This CPD from Bilco UK considers: Designing safe access to the roof; Safe movement around the roof; Special ladder applications; An overview of latest building regulations; How to use natural smoke ventilators for infrequent roof access; Plan it, design it, specify it – safe access all around the building envelope.

It is a legal requirement for buildings to be designed to prevent the spread of fire from one structure to another and consideration must be given to this while designing and specifying building materials for use in an inverted flat roof. There has been an increased focus on fire safety in residential buildings following the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire, where combustible materials used in the cladding of the tower are believed to have contributed to the spread of fire. However, this does not mean that only non-combustible materials can be used safely in an inverted flat roof. This CPD discusses how fire regulations apply to inverted roofs and how this impacts on specification of insulation materials. By the end of the article you should have a greater understanding of: – How Approved Document B applies to inverted flat roofs – The impact of EC Decision 2000/553/EC on testing requirements – The importance of selecting appropriate insulation material

This presentation will cover: The causes behind gutter failure; The decisions to repair, replace, or refurbish; Refurbishment considerations and system comparisons; Solutions; A hands-on Plygene gutter network demonstration; Technical reference and support; Q&A.