Tarkett

Knowledge level:

General Awareness

Material type: Online Learning

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Material type: Seminar

Infection Prevention Control and Interior finishes: Flooring Considerations

This CPD aims to provide an understanding of the purpose of IPC (Infection, Prevention and Control). It looks at the threat antimicrobial resistance poses and how this is leading to an increase in healthcare associated infections. It equips the attendee with the information needed to evaluate what should be deemed as a high versus low risk area or surface - which will then determine what floor finish should be specified. It looks at antimicrobial assays, what these standards actually mean and the importance of the responsible use of antimicrobials. Finally, it examines the Clean Hospitals initiative. By the end of the presentation you should have a greater understanding of:
- The importance of IPC
- Why AMR is such a threat and how we can reduce the impact it has
- What a HAI is, how they are transmitted, the impact they are having and will have on society if nothing is done, and how to minimise them
- How to identify a low to very high risk area and surface
- What features in flooring are required to specify the right solution with IPC in mind

This CPD can be delivered to you live and remotely

RIBA Core Curriculum:

Health, safety and wellbeing

Knowledge level:

General Awareness

Material type: Online Learning

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Material type: Seminar

Specifying Sustainable Floorcoverings

The CPD will discuss sustainability and sustainable floor coverings. It sets out the source of current problems, and approaches to alleviation, through reductions of energy use and waste, and recycling among other measures. Topics covered include the Cradle to Cradle philosophy, material transparency, health and wellbeing initiatives, third party certifications and sustainable building labels. By the end of the presentation you should have a greater understanding of:
- Sustainable floorcoverings
- Cradle to Cradle principles include material health, material reutilization, renewable energy, water stewardship and social fairness
- Sustainability principles – including material ingredients, responsible manufacturing, and sourcing and recycling
- Material transparency and the tools used: EPD and MHS
- Principles of health and wellbeing

RIBA Core Curriculum:

Sustainable architecture

Knowledge level:

General Awareness

Material type: Seminar

Indoor Sports Surface: A guide to specifying sports flooring

Topics include:
- Indoor sports surface standard: EN 14904
- Key test methods
- Performance standards of sports floors with reference to shock absorbency
- Requirements for different levels of sports competition, age groups and safety
- Selection criteria, installation, maintenance, environmental issues and life cycle costs
- A guide to correct specification for different types of use

RIBA Core Curriculum:

Knowledge level:

General Awareness

Material type: Seminar

Designing for Dementia Facilities

Alzheimer facilities are becoming a public health policy priority for the UK. Whilst suitable medical treatment may be central to the quality of care, a comfortable environment in also closely linked to patient’s well being. This presentation provides an overview of the overall care environment and provides guidance in planning interior spaces, adapted for the care of people with Alzheimer and in particular in the choice of interior design, flooring and colour.

RIBA Core Curriculum:

Places, planning and communities

Inclusive environments

Knowledge level:

General Awareness

Material type: Seminar

Creative Flooring Design

This seminar gives the architect a better understanding of the use of colour, features within flooring, how this will affect the surroundings and how different colours may affect people's mood.

RIBA Core Curriculum:

Knowledge level:

General Awareness

Material type: Seminar

Slips, Trips and Falls: Considerations for Flooring Specifications

Slips and trips are one of the biggest sources of accidents in the workplace and home. The correct specification of floorcoverings can contribute to its reduction
- A guide to understanding the HSE guidelines in relation to floor specification
- Explaining the different safety slip tests and their relevance
- Explaining the benefits of entrance matting and a guide to correct specification
- Understanding when and where slip resistant floorcoverings should be installed
- Explaining the importance of maintenance in reducing slips

RIBA Core Curriculum:

Health, safety and wellbeing

Knowledge level:

General Awareness

Material type: Seminar