Damp Mould Training Autumn 2025

The training session will include the following:

• An exploration of the relationships between housing, health and damp and mould, considering the issues form a structural point of view as well as daily living.

• The session is intended as a refresher for experienced practitioners as well as providing a training point for those newer to the profession in understanding what needs to be considered when risk assessing the actual and perceived risks associated with damp and mould complaints.

• Covers the use of housing inspection to be able to organise and interpret data and evaluate the evidence on a case by case basis

• Consider the use of HHSRS regarding damp and mould, excess cold and overcrowding

• Consider elements of housing construction and defects to explore rising and penetrating damp

• Cover causes of condensation that can be addressed through improvement and those aspects that are within the control of the occupier

Trainer: Paul Oatt