Block Paving Installation - 2 day course
Includes Lantra Certificate & Registration
Duration: 2 days
Dates:
3rd - 4th Sept 2024
Start time: 9.30am End time: 4.30pm
This practical and informative LANTRA accredited 2 day course provides an invaluable short course that will provide the candidate with the knowledge and skills to construct a top quality block-paved seating area, path or driveway. The course covers block selection, excavation and construction levels, permeable paving/SUDS (Sustainable Drainage Systems), edge restraints, planning requirements and more. Not to be missed…
Level: Intermediate
Bradstone Assured Installers can pay for training courses using their Assured Points, simply add your membership number at the check out stage (all membership numbers will be checked)
COURSE OVERVIEW
An invaluable short 2 day practical course that will provide participants with the knowledge and skills to construct a top quality block-paved seating area, path or driveway.
The course covers block selection, excavation and construction levels, permeable paving/SUDS (Sustainable Drainage Systems), edge restraints, planning requirements, cutting in, methods of laying and patterns, potential issues, maintenance and much more.
A not to be missed course.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of the course, students will:
State the differences between Rigid and Flexible paving and the pros and cons of each
Explain the planning regulations relating to the construction of driveways using block paving
Describe the construction levels, excavation depths and backfill materials used in block paving
Describe the materials and construction techniques involved in the installation of permeable paving and SUDS (Sustainable Drainage Systems)
Describe the materials and demonstrate the construction techniques involved in the installation of edge restraints (K + S)
Describe the materials and demonstrate the construction techniques involved in the preparation of the laying surface (K + S)
State the different types of block paviours currently available and their uses. (K)
Set out a range of commonly used bonding patterns, including 90° and 45° Herringbone, Basket Weave and Running Bond. (S)
Cut in blocks safely and accurately using appropriate equipment. (S)
Finish the paved surface to a professional standard (S)
Describe the industry-recommended maintenance procedures for a looking after a block paved surface (K)
LEARNING FORMAT
Classroom plus practical workshop sessions.
GOOD TO KNOW
Free membership access (worth £50) to The Landscape Library for 6 months, for all course participants once they have attended a TASK Industry course (includes access to training resources, articles, features, templates, publications, advice notes, cross section drawings and mentorship) . Email alangsargent@gmail.com once you have attended the course to access your membership.
Lunch is not included, we recommend you bring your own packed lunch for each day
You will receive an automated email from our order system to confirm your booking.
One month before the date of the course, you will receive a course confirmation email with further information and course joining instructions which includes what to bring with you.
There is currently no accommodation available at Lower End Farm for TASK students. There are plenty of local accommodation possibilities, please contact us for a range of options.
Participants are required to have a minimum level 2 in English and Maths.
Min age: 16
LOCATION
Lower End Farm, Lower End, Birlingham, Pershore, Worcestershire WR10 3AD
TERMS & CONDITIONS
All bookings for a course or event at TASK are subject to our standard Terms and Conditions.
Only Bradstone Assured Installers qualify for TASK Training using Assured Points, all Assured Membership bookings will be checked and verified with Bradstone prior to course confirmation and joining instructions being sent out.
