Air Tightness Testing & Background Ventilation L1
Air Tightness Testing and Background Ventilation Testing, in Pulse, Blower Door or combined options. Face-to-face training with the properties and equipment provided.
At Engage Training Academy we have split the Air Tightness Testing course into three options, to meet the requirements of our students. As we know, airtightness testers are highly skilled professionals who are qualified to assess the airtightness of new build properties for Part L, and existing dwellings for a retrofit assessment. All our courses include Background Ventilation Testing. There are two types of Air Tightness Testing: Pulse and Blower Door.
Engage Training Academy are the only training provider to offer a bespoke training solution built around which type of tests you wish to do: Pulse, Blower Door or both.
Our USP
- We provide face-to-face training.
- We provide the properties for the three / six mandatory case studies.
- We provide the equipment.
Three options
Option 1: Pulse
Pulse ATT & BVT. Three and a half days.
Option 2: Blower Door
Blower Door ATT & BVT. Three and a half days, three case studies.
Option 3: Combined
Combined Pulse & Blower Door and BVT. Five days, six case studies.
*Pre-course work to complete prior to attendance applies to all three options.
Why become an airtightness tester?
You will become a highly skilled professional who assesses the airtightness of new build properties and existing dwellings.
Why is the air tightness report required?
An update to Part L standards in Building Regulations on 15 June 2022 now means that every new build property requires an airtightness test, presenting a huge opportunity for those looking to get involved in this area of the industry. The airtightness test is usually one of the last assessments a property will undergo before it can be signed off by Building Control.
In line with retrofit BVT, any fabric measure retrofit requires a ventilation strategy. The Pulse ATT will provide a detailed air permeability report to satisfy this requirement. Once you have completed your training course with Engage Training Academy, you can join one of the competency schemes. More on this during the comprehensive training.
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