Preparing to and installing external wall insulation introduction

The purpose of this standard is to provide the delegate with the knowledge to further support their learning with the following:  

Scope: 

• Understanding the characteristics of resources  

• Organisational procedures for selecting resources 

• Identifying potential hazards with resources 

• Protecting work and work area from damage 

• Understanding work programmes 

• How to communicate with your team and others 

• Carrying out external and internal pre and post installation checks  

• Installing pre-finished or non-finished insulation systems  

• Minimising thermal bridging 

• Installing vapour control barriers 

• Risks associated with ventilation and combustion appliances 

• Recognising specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional construction and historical significance 

• Recognising when specialist skills are required 

• Disposing of waste 

• Looking after tools and equipment 

• Working at height 

• Safe use of access equipment and harness systems