The Importance of Ventilation

in Lead Roofing

CPD Content and what to expect: This CPD is designed to educate and enlighten architects and specifiers as to why ventilation in lead covered roofs is so important, what can happen if this is not considered and what is depicted as the standard in BS5250 Control of Condensation in Buildings. It will help you to understand the following topics:

Please note:

• After the presentation you will receive a certificate of attendance, along with a set of presentation notes.

• Some locations are not covered, please call to check.

• Presenter will require a projector screen or wall space. (The presenter will bring a projector)

• Refreshments to be arranged by a hosting practice

Post Unit 13, Wireless Station Park, Bassingbourn, SG8 5JH

Tel 0845 0098 980 Fax 0845 6588 980 Email info@nicholsonsts.com

Nicholson is a trading name of NICHOLSON STS LLP OC412006 registered in England and Wales as a limited liability partnership. Registered office address - Building 15 Gateway 1000, Stevenage, SG1 2FP

Details:

Duration: Approx. 45minutes

Attendees: minimum 5 people

Contribution: £5.00 p/h

Time: We offer breakfast or lunch learning sessions

• A brief history of lead roofing

• Why do we need to ventilate lead roofs?

• Interstitial condensation and its causes

• Other sources of moisture in lead roof voids

• The relevant regulations

• Types of roof construction for lead roofing

• How much ventilation is required?

• Products that can help you meet the regulations and ventilate correctly