Introduction
It is important that buildings continue to be properly maintained to ensure that they can function as efficiently and effectively as possible in supporting the delivery of a wide range of services.
At the same time, the deterioration of buildings due to the lack of maintenance could lead to future financial burdens, pose legal and other industrial relations issues and affect the delivery of services.
The maintenance of buildings is critical to the proper management of physical assets and the overall management of capital to achieve agency outputs and institutional outcomes.
Identifying building problems and understanding of building materials and its mechanical and electrical systems are aspects of the process of preserving and conserving building quality and to ensure the efficiencies of the facilities. At the same time, other main causes of building maintenance problems are:
Fungal stain and harmful growth, erosion of mortar joints, poor installation of air-conditioning systems, defects in plastered wall, crack walls and leaning walls, defective rainwater goods system, delayed floor board, insect and termites attack, roof defects, Participants will leave the programme understanding the common cause of building defects and learn to Develop a framework for the management of maintenance required to provide a consistent Approach to the planning, management and reporting of building maintenance.
Duration
10 Days
Who Should Attend
Any manager and supervisor who are responsible for the maintenance of buildings and facilities and those who wish to develop a building maintenance framework.
Course Level:
Course Objectives
- Understand what defects are and what maintenance is management.
- Understand the various problems associated with reinforced concrete structures.
- Understand the problems of building materials caused by moisture and water.
- Understand the various problems associated with defects from the roofing system, sanitary and plumbing system.
- Understand the mechanical and electrical systems associated with building facilities.
- Understand what is defects liability and product warranty Define the duties of defects management.
- Define the role and responsibility of maintenance supervisors Identify the common building defects problem.
- Develop the basic framework for defects and maintenance management Develop a system for reporting and monitoring of building services
Course Outline
- Defects and Maintenance Management
- Problems Associated With Reinforced Concrete Structures
- Problems of Building Materials Caused by Moisture And Water
- Problems Associated With Defects From the Roofing System
- Problems of Sanitary System and Plumbing System
- Mechanical and Electrical Systems Associated with Building Facilities
- Defects Liability and Product Warranty
- Duties of Defects Management and Roles &Responsibilities of Maintenance Supervisors
- Identify the Common Building Defects Problem
- Develop the Basic Framework for Defects and Maintenance Management
- Develop a System for Reporting and Monitoring of Building Services
- Safety Maintenance
- Water Drainage and Piping Management
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Course Administration Details:
METHODOLOGY
The instructor-led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprise presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials will be offered in English. The participants should be reasonably proficient in English.
ACCREDITATION
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
TRAINING VENUE
The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
ACCOMMODATION AND AIRPORT PICKUP
Accommodation and airport pickup are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
TAILOR-MADE
This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
PAYMENT
Payment should be transferred to the IRES account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected]
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