Flex-R launches RIBA-approved roof refurbishment CPD
The ‘Roof Refurbishment: A Guide to Best Practice’ CPD will guide roofers and contractors through the step-by-step refurbishment process, and will cover the options available for upgrading the insulation, selecting the correct waterproofing system, and what to expect from suppliers.
Fixfast launches new ‘Skills Hub’ training portal
Fixfast has launched Skills Hub, a free online resource that aims to give contractors and installers access to the information they need when they need it – when they are on-site.
MGMA adds second CPD to its portfolio
The new CPD entitled ‘Eaves gutter installation recommendations’ provides the user with best practice advice in eaves gutter installation.
Filling the gaps in training
Paul Jacobs, installation and training manager at SIG Design & Technology, assesses the importance of installer training, and why it is the responsibility of the whole roofing industry to contribute towards minimising the skills shortage gap.
MCRMA publishes advice note on safe roof work
The Metal Cladding and Roofing Manufacturers Association has published a new advice note entitled: ‘AN 06 Safe working practices on roofs: the distinction between ‘walkable’ and ‘non-fragility’’.
RoofCERT pilots new route to accreditation for experienced roofers
RoofCERT has developed its Experienced Worker Route as a new way for experienced operatives working in the roof tiling discipline to gain accreditation.
ROCKWOOL supports contractors in managing flat roofs fire risk
The new ‘Flat Roofs: Managing fire risk in the fifth façade’ whitepaper from ROCKWOOL explores how to improve fire performance in the fifth façade.
MGMA adds two more CPDs to its online portfolio
The Metal Gutter Manufacturers Association has added two more CPDs to its online portfolio, which covers aluminium and cast-iron rainwater systems, respectively.
MCRMA updates its aluminium fabrications guidance document for metal roof and...
The document provides theoretical and practical guidance in the design and specification of aluminium fabrication, including fasteners and sealants.
ACR publishes new guidance on rooflight safety
Following concerning reports of inappropriate and potentially unsafe rooflight designs, which have come to light recently, the Advisory Committee for Roofsafety (ACR), has published a new information sheet, entitled: ‘Glass Specification in Flat Rooflights’