ABBE Level 6 Award in External Wall System Assessment

Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by ABBE. Classified as a Occupational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 40 hours.

Qualification Level

Level 6

Awarding Body

ABBE

Syllabus Units

3 Units

Guided Hours

40 hrs

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Course Syllabus & Study Modules

Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the type of buildings in scope for this qualification
Be able to prepare for an intrusive inspection of building cladding
Be able to conduct an intrusive inspection of building cladding
Understand the testing requirements and background of BS476, BS8414, BS9414 and BR 135 and understand the limitations and deficiencies in BS84145.
Understand construction materials products and installation methodology in external walls

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand fire safety mitigation factors (excluding external wall systems) and their impact on the EWS1 assessment
Understand the scope, purpose and stakeholders involved in EWS1 forms
Know the scope, purpose and stakeholders involved in PAS99804.
Be able to identify the scope and purpose of the EWS1 form Options
Know the purpose and cost of recommendations for remediation and the potential for other options
Understand the interaction between the EWS assessment and the holistic FRA of the whole building; and how timescales will need to be advised to the client
Be able to prepare and complete and EWS report

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the legal and regulatory frame
work relevant to External Wall System (EWS) inspections in England and Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland
Understand the requirements of an effective engagement letters and terms of engagement