Renewable energy and sustainable building

Training Prospectus Issue 3 Including Green Deal

Greenworks training academy

Contents 1. Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 2. Introductory Courses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 3. Qualification Courses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13 4. MCS Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-16 5. Assessor Courses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 6. Green Deal Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-19 7. Green Deal Assessor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-25 8. Green Deal Installer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-28 5. Assessor Courses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 9. Greenworks Learning Gateway. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 10. Enrolment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 11. Contact Us. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 12. Customer and Supplier Feedback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 13. Terms and Conditions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

The challenge to the construction industry The Climate Change Act has set a target of reducing carbon consumption by 34%, by 2020. In order to achieve this target, the construction industry will be put under extreme pressure to deliver low-carbon new builds, as well as cutting the carbon consumption of existing buildings through an extensive refurbishment programme of over seven million homes.

The opportunity These demands on the construction industry can only be met by an army of construction professionals – trained in the new fields of renewable energy and sustainable building. Currently, the UK is far short of the number of installers that will be required to meet these targets. This presents a massive opportunity for tradesmen choosing to pursue a career in renewable energy and sustainable building.

How we can help We understand that entering a new field or trade can be daunting. Brought to you by Saint-Gobain’s leading network of building distribution companies, Greenworks is here to provide all the support and training you will need to benefit from the opportunities in the renewable energy and sustainable building sector. To complement the practical and hands-on training at the Greenworks Training Academy, the new Greenworks Learning Gateway will also provide an opportunity for Jewson, Graham, Minster and Gibbs & Dandy customers to access e-learning modules on a range of sustainable products and solutions, renewable technologies, market drivers and legislation updates.

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Greenworks training academy In operation since 2011, the Greenworks Training Academy has conducted over 47,000 training hours through a broad range of introductory, qualification and accreditation courses. These have included renewable awareness days and installation training, MCS accreditation and more recently Green Deal Assessor and Installer certification. The Greenworks Training Academy offers a multi purpose training space with products and solutions in real life settings. Demonstration areas include low level roofing rigs for the commissioning of Solar PV and Thermal systems, passive flood defence training units, live rainwater harvesting sets and practical underfloor heating zones. The lay-out of the comprehensive 15,000 sq ft academy has been specifically designed to offer a practical solution-led approach to installations and also houses fully functional training facilities for theoretical training programs. Courses can incorporate real working drawings and estimating where appropriate. The open plan space allows a total of 60 delegates to be trained at the same time. Based in Birmingham with excellent transport links, the Academy is easily accessible. Courses at the Greenworks Training Academy are scheduled in line with customer demand, changes to legislation and product and market drivers. All courses are carried out by specialist training companies and manufacturers. Developed by the building distribution network of Saint-Gobain, Greenworks has grown to become the UK’s recognised authority and market expert in sustainable building products and solutions.

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Introductory Courses The following courses are designed to provide an introduction for those considering pursuing a career in renewable energy installation. They provide an introduction to the relevant technologies but are not substitutes for the full City & Guilds courses featured later in this prospectus. • Solar Thermal • Solar PV (Photovoltaic) • Heat Pumps • Rainwater Harvesting • Underfloor Heating • External Wall Insulation (EWI)

Solar Thermal Introduction Course

FREE to account holders Renewables Awareness training

Duration: 1 day Suitable for Roofers, solar thermal installers, builders Certification: Certificate of Attendance issued Fee: £99.00 plus VAT

One day course – This provides an insight into renewable products, the sustainable building market, sustainable solutions, government incentives and the opportunities these create.

•C  overs both flat plate and evacuated tube solar collectors

Renewables Awareness Training

• Theory and practical training • Health and Safety Awareness

Duration: 1 day Fee: FOC (To account holders)

Course Overview

This course is designed to provide an introduction for those pursuing a career in renewable energy installation. It aims to help them decide which technology path to pursue, focusing on: However this could be tailored to suite your training requirements

• Health and Safety

• Solar thermal

• Flat plate panels

• Solar PV (photovoltaic)

• In-roof collectors

• Heat pumps (air to air, air to water and ground source)

• Plumbing requirements

• Rainwater harvesting and greywater recycling

• Practical installation of collectors and pipework

• Roof access • Collector mounting systems • Evacuated tube collectors

• Underfloor heating, Biomass, Thermo Dynamic.

This solar collection installation course covers both flat plate and evacuated tubes, and is aimed at those involved with the installation of roof-mounted solar thermal collection systems. The majority of the course is of a practical nature on low-level roof rigs. Candidates are advised to bring wet weather gear and suitable safety boots, all other PPE will be provided.

This course has a mix of practical hands-on sessions as well as providing an understanding of: • The solar thermal system including principles of solar thermal, system design, solar collector construction and installation, pump station, controls and filling/ commissioning procedures • The solar PV system including the principles of system design, module construction and installation, inverters, electrical requirements and testing and commissioning • Heat pump systems including principles of heat pump technology, the different types of heat pumps, sizing, heat loss controls, testing and commissioning • The rainwater and grey water harvesting market, offering training and advice from a nationally recognised supplier of rainwater harvesting equipment. 4

Introductory Courses Heat Pump Introduction Course

Underfloor Heating Course

Duration: 1 day Fee £99.00 *All fees exclude VAT An overview for those NOT requiring a formal qualification

Duration: 1 day Fee: £99.00 *All fees exclude VAT This course has been developed by Greenworks Training Academy in association with a leading underfloor heating manufacturer. It is an underfloor heating system installers course, principally aimed at those involved in the installation of underfloor heating systems (UFH). There is a separate designers and installers course available to achieve BPEC Underfloor Heating Design. Inc Retrofit Products

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The heat pump introduction course is aimed at sales, self build, Housing Association management, developer management and architects. This is a one-day course and comprises a general overview of the full product ranges. The introduction course is conducted by a leading Jewson/ Graham heat pump supplier and is available at The Greenworks Training Academy. There are no prerequisites required to attend this course.

Course modules: • Explain the basic principles of warm water underfloor heating (UFH) systems

WPL Rainwater Harvesting Product Accreditation Scheme

• State the advantages of UFH systems • Describe the floor systems and finishes associated with UFH systems

Duration: 1 day, plus on-site assessment Cost: £150 Certification: Supplier accreditation

• State the various UFH system types on the market • Explain the operation of the UFH systems and components

The scheme is aimed at qualified trades people who are, or would like to be, involved with the installation of WPL Developers Rainwater Harvesting systems.

• Describe the general installation and testing requirements of UFH systems, and demonstrate an understanding of a range of manufacturer-specific products

The purpose of this training course is to provide a competent level of knowledge, so that the participant can understand why projects require rainwater harvesting, and be able to install a WPL Ltd rainwater harvesting systems to a high standard and provide an excellent maintenance service.

• Explain the requirements for post-installation activities including: • Commissioning the underfloor heating system • System operation and maintenance

• Part One – Classroom based, which involves theory and dry run practical tests.

• Troubleshooting • User information.

• Part Two – Site based audit which will assess the competency of the candidate in installing WPL rainwater harvesting systems. • (certification will be awarded upon completion of onsite assessment) Upon completion of this course, a voucher for the course cost will be issued to redeem against your next purchase from WPL.

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Introductory Courses courses Introduction to External Wall Insulation (EWI) System and Survey Training

Installation of Solar PV Panels Duration: 1 day Suitable for Roofers, solar thermal PV, builders Certification: Certificate of Attendance issued Fee: £99.00 plus VAT Assessment Method: none

Duration: 1 day Fee: £175 *All fees exclude VAT Increasingly popular as the technically superior method of achieving ever more stringent insulation requirements, External Wall Insulation (EWI) has a wide range of possible insulants, systems and finishes. This one day course provides an overview of the complete range of render protected EWI systems along with a guidance regarding the basic principles involved.

• Covers both on-roof and in-roof solar PV panels • Theory and practical training • Health and Safety Awareness.

Course Overview • Health and Safety

The course is provided by Weber, an international leader in the manufacture and application of innovative and practical solutions for Building Products. It is comprised of scheduled courses and a series of further in-depth specialist courses carried out by arrangement.

• Roof access • PV mounting systems • Inverter selection • Design considerations

Further weber.therm, system-specific courses are available by arrangement – please contact Greenworks for details.

• Problem solving. This Solar PV installation course is aimed at those involved with the installation of roof-mounted solar PV systems. The majority of the course is of a practical nature on low-level roof rigs. Candidates are advised to bring wet weather gear and suitable safety boots, all other PPE will be provided. Installers wishing to undertake a solar PV course must hold a 17th edition wiring regulations qualification. This can be taken either as a full course (three days) for those without the 16th edition and a one day update for those who hold a 16th edition qualification from June 2001.

More courses are being developed with key manufacturers of sustainable building materials. A new list is published every month at www.greenworks.co.uk

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Qualification Introductory Courses courses The courses in this section provide all the training you’ll need to become an installer of the following technologies, with the following qualifications. Solar Photovoltaic (PV) – City & Guilds, Solar Thermal – City & Guilds or BPEC, Heat Pumps – City & Guilds or BPEC Biomass – courses coming soon, please check www.greenworks.co.uk for details

City & Guilds Summit Skills have recently revised the required National Occupational Standards (NOS) for renewable training courses and Microgeneration Certification Schemes (MCS) qualification. Having been instrumental in the development of this NOS, City and Guilds are currently the only awarding body whose courses fulfil these standards. As such, training backed by any other awarding body will require some form of top-up in the future so as to maintain MCS certification. We are therefore proud to recommend City & Guilds courses at the Greenworks Training Academy. Please Note: As part of MCS application, you are required to demonstrate installer qualifications as a requirement for example; a solar PV MCS certification application would need to include an individual(s) 2399-11 and 12 qualification. The following courses also require various prerequisites as detailed below.

City & Guilds 2399 Photovoltaic (PV) Training

2399-11 Level 3 Award in the Installation of Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems

Duration: 5 days, plus 1 day for assessment Fee: £795 plus City & Guilds registration fees

The 2399-11 PV course covers the knowledge required to plan and prepare for, install (including testing and commissioning) and handover of grid connected solar photovoltaic systems that are within the scope of Engineering Recommendation G83/1 with an electrical output of up to five kilowatt peak (kWp) connected to both single and three–phase installations. Fundamentals of design awareness and component selection outcomes are also covered.

2399-01 Level 2 award in environmental technology systems This is the foundation course and the first step in qualifying in the installation and maintenance of renewable technologies, which can springboard candidates into specialist areas including solar PV, solar thermal and heat pumps. It is possible to undertake this course if you are not an established professional, however supplementary training for competence as an electrician or a plumber may be required to complete qualification.

2399-12 Level 3 Award in the Installation and maintenance of Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems The 2399-12 module covers the installation, commissioning and handover of Small Scale Photovoltaic Systems.

This module is included within all the below (2399) courses. Applicants taking multiple 2399 courses are NOT required to retake this unless desired. The fee is included within the following individual technology courses.

The course offers a solid base in environmental technologies and experience of installing PV technology. The qualification is recognised by the MCS certification in solar PV installation and is suited to qualified electricians and installers with one of the following prerequisites: • N/SVQ 3 in Electrical Installation (Buildings and Structures) or equivalent earlier certification that provides evidence of competence. In addition, if not included in the above current certification: • BS 7671: 2008 Requirements for Electrical Installations (17th Edition) Certification. Once the training is complete, candidates are able to design, install and maintain grid-connected PV systems and will be qualified to apply to Stroma Certification for MCS certification. MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme) is accredited under UKAS BS EN 45011:1998 7

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BPEC Survey and Installation of Flood Mitigation Systems

Weber EWI Up Skill (PAS: 2030) Duration: 5-9 days – subject to existing skill set and knowledge Fee: POA Assessment Method: On-site

Duration: 2 days, plus 1 day for on-site/witnessed assessment Certification: BPEC Certification Fee: £655.00 *All fees exclude VAT (to include BPEC manual) plus an

Qualification fulfils the requirements of PAS: 2030 in demonstrating External Wall Insulation Operative and Surveyor competence.

on-site assessment fee

Assessment Method: Multiple choice examination and practical assessment

Completion of course and successful site assessment leads to NVQ Level 2 (Insulation and Building treatments) and Weber Operative Card. Candidates must hold existing related trade skills as a pre-requisite for attendance of this course, for example; drylining or general building skills (insulation boarding module) or plastering (rendering and finish coating module)

• Mandatory course required to survey for and install the Flood Angel® Flood Defender Barrier™ product

Course Overview This training programme has been designed to provide candidates with an opportunity to expand their business into the emerging flood defence market. Flood mitigation can only be achieved having accurately assessed the source of the water ingress and combining a range of products that, used in conjunction, will improve the resilience of a building or property against flood water.

All EWI materials, tools and course notes are provided. Funding available for CITB registered companies, additional funding may be available subject to circumstances.

Course Modules • Emergence of flood defence in the market in the UK • Understanding flooding • How flood mitigation products work • Surveying • Installation • Testing • Customer training, commissioning, handover The course covers the process of providing a bespoke flood mitigation system for buildings and encompasses full training from initial site survey through to product installation and customer handover. Accurate assessment of buildings for points of water ingress and the recommendation of appropriate solutions requires the necessary knowledge and training into conducting flood mitigation surveys.

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Qualification Introductory Courses courses

Installation of BG Internal Wall Insulation Systems Duration: 1 day Fee: £220 plus VAT Theory is covered in relation to the system/performance, practical detailing to minimise air leakage and thermal bridging and finishing techniques to the Gyproc Plasterboard surface. The Identifying of other trades required as part of the refurbishment works process will also be included.

On completion of the course, candidates will be able to correctly assess the most appropriate flood mitigation solution, having taken correct measurements and evaluated the correct fixing system for these products which are specified. The course includes practical training and assessment in purpose-built facilities that are designed to show the installation, commissioning and maintenance of the products in a real setting.

Following attendance on the 1 day course, a site visit will be carried out to assess operatives during the installation process. If the system is being installed correctly the operative will be issued with IWI competent installer card.

After successful completion of the course the candidate will have the skills required to survey and install flood mitigation products. Certification will be awarded upon completion of on-site assessment.

Attendees should have construction related practical skills as pre-requisite to attend the course. Short duration training course grants are available through Construction Skills. 8

Qualification Introductory Courses courses City & Guilds 2399-01 Level 3 Award in Environmental Technology Systems

City & Guilds 2399 Solar Thermal Training Duration: 5 days, plus 1 day for assessment Fee: £795 plus City & Guilds registration fees

Duration: 1 day Fee: £275 plus VAT Assessment Method: Online multiple choice examination

2399-21 Level 3 Award in the Installation of Solar Thermal Systems The 2399-21 solar thermal hot water course covers the knowledge required to plan and prepare for, install (including testing and commissioning) and handover of fully-filled and drainback solar thermal hot water systems. The emphasis is upon ‘active’ systems but the unit also includes some content relating to ‘passive’ systems. The unit also covers fundamental design techniques for systems for domestic hot water production only, with up to 20m2 of collector area.

• Mandatory foundation course for those taking City & Guilds 2399 Series • Open to all persons • Useful introduction to Environmental Technology systems • Very beneficial course for Energy Assessors, builders, future renewable installers • Onsite training available at your company’s premises.

2399-22 Level 3 Award in the Installation and Maintenance of Solar Thermal Systems

Course Overview • Solar thermal (hot water)

The 2399-22 module covers the installation, commissioning and handover of solar thermal hot water systems.

• Solar photovoltaic • Ground source heat pump

The course offers a solid base in environmental technologies and experience of installing solar thermal hot water technology. The qualification is recognised by the MCS certification in solar thermal installation.

• Air source heat pump • Micro-wind • Biomass • Micro-hydro

The course is suited to qualified installers with one of the following prerequisites:

• Micro-combined heat and power (heat-led) • Rainwater harvesting • Greywater re-use.

• N/SVQ Level 2/3 in Heating and Ventilating (Domestic Installation)

The City & Guilds 2399-201 Level 3 Award in Environmental Technology Systems is a mandatory prerequisite qualification for installers wishing to undertake other City & Guilds 2399 installation courses, such as solar thermal or solar PV installation courses. The one day course allows candidates to develop the knowledge required to be able to communicate with others in relation to the fundamental working principles, potential to install and regulatory requirements for micro-renewable and water conservation technologies. It also prepares eligible candidates for progression to the specialist knowledge and competence units for the installation, commissioning, handover, inspection, service and maintenance of microrenewable energy and water conservation technologies.

• N/SVQ Level 2/3 in Heating and Ventilating (Industrial and Commercial Installation) • N/SVQ Level 2/3 in Oil-Fired Technical Services • N/SVQ Level 2/3 in Gas Installation and Maintenance • or equivalent earlier certification that provides evidence of competence. In addition, if not included in the above current certification in relation to: • Water Regulations/Water Byelaws (WRAS or equivalent) • Unvented Domestic Hot Water Storage Systems • Energy Efficiency for Domestic Heating (C&G 6084 or equivalent). Once the training is complete, candidates are able to design, install and maintain solar thermal systems and will be qualified to apply to Stroma Certification for Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) certification. The MCS scheme is accredited under UKAS BS EN 45011:1998.

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Qualification Introductory Courses courses BPEC Unvented Hot Water Systems Certificate

City & Guilds 2399 Heat Pumps Training

Duration: 1 day Fee: £225

Duration: 5 days, plus 1 day for assessment Fee: £795 plus City & Guilds registration fees

This certificate is intended for heating engineers, plumbers and other professionals who wish to legally install, service or commission domestic hot water systems in the UK.

2399-31 Level 3 Award in the installation of Heat Pumps Systems The 2399-31 heat pump systems course covers the knowledge required to plan and prepare for, install (including testing and commissioning) and handover of heat pump system installations. The focus is on systems up to 45kW load and include air source, water source and ground source systems. Fundamentals of heat pump system design awareness and component selection are covered along with connection to collector loops and the fundamental requirements of collector loop design and installation.

The qualification is delivered as a one-day course, preceded by self-study manuals. After undertaking the preparation and attending the course, candidates must successfully complete an open book, multiple choice theory examination and practical fault finding session before the certificate is issued.

BPEC Heat Pump Installer Training

2399-32 Level 3 Award in the installation and maintenance of Heat Pumps Systems

Duration: 2 days Cost: £425

The 2399-32 module covers the installation, commissioning and handover of heat pump systems (non-refrigerant circuits).

The BPEC Heat Pump Installer course is aimed at providing installers with knowledge of how to correctly install heat pumps, both air and ground source.   This course covers:

The course offers a solid base in environmental technologies and experience of installing heat pump technology, the qualification is recognised by the MCS accreditation in heat pump installation.

• Introduction of air source and ground source methodologies

The course is suited to qualified installers with one of the following prerequisites:

• Installation of collectors • Design considerations

• N/SVQ Level 2/3 in Plumbing

• Controls

• N/SVQ Level 2/3 in Heating and Ventilating (Domestic Installation)

• Maintenance and fault finding.

• N/SVQ Level 2/3 in Heating and Ventilating (Industrial and Commercial Installation) • N/SVQ Level 2/3 in Oil-Fired Technical Services • N/SVQ Level 2/3 in Gas Installation and Maintenance • or equivalent earlier certification that provides evidence of competence of any of the above. In addition, if not included in the above current certification in relation to: • Water Regulations/Water Byelaws (WRAS or equivalent) • Energy Efficiency for Domestic Heating (C&G 6084 or equivalent) Once the training is complete, candidates are able to design, install and maintain heat pump systems and will be qualified to apply to Stroma Certification for MCS certification. The MCS scheme is accredited under UKAS BS EN 45011:1998 10

Qualification Introductory Courses courses Domestic Developers Compliance Course

BPEC Part P Electrics (Full Scope)

Duration: 1 day Fee: £275 *All fees exclude VAT

Duration: 6 days Suitable for Plumbers, heating engineers, future solar PV installers Certification: BPEC Certification Fee: £895 plus VAT Assessment Method: Online multiple choice

Part L, SAP, Code for Sustainable Homes and Accredited Construction Details ACD Overview An overview of legislative compliance and product-related scope, detailing how Part L 2010 integrates with SAP 2009 (Standard Assessment Procedure) and ACDs (Accredited Construction Details), NEW for Building Regulation Compliance.

• Part P Full Scope Electrics • Required to join a competent persons scheme for Part P • Also allows access to solar PV courses • Small training Group (max eight).

This course aims to give a practical overview to assist developers in achieving compliance with the required building regulations.

Course Overview • Basic electrical principals and theory

The implications of pressure testing within SAP is also covered including a practical demonstration. The course then goes on to the Code for Sustainable Homes and how this can be achieved.

• Legislation and regulations

This training course is aimed at general builders, subcontractors, architects, surveyors, local council employees and other individuals wishing to gain understanding of compliance.

• Special locations.

• Domestic installations • Testing and documentation • Best practice

The Part P and 17th edition wiring regulations qualification offers the installer membership of an electrical competent person’s scheme for Part P. Aimed at existing tradespersons the BPEC Part P qualification allows full scope electrical work in domestic dwellings, such as adding new circuits, central heating wiring and changing a consumer unit.

BPEC Domestic Solar Hot Water Installer Training Duration: 2 days Fee: £375 The BPEC domestic solar hot water installer course is aimed at those with practical experience in the plumbing/ conventional heating engineering industry and a recognised qualification such as the BPEC Unvented Hot Water Systems Certificate or a Level 3 NVQ in plumbing or heating engineering. It is also open to those currently working towards one of these qualifications. Upon completion, candidates have both the practical skills and knowledge to provide a full solar hot water installation and consultancy service. The training is delivered as a two-day course which combines both practical and classroom-based theory elements; candidates learn about the selection, design, installation and maintenance of domestic solar hot water systems. Practical sessions take place on purpose-built roof rigs and include live demonstrations of solar equipment. Candidates without the formal qualification – which is a mandatory prerequisite – must attend an additional day.

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Qualification Introductory Courses courses BPEC Domestic Ventilation Including Heat Recovery Systems

BPEC Rainwater Harvesting and Greywater Recycling Installer

Duration: 2 days Suitable for Heating and ventilation engineers, builders Certification: BPEC Certification Fee: £375 plus VAT (includes manual and certification fees) Assessment Method: Written assessments

Duration: 2 days Suitable for Qualified plumbers, builders, renewables installers, ground workers Certification: BPEC Certification Fee: £375 plus VAT (includes manual and certification fees) Assessment method: Open book examination

• Covers the common types of domestic ventilation systems in use

• Covers both rainwater harvesting and greywater recycling systems

• Heat recovery systems

• Direct and indirect RWHS

• Small training groups.

• Plumbing experience required • Manufacturer independent training.

Course Overview Course Overview

• Background and building regulations • Domestic ventilation in context

• Water harvesting in context

• Airflow requirements and calculations

• Calculating demand

• Health and Safety.

• Health and Safety considerations • Installation

Domestic ventilation became ‘Notifiable Work’ on 1st October 2010 as part of the 2010 revision to Approved Document F of the Building Regulations. This means ventilation provision in new homes must be commissioned by a suitably qualified person.

• Maintaining water quality

The course covers the most common systems and configurations that the ventilation installer may confront and this course will ensure the installer is qualified to complete commission and hand over.

The Bpec course covers all the underpinning knowledge and practical demonstration required to install rainwater harvesting and greywater recycling (water re-use).

• Maintenance and fault finding • Servicing • Handover.

The candidate will be able to install any of the common types of domestic ventilation system in the UK safely and efficiently inspect and test any of the common types of domestic ventilation systems in the UK, commission and provide information for any of the common types of domestic ventilation systems.

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Qualification Introductory Courses courses BPEC Warm Water Underfloor Heating (Installer)

BPEC Water Regulations Duration: 1 day or 2 hour assessment only Suitable for Plumbers, renewable engineers requiring water regulations knowledge Certification: BPEC Certification (WRAS approved certificate) Fee: £225.00 plus VAT Assessment method: Open book multiple choice assessment

Duration: 2 days Suitable for Plumbers, heating engineers, heat pump installers, builders Certification: Bpec Certification Fee: £375.00 plus VAT (BPEC Manual and Certification extra £75) Assessment method: Open book multiple choice assessment

• WRAS approved qualification • Practical hands-on UFH training

• Valid in England and Wales

• Heat loss calculations

• Open book assessment.

• Previous plumbing experience required • Manufacturer-independent training

Summary

• Open book multiple choice examination

After successful completion of the course the candidate will be able to apply to their local water company to be an ‘approved contractor’ for water regulation purposes. This means that they can self-certify their plumbing work.

• Small training groups.

Course Modules • Basic principles of warm water underfloor heating (UFH) systems • Advantages of UFH systems • Floor systems and finishes associated with • UFH systems • Various UFH system types • Installation methods • Servicing and troubleshooting UFH systems.

Summary This course has been developed by Bpec in association with the Underfloor Heating Manufacturers Association. It is an installation course, therefore principally aimed at those involved in the installation of warm water underfloor heating systems (UFH). The course is taught in a purpose-built underfloor heating training centre and trainees have access to various types of underfloor systems. The systems are completely operational and designed to show the installation, commissioning and maintenance of UFH in a real setting. It differs from a manufacturer’s course in that it is non-product specific and thus offers a wide range of products and independent installation advice. Assessment is by means of an open book multiple choice paper and hands on installation task.

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Introductory MCS Accreditation courses

A Simple And Cost Effective Way To Become MCS Accredited. Why do I need MCS? MCS is mandatory in order for you and your customers to benefit from governmental financial incentives available for renewable energy installations, including Feed-in-Tariffs (FiT), and Government Grants through the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI).

How do I get accreditation? Stroma is a UKAS-accredited certification body licensed by the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) for the certification of microgeneration installers. The key technologies that need MCS registrations are: • Solar thermal

• Ground source heat pumps

• Solar PV

• Air to water heat pumps

Pathway tocourses MCS Introductory Current Experience

Owner and/or Installer (e.g. unqualified company owner or installer ) – (qualified plumbing, heating, or electrician) – no renewable technology qualification*

Greenworks Training Provider

Using the prospectus to identify the renewable technology required (e.g. C&G 2399, BPEC, G3)

MCS Quality Assurance Course (one day course)

Non Installer (e.g. director or secretary) – employing: sub contractor or installer (accredited with renewable technology qualification*)

Owner Installer (e.g. qualified company owner or installer ) accredited with renewable technology qualification* (e.g. BPEC or C&G 2399 level 3)

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UKAS Certification Body

Apply for audit and membership in your chosen technology (solar PV, solar thermal or heat pumps)

Greenworks Microgeneration Introductory Certification coursesScheme (MCS) Training MCS – Quality Assurance Training and Manual

The Greenworks Training Academy delivers the training to ensure that you are prepared for auditing your business and tradesmen for the easiest route to MCS certification.

Duration: 1 Day Fee: £499 Per Business *All fees exclude VAT

The MCS, a recognised quality assurance scheme, for low to zero carbon (LZC) installation and renewable technologies, promotes a mark of competency to demonstrate installations are carried out to the highest standard each time. The certification scheme run by Stroma Certification ensures that all notifications, inspections and installations of the microgeneration technologies; solar PV, solar thermal and heat pumps are produced to consistently high standards – ensuring that members are:

Optional FREE second day, for practical installation demonstrations.

*For the cost of £499, you are welcome to invite another member of your organisation to the theoretical day, i.e. day 1. An optional 2nd day is available free of charge, which offers a practical hands-on approach to PV installation – ideally suited to the installer. MCS certification is mandatory in order for you and your customers to benefit from governmental financial incentives available for renewable energy installation. Certification is achieved by means of an annual audit of your business and its practices.

• Competent to undertake inspections and installations • Qualified to the National Occupation Standard qualification(s) required • Adequately insured (Professional Indemnity (PI) and Public Liability (PL)) and have obtained Insurance Backed Warranty where appropriate

This course covers how to become an MCS-certified installer, including Quality Manual System (QMS) preparation required to meet the set criteria for joining an MCS certification body. It also covers details on the Feed-in-Tariff (FIT) and Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) alongside renewable technology awareness and legislative drivers.

• Adopting operational procedures maintaining quality assurance (QA) consistency and accuracy of installations • Fully informed of legislative developments and incentives, undertaking a minimum level of continuing professional development (CPD) • Maintaining a high standard of operational integrity, whilst undertaking both the on-site and off-site activity associated with the notifiable works

About this course The Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) offers installers access to grants for installing a variety of renewable energy technologies including:

• Recording appropriate details/paperwork for auditing.

• Solar thermal hot water • Solar photovoltaic • Ground source heat pumps

The Greenworks Training Academy can provide a bespoke MCS Quality Management System (QMS) tailored to your needs, meeting all the requirements and regulations of the MCS Certification Scheme. What’s more, the in-house technical and accreditation support teams can also guide you through the MCS accreditation process whilst you are preparing for your MCS audit.

• Air source heat pumps In order to join the scheme, the installer is required to operate a comprehensive quality assurance system. This course provides, not only quality assurance training, but a complete MCS-compatible quality assurance system covering the major technologies. This course gives a step-by-step guide to attaining the MCS standard. In addition to gaining knowledge of the processes involved in setting up a quality management system, delegates are also supplied with all relevant templates, files and technical specifications needed to comply with the requirements of the MCS scheme.

We can also offer on going support to achieve or maintain your MCS Certification and to maintain your MCS QMS. We can help with any MCS training requirements, and help to prepare for your MCS audit or annual inspection. We can also provide further on-site or in-house administrational support. This service may suit smaller businesses that want to break into these new technologies, and need face-to-face support to implement the MCS QMS following your Greenworks MCS training. Please see the on-site support charges in the table opposite.

This course will empower delegates to apply for MCS recognition by providing a full, working, personalised quality assurance system, thus enabling the smaller business to seek approval and subsequently be eligible for grant aid for the installations to be embarked upon.

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Greenworks Microgeneration Introductory Certification coursesScheme (MCS) Training The benefits of using Stroma to gain MCS accreditation, following attendance on the Greenworks MCS training course:

Competitive membership (Including OFGEM / GemServ compulsory fee of £110) • 1 Technology: £465 + VAT • 2 Technology: £645 + VAT • 3 Technology: £825 + VAT FREE Application Fee saving £50 FREE Technical helpline FREE Software FREE Initial Site visit for Awarding Certification FREE access to the Stroma Network Scheme, providing you with customer leads FREE Company listing on Government website Additional site visits to give technical support and guidance – half day £200 Additional site visits to give technical support and guidance – full day £340

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Introductory Assessor Courses courses On Construction Energy Assessor (OCEA) Training & Certification (Newly constructed dwellings)

The following courses are designed for those who wish to qualify in carrying out energy assessment on both existing and new dwellings and non-dwellings.

Level 3 DipOCEA

The qualifications will lead to membership of the appropriate certification scheme and hence the ability for assessors to lodge EPCs and Code Assessments.

Duration: 3 days Fee: £1,250 Exam Fee: £290 Software: Free

The courses:

The Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) for Energy Rating of Dwellings is the Government’s methodology for calculating the energy performance of dwellings within the UK and is compliant with the requirements of the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD).

New Build Domestic assessment • Code for Sustainable Homes

In accordance with the Building Regulations, SAP energy assessments are produced to demonstrate compliance. In addition, all new homes now require an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) upon sale or let. Only a qualified, On-Construction Energy Assessor (OCEA) can produce both SAP calculations and EPCs. OCEAs produce calculations that are based on a range of factors, which contribute to the energy efficiency of a building, using approved software (e.g. FSAP).

• On Construction Energy Assessment (SAP/OCEA) Existing Domestic Assessment • Domestic Energy Assessment New Build and Existing Non-Domestic Building Assessment

These factors include: building materials, main and secondary heating systems, heating controls, ventilation and renewable technologies. An OCEA will fully understand these factors within the calculation that will enable them to consult and assist with the design of the development.

• Non-Domestic Energy Assessment Levels 3 and 4

Code for Sustainable Homes Assessor Course

This three day training course provides full instruction on how to produce SAP assessments and EPCs. Candidates are guided through the assessment process, from receiving clients’ instructions and gathering and inputting the data, to generating the SAP report and lodging the EPC.

Duration: 3 days Fee: £995 The Code for Sustainable Homes (CSH) is driving improvement in building practice by providing a comprehensive measure of housing sustainability. The aim of the Code is to limit the environmental impact of new build dwellings, by ensuring real improvements in key areas such as carbon dioxide emissions, waste, water usage and environmental impact. The role of a CSH assessor is to accurately evaluate new build dwellings against a range of criteria in order to generate a Code rating and report.

The course explores the role of an On-Construction Energy Assessor, along with the related theory and legislation and provides practical, guided workshops which cover: • Analysing plans, specifications and constructions • Taking measurements from architectural plans • Building U-Values

This three day training course covers the requirements of the CSH in detail, exploring each section of the technical guidance and instructing candidates on how to accurately produce a Code assessment using Core, Stroma Certification’s CSH reporting software.

• Basic model building using free Google SketchUp™ software to identify building element areas • Inputting data into approved software • Exploring different options and design strategies to improve the energy performance of dwellings

To qualify as an assessor, candidates must pass a multiplechoice examination; qualified assessors are invited to join the Stroma certification scheme that is approved by the Department for Communities and Local Government (CLG), additionally, Stroma Certification Ltd is accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) for the Code for Sustainable Homes scheme under BS EN ISO 17024:2003.

• Producing accurate SAP energy assessment reports and EPCs. On completion of the training, candidates are required to submit a structured portfolio of evidence (to include five pre-set SAP assessments) and to pass a 30 minute, multiple choice examination set by the awarding body (ABBE) in order to become qualified. 17

Green Deal

27 Million reasons to get involved...

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The Green Deal The Green Deal is…

Getting equipped to be a Green Deal Advisor…

The Green Deal is the Government’s flagship energy policy, which intends to reduce carbon emissions cost-effectively. Home and business owners can access a Green Deal finance mechanism, so that they don’t have anything to pay upfront for energy-efficiency measures: instead, the improvements are covered by the savings on their energy bills.

Receive more than just training with Greenworks. Greenworks can offer secure, competitive EPC lodgment rates and membership with the leading certification body, continued professional development, software tools and hardware, plus Green Deal marketing tools. We equip you with ALL the tools you need to get up and running within the Green Deal scheme.

All households and businesses will be entitled to an energy-efficiency assessment, known as a Green Deal Advice Report (GDAR), which must be carried out by a qualified Green Deal Advisor (GDA). Certified Green Deal Installers (GDI) will install the measures to the highest quality-assured standards, thereby ensuring the energy-efficiency measures deliver genuine carbon and energy savings and giving consumers confidence that the advice, products and services received are from reliable and accredited sources.

The Green Deal brings opportunity… Greenworks offer a complete Green Deal service across the UK. Developed by the building distribution network of Saint-Gobain, Greenworks has grown to become the UK’s recognised authority and market expert in sustainable building products and solutions. Greenworks provides all the tools, training and support you need in becoming a Green Deal Installer or Advisor. In summary, we provide our customers with: • Nationwide training • Software tools and operating procedures • Membership Certification bundle deals • Green Deal product catalogue • Secured pricing mechanisms • Local product pick-up points • A network community and work streams via the Greenworks Green Deal Provider (GDP) scheme • Free of charge technical support • Marketing support tools to promote the Green Deal policy

Housing is responsible for approximately 27%* of the UK’s carbon dioxide emissions. Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) have been introduced as part of the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive to help improve the energy efficiency of buildings, cut carbon emissions and tackle climate change. *Source: Energy Saving Trust.

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Introductory Green Deal Assessor courses Existing Dwelling Domestic Energy Assessor (DEA) Training and Certification Course

Plus we have a new app that creates the EPC, without the need for internet connection – discover more about the app overleaf.

Duration: 5 days

To qualify as a DEA, candidates are required to:

Fee: £795 Registration Fee: £200 Software: Free

•S  ubmit to Stroma Certification a portfolio of evidence of business skills and a minimum of five EPCs

Greenworks Training Academy provides the training, software and certification schemes required for candidates to become a Domestic Energy Assessor (DEA) for existing dwellings. This also prepares candidates for the Green Deal training.

• Undergo a CRB check •P  rovide details of insurance for Professional Indemnity and Public Liability • Complete a minimum of 10 CPD hours

With training, a DEA can become licensed to collect appropriate property data such as dimensions, construction and services, in order to generate an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) using Government approved RdSAP software – RSAP.

We’ve built you an App for that...

Day One

2. How to work as a DEA in a safe, effective and professional manner 3. How to prepare an energy assessment in order to produce an EPC 4. Property construction types and system build properties for example timber frame or in-situ concrete

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1. The Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD), discovering the targets and Governmental initiatives behind the EPC and existing residential property energy performance

Greenworks launch the revolutionary GWSAP App to generate EPCs The App enables you to create an EPC on a mobile device without the need for internet connection. Why not download the App for a 7-day trial period – it’s free of charge. Visit the App Store today and download GWSAP.

PLUS - We have exciting development plans for the Green Deal.

Day Two 1. Heating systems

Greenworks, a brand partner of Jewson, Minster, Graham and Gibbs & Dandy, are building a network of advisors and installers in order to support our GDP.

2. Domestic hot water systems 3. Improving insulation techniques 4. Renewable energy technologies

Register your interest in joining our Green Deal Provider network by calling 0121 328 9150 or emailing [email protected]

5. Ageing properties 6. S  urveying and measuring properties – including best practice Day Three 1. RSAP (RdSAP) training - Government approved software 2. T  op up elements to meet the new Green Deal EPC implementation 3. Mock exam evaluation Day Four/Five 1. P  utting into practice knowledge learnt to produce assessments and compiling portfolios Greenworks provide RSAP – Government approved RdSAP (Reduced Data Standard Assessment Procedure) software by Stroma Certification – free of charge. This software makes the process of collating data, interpreting data and lodging an EPC to meet the required standards straightforward. 20

Introductory Green Deal Assessor courses GWSAP App Software Features: • Provides real time Green Deal quotation including the Golden Rule • Provides real time ECO calculation • Creates EPCs via the approved RdSAP methodologies for domestic properties • Collects survey data to produce EPCs and lodges directly on the iPad • Can complete on device without web access, speeding up the assessment process • Circulates survey data promptly back to the server storage for immediate access • Automatically backs up survey and Green Deal EPC data, via Stroma’s OSA15 online storage system • A PCDF database or boiler database stored on the iPad, allowing you to search by boiler type • Address lookup allows address details and UPRN to be downloaded on the iPad.*Requires internet connection • Add address feature allows addresses not stored in landmark to be added from the iPad *Requires internet connection • Traffic light system guides you through the survey section process, highlights non conformities or incomplete sections • Automatically backs up the data • Ability to convert pre April 2012 RdSAP 9.90 into the RdSAP 9.91 • Camera feature stores and names photos in the correct sections easily • Allows evidence to be collected directly on the device using the built in camera, and uploaded directly to Stroma Certification at lodgment. *Requires iPad 2 or later

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Introductory Green Deal Assessor courses Added Benefits:

Greenworks offers face-to-face training, covering the soft skills and the technical expertise required of the Green Deal Advisor. All aspects of the GDA National Occupational Standards are covered, giving candidates the opportunity to learn about:

• Free of charge technical support helpline which is manned by qualified assessors and representatives • A dedicated members’ area website, providing regular technical updates

• The principles of the Green Deal

• Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and workshop provision

• Explaining requirements in advance of the Green Deal Advisor’s visit

• Competitively priced lodgments with an online payment facility

• Consumer Protection within the Green Deal • Green Deal finance and other sources of finance

• Regular account management communications

• Practicalities of providing information

• Free of charge software solutions

• Preparing for the Occupancy Assessment • Collecting the data needed for the Occupancy Assessment • The effect of building pathology on energy performance • The client’s needs and how to address them • Effect of different types of tenure • Behavioural advice, water saving and waste reduction and the process of giving advice • Maintaining records of inspection findings • The basic principles of Green Deal Advice Reports • Entering data into energy advice software • Using Stroma’s RSAP the RdSAP software to recommend measures bespoke to the property and its occupiers • The Golden Rule calculation • Ensuring the GDAR complies with Conventions and Codes of Practice • Reporting, lodging and issuing GDARs; EPC updating and record keeping Green Deal lead generation tool

• Further detail regarding insulation, heating, hot water, and other measures • Explaining the GDAR to the domestic customer Pre and post course learning is provided for candidates along with a members’ area on the Stroma website, found at stromamembers.net. Log-in access is required and provides reading material, videos, and handy tips, alongside required technical/legislative documentation. Additionally, members gain access to instant technical support 24 hours a day.

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Introductory Green Deal Assessor courses Domestic Green Deal Advisor and Certification Duration: 5 days plus witnessed assessment Fee: £1020 Exam Fee: £290 Software: Free

Candidates can expect assessment on knowledge and competence of the following: • The explanation of all aspects of the Green Deal in a way that is appropriate to a specific customer’s needs • Providing signposting to other relevant information and services to meet a specific customer’s needs • Production of three domestic Green Deal Advice Reports (GDARs) using approved software, based on the data from the EPCs and occupancy assessments carried out in properties • Providing evidence which demonstrates how the Green Deal Advice Report data is safe and securely retained, and how the Green Deal Advice Report is lodged on the lodgement system • Production of a business pack, which comprises of written communications to the customer • One Energy Performance Certificate for a property that qualified for ECO funding, updated to account for the installation of the Green Deal measures, and explaining the improvement in the energy performance of the building • Presentation of Green Deal Advisory Report recommendations PLEASE NOTE: We would advise that new entrants should leave a reasonable gap between attendance of the DEA and GDA qualifications. Portfolio Assessment Following training, the submission of a portfolio for assessment is required; candidates will become qualified when the portfolio successfully passes. This portfolio is to include evidence of all of the information indicated above to demonstrate the work of a GDA. Stroma Certification provides feedback sessions and/or technical support days, allocated for one-to-one reviews, should they be required. Witnessed Assessment of GDA Whilst conducting a Green Deal assessment, candidates shall be assessed to ensure that delivery of advice and explanation is to the required standard. Stroma Certification personnel shall carry out the witnessed assessment, during the allocated and maximum time of two hours per conducted Green Deal assessment.

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Introductory Green Deal Assessor courses Non-Domestic Energy Assessment (NDEA) Training & Certification Level 3 DipDEA Duration: 4 days Fee: £1,450 Exam Fee: £290 Software: Free

Level 4 DipDEA (top-up from Level 3) Duration: 2 days Fee: £975 Exam Fee: £410 Software: Free Approved Document Part L2A-2006 of the Building Regulations stipulates a full building energy calculation for all newly constructed buildings. The Simplified Building Energy Model (SBEM) software used to perform this calculation is then used to create the EPC, which is required prior to the building being occupied.

Non-Domestic Energy Assessment Level 3 (DipNDEA) Greenworks offer the City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma as a four-day training course where candidates are taught the practical skills of building surveying and data entry into the approved Government software. A Level 3 Non-Domestic Energy Assessor (NDEA) can model simple heating, cooling and ventilation systems within existing buildings. After completing the training, candidates sit a multiple choice examination and produce a portfolio of three EPCs and supporting documentation to demonstrate their ability to carry out non-domestic energy assessments.

Non-Domestic Energy Assessment Level 4 (DipNDEA) For candidates who wish to assess and produce EPCs for buildings containing more complex heating, cooling and ventilation installations in both existing and newly constructed buildings, Greenworks offers the Diploma in NDEA Level 4. The syllabus is offered as a two-day (topup) course, which builds on the knowledge acquired for the Level 3 Diploma. Similar to the Level 3 Diploma, candidates will become qualified once they have passed the multiple-choice exam and produced the portfolio of three EPCs.

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Introductory Green Deal Assessor courses Non-Domestic Green Deal Advisor Training and Certification

Greenworks offers face-to-face training, covering the soft skills and the technical expertise required of the Non-Domestic Green Deal Advisor. All aspects of the GDA National Occupational Standards are covered, giving candidates the opportunity to learn, understand and produce the following:

Duration: 3 days Fee: £1250 Exam Fee: £290 Software: Free • Understanding the components of the Green Deal

1. Recommendations Reports for non-dwellings using SBEM

• Understanding how to provide high quality, independent and impartial advice to clients

2. A  clearly defined and robust hierarchy of energy efficiency measures for non-dwellings

• Ability to provide clients with information on the Green Deal to meet their needs

3. C  ommunicating the value of a Recommendations Report and how it can be used

• Understanding the process of conducting an operational profile

The method of assessment for non-domestic buildings utilises the existing Simplified Building Energy Model (SBEM) methodology for producing non-domestic EPCs.

• Understanding the factors and measures for reducing energy consumption in non-domestic buildings

It additionally takes into account occupant behaviour, building use patterns, energy management practices and historical energy consumption (where available) in order to assess energy savings and recommendations.

• Understanding the written records required for inspection findings • Ability to conduct an operational profile assessment

Combining the more bespoke building fabric assessment, building usage and actual energy use data, advisors can provide the best possible information to facilitate investment decisions.

• Ability to identify actions to reduce energy consumption in non-domestic buildings • Ability to maintain written records of inspection findings

Pre and post course learning is provided for candidates along with a members’ area on the Stroma website at stromamembers.net. Log in access is required and provides reading material, videos, and handy tips, alongside required technical/legislative documentation.

Training provided conforms to the skills and competences required of energy assessors, in accordance with DECC, Asset Skills and the redeveloped National Occupational Standards for Green Deal Advisors. Additionally, members gain access to instant technical support 24 hours a day.

Green Deal Advisors are required to be active members of an accredited Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) Accreditation Scheme for either Domestic Energy Assessors (DEAs) or Non-Domestic Energy Assessors (NDEAs) such as Stroma Certification. Stroma Certification additionally caters for Scotland being appointed by Scottish Ministers for the production of domestic or non-domestic Energy Performance Certificates, as appropriate.

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GDI Business Support Sessions

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Green Deal Installer GDI Business Audit and Assessment

Duration: 1 day Fee: £199 Software: Free

Duration: 1 day Fee: £650 Software: Free

Greenworks hold one-day business support sessions for candidates interested in participating in the Green Deal as an installer.

GDI bundle Includes:

In order to become a Certified Green Deal Installer several assessments are to be conducted. The GDI business support session details the assessment criteria that determine an installer’s technical competency for undertaking activities in accordance with required standard(s) PAS 2030. Along with observation methods that determine the competency of staff and sub-contractors that are involved in the company’s Green Deal Installation activities.

• Office QMS Assessment

• 1st Category Assessment

• Initial Site Visit • GDI Module Software Upon GDI category application, applicable MCS and CPS shall be certificated free of charge. Technical Support

Free of charge

GDI Scheme Application Assessment Fee £50

Sessions Cover:

First Category Assessment Fee

£500

• Quality Management Systems (QMS)

Additional Category Assessment Fee (Carried out at same time as initial assessment)

£300

• Annual surveillance visits

Additional Category Assessment Fee (Carried out at a later date)

£400

• Competent Person Schemes (CPS)

Building Regulation Notification

• Microgeneration Certification Schemes (MCS)

Notification Submission – Electronic £3.80 Stroma Certification shall additionally offer free of charge CPS and MCS membership for any members transferring schemes for the remainder of their existing membership period. For example, if a candidate has 6-months remaining on another membership scheme they shall receive 6-months membership free of charge.

• Initial assessments

• Greenworks software demonstrations We cover everything you need to know in order to get your Green Deal Installer business started.

Revisit costs for failed or cancelled assessments may apply.

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Green Deal Installer Getting equipped to be a Green Deal Installer…

Assessment Visits

Certified Green Deal Installers will install the measures to the highest quality assured standards to ensure the energy efficiency measures deliver genuine carbon and energy bill savings, with the confidence that the advice, products and service received are from reliable and accredited sources.

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In order to be a certified Green Deal Installer (GDI) assessments by a certification scheme such as Stroma Certification are to be conducted.

Assessment visits determine installers’ technical competency for undertaking activities in accordance with required standard(s). During the assessment visit, Stroma Certification on behalf of Greenworks will question and observe methods that determine the competency levels of members of staff and sub-contractors that are involved in the company’s Green Deal Installation activities.

We equip you with ALL the tools you need to get up and running within the Green Deal scheme.

Initial Assessment An opening meeting will be conducted at the installer’s office to outline the purpose and discussion points. Following this, the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) will be reviewed against clause criterion detailed in the PAS 2030 and the Green Deal Code of Practice, which reviews the processes and procedures in place for: •T  he Installation Process • Installation Process Management •S  ervice Provision •C  laims of Conformity •D  ocuments essential to the application of PAS 2030 and its relevant annexes

Installation Assessment GDI applications require an installation site quality and associated documentation inspection, to ensure compliance with the required standards. Where feasible, additional measure assessments shall be carried out on the same installation assessment, however, details shall be determined upon application. At all stages of the assessment visits, non-conformities and observations identified will be discussed and documented with the installer’s approval. Should non-conformities be identified, installers have up to forty days to correct, which can be satisfied through correspondence and photographic evidence, unless an additional partial or full site assessment visit is required.

Annual Surveillance Visits Installers will be subject to an annual surveillance visit by Stroma Certification to maintain Green Deal Installer certification.

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Introductory courses Green Deal Installer A robust scheme ensures competency... Competent Person Schemes (CPS) Greenworks are in partnership with Stroma Certification, who are licensed by the Department of Communities and Local Government (DCLG) to run Competent Person Schemes that ensure certified operatives can perform to a reputable high standard, provide appropriate warranties and can carry out design, installation and issue self-certification for compliance with the Building Regulations for: • Heating and Hot Water Systems • Part P Installation of fixed low or extra low voltage electrical installations • Installation of Microgeneration and Renewable Technologies Microgeneration Certification Schemes (MCS) Stroma Certification is licensed to run Microgeneration Certification Schemes, supported by the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) for the certification of microgeneration installers, accredited under UKAS BS EN 45011:1998. The scheme ensures that all members’ notifications, inspections and installations are produced to consistently high standards. Greenworks offer a 1-day MCS training course with an optional FREE of charge second day, for practical installation demonstrations. The training ensures that you are prepared and equipped for auditing your business and tradesmen for the easiest route to MCS certification. You are welcome to invite another member of your organisation to the theory day (day 1). An optional 2nd day is available free of charge which offers a practical hands-on approach to installation ideally suited to the installer. The second day combines with a Green Deal Installer business support session to maximize the use of your time. Please see page 14 for more information.

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Introductory Assessor Courses courses You may already have training under your belt to help you get on the GDI certification scheme. The following list outlines applicable qualifications for an installer becoming a Green Deal Installer for the relevant measures of PAS 2030: City and Guilds Level 2

Diploma in Plumbing and Heating

EAL Level 2

Diploma in Plumbing and Heating

City and Guilds Level 2

Diploma in Installing, Testing and Maintaining Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems

City and Guilds Level 2

Diploma in Heating and Ventilating Industrial and Commercial Installation

EAL Level 2

Diploma in Heating and Ventilating Industrial and Commercial Installation

City and Guilds Level 2

Diploma in Domestic Heating

City and Guilds Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (Buildings, Structures and the Environment) EAL Level 3 NVQ

Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment

City and Guilds Level 3

NVQ Diploma in Domestic Plumbing and Heating

City and Guilds Level 3

NVQ Diploma in Domestic Plumbing and Heating (Gas Fired Warm Air Appliances)

EAL Level 3 NVQ

Diploma in Domestic Plumbing and Heating (Gas Fired Warm Air Appliances)

City and Guilds Level 3 NVQ

Diploma in Domestic Heating (Gas Fired Water and Central Heating Appliances)

EAL Level 3 NVQ

Diploma in Domestic Heating (Gas Fired Water and Central Heating Appliances)

City and Guilds Level 3 NVQ

Diploma in Domestic Heating

EAL Level 3 NVQ

Diploma in Domestic Heating

City and Guilds Level 3 NVQ

Certificate in Servicing and Maintaining Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems

City and Guilds Level 3 NVQ

Certificate in Installing and Commissioning Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems

City and Guilds Level 3 NVQ

Diploma in Domestic Plumbing and Heating

EAL Level 3 NVQ

Diploma in Domestic Plumbing and Heating

City and Guilds Level 3 NVQ

Diploma in Heating and Ventilating Industrial

ABBE Level 2 NVQ

Certificate in Insulation and Building Treatments (External Wall Insulation)

ABBE Level 2 NVQ

Certificate in Insulation and Building Treatments (Cavity Wall Insulation)

ABBE Level 2 NVQ

Certificate in Insulation and Building Treatments (Loft Insulation)

City and Guilds Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Insulation and Building Treatments Cavity Wall Insulation, Draught-proofing, External Wall Insulation, Insulate Framed Sections of Buildings, Internal Insulation and loft Insulation Cskills Awards Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Insulation and Building Treatments External Wall Insulation, Cavity Wall Insulation, Loft Insulation, draught-proofing, Insulate Framed Sections of Buildings and Internal Insulation SQA Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Insulation and Building Treatments External Wall Insulation, Cavity Wall Insulation, Loft Insulation, Draught-proofing, Insulate Framed Sections of Buildings and Internal Insulation SQA Level 5 SVQ

Insulation and Building Treatments

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Greenworks Introductory Learning courses Gateway

Learning Gateway Greenworks is delighted to now offer Saint-Gobain’s network of building distribution account holders (Jewson, Graham, Minster and Gibbs & Dandy customer account holders) a whole host of online tutorials to help you build your knowledge of this ever-changing sustainable market. Develop your knowledge of sustainable building with a series of well explained, simple to understand tutorials – each focusing on bite-sized chunks such as insulation, timber, building fabric solutions, renewable technology and more. This free service will help you understand new legislation, create new market opportunities and help you sell to your customers. Most courses only take 40 minutes to an hour to complete and are spoken to you via your computer – avoiding endless on-screen reading (headphones or speakers will be required). There are over 70 hours of tutorials with more being added all the time.

To access the Learning Gateway... Visit www.greenworks.co.uk with your account number Click on the Greenworks Learning Gateway icon Log on with your details

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Introductory courses Enrolment

How to book a course

• Call 0121 328 9150 • Confirm the course(s) you are interested in and agree availability/timings • P ayment can be made by credit card, bank transfer, cheque or reward points (where applicable). All prices exclude VAT

• Greenworks will send a VAT receipt by post or email (if information provided) within five working days

complete with a booking information form that will detail any health and safety equipment you may be required to bring with you

Cancellations • Contact Greenworks (0121 328 9150) 24 hours before the course to ensure full refund • If the course is bespoke 48 hours notice is required to ensure full refund • Any cancellations after the above quoted time frame will result in a loss of 25% • Greenworks terms and conditions apply

Accommodation We are happy to help arrange overnight accommodation for those undertaking courses at the academy. (Please Note: Overnight accommodation is not provided within any of the training costs. All hotel bills are to be settled by the individuals.)

Future courses As other MCS technologies become relevant with the introduction of the RHI (Renewable Heating Incentive), we will develop additional courses. Check the Greenworks website for details and updates. Technical and General Enquiries: 0800 077 8965 For further information Email: [email protected] Reception: 0121 328 9150

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Directions From the North: • Leave the M6 at junction 6, then merge onto the A38 (signposted Birmingham North East) • At Salford Circus roundabout take the 3rd exit, then merge onto the A38 (signposted Lichfield) • At traffic signals turn right onto the A4040 (signposted Ward End, Stechford) • At roundabout take the 2nd exit onto the A4040 (signposted Ward End, Stechford) • You will see the academy on your left From the South: • Leave the M6 at junction 5, then at roundabout take the 3rd exit onto the A452 (signposted Brownhills) • At Spitfire Island roundabout take the 1st exit onto the A47 (signposted City Centre) • At roundabout take the 2nd exit onto the A47 (signposted City Centre) • At roundabout take the 1st exit onto the A47 (signposted City Centre) • At roundabout take the 1st exit onto the A4040 (signposted Ward End, Stechford) • You will see the academy on your left

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Don’t just take our word for it Here’s what a selection of our customers and partners have to say about the Greenworks Training Academy

door at the “From the moment our team walked through the eded our Greenworks Training Academy, ever y aspect exceresting and expectations. The course itself was insightful, inte staff who well delivered and it was refreshing to work with a mile to ensure were so approachable and really went that extr tions is now we got ever ything we needed. Futurebright Solu e going to going through the MCS accreditation audit. We’rand , after begin by offering a solar PV installation service all other further training, we’ll extend this out to include training for renewable technologies. The investment in the wor th the well was myself, my roofers and my electricians g more.” investment - we couldn’t have asked for any thin ight Solutions Limited

Chris Parkes, Director of Futurebr

“Greenworks is ver y informative and provides a good background to all the trade literature that I read. Peo ple are becoming more interested in sus tainability, so it’s impor tant to know what’s available . When clie nts ask me about these issues I need to be able to give them a good answe r; and visiting the Academy has allowed me to do jus t that. Jonathan Sweetland, Managing Director of Sw eet

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t and governmen s st co el fu g n si “With ri was important to it lt fe e w , n io at legisl able ledge of the renew ow kn r ou d n pa ex provide and ultimately energy markets ers. ons to our custom up to date soluti y raining Academ T ks or w en re G e Th ge of arn about a ran allowed us to le ifically ologies and spec renewable techn ning ed the MCS trai et pl m co e W . Solar PV ands the Academy’s h to ks an th , ow n and e are -based courses, w on and classroom our lar PV and allow able to install So e advantage of th ke ta to s er om cust d -in Tariff.” Governments Fee er, Emma Slat Ian Logan & ction Ark Constru

“I had a lot of visiting the Acadques tions about sustainable buildin em them . I’m looking y has certainly helped me to an g, find out all about to get into the PV side of things swer , so to it at available will hel the Academy and the MCS courses p me to develop m y business.” Paul Adams of

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le to manufacturers as it is The Greenworks Training Academy is invaluab e and their applications. an excellent outlet to showcase our product rang ing of individuals, with It is a great venue for seminars and for the train ose of giving them a equipment installed or on display with the purp including NIBE heat greater understanding of renewable technologies knowledgeable in regards pumps. Greenworks representatives are extremely the Renewable Heat to government legislation and incentives such as a broad knowledge of the Incentive and Feed -in Tariffs, which along with market place brings added various renewable technologies and the current value to the academy.” Neil Hope, Nibe

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Terms and Conditions Greenworks reserve the right to change the pricing of, amend the content of or withdraw the courses set out in this Training Prospectus (each a “Course”) at any time and without prior notice. If you have already booked and/or paid for a Course, in the event of a cancellation provided or of any changes to the Course dates, times or content, we will contact you via Phone or E-mail depending on what contact information you have supplied. If any details relating to a Course in the Training Prospectus have changed prior to the time that you are making a booking for a Course, we will notify you of such change at the point of making the booking. If you choose to cancel a Course and provide more than five (5) working days notice prior to the commencement date of the Course, 50% of the Course fee will be refunded to you. Alternatively, should you no longer be able to make the date of the Course that you have booked, as long as you notify us prior to the commencement date of the Course, we will allow you to move to an alternative date at no extra cost (subject to availability). Jewson Limited (trading as Greenworks), Registered Office: Saint-Gobain House, Binley Business Park, Coventry CV3 2TT

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Greenworks is a brand of Jewson Limited, registered in England and Wales under Company Registration No. 00348407. Registered office address: Saint-Gobain House, Binley Business Park, Coventry CV3 2TT. March 2013 Issue 3 – JSN1363