments, exploring its benefits, limitations, and the technical considerations that influence durability.
The session examines timber preservation in depth, explaining the treatment processes used to protect wood against decay and how different methodologies are applied to suit specific exposure conditions. It also highlights the importance of selecting the correct timber class for each application, ensuring service life expectations are met and maintenance requirements are understood at the outset.
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