CUPA
PIZARRAS has launched its first slate training course in Livingston.
Combining
hands on training with a RIBA accredited CPD, it aims to provide architects
with both the theoretical knowledge and practical experience required to
correctly and confidently specify slate.
Working
with Burton Roofing Merchants Ltd. in Livingston, West Lothian, the training
day is run by CUPA PIZARRAS’ Specification and Commercial Manager, Allan
Liddell.
The day
will provide architects with in-depth product knowledge as well as advice on
grading slate, measuring the roof and the pitch, checking the headlap and
selecting the correct slate size for a project. Architects will also receive
hands on experience of fixing slates, using specially developed rigs, with
Allan providing assistance and advice on best practice.
The day
will also include CUPA PIZZARRAS' RIBA approved CPD seminar, which runs between
45 minutes to one hour and will run through the characteristics and benefits of
natural slate, and its production process. The CPD will also cover design
specification, ecological factors and showcase successful case studies where
natural slate has been used.
“We’re
very proud to be launching this programme, which is exclusive to Scotland, and
the first of its kind within the UK,” said Allan Liddell. “The combined slate
focused training and CPD days we now offer around the UK for architects are the
result of lengthy market research which saw an overwhelming amount of positive
feedback when asked about a combined training programme.
“By arming
architects with more in-depth knowledge of slate and installation of the
product, architects will be able to prevent problems onsite easily, as they
will be able to identify slate that has not been graded properly or any
incorrect installations.”
Training
sessions consist of approximately eight attendees and will be held based on
trainee request. Sessions will begin at 8:45am with lunch provided.
